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to assist the PARTICIPANT in finding, obtaining, and retaining employment. 5.8 Obtain prior approval from ADMINISTRATOR for changes related to the administration of VTR and WEX activities provided under this Agreement. 5.9 Notify ADMINISTRATOR within two (2) business days of any updates related to the PARTICIPANT'S status within the VTR and/or WEX program including, but not limited to: completion of program, securing of employment, and inability to contact the PARTICIPANT after a minimum of three (3) documented attempts within five (5) business days. Attempted contacts will include, but not limited to, phone/cell calls, email, and text messages. 5.10 Collaborate with ADMINISTRATOR to help PARTICIPANTS overcome socio- economic, societal, and cultural barriers to employment including, but not limited to, food, transportation, housing, legal assistance, clothing need, and resistance to pursuing employment in occupations that may be perceived as nontraditional. 5.11 Monitor the attendance and progress of all PARTICIPANTS by meeting with the PARTICIPANT every two (2) weeks, or more often if needed, and work directly with the placement supervisor and the training facility to discuss action steps needed to successfully complete the program. 5.12 Identify and resolve PARTICIPANT barriers toward seeking, obtaining, and keeping employment, including, but not limited to, fear of going to work, anger and resentment from being required to participate in VTR or WEX, low self- esteem/motivation, problems with accessing and navigating public transportation, and child care concerns. 5.13 Refer PARTICIPANTS to ADMINISTRATOR for assistance with employment support services, such as food, transportation, housing, mental health and substance use issues, legal assistance, and clothing. 5.14 Develop and provide placements in public or private, non-profit or for -profit organizations, in areas identified as growth oriented, current or emerging occupations, meeting an unmet community need, and in high demand for VTR and WQM0522 Page 5 of23 March 1, 2022 City Council 20 — 52 3/15/2022