ORIENTATION
If you recently applied for cash assistance, you should have received a letter from the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) requiring you to have an orientation for the PATH Program. Your letter will include the date and time of your assigned orientation.
Effective July 6, 2026 the AEP/PATH orientations and check-ins must be completed in person at your Michigan Works! service center. Here's what you need to know:
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Check your letter from DHHS for your scheduled day and which one of our service centers you need to go to.
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Plan on arriving 15 minutes before orientation.
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Depending on circumstances, orientation can take up to 5 hours to complete so please plan accordingly.
Berrien County Service Center
499 West Main Street
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Van Buren County Service Center
32849 E. Red Arrow Hwy, #100
Paw Paw, MI 49079
Cass County Administration Building
120 N. Broadway - 1st Floor
Cassopolis, MI 49031
During this orientation, a Career Development Specialist from our team will give you the tools that you need to develop a career plan and goals for you and your family’s future. In addition, we will include information about:
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Resume Writing
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Budgeting
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Dress for Success
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Customer Service
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Interviewing Skills
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Training Opportunities
Following your orientation, our team will continue to work with you on your career goals. In addition, you may be eligible for supportive services including:
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Employment clothing
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Bus passes
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Car purchases
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Car repairs
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Mileage reimbursement
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Auto insurance
We're here to help you get started. See you at orientation!