S O U T H B A Y W O R K F O R C E
I N V E S T M E N T B O A R D
A WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD
Meet Ronald Patterson
Workforce Challenge:
Gardena resident Ronald Patterson was referred to the South Bay One-Stop Center in Inglewood under the Prison to Employment program to access specialized employment services for adult parolees. After serving 25 years in prison, Ronald sought to reintegrate himself into society and secure employment while residing at a transitional home as part of his parole conditions.
Workforce Solution:
With the support of his parole agent and career counselor, Ronald received rapid reemployment assistance and was placed on a contractual basis at the Westside Regional Center.
Outcome and Benefits:
Following a successful couple of months, he was offered a permanent position with full benefits. Ronald is now employed as a scanner/administrative assistant and has experienced meaningful growth and career advancement.
He is grateful for the opportunity provided by the South Bay One-Stop Centers staff.