Philadelphia Works

Meet Jason Ivey, Philadelphia Works' new Director of Adult Workforce Operations.

Jason will provide strategic leadership over adult workforce operations, overseeing service delivery, compliance, contracts, budgets, and performance goals.

We’re glad to have him on board. Welcome to Philadelphia Works, Jason!

Please join us in welcoming Richard Prather, Senior Manager, Youth Workforce Systems
to Philadelphia Works!

In this role, Richard will provide strategic oversight to the youth workforce system, including management and support of the Career Connected Learning PHL intermediary and youth service providers. He will help ensure strong program quality, compliance, collaboration, and performance outcomes that advance opportunities for young people across .

Richard brings extensive experience in workforce development, training, partnership building, and system collaboration, along with a strong passion for youth empowerment and community impact. We are excited to have him join the team and look forward to the leadership and insight he will bring to our mission.

Welcome to Philadelphia Works, Richard!

📊 What does Philadelphia's job market look like right now?

Philadelphia Works, Inc. just released its latest numbers, and here is the snapshot:

👥 791,640 Philadelphia residents in the workforce
✅ 749,560 employed
📌 5.3% unemployment rate

The most in-demand jobs? Registered Nurses, Software Developers, and Healthcare Managers. If you are thinking about your next move, skills in healthcare and tech are where the market is calling.

See the full dashboard: 🔗 philaworks.org/current-labor-market-conditions

And if you have recently been laid off, you are not alone. PA CareerLink Philadelphia is here to help you take your next step.



Note: Data reflects January 2026, the most recent available from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). A 2 to 3 month publication lag is standard. A BLS methodology update effective January 2025 expanded the Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) geography and sectors reported; trend comparisons across that date should be read with that context in mind.