Back To Work RI 

Easier access to supportive services and career opportunities.

 

 

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KEY BENEFITS

Back to Work RI + Merit

Back to Work RI offers services and tools to help Rhode Islanders whose employment was impacted by COVID-19. The Department of Labor and Training has partnered with Merit to provide easier access to this program through a free mobile app.

 

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Jobs and Career Training

Employment options and training are available in dozens of sectors across Rhode Island, including construction, finance, hospitality, manufacturing, technology, and more. You can see job opportunities for which you qualify in the Merit app.

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Supportive Services

Available supportive services include assistance with child care, transportation, bill payments, medical expenses, groceries, resources for legal assistance, counseling, personal finance, and more. See a complete list of available services at rinavigator.org and access specific opportunities for which you qualify in the app.

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Rhode Island + Merit

HOW IT WORKS

Any Rhode Islander whose employment has been impacted by COVID-19 is eligible to participate in Back to Work RI.

HOW IT WORKS

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Step 1

Download the Merit app for access to all your digital credentials in one place.

 

 
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Step 2

 

You’ll receive digital credentials or “merits” representing your employment history and skills.

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Step 3

Your merits qualify you for supportive services or job opportunities found in the Merit app.

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Ready to discover new opportunities through Back To Work RI?

Download the free Merit app to get started.