Work Opportunity Tax Credit. The average WOTC benefit per qualified employee is $2400 and can be as much as $9600. That means potentially 10 qualified employees could yield a Federal income tax credit between $24,000 and $96,000. Additionally, WOTC credits may be carried back one year and carried forward 20 years. Our software automates most of the process of prescreening and certifying candidates as well as streamlines the required document submission process on the employer's behalf.