"For Maine to be competitive with other states, we need a skilled, prepared workforce," said Governor Paul R. LePage. "Our CareerCenter workshops can help you identify a career path and training resources or better sell yourself in resumes and interviews. I encourage job seekers and those looking for a career change to visit their local Maine CareerCenter."
CareerCenters can assist businesses by offering workshops on location, at local businesses or other organizations at no cost. The following workshops and programs will be held at the CareerCenter in Springvale unless otherwise noted.
Resume Writing - Tuesday, May 5, 9 a.m. to noon. Explore the basics of resume writing and learn how to promote the qualifications you have that directly match what the employer needs. Registration is required.
Networking and Civic Engagement--Two New Things To Consider In Your Job Search Process - Thursday, May 7, 9 a.m. to noon You've heard about networking, but think, "I'm out of work or looking for work. Who am I going to network with?" Or maybe you think you just can't do it. Learn what networking is, and what it isn't, and why it's important to incorporate a few new "tips," to move your employment search along. The whole process isn't as scary as it sounds.
In addition, find out how Civic Engagement (also known as volunteering), can help you develop
skills, contacts and relationships that can give you new experiences to put on your resume, while doing good for others and getting you out of the house and away from your computer screen! Registration required.
Essentials of College Planning Workshop - Monday, May 11, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Randi Paine from the Maine Educational Opportunity Center (MEOC) will be offering a free workshop for adults 19 and older covering topics on College Awareness and Planning along with the Federal Financial Aid process. The instructor will assist participants in completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Space is limited please call Karen Hadley Keim at 1-800-281-3703 or 581-3736 to register or visit MEOC's website, http://meoc.maine.edu.
Creating Your Portfolio - A Marketing Tool for New Employment - Tuesday, May 12, 9 a.m. to noon
Join Ruth Graves from Women, Work and Community as she introduces you to the steps you'll need to take to develop your portfolio and market your transferable skills and experiences. Call 324-5460 or 1-800-343-0151 to register. If you are interested in the full series of workshops offered by Women, Work and Community please contact Ruth Graves at 286-1722.
Interview Skills - Tuesday, May 19, 9 a.m. to noon Learn new interviewing techniques by role playing interviews. Registration required.
GATEways to Employment - Thursday, May 21, 9 a.m. to noon Join us for the beginning installment of our "workshop trilogy." Learn how assessments can identify abilities, interests and skills and discover the unadvertised job market. Other topics include Job Search Strategies, Resumes, Cover Letter Tips and Interviewing. Registration Required.
Competitive Skills Scholarship Program Accepting Applications - The Competitive Skills Scholarship helps workers learn new skills and succeed in a changing economy. The program is open to all qualified Maine residents and pays for education and training for high-wage jobs in demand in Maine. York County is currently accepting applications for the program. For more information or to download and application please follow this link: http://www.mainecareercenter.com/services-programs/training/cssp/index.shtml .
Employer Recruitments for May - please visit http://www.mainecareercenter.com for additions and updates.
Adecco Staffing - An Adecco representative will be recruiting at the York County CareerCenter in Springvale on the following dates: Monday May 4, 11 and 18 from noon to 4 p.m. Current openings are in Sanford, Biddeford, Saco and Portland areas. No appointment required. Springborn Staffing - A Springborn representative will be recruiting at the York County CareerCenter on Monday May 11 and 18 from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Openings are available for experienced production, assembly and warehouse personnel. Applicants must have reliable transportation. Please bring two valid forms of ID and resume to interview. Health insurance benefits are available. No appointment required. CoWorx - A CoWorx representative will be recruiting at the York County CareerCenter in Springvale on the following dates: Wednesday May 13 and 27 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for openings in York County. No appointment needed. The York County CareerCenter will also feature several sessions led by these partner organizations in April:
Women Unlimited - Non-Traditional Occupations Specialist consultations for those interested in exploring non-traditional occupations (NTO) for women and who are considering a potentially better-paying job. Contact Sue LeClair, NTO specialist at 215-6992.
Goodwill Workforce Solutions administers federally funded employment and training programs through the Workforce Investment Act (WIA). Certain eligibility requirements apply. If you think you might qualify or could benefit from this program, please call the Workforce Solutions Center in Biddeford at 571-3301 to schedule a date for a training orientation.
Maine Centers for Women, Work & Community offer no cost classes in Assertive Communication, Creating Your Future, Creating the Rest of Your Life, Credit Yourself, Entrepreneurial Training, Financing Your Future, Professional Development and Mature Worker Activities. For more information, call Ruth Graves in Saco at 286-1722.
Follow and keep track of our latest events on LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter. To find us on LinkedIn, go to LinkedIn.com and search for "York County Maine CareerCenter." To find us on Facebook, go to Facebook.com and search "York County Maine CareerCenter." To follow us on Twitter, go to Twitter.com and search for "York CareerCenter."
CareerCenters, part of the Maine Department of Labor, offer a variety of services to help people find employment or upgrade skills. Each center provides several public-access computer workstations with Microsoft Office software, resume writing and cover letter software, Internet access and O'Net software for skills assessment. All CareerCenter services are free of charge.
The York County CareerCenter, located at 9 Bodwell Court in Springvale, is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday and can be reached at 324-5460 or 1-800-343-0151 (TTY users should dial Maine Relay 711). You can also find more information at the CareerCenter website, http://www.mainecareercenter.com . Maine CareerCenters are an equal opportunity provider. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
I agree that as a jobseeker you must sell yourself in resumes and interviews. Before attempting to write your own resume you must first learn the basics of resume writing and learn how to promote the qualifications you have that directly match what the employer needs.
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