"CareerCenters provide many ways to enhance your job search," said Governor Paul R. LePage. "Workshops are available at no cost to the participant and benefit everyone from entry-level to executive-level positions. Every day, we are helping Mainers get back to work or get a better, higher-paying job. With over 10,000 jobs on the Maine Job Bank, a visit to MaineCareerCenter.com will connect you with new opportunities and no-cost help to jump start your career."
The Rockland CareerCenter continues its series of workshops and programs for job seekers and those considering training to upgrade their skills and increase their employability. For more information, like the Rockland CareerCenter on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/RocklandCareerCenter or call 596-2600.
The following workshops and programs are free to the public and will be held at the CareerCenter in
Rockland unless otherwise noted. All events require pre-registration in person or by phone, unless otherwise stated.
Career Directions / Putting the Pieces Together: Wednesday, June 3, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Explores your career interests, aptitudes, values, personality, motivations, and shows how each transfers to today's job market.
Myers-Briggs Type Indicator: Wednesday, June 10, 9 a.m. to noon
Understand your personality type as an aid to choosing a career. This workshop requires you to complete a paper quiz at the CareerCenter at least one week before.
GATEways to Employment: Tuesday, June 16, 9 a.m. to noon Designed to help you jump start your work search with the latest tips and ideas to conduct a successful job search in today's labor market.
Resume & Cover Letter Writing-Wednesday, June 17, 9 a.m. to noon
Shows the basics of how to evaluate or create an effective resume and cover letter.
Effective Interviewing Skills-Thursday, June 24, 9 a.m. to noon
Dedicated to exploring proper interviewing techniques and tips.
Computer Boot Camp-Tuesday mornings
Arrange time with staff. Designed to introduce the computer to people who have not used one before.
The Rockland CareerCenter also features several sessions led by these partner organizations:
Goodwill Workforce Solutions Administers federally funded employment and training programs through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). Certain eligibility requirements apply. If you are at least 16 years of age and think you might benefit from training which can be classroom based or on the job, contact the Rockland CareerCenter at 207-596-2600 to speak with a Goodwill representative.
Maine Centers for Women, Work & Community Offers classes at no cost 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 Shelley Taylor in Brunswick at 207-386-1664 or go to www.womenworkandcommunity.org.
Each of the 12 statewide CareerCenters provides public-access computer workstations equipped with Microsoft Office, resume writing and cover letter software. In addition Internet access and O 'Net software for individual skills assessment are provided. Employers can list their open positions on Maine's Job Bank and take advantage of the online matching system, which identifies and refers job candidates. All CareerCenter services are provided free of charge to employers and job-seeking customers.
Rockland CareerCenter is located at 91 Camden St. and is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Mondays through Fridays. They can be reached at 596-2600 or 1-877-421-7916. TTY users should dial Maine Relay 711.
Maine CareerCenters are an equal opportunity provider. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
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