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Monday, August 31, 2015

September Programs for Job Seekers at the York County CareerCenter

Springvale, Maine - The York County CareerCenter in Springvale continues its workshop programs for job seekers and those considering training to upgrade their skills and increase their employability.

"Each CareerCenter offers basic job search workshops that can help you write a better resume, brush up on your interviewing skills, and prepare to meet with employers," said Governor Paul R. LePage. "Contact your local CareerCenter to schedule an assessment or visit mainecareercenter.com to learn about all of our training programs, job fairs and workshops."

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, September 1, 9 to 11:30 a.m.

Explore the basics of resume writing and learn how to promote the qualifications you have that directly match what the employer needs. Registration required.

Mini Job Fair at the CareerCenter - Thursday, September 10, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Explore your next employment opportunity. Representatives from: Macy's, HMS Host, Springborn Staffing, D&C Construction, Support Solutions, Maine Staffing, and Saco River Healthcare will be here recruiting for openings within their organizations. No appointment required. For more information call 324-5460 or 1-800-343-0151.

GATEways to Employment - Friday, September 11 and 25, 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. Essentials of College Planning Workshop - Monday, September 14 and 28, 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, meoc.maine.edu.

Interview Skills - Tuesday, September 15, 9 a.m. to noon.

Learn how to emphasize your skills, overcome objections and motivate the interviewer to hire you. Registration required.

Competitive Skills Scholarship Program - 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 an application please follow this link: http://www.mainecareercenter.com/services-programs/training/cssp/index.shtml

Employer Recruitments for September - 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 Monday, September 14, 21 and 28, from noon to 4 p.m. Current openings are in Sanford, Biddeford, Saco and Portland areas. No appointment required.

CoWorx - A CoWorx representative will be recruiting at the York County CareerCenter in Springvale on Wednesday, September 2, 16 and September 30, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for openings in York County. No appointment needed.

Springborn Staffing - A Springborn representative will be recruiting at the York County CareerCenter on Monday, September 14, 21 and 28, from noon to 2:30 p.m., and on Thursday September 3, 17 and 24, from noon to 2:30 p.m. Openings are available for experienced production, assembly and warehouse personnel. Applicants must have reliable transportation. Please bring two (2) valid forms of ID and resume to interview. Health insurance benefits are available. No appointment required.

The York County CareerCenter will also feature several sessions led by these partner organizations in August:

Women Unlimited - Consultations with a Non-Traditional Occupations Specialist 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 (207) 215-6992.

Workforce Solutions administers federally funded employment and training programs through the Workforce Innovation Opportunity Act (WIOA). 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 207-571-3301 to schedule a date for a training orientation.

New Ventures Maine - Helping Maine people succeed in their jobs, businesses, and communities. We help individuals recognize strengths, overcome barriers, find resources, develop a plan, and take action towards their goals: start a business, find a career, return to school, build assets, and be active in the community. Looking for something different? Register for no-cost trainings at locations across Maine. Check on line to see what we have scheduled or call 1-800-442-2092.

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 207-324-5460 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.

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