April Programs for Job Seekers at the Machias and Calais CareerCenters

Machias, Calais, Maine - CareerCenters, part of the Maine Department of Labor, offer a variety of services to help people find employment or to upgrade skills. Each center provides several public-access computer workstations with Microsoft Office software, resume and cover letter writing software, Internet access, and O'Net software for skills assessment. All CareerCenter services are free of charge.

"CareerCenters can help Mainers in poverty move to prosperity through a good job," said Governor Paul R. LePage. "There are thousands of available jobs in Maine paying over the minimum wage. CareerCenter job fairs, workshops and additional no-cost resources can help you find a job or train for a new career."

To learn more, like the Washington County CareerCenters on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/pages/Washington-County-CareerCenters/606111642755982 . The following workshops and programs will be held at the indicated CareerCenters. All events require pre-registration in person or by phone.

**Machias Area Job Fair 2016**

- Thursday, April 7, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Lee/Pellon Event Center, 90 Main Street, Machias

A great job seeking event! For information call Dodie at 207-255-1933.

**GATEways to Employment: Group Access to Employment Session

- Tuesdays, April 5, 12, 19 and 26, 10 a.m., Machias CareerCenter, 53 Prescott Drive, Ste. 1 - Wednesdays, April 6, 13, 20 and 27, 10 a.m., Calais CareerCenter, One College Drive

Is your job search in need of a boost? Are you looking for a way to stand out to a potential employer?
Do you want to be at a significant advantage from other job seekers in today's competitive work/job seeking environment? This is a great way to increase your job search success, to gain insight on the latest job search techniques, and to maximize your potential. CareerCenter is here to help you find your key to success! To register call Michelle at 207-255-1920.

**Essentials of College Planning - presented by Maine Educational Opportunity Center**

- Thursdays, April 7, 14, 21 and 28, 8:30 a.m., Machias CareerCenter, 53 Prescott Drive, Ste. 1

This interactive workshop touches on the four steps in the college process: admissions, financial aid, career and study skills. The admission section reviews college options, the college search process and the application structure. The fundamentals of financial aid, including the filing process and the applications are covered in detail. Career options and counseling are introduced. Effective transitions into college, college readiness and study skills are discussed. To register call Lori at 207-664-3774.

**Workshop Series: Pumping Up Your Profits - Workshops to Grow Your Business!**

- Starting Your Own Business - is Entrepreneurship for You? Wednesday, April 6, 9 a.m. to noon - Basic Recordkeeping for Small Business, Monday, April 11, 9 a.m. to noon - Getting More Cash Back in Your Business, Monday, April 11, 1 to 4 p.m. - Pricing Your Project of Service, Wednesday, April 20, 9 a.m. to noon - Becoming Bankable: How to Get the Capital You Need, Wednesday, April 27, 9 a.m. to noon

Registration required. All sessions to be held in Machias; locations to be announced. For information call Sunrise County Economic Council at 207-255-0983.

The CareerCenter, located at 53 Prescott Drive, Suite 1, in Machias and 1 College Drive in Calais, is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. More information is available on 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.