York County CareerCenter offers Workshops to Boost Employment

January Programs for Job Seekers at the York County CareerCenter

12/23/2015 10:42 AM EST

SPRINGVALE - 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.

"I urge Mainers looking for work to connect with their local Maine CareerCenter," said Governor Paul R. LePage. "Resources like workshops and computer labs will help you improve your job prospects. Depending on your situation, you may be eligible for training that leads to a new career at no cost to you."

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, January 5, 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.

Essentials of College Planning Workshop - Monday, January 11, 10 a.m. to Noon

Randi Paine from the Maine Educational Opportunity Center (MEOC) will offer 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.

Monthly Job Fair at the CareerCenter - Thursday, January 14, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Explore your next employment opportunity. Representatives from the following companies will be here interviewing prospective employees: Tom's of Maine, Spurwink, Bonney Staffing, and Living Innovations. For a complete list of employers please check our website as it will be updated as new employers sign on. No appointment required.

GATEways to Employment - Friday, January 8 and 22, 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.

Introduction to Making Career Choices - Friday, January 15, 10 a.m. to noon

Ready for a career change but don't know where to start? This workshop will help point you in the right direction. We will cover what to consider when making a career choice, the steps involved in creating a career plan, and the resources available to help you succeed. This workshop will be presented by Laurie McDonnell of New Ventures Maine. Registration is required call 324-5460 or 1-800-343-0151.

Interview Skills - Tuesday, January 19, 9 a.m. to noon

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

Trash to Cash: The Lucrative World of eBay - Monday, January 25, 9 to 11 a.m.

Are you interested in starting a store on eBay? Selling on eBay can be a little tricky to start, Christina Bruyere will share some of her 12 years of experience studying and selling on eBay! Join us if you'd like to learn more about how to turn your own trash into cash. Seating will be limited so registration is required. Please call 324-5460 or 1-800-343-0151 to reserve a seat.

Let Your Age be an Asset, Not a Barrier - Friday, January 29, 12:30 to 3:30 p.m.

Are you interested in starting a store on eBay? Selling on eBay can be a little tricky to start, Christina Bruyere will share some of her 12 years of experience studying and selling on eBay! Join us if you'd like to learn more about how to turn your own trash into cash. Seating will be limited so registration is required. Please call 324-5460 or 1-800-343-0151 to reserve a seat.

Employer Recruitments for January - Weekly Job Fair: Adecco Staffing, CoWorx, and MASIS will be recruiting at the York County CareerCenter from 1 to 4 p.m. on the following Mondays: January 4, 11 and 25. Current openings in Sanford, Biddeford, Saco and Portland areas. No appointment is required. Please bring two valid forms of ID. Please check our website for updates and additions. Schedule is subject to change.

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

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

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.

December Programs for Job Seekers at the York County CareerCenter (Springvale)

 

 

 

11/17/2015 10:09 AM EST

SPRINGVALE - 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.

"We have over 9,000 jobs listed this month on Maine's Job Bank," said Governor Paul R. LePage. "Mainers looking for work should visit our CareerCenters for no-cost assistance. The staff can help you register and use the Job Bank in your job search, write a proper resume, and prepare for the job interview. I encourage you to visit your local CareerCenter to find the workshops that meet your needs."

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, December 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.

Essentials of College Planning Workshop - Monday, December 7 and 21, 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.

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

Explore your next employment opportunity. Bank of America, Planned Parenthood, Arcadia, In Home Senior Services, Durgin Pines, YCCAC, and Group Main Street will be here recruiting for openings. No appointment required.

GATEways to Employment - Friday, December 11 and 29, 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.

USM College Planning Workshop - Monday, December 14, 2 to 3 p.m.

Did you begin your college degree a long time ago and want to finish what you started? Or maybe you're an adult that didn't take the traditional route out of high school and now want to explore getting a degree? Are you interested in transferring to the University of Southern Maine and want to get more information about the process and how your credits will transfer? Want to attend graduate school, but need to complete a bachelor's degree before moving on? If any of these things apply to you, come explore all of the opportunities USM has to offer adult students.

Topics covered in this workshop include: Degrees and flexible programming for adults; Prior Learning Assessment (Credit for life and work experience); Transferability of credit and unofficial evaluations; The Admissions and Financial Aid process. By attending this workshop you will qualify to get your $40 application fee for an undergraduate degree waived along with some great information and resources! We will also connect you with an Enrollment Counselor who will be available to help you through the process of becoming a USM student.

To register contact Tina Howe at USM christina.howe@maine.edu or call Tina at 228-8199.

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

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

The Job Cafe - Fridays, November 20, and December 11 and 18, 12:30 to 3 p.m.

Join us for this four-part series on dealing with job loss and handling stress. Attend any session or all sessions; it's your choice!

Are you feeling a loss of identity, daily routine and sense of financial security or work-based social network? Losing your job forces you to make rapid changes. You may feel angry, hurt, panicked, rejected, and scared. You are not alone! Engage or just listen. Registration is required.

Part 1: Job Loss and Unemployment Stress, Friday, November 20 Part 2 and 3: Handling Stress and Self-Esteem, December 11 Part 4: Prioritizing on December 18 Free Training Opportunity through Maine Quality Center - October 19 through December 16, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Biddeford Training Facility (North Dam Mill, Building 18, Room 130)

York County Community College has been awarded a Maine Quality Center (MQC) grant for a FREE training program to prepare unemployed or underemployed Mainers for interviews for open positions at Maine companies and is currently accepting applications. The MQC grant will fund 320 hours of pre-hire training at NO COST to trainees. Trainees MUST be Maine residents, have a high school diploma or GED, and have reliable transportation. All participants will be assessed in math and reading.

Training will be offered in:

Communications and Meetings Computers Basic Math Industrial Safety and Lean Concepts Problem Solving and Decision Making Blueprint Reading and Metal Forming Teams and Teamwork Resume Writing and Interviewing For more information, updates or to apply visit yccc.edu or contact Rachel in YCCC's Department of Business & Community Programs at 207-216-4344 or rlevasseur@yccc.edu. Applications are also available at your local CareerCenter.

Employer Recruitments for December - Weekly Job fair: Adecco Staffing, CoWorx, and Springborn Staffing will be recruiting at the York County CareerCenter from 1 to 4 p.m. on the following Mondays: December 7, 21 28. Current openings in Sanford, Biddeford, Saco and Portland areas. No appointment is required. Please bring two valid forms of ID. Please check our website for updates and additions. Schedule is subject to change.

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

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.

September Programs for Job Seekers at the York County CareerCenter

 

 

 

08/31/2015 03:45 PM EDT

SPRINGVALE - 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.