(Maine D.O.L.) FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: November 24, 2014
Contact: Mary LaFontaine, Lewiston CareerCenter, 753-9094
Media Contanct: Julie Rabinowitz, Department of Labor, 621-5009LEWISTON -The Lewiston CareerCenter is offering no-cost programs throughout December, including a job fair with about 20 employers on December 1. The job fair will be held from 9 to 11 a.m. at the CareerCenter, 5 Mollison Way in Lewiston."I encourage those considering a New Year s resolution to find a new job or change careers to start now and get a leg up on the competition" said Governor Paul R. LePage. "CareerCenters offer a variety of workshops on your job search and interviewing. Connect with your local center as soon as possible to take advantage of these no-cost services and be prepared."Workshops and events are held at the CareerCenter unless otherwise noted. To register for sessions held at the CareerCenter, call 753-9005. To learn more, like the Lewiston CareerCenter on Facebook, http://www.facebook.com/pages/Lewiston-CareerCenter/137045791777 . Maine Veterans receive priority of service in all CareerCenter programs.Job Fair - December 1, 9 to 11 a.m.: 15-20 employers, all of whom are hiring, will be on hand to talk with job seekers. Be prepared with a resume and to have an "interview-like" conversation--dress to impress!Career Planning: Finding Your place in Today s Job Market - December 1 and 8, 1 to 3:30 p.m.: Register with Laurie at 753-6672.Career Decision Making - December 1 and 8 and December 15 and 19, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.: This two-part workshop reviews the factors involved in making career decisions, assessment tools used, and other resources. Apply the information gained from assessments to identify career and training steps to achieve career goals. To register please call 753-9005.GATEway to Employment - December 4 or 18, 2 to 4 p.m.: Offers an overview of basic information on resumes, interviews and job search skills as well as CareerCenter and community resources available to you during your job search. Learn how the CareerCenter can help you! To register call 753-9005.Professionals Moving Ahead! Human Resource Panel I - December 4, 9 a.m. to noon: Join us for this panel of HR and Recruiting Staff from Lewiston-Auburn companies. Learn about job search strategy and get job search tips from experts as they discuss resumes, cover letters, interviews and first impressions. Recruiters from Central Maine Orthopedics, Manpower, Androscoggin Head Start and Child Care, and other businesses will answer all your questions. Even if you are not interested in one of these companies, you will surely walk away with valuable information that will benefit your job search.Job Search Tips for People with a Criminal History - December 5, 9 to 10 a.m.: Do you have a criminal back ground Are you having trouble finding work This workshop will give job search tips, suggestions on how to respond to those hard-to-answer questions and where best to seek employment which will lead to a successful job search. Job Search Skills - December 11, 2 to 4 p.m.: It s a competitive job market. This job search skills workshop will give you the tools you need to be successful in your job search. We will discuss strategies you can use to highlight your skills and set yourself apart from the others-it s all about marketing yourself! To register please call 753-9005.Resums and Interview Skills - Part I - December 11, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and December 17, 2 to 5 p.m.: An in-depth exploration of job search, resumes, applications and interviews. Learn how to stand out in a positive way by marketing yourself-in person and on paper-in a way that directly matches employer needs. "Tough" interview questions will be discussed so that you can answer them with confidence. The September 11 class will be held at the Lewiston CareerCenter; call 753-9005 to register. The December 17 class will be held at the Auburn Public Library at 49 Spring Street in Auburn; call 753-9066 to register.Mock Job Interviews - December 16, 9 to 11 a.m.: You have the perfect resume and you are invited to an interview-awesome! Then comes that dreadful thought-"I haven t interviewed in years" or "I am new to interviewing" or "I have interviewed several times but I am not getting job offers." Attend this workshop to master the interview! Success comes with practice and practicing in a workshop is risk-free and instructional. Get the tools you need to feel comfortable in an interview. Professionals Moving Ahead! Human Resource Panel II - December 18, 9 a.m. to noon: Join us for this panel of HR and Recruiting Staff from Lewiston-Auburn companies. Learn about job search strategy and get job search tips from experts as they discuss resumes, cover letters, interviews and first impressions. Recruiters from TD Bank, the City of Auburn, and other businesses will answer all your questions. Even if you are not interested in one of these companies or these industries, you will surely walk away with valuable information that will benefit your job search.Training and Education Resources and InformationTraining Orientation: is an overview of training programs at the CareerCenter, eligibility requirements, and information on accessing services. This is for people interested in pursuing training and education. If you are interested in job search only, consider "The Job Search Skills" workshop. Call 753-9005 for meeting schedule and to register. NOTE: If you live in the South Paris area, call 743-7763 x 1 for information on the South Paris CareerCenter orientation dates/times.Essentials of College Planning for Adults: Basic steps for successful college enrollment. Learn about college and trade schools, entrance requirements, readiness and transitional issues of adult students, admissions procedures and financial aid. Register by calling 1-800-281-3703. Please bring last year s income tax forms to the appointment. Orientation for People with Disabilities - December 27, 2 to 3:30 p.m.: For those who are considering vocational rehabilitation services, these sessions are held the third Friday of the month. Service providers are also welcome to attend. Registration not required.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.Call 753-9005 (TTY users call Maine Relay 711) for additional information and to register for workshops held at the CareerCenter. The CareerCenter, located at 5 Mollison Way in Lewiston, is open 7:30 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.-end- Source: www.maine.gov
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