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April 2, 2019

For Immediate Release: March 28, 2019

Contact: Tri-County CareerCenter, 207-561-4050

Media Contact: Jessica Picard, Maine Department of Labor, 207-530-2065 or jessica.l.picard@maine.gov

Tri - County CareerCenter Hosting Events in April

BANGOR - The Tri - County CareerCenter, part of the Maine Department of Labor, is holding a series of events and workshops during the month of April.

All events are at the Tri - County CareerCenter, 45 Oak Street, Suite 3, Bangor, Maine, unless otherwise noted. The CareerCenter is open Monday - Friday from 8 am to 5 pm.

Resume Information Seminar:

  • Tuesday, April 2, 9 am- 11 am

Learn the basic do's and don'ts of resume writing, how to use key words and phrases to catch an employer's attention, discover websites for skills identification, and learn how to produce a resume that will work for you. Attendees will not have a completed resume at the end of the seminar. Limit 20 slots per session.

To Register: Please visit the CareerCenter or call (207) 561-4050 or toll free 1-888-828-0568

For more information, please contact Suzanne Graves-Hall at: (207)561-4050 or Suzanne.Graves-Hall@maine.gov

Career Exploration Workshop presented by New Ventures Maine:

  • Tuesday, April 2, 9 am- 11 am

Learn what to consider when choosing a career path, explore education and training options, and find resources to help you succeed. This workshop is designed to help you think outside the box about long-term career goals!

To Register: Please visit the CareerCenter or call (207) 561-4050 or toll free 1-888-828-0568

For more information, please contact Jason Hook at (207)561-4050 or Jason.hook@maine.gov

Essentials of College Planning & Financial Aid - Presented by Maine Educational Opportunity Center (MEOC):

  • Friday, April 5, 9 am 4 pm
  • Friday, April 12, 9 am 4 pm
  • Friday, April 19, 9 am 4 pm
  • Friday, April 26, 9 am 4 pm

Steps for successful college enrollment, types of colleges and trade schools, entrance requirements, readiness and transitional issues of adults, admission requirements and financial aid overview and completion. Please bring your last year's income tax forms to the workshop.

To Register: Please call 1-800-281-3703

For MEOC questions, please contact Kate Walsh at (207) 949-6501 or kevit@maine.edu

KidsPeace Recruitment:

  • Wednesday, April 3, 12 pm 2 pm
  • Wednesday, April 17, 12 pm 2 pm

KidsPeace is currently looking to hire positions on their Graham Lake Campus in Ellsworth. To learn more about this organization and apply online, please visit www.kidspeace.org/careers

For more information, please contact Jason Hook at (207)561-4050 or Jason.hook@maine.gov

Budgeting Basics Workshop presented by New Ventures Maine:

  • Tuesday, April 9, 9 am 11 am

In this workshop, you will learn the basic components for building a budget. We will discuss money tracking, goal setting, and how having a sense of your overall financial situation can assist you in the process of building a budget.

To Register: Please visit the CareerCenter or call (207) 561-4050 or toll free 1-888-828-0568

For more information, please contact Jason Hook at (207)561-4050 or Jason.hook@maine.gov

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) Presented by A4TD:

  • Tuesday, April 9, 12:30 pm 3:30 pm

The Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) enrolls qualified older workers in part-time training positions and assigns them to public or 501(c)3 non-profit organizations in the local community. The purpose of the SCSEP is to offer a "stepping stone" back into the workforce. It is a transitional program; positions are not intended to be permanent, all assignments are temporary.

For more information, please contact Debby Cleary at (207)530-2868 or dcleary@a4td.org

Intro to Self-Employment presented by New Ventures Maine:

  • Wednesday, April 10, 9 am 11 am

Introduction to Self Employment: This one-session workshop will help you decide if self-employment is the right choice for you. The class covers the pros and cons of owning your own business, the steps needed for start-up, the major elements of a business plan, and the many resources available to help you succeed.

To Register: Please visit the CareerCenter or call (207)561-4050 or toll free 1-888-828-0568

For more information, please contact Jason Hook at (207)561-4050 or Jason.hook@maine.gov

Northern Light Health (formerly EMHS) Recruitment:

  • Tuesday, April 23, 8 am 11 am

Come speak with a recruiter from Northern Light Health. To learn more about this employer, please visit https://northernlighthealth.org/Careers

For more information, please contact Jason Hook at (207)561-4050 or Jason.hook@maine.gov

Interview Workshop:

  • Tuesday, April 23, 9 am 11 am

Join us to find out how to have the Ultimate Job Interview. Learn how to prepare for an interview, discover what employers are looking for and follow-up advice that will help you land the position you truly want. Limit 20 slots per session.

To Register: Please visit the CareerCenter or call (207) 561-4050 or toll free 1-888-828-0568

For more information, please contact Suzanne Graves-Hall at: (207)561-4050 or Suzanne.Graves-Hall @maine.gov

Manufacturing/Production Targeted Job Fair:

  • Wednesday, April 24, 12 pm 3 pm

Are you looking for seasonal or permanent positions? If so, plan to stop by the CareerCenter to see who is recruiting.

For more information, please contact Jason Hook at (207)561-4050 or jason.hook@maine.gov

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 ONet software for skills assessment. All CareerCenter services are free of charge.

Call 753-9001 (TTY users call Maine Relay 711). 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.