July Programs for Job Seekers at the Lewiston CareerCenter Bookmark and Share

July 10, 2017

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 10, 2017 Contact: Mary LaFontaine, Lewiston CareerCenter, 207-753-9094 Media Contact: Julie Rabinowitz, Maine Department of Labor, 207-621-5009

LEWISTON ? The Lewiston CareerCenter continues its workshop programs for job seekers and those considering training to upgrade their skills and increase their employability.

?Maine CareerCenter staff help job seekers stand out when competing for a position,? said Governor Paul R. LePage. ?Our monthly workshops give help people fine-tune their job search tools and techniques, whether a resume or cover letter, interview skills, and finding and applying for jobs online. With almost 12,000 jobs listed on Maine JobLink, I urge Mainers looking for work to connect with their local CareerCenter today.?

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 Lewiston unless otherwise noted.

Career Decision Making ? Wednesday, July 12, 9 a.m. to noon, and Friday, July 14, 11 a.m. to noon

Review the factors involved in making career decisions, assessment tools used, and other resources. Apply the information you gain from assessments to identify career and training steps to achieve career goals.

Introduction to Self-Employment Workshop ? Thursday, July 13, 10 a.m. to noon

This introductory workshop will help you decide whether self-employment is the right choice for you. The class covers the pros and cons of owning your own business, the elements of a business plan, and the many resources available to help you succeed. Register by calling Bill Card at 557-1885.

Interview Skills/ Mock Interviews ? Thursday, July 13, 2 to 4 p.m.

Attend this workshop to learn the basics about interviewing and get the tools you need to feel comfortable in an interview. Session will include a brief overview of interview skills and employer expectations and will also include mock interviews so that you can practice, get feedback, and observe other participants!

Resume Basics and Build a Resume Workshop ? Wednesday, July 19, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Learn the basic do?s and don?ts of resume writing; how to stand out in a positive way by marketing yourself?on paper?in a way that directly matches employer needs. Computers will be available and you will be able to compose a draft resume with staff assistance. Please bring your work history profile from Maine JobLink.

Orientation for People with Disabilities ? Wednesday, July 26, 2 to 3 p.m.

For people who are considering vocational rehabilitation services. Service providers are also welcome to attend. Held the fourth Wednesday of the month. Registration not required.

New Mainers Workshop ? Thursday, July 27, 9 to 11 a.m.

How to complete paper and online job applications. Somali interpreter will be on hand, if other language interpreters are needed, please request by July 14 by calling 753-9005.

Training Orientation ? Call to schedule

An overview of training programs at the CareerCenter, eligibility requirements, and information on accessing services, this workshops is for people interested in pursuing training and education. If you are interested in job search only, consider the ?Job Search Skills? workshop. NOTE: If you live in the South Paris area, call 743-7763 x1 for information on the South Paris CareerCenter orientation dates/times. Call 753-9005 for meeting schedule and to register for the Lewiston location.

Essentials of College Planning for Adults ? Call to schedule

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. To register, call: 1-800-281-3703. Bring last year?s income tax forms to the appointment.

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 Lewiston CareerCenter, located at 5 Mollison way in Lewiston, is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday and can be reached at 753-9005 (TTY users should dial Maine Relay 711). You can also find more information at the CareerCenter website, http://www.mainecareercenter.gov . Maine CareerCenters are an equal opportunity provider. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

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