May Programs for Job Seekers at Washington County CareerCenters

May 1, 2018

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 1, 2018

Contact: Patricia Perry, Washington County CareerCenters, 441-5246

Media Contact: Laura Hudson, Maine Department of Labor, 621-5009

WASHINGTON COUNTY?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.

?Maine had the fourth lowest unemployment rate in the U.S. in March, and over 4,500 more Mainers are working this year versus the same time last year,? said Governor Paul R. LePage. ?Employers need qualified people to fill many open jobs, so I urge you to connect with your closest Maine CareerCenter. Our team will help you search for a new or better job, improve your resume writing and interview skills, and get the most out of the job fairs happening right now.?

Workshops are held at the Machias CareerCenter, 53 Prescott Dr., Ste. 1, Machias, unless otherwise noted. All events require pre-registration in person or by phone. To learn more, like the Washington County CareerCenters on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/washingtoncountycareercenters .

Walk-in Job Interview Sessions at Machias CareerCenter:

• University of Maine at Machias ? Wednesday, May 2, 8 a.m. to Noon
• Reed & Reed ? Thursday, May 10, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Maine Staffing Group ? Thursday, May 10, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Dollar General ? Thursday, May 10, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Walk-in Job Interview Sessions at Calais CareerCenter, 1 College Dr, Calais, ME:

• Maine Staffing Group ? Wednesday, May 9, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Reed & Reed ? Thursday, May 10, 3 to 5 p.m.

GATEways to Employment: Group Access to Employment Session - Tuesdays, May 8, 15, 22 and 29, 9 a.m.

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! Registration required. Call Dodie at 207-255-1930.

Essentials of College Planning - Call for schedule and to register.

This workshop introduces people to educational opportunities in general and MEOC services in particular and 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 207-991-2851.

Financial Aid - Maine Educational Opportunity Center (MEOC) - Call for schedule and to register.

The Financial Aid Workshop provides an overview of financial basics and the completion of the Free Application of Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Discussion will include a review of the federal, state, school-based, and private funding sources. Upon completion of this workshop the student will be able to effectively access the funding they need to complete their college degree. An emphasis will be placed on student responsibility and an understanding of the full financial process and timetable. Participants should bring their last year?s income details to the workshop. Participants should be current college students or prospective college students who have attended an earlier session of Essentials of College Planning Workshop with MEOC. To register, call 207-991-2851.

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