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July 29, 2022

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - July 29, 2022

CareerCenter August Hiring Events and Services

MAINE - Are you a job seeker not sure what the next step in your career is, or an employer looking to expand your workforce? The Maine Department of Labor's CareerCenters, together with their partners, offer many services to help people find employment or upgrade skills, and help employers find qualified workers.

Services are available virtually via the CareerCenter hotline (207-623-7981 or 888-457-8883 or Maine Relay 11), through LiveChat, or email MaineDOL.CareerCenter@maine.gov. If you'd prefer to access services and information in-person at one of our CareerCenters, call the CareerCenter hotline to schedule an appointment or visit the CareerCenter location website to see when staff are on-site near you.

Are you interested in a career in healthcare, or looking to upgrade your skills? Visit https://www.maine.gov/healthcaretrainingforme/ for information on healthcare training opportunities.

We know that the opioid crisis has affected many lives and communities. Do you want to be part of the solution? Maine'sConnecting with OpportunitiesInitiative provides one-on-one career guidance, employment-based case management, and financial assistance to unemployed individuals impacted by opioid use disorder. It also assists out-of-work individuals who would like to enter career fields focused on substance use disorder and recovery. More information: https://www.maine.gov/labor/bes/coi/

Let us help you find the perfect match: Jobseekers have unique priorities to consider like flexible hours, distance from home or childcare, work environment, unique benefits-and businesses are responding! The Customized Connections Program is a one-on-one service for everyone, no matter where you are in your career. Tell us what you're looking for in your job search or next step on your career pathway in this 3-minute survey and let us help you make the match! CareerCenter staff will reach out to respondents by phone or email within about 48 hours to get started: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=q6g_QX0gYkubzeoajy-GTo2tKVHytLtNjAaolN0eV1pUNEo5MldMVDhER1FRMFNHNVpJVjlRN0JCQy4u

To explore additional opportunities and meet with employers, visit one of our upcoming hiring events:

  • August 3, 2022 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Greater Portland CareerCenter Featuring employers hiring throughout southern Maine.
  • August 4, 2022 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the UMF Learning Center Parking Lot, Farmington
  • August 8, 2022 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Augusta CareerCenter MaineGeneral hiring event
  • August 12, 2022 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Washington County Community College, Calais Bath Iron Works hiring event
  • August 16, 2022 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Lewiston CareerCenter Featuring a variety of local employers
  • August 17, 2022 from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Tri-County CareerCenter in Bangor- Sweetser is currently hiring for full-time and relief (per diem) Direct Support Professionals through the end of the year. They are offering a $2,000 completion bonus for daytime, overnight, and relief/per diem DSP positions.
  • August 18, 2022 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Augusta Civic Center Maine Hire-A-Vet Campaign kick-off hiring fair
  • August 20, 2022 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at L-A Harley Davidson, 839 Main St Lewiston Bath Iron Works hiring event
  • August 22, 2022 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Augusta Civic Center Bath Iron Works hiring event
  • August 23, 2022 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Tri-County CareerCenter in Bangor- Community Health and Counseling Services are currently hiring for multiple positions in the health care field.
  • August 23, 2022 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Augusta Civic Center Bath Iron Works hiring event
  • August 31, 2022 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Twin Tower Plaza parking lot, 243 Main Street, South Paris Featuring a variety of local employers.
  • And more are added all the time!

More information about these hiring events can be found by clicking on the event at https://www.mainecareercenter.com/employment/hiringevents/

The following services and programs are available at no cost to the public:

  • Career Directions Explores your career interests, aptitudes, values, personality, motivation and how each transfer to todays job market.
  • Resume & Cover Letter Writing Covers the basics of how to evaluate or create an effective resume and cover letter.
  • Effective Interviewing Skills Dedicated to exploring proper interviewing techniques and tips.
  • Job Search Essentials - This workshop is intended to orient job seekers with the digital tools that have risen in importance
  • The Career Exploration WorkshopAn extensive and informative three-day workshop offered to Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) clients to explore a variety of career paths and research the required skills needed for those careers. Registration through Vocational Rehabilitation is required. Please call (207) 753-9000 for more information.
  • Navigating Hiring Process for Individuals with a Criminal History - Navigating Job Search and Hiring Process for Individuals with a Criminal History
  • And MORE!

You can get more information and register for workshops by clicking on them here: https://www.mainecareercenter.com/employment/workshops.shtml

Each of the centers across the state provides public computers with internet access, Microsoft Office, resume/cover letter writing software, and O*Net software for personal skills assessment. Employers can list their open positions on Maine JobLink and use our online system which matches jobs with candidates. All CareerCenter services are provided at no charge to employers and job seekers. Veterans and eligible spouses receive priority of service in all Department of Labor programs.