December Programs for Job Seekers at the Tri-County CareerCenter in Bangor Bookmark and Share

November 28, 2018

For Immediate Release: November 28, 2018

Contact: Patty Perry, Bangor CareerCenter, 760-6302

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

BANGOR -- Tri-County CareerCenter, located at 45 Oak St. in Bangor, announces December programming for job seekers and those who are considering training to upgrade their skills and increase their employability.

"For the past eight years I have worked to make Mainers more prosperous," stated Governor Paul R. LePage. "A new or better job is a key part of that goal. If you want a job with better pay or benefits, a better commute, or more opportunity to advance your career, contact your local CareerCenter. They can help you find a new job, prepare your resume and practice for that interview, and connect you with training. You may even qualify for a free training program. I wish all Mainers success in their careers, and remember that Maine needs everyone who can work to work to help our economy grow."

KidsPeace Recruitment - Monday, December 3, 9 a.m. to 12 noon

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

For more information, please contact Paul Ruggiero at (207)561-4050 or Paul.B.Ruggiero@Maine.gov.

Resume Information Seminar - Tuesday, December 4, 9 to 11 a.m.

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. Limit 20 slots per session.

To register, visit the Tri-County CareerCenter or call (207) 561-4050 or toll free 1-888-828-0568. Limit 20 slots per session. For questions, contact Suzanne Graves-Hall at (207) 561-4050 or Suzanne.Graves-Hall@maine.gov.

Exploring Careers - Tuesday, December 4, 9 to 11 a.m., Presented by New Ventures Maine

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 longer term career goals!

To register, please visit the Tri-County CareerCenter or call (207) 561-4050 or toll free 1-888-828-0568. For more information, please contact Paul Ruggiero at (207) 561-4050 or Paul.B.Ruggiero@maine.gov.

Budgeting Basics - Wednesday, December 5, 9 to 11 a.m., Presented by New Ventures Maine

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 Tri-County CareerCenter or call (207) 561-4050 or toll free 1-888-828-0568. For more information, please contact Paul Ruggiero at (207) 561-4050 or Paul.B.Ruggiero@maine.gov.

Care and Comfort Recruitment - Thursday, December 6, 9 a.m. to 12 noon

Care and Comfort employs a range of skilled professionals and para-professionals in their behavioral health and home health divisions. To learn more about these positions please visit www.careandcomfort.com and click on employment.

For more information, please contact Paul Ruggiero at (207) 561-4050 or Paul.B.Ruggiero@Maine.gov.

Workforce Innovation Opportunity Act (WIOA) Information Sessions -Thursdays, December 6, 13, 20, and 27, 10 to 11 a.m.

Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) programs can assist with training and education, support services, career counseling, on-the-job training, and short-term customized training. Eligibility guidelines include not receiving a high school diploma, low income, homeless, documented disability, have received a GED or HiSet, is pregnant or parenting, in foster care or has aged out, is an offender, or is Basic skills deficient.

To register, please visit the Tri-County CareerCenter or call (207) 561-4050 or toll free 1-888-828-0568. For questions regarding WIOA, please contact Susan Cerini at (207) 974-3229 or SCerini@emdc.org.

Essentials of College Planning and Financial Aid - Presented by Maine Enterprise Opportunity Center (MEOC), Fridays, December 7, 14, 21, and 28, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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, call 1-800-281-3703.

For questions, contact Kate Walsh, Maine Educational Opportunity Center at 949-6501 or kevit@maine.edu.

Northern Light Health Recruitment (Formerly EMHS) - Tuesday, December 18, 8 to 11 a.m.

Meet face-to-face with a recruiter from Northern Light Health (formerly Eastern Maine Healthcare Systems). Northern Light Health is hiring for all positions. Lean more about the employer ahead of time, bring plenty of resumes, and dress to impress.

For more information, please contact Paul Ruggiero at (207)561-4050 or Paul.B.Ruggiero@Maine.gov.

Interview Workshop - Tuesday, December 18, 9 to 11 a.m.

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 Tri-County 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.

About Maine CareerCenters

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.

Tri-County CareerCenter is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. We can be reached at 561-4050 (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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