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Workshops at a Glance

NEW MEMBERS:

Welcome Session: Introduction to The Work Place. This workshop is mandatory for membership. Get information about The Work Place’s services, policies and programs.

Veteran’s Welcome Session: Learn how to utilize veterans’ services at your local one-stop career center and within your community.  Also learn how to work with the Veteran’s Representative to obtain and retain the necessary skills and tools to be successful in the workforce!

Young Adult Welcome Session: Learn how to utilize young adult services (ages 16-24) at The Work Place and within your community.  Get information about The Work Place’s services, policies and programs.

WORKSHOPS, EVENTS & INFORMATION SESSIONS:

Age Bias and the Job Search: In our age-conscious culture, you need not be defined by cultural expectations assigned to age! We will look at factors relating to age that may impact your job search and consider a perspective geared toward reframing the question of age.  Also have the chance to practice your interviewing skills with this new awareness!

Career Discussion Forum: Facilitated discussion of career and job search issues, current trends and the job market – changing topics from month to month, check the calendar!

CORI Issues and Your Job Search: If you have a criminal record and are unsure of how this will affect your job search, this workshop is for you. The facilitator will discuss job search strategies and how to comfortably talk about your CORI during an interview.

Cover & Job Search Letters Workshop: How can good writing attract a potential employer?  See examples of creative, well written cover letters, Thank you letters, Job inquiry letters, Informational Interview request letters and more!

Creating a Targeted Resume from your Work History: Learn what employers are looking for when they read your resume and how to target your skills and experience to different jobs/careers. We'll give you tips on identifying your skills and unhitching them from previous positions and transferring them to match your current job goal.

How to Work a Job Fair: Learn what to do before, during, and after the job fair to ensure you present your most confident self when connecting with employers.

Identifying Your Skills Using the SkillsScan Card Sort: What is a skill? Can you name and describe your skills confidently in a job interview? Can you identify your transferable skills?  If these questions interest you, this is a workshop for you! From a deck of 64 cards you will select your preferred skill set and learn the format to identify your professional profile.

Interviewing Skills Workshop: Explore interviewing strategies, commonly asked questions, tips on answering questions and how to deal with any unexpected pitfalls.

Job Seekers Networking Support Group: Out of work? Meet others in the same boat on a weekly basis. Network for information and ideas on improving your job search. This session is offered several times a month. Check the calendar for dates.

Outside the Box: Ideas for Your Career Transition Workshop: Learn some creative approaches to reframe your approach to the job/career search process! In this workshop we will discuss effective and resourceful strategies for success.

Practice Interviews:  Need practice talking about your skills and abilities? Sign up at the front desk to get a professional’s feedback on your interviewing skills. Bring your resume and a job description and for a 30 minute one-one-one practice interview!

Preparing for an Effective Job Search Workshop: How do you cover your bases for an effective job search? In this workshop we will provide an overview of the job search process and reference appropriate workshops for more in-depth information.

Resume Writing Workshop: Learn what employers are looking for when they read your resume. We’ll give you tips on different types of formats, finding the one that is right for you.

Skills Training Information Session: Get information about state-funded hard skills training eligibility and offerings for qualified candidates; reading and math test included in session—see flyer for more information!

Using LinkedIn in Your Job Search: Beyond Basics: Are you on LinkedIn and thinking - Now What? Discover ways that www.linkedin.com can help you in your job search. We will give you ideas of how to improve your profile and demonstrate some helpful new features designed for job seekers!

COMPUTER  WORKSHOPS:

Internet Basics (YOU MUST HAVE BASIC PC AND KEYBOARDING SKILLS):  New to the Internet? Learn how to use the Internet effectively for your job search. Check front of calendar for dates.

Introduction to Microsoft Word©: Let’s start with the basics. Where are the shortcuts to center text? How do you make your font bold or change its style? Where are the commands to do bullets and numbering? Stuff like that. 

Online Applications Made Easy:  Are you feeling confused and frustrated by the new online application process?  Do you know what employers are looking for?  This workshop will offer techniques and insight into the process, providing you with the knowledge you need to successfully complete online applications through instruction and by completing a sample application.

Setting up an E-mail Account: Learn how to set up an e-mail account and how to attach your resume to apply for jobs that request you to apply by e-mail. BASIC KEYBOARDING SKILLS ARE REQUIRED.

What is a Mouse? Learn how to use a mouse, move around, and open/ save files: a first step in using a computer effectively. This workshop is presented twice a month. Check front of calendar for dates.

DROP IN & WALK IN HOURS

CORI Walk in Hour: If you have any questions about your CORI stop in and talk to someone who can help. This service is on a first-come-first-serve basis.

Drop in and Ask The Career Counselor:  Have questions about your job search? Take advantage of this “drop-in” time to ask a career counselor for answers about anything related to the job hunt. This service is on a first-come-first-serve basis.

Resume Cover Letter Critique: Have questions about your resume or cover letter? Bring your completed documents with you and a career counselor or professional volunteer will briefly review them with you one-on-one, offer suggestions for improvement and answer your questions on a first-come-first-serve basis.

See the Employment Specialist Drop In: Service includes 45 minute session, initial assessment, individual job search, resume and cover letter writing and mock interviews. Bring electronic version of resume and cover letter.