Job Help

Job Search Speakers Series
The Job Search Program Series is funded through the generosity of the Thomas F. Kilfoil Bequest and is sponsored by the West Hartford Public Library and the Department of Human and Leisure Services. Programs are free — registration is requested. To reserve a seat, please call the Noah Webster library Information Desk at 860 561.6990, or click register. NOTE: All sessions will be held in the Noah Webster Library Meeting Room unless otherwise indicated. ................................................................................................... Get READY, Get SET, GO! with Linda Kobylarz,M.Ed. 3 workshops designed to get you moving to your next job. Take one or all three to rev-up your job search! January 9—1:30 PM REGISTER Get READY: Exploring Careers—Finding Your Best Fit Do a career check. Connect your interests, work values and skills to career possibilities to find your "best fit." February 6—1:30 PM REGISTER Get SET: Spotlight on Skills—What You Have and What You Need Looking for a job? Worried about a lay off? It's time to take stock of your skills and Get Set for your targeted job search! Take a fresh look at your skills and how you can connect them to jobs in today's tight economy. March 5—1:30 PM REGISTER GO: Sharpen Your Interviewing Skills Congratulations! you got the interview—now maximize the opportunity to "sell yourself". It's all in the preparation! Learn how to showcase your skills and answer the tough guestions. Practice youir interview "presence". You'll leave with solid tips for a successful interview. ................................................................................................... Career Planning in Tough Economic Times Eleta Jones, Ph.D., LPC May 23, 2012—(re-scheduled from Fall 2011) 7:00–8:00 PM Trying to figure out what to do next in your career? Struggling to find a job? Wanting to identify new career options for yourself? Eleta Jones, Ph.D.,LPC, Associate Director at the Center for Professional Development,University of Hartford, will review the eight essential strategies for effective career planning during tough economic times JobNow! Live job coaching, resumé assistance and more–see how JobNow can help you. Have your library card in hand and click JobNow	ONLINE JOB HUNTING RESOURCES
Basic Computer and Internet Classes
Online Databases listings of and information on potential employers (companies and industries)
Practice Tests for Jobs and Schools
Links to Local Resources Where to Turn in Connecticut When you Become Unemployed CT United Way Information on state, federal and local resources to help people who are unemployed and looking for jobs. West Hartford Human Services Division Town that Cares Emergency Financial Assistance & West Hartford Food Pantry Fair Housing—Renter’s Rights Family Self Sufficiency CT Department of Labor CT Fair Housing—Foreclosure Prevention Energy Assistance Unemployment Insurance CT Works —Job assistance centers free to CT residents CT Works Career Center Locations COBRA Program—Health coverage after job loss Husky Program Consumer Credit Counseling Service/Money Management International

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