FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - October 26, 2022

**CareerCenter November 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 7-1-1), through LiveChat - https://www.mainecareercenter.gov/ , or email [email protected]. 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 - https://www.mainecareercenter.gov/locations/ to see when staff are on-site near you.

**Are you over the age of 55 and looking for work?** Join presenters Sarah Overlock, Goodwill Workforce Solutions, and Allie Novicki, Senior Community Service Employment Program, for a virtual workshop on November 10 from 1-2 p.m.!

Does it sometimes seem like your age or experience is working against you in your job search? It's true that some employers may have reservations, but many see that hiring and retaining older workers will be key to staying competitive. Whether exploring a new career or searching for a job, this presentation will provide tips and suggestions to overcome bias and promote confidence in re-entering the workforce.

To Register: https://www.mainecareercenter.com/employment/workshop.shtml?id=9367062

**Are you a young adult looking to transition to employment or training?** Check out our upcoming workshop on November 17 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.! This webinar is to help youth and young adults in Maine navigate the services that are available to assist them become successful in their employment, training or post-secondary goals.

To register: https://www.mainecareercenter.com/employment/workshop.shtml?id=9090839

**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's Connecting with Opportunities Initiative 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:

- November 1, 2022 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Bangor CareerCenter Penquist hiring event - November 2, 2022 from 9 a.m.- 12 p.m. at the Portland CareerCenter Over 20 employers looking to hire! - November 2, 2022 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Lewiston CareerCenter Paradigm Windows hiring event - November 4, 2022 from 12-3 p.m. at the Outlets at Kittery, 283 US - 1, Suite 111 - November 15 & 16, 2022 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Virtual hiring event - First ever New England Regional Virtual Job Fair, featuring employers in six states. - November 15 Industry Spotlight: Education, Healthcare, Hospitality, and other industries - November 16 Industry Spotlight: Engineering, Construction, Manufacturing, Transportation, Warehousing, and other industries - November 16, 2022 from 3-6 p.m. at Hilton Garden Inn, 15 Great Falls Plaza, Auburn JobsInME hiring event - November 17, 2022 from 1-4 p.m. Virtual Maine Hire-A-Vet Campaign statewide hiring event - November 22, 2022 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Bangor CareerCenter Community Health and Counseling Services hiring event - **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 today's 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 - https://www.onetonline.org/ 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.