Changes in the state budget process relevant to the reduction in workforce will be posted here. Additionally, state vacancy information, SOS Team minutes, current announcements/notices, and answers to frequently asked questions will appear here.

(Posted April 10, 2003)

CHOICES

Career Software Available in Bureau of Human Resources

The career software, CHOICES, in use by the CareerCenter, is now available “on-site” for affected employees. The software has an assessment area that includes an interest profile, skills checklist, Career Aptitude Survey, and a Work Importance Locator (work values).   Data bases for occupations and work history are also included.   The third area, called “Portfolio” contains tools to help the user prepare a resume and other documents to use in their job search.

The CHOICES program is comprehensive and very user-friendly.   Affected employees interested in exploring CHOICES should contact Valerie Oswald to schedule an appointment.   Valerie can be reached at 624-7769 or (e-mail) valerie.oswald@maine.gov

(Posted April 10, 2003)

EAP & Division Of Employee Health & Benefits Announce Free Workshops!!!

We are clearly living in uncertain times.   Budget shortfalls, reductions in force, threats of terrorism, the slow economy and the war in Iraq are all impacting on state employees and their families. Anecdotal evidence we are seeing suggests state employees are currently experiencing high levels of anxiety and stress.

Our EAP provider, Affiliated EAP Program, in conjunction with the Division of Employee Health and Benefits, has put together 2 new educational programs that are now ready to be pilot tested in Augusta .   One program is geared to employees, while the second is for supervisors and managers.   More specific information about the programs follows.

For employees –

Living In Times of Trouble

This 2 hour program is designed to help employees successfully adapt to unexpected changes and life events.   Employees will learn how to build their resiliency and develop coping skills to counteract anxiety and stress.

Presenter:   Liz Ashe, Affiliated EAP Program

Date:   Monday, April 14, 2003

Time:   10:00 AM – 12:00 ( noon )

Location:   Augusta Civic Center

Cost:   Free

For Supervisors and Managers –

Managing in Turbulent Times

This 2 hour program is designed to help supervisors and managers keep their employees focused, loyal and their morale high.  

Presenter:   Liz Ashe, Affiliated EAP Program

Date:   Monday, April 14, 2003

Time 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM

Location:   Augusta Civic Center

Cost: Free

No registration is required for either program.  

For any questions, please contact:

Bill McPeck

Director, Employee Health and Safety

287-6783