CareerCenter October Hiring Events and Services

September 28, 2023

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - September 28, 2023

CareerCenter October Hiring Events and Services

MAINE - Are you a job seeker and 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.

JOB SEEKERS

Maine CareerCenters provide a variety of employment and training services at no charge for Maine workers and businesses. When you visit your local CareerCenter you have access to computers, wireless internet access (WiFi), and knowledgeable staff who are ready to help you with your job search.

Workshops and Training - https://www.mainecareercenter.com/employment/workshops.shtml

Virtual Workshop: Navigating Hiring Process for Individuals with a Criminal History October 6, 2023 from 12 p.m. Are you an individual with a criminal history and not sure how to navigate the job search and hiring process due to your past offenses? Whether you were a juvenile or adult, felony or misdemeanor, state or federal offense, this workshop is for you. To Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/navigating-hiring-process-for-individuals-with-a-criminal-history-tickets-689273584847?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

Virtual Workshop: Searching for Work : Age 55+ With or Without Health & Physical Restriction October 19, 2023 from 1011 a.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.eventbrite.com/e/searching-for-work-age-55-with-or-without-health-physical-restriction-tickets-689434546287?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

Virtual Workshop: Maine's Employment & Training Program Info Session by Eastern Maine Development Corporation October 24, 2023 from 34 p.m. Do you need help finding your next job or finding support for a training you are interested in? The WIOA Title 1B services may be the program for you! Join staff from Eastern Maine Development Corps for this session discussing the services, eligibility and how to get enrolled. To Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/maines-employment-training-program-info-session-tickets-694085527497?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

Hiring Events - https://www.mainecareercenter.com/employment/hiringevents/

To explore additional opportunities and meet with employers, visit one of our upcoming hiring events:

• October 2, 2023 Lewiston Hiring Event: R.I.S.E., Inc. - https://www.mainecareercenter.com/locations/jobfair.shtml?id=11945340

• October 3, 2023 Augusta Hiring Event: Assistance Plus - https://www.mainecareercenter.com/locations/jobfair.shtml?id=11496458

• October 3, 2023 Bangor Hiring Event: EMDC & EMCC - https://www.mainecareercenter.com/locations/jobfair.shtml?id=11737957

• October 3, 2023 Springvale Hiring Event: Local Employer Hiring Event - https://www.mainecareercenter.com/locations/jobfair.shtml?id=11900197

• October 3, 2023 Portland Hiring Event: Northern Light - Mercy Hospital - https://www.mainecareercenter.com/locations/jobfair.shtml?id=11907521

• October 4, 2023 Portland Hiring Event: Greater Portland CareerCenter Event - https://www.mainecareercenter.com/locations/jobfair.shtml?id=11918365

• October 4, 2023 Bangor Hiring Event: Mert Enterprises, Inc. - https://www.mainecareercenter.com/locations/jobfair.shtml?id=11927553

• October 5, 2023 Springvale Hiring Event: SCAE - https://www.mainecareercenter.com/locations/jobfair.shtml?id=11737976

• October 5, 2023 Bangor Hiring Event: Mert Enterprises, Inc. - https://www.mainecareercenter.com/locations/jobfair.shtml?id=11927555

• October 10, 2023 Augusta Hiring Event: Androscoggin Home Healthcare & Hospice - https://www.mainecareercenter.com/locations/jobfair.shtml?id=11935573

• October 11, 2023 Wilton Hiring Event: Sweetser - https://www.mainecareercenter.com/locations/jobfair.shtml?id=11937902

• October 12, 2023 Springvale Hiring Event: SCAE - https://www.mainecareercenter.com/locations/jobfair.shtml?id=11737977

• October 12, 2023 Bangor Hiring Event: Northern Light Home Care and Hospice - https://www.mainecareercenter.com/locations/jobfair.shtml?id=11844222

• October 12, 2023 Hinckley Hiring Event: Northern Light Home Care & Hospice - https://www.mainecareercenter.com/locations/jobfair.shtml?id=11850439

• October 13, 2023 Hinckley Hiring Event: General Dynamics/Bath Iron Works - https://www.mainecareercenter.com/locations/jobfair.shtml?id=11090649

• October 14, 2023 Hinckley Hiring Event: General Dynamics/Bath Iron Works - https://www.mainecareercenter.com/locations/jobfair.shtml?id=11090650

• October 17, 2023 Bangor Hiring Event: Bangor CareerCenter Hiring Event - https://www.mainecareercenter.com/locations/jobfair.shtml?id=11945327

• October 19, 2023 Portland Maine Hire-A-Vet Campaign Hiring Event and Resource Fair - https://www.mainecareercenter.com/locations/jobfair.shtml?id=11220960

• October 19, 2023 Lewiston Hiring Event: Nonprofit Business Hiring Event - https://www.mainecareercenter.com/locations/jobfair.shtml?id=11850436

• October 20, 2023 Lewiston Hiring Event: General Dynamics/Bath Iron Works - https://www.mainecareercenter.com/locations/jobfair.shtml?id=11844215

• October 21, 2023 Lewiston Hiring Event: General Dynamics/Bath Iron Works - https://www.mainecareercenter.com/locations/jobfair.shtml?id=11844216

• October 24, 2023 Portland Hiring Event: Spurwink - https://www.mainecareercenter.com/locations/jobfair.shtml?id=11663068

• October 24, 2023 Brunswick Hiring Event: Southern Maine Community College & The Southern Midcoast CareerCenter - https://www.mainecareercenter.com/locations/jobfair.shtml?id=11930961

• October 25, 2023 Lewiston Hiring Event: Lewiston CareerCenter Hiring Event - https://www.mainecareercenter.com/locations/jobfair.shtml?id=11925243

• October 26, 2023 Lewiston Training Event: Veterans Resume and Cover Letter Class - https://www.mainecareercenter.com/locations/jobfair.shtml?id=11916065

EMPLOYERS

Helping Business to Recruit and Train Employees - https://www.mainecareercenter.gov/employers/index.shtml

Recruiting

Looking for dedicated employees who bring a wide range of experience to the workplace? Connect with your local CareerCenter, and list your jobs on the Maine JobLink! The CareerCenter can assist you with a variety of hiring resources, including job posting, hiring events, and training programs such as registered apprenticeship.

Contact Us

Telephone: Services are available virtually via the CareerCenter hotline

• 207-623-7981
• 888-457-8883
• TTY users call Maine Relay 711

Live Chart: https://www.mainecareercenter.gov/index.shtml

E-Mail: MaineDOL.CareerCenter@maine.gov

If youd 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 to see when staff are on-site near you.

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.