Greater Raritan

CareOne Hiring Event with Bergen Community College
2021-06-16 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
Bergen Community College is hosting a virtual CareOne Hiring Event from 4 to 5 p.m. Wednesday, June 16.
Participants will learn about how they can become a CareOne Community Healthcare Worker through an in-house internship program where participants are hired first and then trained for their position and duties – this is an “Earn and Learn” program. Participating CareOne locations are in Somerset, Middlesex, Essex and Bergen counties.
During the event, CareOne recruiters will be available, and participants will learn about the possibilities of this career pathway program, as well as tuition reimbursement benefits.
This program is part of New Jersey HealthWorks Scaling Apprenticeship, sponsored by a $12 million dollar grant from the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration.
To register for the event, scan the QR code in the event flyer.

NORWESCAP LinkedIn Course
2021-06-16 16:30 - 18:30 | Zoom
NORWESCAP Career & Life Transitions Center is offering a free virtual course, Create Your LinkedIn Profile, from 4:30 t0 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 16.
LinkedIn is a free employment-oriented online service and is mainly used for professional networking, including employers posting jobs and job seekers posting their CV’s (written overview of your life’s work). Employers are looking for candidates to hire using this resource. It hosts more than 600 million professional profiles, which means nearly an unlimited supply of connections and job opportunities.
With LinkedIn, users build and maintain their networks, search for jobs, and build their professional reputations. Plus, it’s free.
NORWESCAP Career & Life Transitions Center serves residents in Hunterdon, Somerset and Warren counties.
For more information on the free course, to learn how to qualify for NORWESCAP’s free services, and to receive the course Zoom link, call Terry at 908-824-0582.

Franklin Township-Area Virtual Mini Career Fair
2021-06-17 10:00 - 11:30 | Virtual Event
Six employers based in and around Franklin Township, Somerset County, are featured in a Virtual Mini Career Fair, being conducted from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Thursday, June 17.
The event is focused on employers and job seekers in the Somerset/Franklin Township area. The Virtual Mini Career Fair is sponsored by the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development (NJDOLWD) and the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board (GRWDB), which services Hunterdon and Somerset counties.
Since last December, the NJDOLWD and the GRWDB have collaborated on more than 30 Virtual Information Sessions for individual companies in the two counties. More than 1,300 job seekers have attended these virtual events; this is the first time a Career Fair with multiple companies is being offered as part of this career series.
Participants include: CVS, with locations in Somerset, Franklin and Piscataway; Geo-Technology Associates, PIM Brands and Power Container, which are located in Somerset/Franklin; RWJBarnabas Health, with locations in Somerville and New Brunswick; and SHI International Corp. Warehouse and Integration Center, located in Piscataway.
Interest participants can register at https://bit.ly/3uIGKJS. The event link will be provided upon completion of the RSVP.
For more information, call the GRWDB at 908-541-5790.

NJMEP Certified Manufacturing Associated Training Opportunity
2021-06-17 11:00 - 12:00 | GoToMeeting
A 25-hour online program for a Certified Manufacturing Associated Credential is being launched by NJMEP. This program, done in partnership with ToolingU, is for the unemployed and underemployed and placement opportunities are available.
Learn more during GoToMeetings that can be attended at either 1 p.m. Wednesday, June 16, or 11 a.m. Thursday, June 17.
Details are in this flyer.

RVCC Virtual Information Session
2021-06-21 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual Event
A Virtual Information Session will be conducted by Raritan Valley Community College in Branchburg on Monday, June 21, from 5 to 6 p.m. During the event, participants will learn about the college’s Summer Session — beginning July 6 — and Fall Semester classes. The college plans to be open for all in-person classes beginning Sept. 1.
At the Virtual Information Session, students will learn about:

Academic programs designed to transfer to four-year colleges
Career programs that can prepare you for a job in a year or less
Earning credits for life and work experience
Special support services to help you make a successful transition to college
How to apply for financial aid and options for paying for college.

Register for the session and learn how to join here: Open Houses & Info Sessions | | Raritan Valley Community College, NJ
Contact Admissions at 908-526-1200 (Select Option 2) or at admissions@raritanval.edu.

RVCC Virtual Beauty Professions Information Session
2021-06-22 17:00 - 18:30 | Virtual Event
A Beauty Professions Virtual Information Session will be conducted by Raritan Valley Community College in Branchburg on Tuesday, June 22, from 5 to 6:30 p.m.
At the Virtual Information Session, students will learn about:

Career programs that can prepare you for a job in a year or less in cosmetology, esthetics, and make-up artistry.
Special support services to help you make a successful transition to college
How to apply and options for paying for college.

Register for the session and learn how to join here: Open Houses & Info Sessions | | Raritan Valley Community College, NJ
Contact Admissions at 908-526-1200 (Select Option 2) or at admissions@raritanval.edu.

Magna-Power Electronics Opportunities Info Session
2021-06-23 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual Event
The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development and the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board are presenting a Virtual Information Session for job seekers at 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 23, for Magna-Power Electronics in Flemington.
The company is looking to fill the following positions: Assembler (Production, Final PCB and Sub-Assembly positions with starting pay at $16/hour, nodirect experience needed), Test Technician, Shipping/Receiving, and Applications Engineer.
Attendees will be get details about the positions from company representatives, and have the opportunity to ask questions.
This event will be virtual, from the jobseekers’ PC, Tablet or Phone.
All interested candidates can submit their resume to the attention of Ryan Roberts, HR at rroberts@magna-power.com and indicate the job title. All resumes will be reviewed for consideration and applicants will receive notification on next steps.

Career webinar: Creating a Dynamic Job Portfolio
2021-06-23 13:00 - 15:00 | Zoom
The job market continues to change, as does the way we look for work. In the career webinar, Creating a Dynamic Job Portfolio, participants will discuss the value of presenting yourself as a complete package by using a resume as an introduction to an employer and backing it up with a portfolio presented at the interview.
The Wednesday, June 23, webinar, beginning at 1 p.m., is hosted by the Hunterdon County Library System and presented in partnership by Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center Training Services and the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board. The presenter is Jan Goodman, community outreach specialist/career coach for Career Center Training Services.
The workshop will be presented on the Zoom platform, and pre-registration is required. To register, call Adult Services is 908-730-6135 or go to or go to https://bit.ly/3cIfTaF.

NORWESCAP Pathways 2 Prosperity Series
2021-06-23 16:30 - 18:00 | Virtual Event
NORWESCAP Career & Life Transitions Center is offering a free virtual course series, Pathways 2 Prosperity, on four Wednesdays beginning May 19 and running through June 23.
During this virtual series, tools aimed at helping participants achieve personal and professional success will be provided. The journey begins with knowing yourself and what’s important to you, according to a NORWESCAP news release. Self-awareness is the key to strong leadership skills and success. The journey continues with developing a Prosperity Plan and then taking concrete steps to make those goals become a reality. The program helps participants invest in themselves, and design pathways to living wage employment, not just a job; build savings, not just pay the bills; and really thrive.
NORWESCAP Career & Life Transitions Center serves residents in Hunterdon, Somerset and Warren counties.
To register and qualify for this free workshop, call Terry at 908-824-0582.

Using Virtual Resources to Plan Your Career
2021-06-23 19:00 - 20:00 | GoToMeeting
The Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board, serving Hunterdon and Somerset counties, is part of a national system of government professionals working to connect community members to searchable sources of information needed to plan first career steps or transition to new careers.
During Using Virtual Resources to Plan Your Career, a virtual presentation running from 7 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, June 23, board staff will present an overview of some of the sometimes-overlooked national and state resources job seekers can use to identify opportunities that can lead to lifelong success.
The event is presented in collaboration with the Bernards Township Library, and registration (with your email address) is required. Registrants will be emailed the link to join on Zoom about one hour prior to the start of the program. To register, go to the Bernards Township Library calendar page for June 2021.
For questions, email info@thegrwdb.org or call 908-203-6044.

Reentry Employment Fair
2021-06-24 09:00 - 12:00 | Rowan College of South Jersey, Cumberland Campus, 3322 College Drive, Vineland, 08360, United States
Employers are invited to take part in a Reentry Employment Fair running from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Thursday, June 24 at the Rowan College of South Jersey, Cumberland Campus, in Parking Lot K.
Employer participants will meet candidates looking for a second chance, and connect with agencies and organizations assisting justice-involved individuals. Participants will be supplied with a table and two chairs; they may bring their own tent/canopy.
Pre-registration is required; space is limited. Use the registration link in the attached flyer or email sjreentry@gmail.com.

Bridge to Success: Virtual Webinar Series for Job Seekers
2021-06-24 19:00 - 20:00, 2021-07-01 19:00 - 20:00, 2021-07-08 19:00 - 20:00, 2021-07-15 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual Meeting
Are you feeling stressed in your job search?
The Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board and EmPoWER Somerset are offering a free nine-week virtual program for community members entitled “Bridge to Success.” We know the past year has been challenging. The stress-management techniques shared in this series will help participants survive andthrive during the job-search process, and in life..
The virtual series will run every Thursday from 7 to 8 p.m. beginning May 20, 2021, and ending July 15, 2021.
Participation is limited to 12 people, and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Everyone who attends and completes eight of the nine sessions will receive a $50 Amazon gift card.
To register, user the QR code on this flyer, or click here. For questions, email Paul Grzella at grzella@co.somerset.nj.us.

Career Webinar Skill Tips for Success: Networking and Prospecting
2021-06-24 19:00 - 20:00 | GoToMeeting
Networking and Prospecting are important tools for job seekers to master. During “Networking and Prospecting,” a GoToMeeting webinar being presented at 7 p.m. Thursday, June 24, Dr. Jairo Borja will show participants how to:

Find Gold in Their LinkedIn Backyard.
Apply to Positions on LinkedIn Strategically.
Learn the No. 1 Secret to Scheduling Informational Interviews.

Dr. Jairo Borja, DBA, is the author of “Networking Your Way to Success: 10 Steps to Building Relationships & Expanding Your Business for Entrepreneurs & Working Professionals.”
Please join the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/205361765
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (872) 240-3311
Access Code: 205-361-765
Registration is recommended but not required. To register, email info@thegrwdb.org and provide your name and hometown. For additional details or questions, call (908) 541-5790.

Peapack-Gladstone Bank Virtual Information Session
2021-06-25 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual Event
The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development and the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board are presenting a Virtual Information Session for job seekers at 10 a.m. Friday, June 25, for Peapack-Gladstone Bank.
Positions include: Loan Administrator 1, Operations (Bedminster); Treasury Management Operations Specialist, Operations (Bedminster); Residential Mortgage Administration & Underwriting, Commercial (Bedminster); Senior Documentation & Operations Specialist, Leasing (Bedminster / remote); Loan Processor, Commercial (Bedminster); Mortgage Loan Closer, Commercial (Bedminster); Retail Client Experience Manager II (Mendham); Client Service Officer II, Client Services (Morristown); Multiple Universal Banker Positions, PT & FT (multiple locations); and SBA Banker.
Attendees will be get details about the positions from company representatives, and have the opportunity to ask questions.
To register, use the QR code in the flyer link in this listing or go to https://bit.ly/3go2AhS.

RVCC Virtual Information Session
2021-06-29 11:00 - 12:00 | Virtual Event
A Virtual Information Session will be conducted by Raritan Valley Community College in Branchburg on Tuesday, June 29, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. During the event, participants will learn about the college’s Summer Session — beginning July 6 — and Fall Semester classes. The college plans to be open for all in-person classes beginning Sept. 1.
At the Virtual Information Session, students will learn about:

Academic programs designed to transfer to four-year colleges
Career programs that can prepare you for a job in a year or less
Earning credits for life and work experience
Special support services to help you make a successful transition to college
How to apply for financial aid and options for paying for college.

Register for the session and learn how to join here: Open Houses & Info Sessions | | Raritan Valley Community College, NJ
Contact Admissions at 908-526-1200 (Select Option 2) or at admissions@raritanval.edu.

Right at Home Virtual Information Session
2021-06-30 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual Event
The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development and the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board are presenting a Virtual Information Session for job seekers at 1 p.m. Wednesday, June 30, for the Hillsborough-based Right at Home, which has positions available throughout Hunterdon and Somerset counties. These include Companion Aide and Home Health Aide.
Attendees will be get details about the benefits offered by the company, including flexible schedules, competitive pay, 401K and CHHA school sponsorships.
To register, use the QR code in the flyer link in this listing or go to this link: https://bit.ly/3quEw03.

Kwenyan and Associates Opportunities Info Session
2021-07-07 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual Event
The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development and the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board are presenting a Virtual Information Session for job seekers at 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 7, for Kwenyan and Associates in Flemington. The company is looking to fill the following position: Outpatient Mental Health Therapist.
Attendees will be get details about the positions from company representatives, and have the opportunity to ask questions. The employer will then conduct one-on-one interviews.
To register, use the QR code in the flyer link in this listing or go to this link: https://bit.ly/3gUIw5w.

Investors Bank Opportunities Info Session
2021-07-07 10:30 - 11:30 | Virtual Event
The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development and the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board are presenting a Virtual Information Session for job seekers at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 7, for Investors Bank locations in Somerset, Middlesex, Gloucester, Camden and Ocean Counties.
The company is looking to fill the following positions: Universal Banker (FT): Somerset, Avenel, Maple Shade, Medford, Toms River, Whiting, Point Pleasant, Jackson, Red Bank and Middletown. Customer Service Associate / Teller (PT): Medford, Toms River, Whiting, Point Pleasant and Red Bank.
Attendees will be get details about the positions from company representatives, and have the opportunity to ask questions.
To register, use the QR code in the flyer link in this listing or go to this link: https://bit.ly/3qtd1Eb.

Anita's Angels Virtual Information Session
2021-07-09 08:30 - 09:30 | Virtual Event
The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development and the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board are presenting a Virtual Information Session for job seekers at 8:30 a.m. Friday, July 9, for Anita’s Angels in Flemington. The following positions are available: Certified Homemaker – Home Health Aides.
Attendees will be get details about the positions from company representatives, and have the opportunity to ask questions.
To register, use the QR code in the flyer link in this listing or go to this link: https://bit.ly/2SOs8eQ.

NJMEP Certified Manufacturing Associated Training Opportunity
2021-07-13 11:00 - 12:00, 2021-07-14 13:00 - 14:00 | GoToMeeting
A 25-hour online program for a Certified Manufacturing Associated Credential has been launched by NJMEP. This program, done in partnership with ToolingU, is for the unemployed and underemployed and placement opportunities are available.
Learn more during GoToMeetings that can be attended at either 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 13, or 1 p.m. Wednesday, July 14.
Details are in this flyer.
To join the meeting on either day, go https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/983649517. Dial in on (872) 240-3412; access code is 983-649-517.

Updated! Hunterdon Developmental Center Opportunities Info Session
2021-07-13 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual Event
The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development and the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board are presenting a Virtual Information Session for job seekers at 1 p.m. Thursday, July 15, for the Hunterdon Developmental Center in Clinton, N.J. This session was originally scheduled for July 13 but was rescheduled because of technical difficulties.
The center is looking to fill the following positions: Registered Nurse (full time and hourly), Licensed Practical Nurse (full time and hourly), Personal Care Assistant (shift differential available), Residential Services Worker (full time); Grounds Worker (full time), Truck Driver, Single Axle (full time), Greenhouse Worker (full time), and Senior Food Service Worker (full time).
Attendees will be get details about the positions from company representatives, and have the opportunity to ask questions. One-on-one interviews will
immediately follow the employer’s presentation
To register, use the QR code in the flyer link in this listing or go to this link: https://bit.ly/3hjF5Wx. NOTE: Those who already registered for this event do not have to re-register.

Krapf School Bus Opportunities Info Session
2021-07-15 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual Event
The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development and the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board are presenting a Virtual Information Session for job seekers at 10 a.m. Thursday, July 15, for Krapf School Bus, a family-owned business with locations in New Jersey, New York, Pennyslvania and Delaware.
The company is looking to fill the following positions: School Bus Drivers (Multiple locations: Hampton, Flemington, Montgomery, Vernon, Wantage).
Attendees will get details about the positions from company representatives, and have the opportunity to ask questions.
To register, use the QR code in the flyer link in this listing or go to this link: https://bit.ly/3xZPu0h.

Golf Fore Literacy for Literacy Volunteers of Somerset County
2021-07-19 13:00 - 18:00 | Royce Brook Golf Club, 201 Hamilton Road, Hillsborough, NJ, 08846, United States
The 5th Annual Golf Fore Literacy supporting the Literacy Volunteers of Somerset County (LVSC) will begin on Monday, July 19, with a 1 p.m. Modified Shotgun Start.
This year, in addition to an afternoon playing Royce Brook’s Private West Course, participants can enjoy a one-hour post-golf open bar on the clubhouse veranda. Golfer fees will also include golf carts, box lunch, contests throughout the day, and prize drawings. At the end of the day, dinner will be available for purchase from the clubhouse restaurant.
Like so many nonprofits, LVSC cancelled its indoor fundraisers this past year. At the same time, the 40-year-old agency transformed its services to a virtual format. Today, more than 200 students are learning English remotely from 100-plus trained LVSC volunteers. Participation will help support those who are learn to read, write, and communicate in English, so that they can have a better life.
To register or for more information, go to LVSC’s website, 5th Annual Golf Fore Literacy – Literacy Volunteers of Somerset County (literacysomerset.org).

Hampton Inn & Suites Opportunities Info Session
2021-07-19 13:30 | Virtual Event
The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development and the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board are presenting a Virtual Information Session for job seekers at 1:30 p.m. Monday, July 19, for Hampton Inn & Suites in Bridgewater, N.J.
The company is looking to fill the following positions: Front Desk, Housekeeper, Breakfast Attendant, Maintenance Technician, Houseperson and Overnight Houseperson.
Attendees will get details about the positions from company representatives, learn about the application process and have the opportunity to ask questions.
To register, use the QR code in the flyer link in this listing or go to this link: https://bit.ly/3wD9wfJ.

Using Virtual Resources to Plan Your Career
2021-07-22 19:00 - 20:00 | GoToMeeting
The Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board, serving Hunterdon and Somerset counties, is part of a national system of government professionals working to connect community members to searchable sources of information needed to plan first career steps or transition to new careers.
During Using Virtual Resources to Plan Your Career, a virtual presentation running from 7 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, July 22, board staff will present an overview of some of the sometimes-overlooked national and state resources job seekers can use to identify opportunities that can lead to lifelong success.
Using Virtual Resources to Plan Your Career
Thu, Jul 22, 2021 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM (EDT)
Please join the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/170036789
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (646) 749-3122
Access Code: 170-036-789
This program is hosted by the Franklin Township Library. For questions, email events@franklintwp.org or call 732-873-8700.

NJMEP Certified Manufacturing Associated Training Opportunity
2021-07-27 13:00 - 14:00 | GoToMeeting
A 25-hour online program for a Certified Manufacturing Associated Credential has been launched by NJMEP. This program, done in partnership with ToolingU, is for the unemployed and underemployed and placement opportunities are available.
Learn more during a GoToMeeting at 1 p.m. Tuesday, July 27.
Details are in this flyer.
To join the meeting on either day, go https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/983649517. Dial in on (872) 240-3412; access code is 983-649-517.
