Greater Raritan

Hampton Inn & Suites Opportunities Info Session
2021-07-19 13:30 (America/New_York) | 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.

CareOne Hiring Event with Bergen Community College
2021-08-04 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual Event
Bergen Community College is hosting a virtual CareOne Hiring Event from 5 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 4.
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 Bergen County.
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.

Kwenyan and Associates Opportunities Info Session
2021-08-11 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, Aug. 11, 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/3y3eHXV.

Geo-Technology Associates Virtual Information Session
2021-08-11 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, Aug. 11, for Geo-Technology Associates in the Somerset section of Franklin.
The company is looking to fill the following positions: Geotechnical Field Professional, for those interested in building a career in the construction observation, environmental and/or geotechnical consulting fields. Driver’s license and a reliable care are musts. The firm hires candidates from around the region, including Monmouth, Ocean, Mercer and Burlington counties.
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 this link: https://bit.ly/3ibnMbK.

Krapf School Bus Opportunities Info Session
2021-08-17 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. Tuesday, August 17, for Krapf School Bus, a family-owned business with locations in New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania 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/3igQdVx.

Magna-Power Electronics Opportunities Info Session
2021-08-17 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. Tuesday, August 17, for Magna-Power Electronics in Flemington.
The company is looking to fill the following positions: Production Assemblers, Transformer Assembler, Stockroom Clerk, Shipping/Receiving Clerk, Electronic Test Technician, and Senior Software Developer.
Following a presentation about the company and the positions available, the employer will conduct one-on one interviews.
To register, use the QR code or this link: https://bit.ly/2U1Mq5m. Registrants: note that you also must submit your resume to the attention of Ryan Roberts, HR, at rroberts@magna-power.com. The event link will be provided upon completion of the RSVP and consideration of your resume

Midland Opportunities Info Session
2021-08-18 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, August 18, for Midland, a Branchburg, N.J.-based organization serving children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
The company is looking to fill the following positions: Support Counselor (DSP), and Job Coach.
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/2X0mjgp.

Fellowship Senior Living Opportunities Info Session
2021-08-18 14:00 - 15:00 | 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 2 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 18, for Fellowship Senior Living in Bernards.
The company is looking to fill the following positions: Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), Certified Home Health Aides (CHHAs for Assisted Living, Hospice, and Home Care), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), Registered Nurses (RNs), Housekeepers, and Dietary Workers.
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/3yEQIP3.

Central Moving Systems Opportunities Info Session
2021-08-19 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, August 19, for Central Moving Systems in Bridgewater.
The company is looking to fill the following positions: Moving Driver and Moving Helper.
Attendees will get details about the positions from company representatives, learn about the application process, and have the opportunity to ask questions. The Information Session will be followed by 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/3CyBGNk.

Mark 1 Restoration Service Opportunities Info Session
2021-08-26 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, August 26, for Mark 1 Restoration Service in Flemington.
The company is looking to fill the following position: Carpenter / Helper.
The employer will provide information on the positions, discuss benefits, opportunity for growth and application process, and answer questions.
To register, use the QR code or this link: https://bit.ly/3ge7QE7. The event link will be provided upon completion of the RSVP.

Haven Home Care Opportunities Info Session
2021-09-08 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, September 8, for Haven Home Care in Somerville. (Please note that this event was rescheduled from its original date of August 31.)
The company is looking to fill the following positions: Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Companion Care and Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
The employer will provide information on the positions, discuss benefits, opportunity for growth and application process, and answer questions.
To register, use the QR code or this link: https://bit.ly/3Ana3ou. The event link will be provided upon completion of the RSVP.

NJMEP Certified Production Technician Training Opportunity
2021-09-14 11:00 - 12:00, 2021-09-15 13:00 - 14:00 | GoToMeeting
An online program to train to become a Certified Production Technician is available from NJMEP. This program, for the unemployed and underemployed, includes placement opportunities.
Learn more during GoToMeetings that can be attended at either 11 a.m. Tuesday, September 14, or 1 p.m. Wednesday, September 15.
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.

Lowe's, Hillsborough, Opportunities Info Session
2021-09-14 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. Tuesday, September 14, for Lowe’s in Hillsborough.
The company is looking to fill may positions: FT Overnight Receive Stocker, PT Unloader, FT CSA Flooring, PT CSA Electrical, PT CSA Plumbing, PT CSA Building Materials, PT Fulfillment, PT Cashier, and PT Customer Service.
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/3DXrNcv.

Career Webinar: Stress Management
2021-09-15 10:00 - 12:00 | Zoom
Today’s workforce is experiencing job burnout and stress due to unemployment in epidemic/pandemic proportions. People are stressed out,
insecure and fearful of the future.
Learn some coping strategies during a Stress Management webinar, being presented from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 15, by Jan Goodman, Community Outreach Specialist/Career Coach, for the Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center Training Services. The webinar is cosponsored by the Franklin Township Public Library System.
Participants will learn to see stress in new ways, uncover ways to respond to what they are experiencing, and create an action plan to help reduce and manage stress.
This workshop will be delivered in a Zoom format, and preregistration is required. Go to events@franklintwp.org to reserve your spot.

Using Virtual Resources to Plan Your Career
2021-09-21 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 Tuesday, Sept. 21, 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.
Virtual Services, with Franklin Township
Tue, Sep 21, 2021 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM (EDT)
Please join the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/477060989
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (408) 650-3123
Access Code: 477-060-989
This program is hosted by the Franklin Township Library. For questions, email events@franklintwp.org or call 732-873-8700.

Bridge to Success: Virtual Webinar Series for Job Seekers
2021-09-23 17:00 - 18:00, 2021-09-30 17:00 - 18:00, 2021-10-07 17:00 - 18:00, 2021-10-14 17:00 - 18:00, 2021-10-21 17:00 - 18:00 | 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 these past months have been challenging. The stress-management techniques shared in this series will help participants survive and thrive during the job-search process, and in life.
The virtual series will run every Thursday from 5 to 6 p.m. beginning September 23, 2021, and ending November 18, 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: Creating a Dynamic Job Portfolio
2021-09-27 10:00 - 12:00 | 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 Monday, Sept. 27, webinar, beginning at 10 a.m., is hosted by the Somerset County Library System of New Jersey 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, go to https://sclsnj.org/; click on Programs & Events, and then click on Adults and go to Sept. 27th on the calendar.

NJMEP Certified Production Technician Training Opportunity
2021-09-28 10:00 - 11:00, 2021-09-29 13:00 - 14:00 | GoToMeeting
An online program to train to become a Certified Production Technician is available from NJMEP. This program, for the unemployed and underemployed, includes placement opportunities.
Learn more during GoToMeetings that can be attended at either 10 a.m. Tuesday, September 28, or 1 p.m. Wednesday, September 29.
Details are in this flyer.
To join the meeting on either day, go https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/179015357. Dial in on (872) 240-3412; access code is 179-015-357..

Center for Greater Expectations Opportunities Info Session
2021-10-05 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. Tuesday, Oct. 5, for the Center for Greater Expectations in the Somerset section of Franklin. The company is looking to fill the following positions: Residential Associates for Adults and Adolescents, various shifts, and Childcare Providers.
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/3hy8qNy.

Navigating the ADA, Drug Use and Treatment
2021-10-06 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual Event
The Middlesex County Office of Aging and Disabled Services is presenting a virtual Disability Discussion from 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 6.
Navigating the ADA, Drug Use and Treatment will be presented by The Northeast ADA Center, Yang Tan Institute, LR School, Cornell University.
To register for this virtual event, call 732-745-4013 or email Brittany.rivera@co.middlesex.nj.us. Registrants will receive a Microsoft Teams invitation via email.

Using Virtual Resources to Plan Your Career
2021-10-08 10:30 - 11:30 | Virtual Event
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 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 8. 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.
This program is hosted by the Somerset County Library System of New Jersey. To register, go to https://sclsnj.libnet.info/event/5099179.
For questions, email info@thegrwdb.org or call 908-203-6044.

GRWDB Disabilities Employment Celebration
2021-10-12 16:00 - 19:00 | Raritan Valley Community College Workforce Training Center, 118 Lamington Road, Branchburg, NJ, 08876, United States
The GRWDB Disabilities Employment Celebration is set for Oct. 12 at Raritan Valley Community College in Branchburg.
The free event, running from 4 to 7 p.m., will feature a presentations for employers, “Helping Small Businesses Leverage the Talents of People with Disabilities,” given by team members from the Northeast Center for the ADS.
Employers with open positions also will be on hand for a Job Fair, to connect with job seekers about the businesses’ different opportunities. Agencies offering career-related services to this population will offer material and be in attendance to speak with attendees.
Employers with immediate job openings to be in attendance include Amazon, Goodwill NYNJ, Matheny, NJ Cannabis Certified, and Peapack-Gladstone Bank. In addition, Remetronix and Wegmans will participate virtually. Local agencies scheduled to be in attendance include Alternatives, The Arc of Somerset, Autism & Disability Employment National SME, the NJ Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, GoHunterdon, the Hunterdon Link, Progressive Center for Independent Living, Ridewise, the Somerset County Office on Aging & Disability Services, and the StarThrower Group.
In accordance with CDC recommendations, attendees must wear face coverings while on site and maintain six feet of social distancing. Capacity room limits will be maintained.
Community members who cannot attend the event in person will be able to listen to the presentations remotely; attendees also will be able to meet employers virtually as needed. Virtual attendance details will be available on the www.thegrwdb.org home page on Oct. 8.
Community members may attend all or any part of the event, and local employers are invited to listen to the first hour’s presentations. No registration is needed. Employers interested in being at the event to share job openings may register by contacting GRWWD Director Paul Grzella at grzella@co.somerset.nj.us or at 908-541-5790. Registrants can be accommodated through Oct. 8. Employers and service agencies also are invited to provide the GRWDB with information that will be shared with attendees.
The event is presented by the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board Disabilities Committee and Raritan Valley Community College.
