Greater Raritan

GRWDB Executive Committee Meeting
2019-11-06 15:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | TBD
The GRWDB’s fourth Executive Committee meeting of the year is scheduled on*Wednesday, November 6, 2019 at 3:00 PM* via conference call and GoToMeeting as we will be updating the Committee on advancements of the reconstituted GRWDB special committees as well as other workforce development and delivery operations and opportunities, including a new proposal from MetrixLearning.
Click here to view the agenda.
Join the GoToMeeting online at https://www.gotomeet.me/GRWDB/ promptly at 3:00 pm.
Please find the dial-in information below:
Conference Call Line: (605) 313-4118
Access Code: [REDACTED]

FREE Career Workshop: 5 Strategies to Defeating Unconscious Bias
2019-11-06 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Jewish Family Services of Somerset, Hunterdon and Warren County, 150-A West High St, Somerville, NJ, 08876, United States
Greater Raritan One Stop Career Center Free Career Workshop
Let’s face it, everybody has some unconscious bias. This is not in the context of talking about a preference for Mexican food or an inclination toward the color blue. The focus here is on those inflexible beliefs about whole categories of people that keep us from seeing others accurately, from making fair and appropriate decisions, and from building the kind of harmonious relationships that make our lives more successful.
Clearly, biases are bad news. On the other hand, the good news is that biases do not make us bad people. Human nature is to lump people into categories. Because of this predisposition, we are vulnerable to unconsciously believing the messages that bombard us from family, media, experience, and society as a whole. But we are not stuck with our unconscious biases; we can defeat them.
The “Defeating Unconscious Bias” workshop is designed to address the hidden biases that can affect hiring, team building and challenges the ability to create inclusivity in both professional and personal settings. A 14 minute video accompanies this training offering 5 simple, actionable, and memorable strategies to enhance workplace productivity and innovation by addressing bias. The authenticity and diversity of the scenarios utilized keeps participants attention, and the solutions suggested support change without blame.
Space is limited! To reserve your seat, please call or email: Elise Prezant (908) 725-7799 Ext. 106, eprezant@jewishfamilysvc.org

How To Start Your Own Business
2019-11-07 19:00 - 20:30 UTC
SCLSNJ’s North Plainfield Memorial Library branch, located at 6 Rockview Ave., in North Plainfield
Learn what it takes to succeed in starting your own business and in sustaining a successful business long-term with Central Jersey SCORE. Registration required: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/1756679.

FREE Career Workshop: Business Etiquette for Job Seekers
2019-11-20 13:30 - 15:30 (America/New_York) | SCLSNJ’s Manville Library Branch, 100 S 10th Ave, Manville, NJ, 08835, United States
Greater Raritan One Stop Career Center Free Career Workshop
REGISTER AT 908.458.8425, OR SCLSNJ.ORG
Click here for the event flyer!

FREE Career Workshop: Don't Panic -- A Recipe for Success in Times of Stress
2019-11-25 09:30 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | NJDOL Employment Services, 75 Veterans Memorial Drive, Somerville, NJ, 08876, United States
Do you ever feel like you’re having a panic attack? Are you stressed in your current unemployment situation and feeling out of control?
There are many ways to physically and mentally reduce the negative effects of stress. Experts in the fields of consulting, education, public safety and government will offer you their insights in Don’t Panic: A Recipe for Success in Times of Stress. The free workshop will be offered at Employment Services at 75 Veterans Drive in Somerville.
Seating is limited for Don’t Panic: A Recipe for Success in Times of Stress. Reserve your seat today by calling Rick Peterson at (908)-704-3000.

TRAINING PROGRAM: GAF Roofing Academy
2019-12-02 12:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | GAF Roofing Academy, 1 Campus Drive, Parsippany, NJ, 07054, United States
The GAF Roofing Academy focuses on teaching the basics of steep slope roofing and solar integration. The graduate of the class will have the knowledge and skills to enter into the roofing / solar industry.
Classes meet Dec. 2, 3-6, and 9-13 at 1 Campus Drive in Parsippany. Light breakfast and lunch will be provided on each class day. Contact Wesley Jobes at 209-418-9579; register at https://cvent.me/ebO4Q0.

Grow with Google -- New Jersey
2019-12-04 09:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Long Branch Free Public Library, 328 Broadway, Long Branch, NJ, 07740, United States
Business owners and job seekers: Join Google for free workshops aimed at helping participants grow skills, careers and enterprises.
RSVP to g.co/GrowNewJersey or go to https://events/withgoogle.com/join-google-in-new-jersey/

FREE Career Workshop: The Multi-Generational Workplace
2019-12-09 09:30 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | NJDOL Employment Services, 75 Veterans Memorial Drive, Somerville, NJ, 08876, United States
There are currently five generations in the workforce, and employers faced with mass retirements of Baby Boomers are looking for ways to prepare for the changes that will result. This course examines the history and reality of the generation gap.
This free course explores whether defining the actual limits of each generation is most important, or whether the merits of people within the context of employment is the bigger issue. Understanding others helps us to understand ourselves and to manage the people that we work with. Jan Goodman, community outreach specialist for Greater-Raritan One-Stop Career Services, will explore problems, solutions, and strategies to help overcome issues of the generation gap.
Seats are limited for The Multi-Generational Workplace; therefore pre-registration is required. Call 908-704-3000 to register

Recruitment Event: CARS Recon Inc.
2019-12-10 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Somerville One-Stop Career Center, 75 Veterans Memorial Drive East, Somerville, NJ, 08876, United States
CARS Recon Inc. is hiring for auto detailers. A recruitment event will be conducted at the Somerville One Stop Career Center on Dec. 10. RSVP to amanda.modale@dol.nj.gov to reserve a seat.

Recruitment Event: Kensington Bus Company
2019-12-12 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Somerville One-Stop Career Center, 75 Veterans Memorial Drive East, Somerville, NJ, 08876, United States
Kensington Bus Company is hiring for CDL School Bus Training, Road Ready School Bus Driver, and Bus Aide. A recruitment event will be conducted at the Somerville One Stop Career Center on Dec. 12. RSVP to mailto:Jessica.Johannesen@dol.nj.gov.

Recruitment Event: Harbor Freight
2019-12-18 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Hunterdon One Stop, Building #2, 6 Gauntt Place, Flemington, NJ, 08822, United States
The new Harbor Freight location in Flemington is hiring for various positions. A recruitment event will be conducted at the Hunterdon One Stop, Building #2, on Dec. 18. RSVP to Jessica.Johannesen@dol.nj.gov.

FREE Career Workshop: Creating a Dynamic Job Portfolio
2019-12-18 13:30 - 15:30 (America/New_York) | SCLSNJ’s Manville Library Branch, 100 S 10th Ave, Manville, NJ, 08835, United States
The job market continues to changes, as does the way we look for work. The workshop, Creating a Dynamic Job Portfolio, examines 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.
This free workshop at the Manville Public Library is presented by Jan Goodman, community outreach specialist / career coach, for Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center Training Services.
Seating is limited and registration is required. Call Jennifer Sulligan at 908-458-8425 or visit https://www.sclibnj.org.

GRWDB Executive Committee Meeting - Meeting Cancelled
2019-12-19 15:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | TBD
The GRWDB Executive Committee Meeting scheduled for Thursday, December 19, 2019, has been cancelled. Message Paul Grzella at grzella@co.somerset.nj.us for more details or any questions!

Recruitment Event: Integra
2019-12-30 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Somerville One-Stop Career Center, 75 Veterans Memorial Drive East, Somerville, NJ, 08876, United States
Integra, a medical technology company, will be at the Somerville at One Stop on Dec. 30 for a recruitment event for a customer service representative. RSVP to Jessica.Johannesen@dol.nj.gov.

Recruitment Event: Kwenyan and Associates
2019-12-31 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Hunterdon One Stop, Building #2, 6 Gauntt Place, Flemington, NJ, 08822, United States
Kwenyan and Associates in Flemington is hiring for an Outpatient Mental Health Therapist, a Counselor’s Aide and a Van Driver Van Aide. A recruitment event will be conducted at the Hunterdon One Stop Career Center on Dec. 31. (Note: this event was originally scheduled for Dec. 17 but postponed due to weather.) RSVP to Jessica.Johannesen@dol.nj.gov.

2020 Perfect Vision: An Employer Resource and Information Event
2020-01-03 09:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Raritan Valley Community College Workforce Training Center Computer Room 205, 118 Lamington Rd, Branchburg, NJ, 08876, United States
“2020 Perfect Vision” is a first-ever event for Somerset County-based employers featuring different speakers focusing on job-related resources any business owner can use. Speakers have been invited from the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board, Wage & Hour, the Business Action Center, OSHA, Apprenticeships, WOTC, Federal Bonding, and programs for Veterans, Vocational Rehabilitation, and On-the-Job training.
Attendees can come for one presentation or multiple — whatever fits their schedules.
Sign up to receive additional information by sending an email to: Amanda.modale@dol.nj.gov

RVCC Information Session on Beauty Professions programs
2020-01-07 17:00 - 18:30 (America/New_York) | Raritan Valley Community College Workforce Training Center, 118 Lamington Road, Branchburg, NJ, 08876, United States
Raritan Valley Community College will offer an Information Session for its Beauty Professions programs on Tuesday, Jan. 7, from 5 to 6:30 p.m., in the Branchburg campus’ Workforce Training Center. During the Beauty Professions Information Session, participants will learn about RVCC’s programs in Cosmetology and Esthetics (Skin Care) as they view and participate in hands-on hair demonstrations; meet the programs’ director; take part in a question-and-answer segment; and apply for either program. RVCC’s Cosmetology and Esthetics programs include opportunities for job shadowing and salon practicum. and offer proactive job placement for graduates.
The college’s next daytime Cosmetology program will be conducted Jan. 27, 2020, to Nov. 25, 2020. Classes are held Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. RVCC’s next daytime Esthetics program is scheduled for Feb. 24, 2020, to Aug. 25, 2020.
Classes are held Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. For information about the Cosmetology or Esthetics programs, contact Marcia Bird at 908-526-1200, ext. 8618, or marcia.bird@raritanval.edu. For additional information about the programs, visit www.raritanval.edu/cosmetology or www.raritanval.edu/esthetics.

RVCC Information Session on Opportunity Grant Program
2020-01-07 18:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Raritan Valley Community College Event Center, 118 Lamington Road, Branchburg, NJ, 08876, United States
A special Information Session focusing on Raritan Valley Community College’s participation in the New Jersey Community College Opportunity Grant (CCOG) Program will be held Tuesday, Jan. 7, from 6:30-7:30 p.m., in the Branchburg’s campus Event Center (Room 102). The CCOG program offers free tuition for those who qualify.
This is in addition to general information sessions and tours being offered at the college on Thursday, Jan. 23, from 4-5 p.m., and Friday, Jan. 31, from 10-11 a.m.
To register for an Information Session, visit www.raritanval.edu/visit and click on January. For additional information, contact the Admissions Department at 908-526-1200, ext. 7009 or admissions@raritanval.edu.

Recruitment Events: Alternatives Inc.
2020-01-08 10:00 - 16:00, 2020-01-15 10:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Alternatives Inc., 600 First Ave., Raritan, NJ, United States
Alternatives Inc., based in Raritan Borough, provides a variety of support services to adults with developmental disabilities and mental illnesses throughout Central Jersey.
The organization is doing immediate interviews for direct support professionals during Walk In Wednesdays on Jan. 8, 15, 22 and 29. Visit www.alternativesinc.org, or call 908-685-1444.

Informational Event: How to Apply to State and Local Jobs
2020-01-10 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Somerville One-Stop Career Center, 75 Veterans Memorial Drive East, Somerville, NJ, 08876, United States
On Friday, Jan. 10, two free presentations, from the New Jersey Civil Service Commission, will show residents in Somerset and Hunterdon counties how they can apply for state and local jobs.
The first event will be conducted at the Somerset County One-Stop from 10 to 11 a.m. Friday, Jan. 10. The second one will be conducted at the Hunterdon County One-Stop from 1 to 2 p.m. Jan. 10
For more information, visit https://www.state.nj.us/csc/.

Recruitment Event: Harbor Freight Flemington
2020-01-10 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Hunterdon One Stop, Building #2, 6 Gauntt Place, Flemington, NJ, 08822, United States
The new Harbor Freight location in Flemington still has open positions it is trying to fill prior to its opening later this month. A recruitment event for those positions has been scheduled for Friday, Jan. 10, at the Hunterdon One-Stop location. For more information, visit HarborFreightJobs.com.

Informational Event: How to Apply to State and Local Jobs
2020-01-10 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Hunterdon One Stop, Building #2, 6 Gauntt Place, Flemington, NJ, 08822, United States

2020 Census: Hunterdon County Census Solutions Workshop
2020-01-10 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | United Way Volunteer Center, 20 Fulper Road, Flemington, NJ, 08822, United States
A Census Solutions Workshop, responding to questions about the Census, developing strategies to help get out the county, and training participants on census tools, will be conducted at the United Way Volunteer Center in Flemington on Friday, Jan. 10.
Call Bonnie Duncan at 908-782-3414 or email bonnie@uwhunterdon.org.

Recruitment Event: Valor Hospitality
2020-01-14 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Somerville One-Stop Career Center, 75 Veterans Memorial Drive East, Somerville, NJ, 08876, United States
Valor Hospitality Partners, based in the Basking Ridge section of Bernards, is hosting a recruitment event at the Somerville One Stop Career Center on Tuesday, Jan. 14. A number of positions are available for the growing hotel business, including line cook, housekeepers, hotel maintenance workers/engineer, bartenders, dishwashers and restaurant services
This free event will begin at 10 a.m. Email Amanda.modale@dol.nj.gov.

FREE PROGRAM: 2020 Census Training for Information Providers
2020-01-14 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Bridgewater Somerset County Library, 1 Vogt Drive, Bridgewater, NJ, 08876, United States
If you work at a Somerset County agency or service provider which will help encourage residents to fill out the 2020 Census, this free program will help you communicate the importance of completing the census to those you work with and serve. The free program will run from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Somerset County Library.
Registration is due by Jan. 10 at Planning_Br@co.somerset.nj.us or at 908-231-7021.

FREE Training: Overview of Services Offered by NJ Reentry Corp.
2020-01-15 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Somerset County Human Services Building, 27 Warren Street, 1st floor conference room, Somerville, NJ, 08876, United States
New Jersey Reentry Corp. provides a range of services to those who have been court involved. The New Brunswick-based office serves Middlesex County, as well as residents of Somerset County.
During this Jan. 15 workshop training, Tasha Hogan, facility director for the New Brunswick NJ Reentry Corp. location, will review the opportunities the program offers. Service-providers in the county will learn how they can link their customers to those services. The goal of NJRC is to remove barriers for those who have a background face when trying to reintegrate back into society.
Space is limited for this free information session, and all welcome. If you would like to attend, please email grzella@co.somerset.nj.us.

Helping the Court-Involved: New Jersey Reentry Corp. Services for Somerset County residents
2020-01-15 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Somerset County Human Services Building, 27 Warren Street, 1st floor conference room, Somerville, NJ, 08876, United States
New Jersey Reentry Corp. provides a range of services to those who have been court involved. The New Brunswick-based office serves Middlesex County, as well as residents of Somerset County.
Tasha Hogan, facility director for the New Brunswick NJ Reentry Corp. location, will review the opportunities the program offers during this program on Jan. 15. She will review how service-providers in the county can link their customers to those services. The goal of NJRC is to remove barriers for those who have a background face when trying to reintegrate back into society.
Space is limited for this free information session, and all welcome. To attend, please email grzella@co.somerset.nj.us.

GRWDB Board Meeting
2020-01-16 15:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
The GRWDB Board Meeting is scheduled for Thursday, Jan. 16, 2020 at 3 PM.
The meeting will be conducted in Hunterdon County, with the location to be announced shortly.
These meetings are open to the public and all are welcomed to attend.

Newcomers, please RSVP to Paul Grzella at grzella@co.somerset.nj.us to ensure ample seating!

Recruitment Event: Kwenyan and Associates
2020-01-17 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Hunterdon One Stop, Building #2, 6 Gauntt Place, Flemington, NJ, 08822, United States
Kwenyan and Associates in Flemington is hiring for an Outpatient Mental Health Therapist, a Counselor’s Aide, a Van Driver Van Aide, and an Administrative Assistant / Receptionist. A recruitment event will be conducted at the Hunterdon One-Stop Career Center in Flemington on Jan. 17. RSVP to Jessica.Johannesen@dol.nj.gov.
