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SUMMARY:Middlesex County Law Enforcement Recruitment Fair
DESCRIPTION:Middlesex County is hosting a Law Enforcement Recruitment Fair from 2 to 6 p.m. Tuesday\, May 23\, at Middlesex College\, West Hall\, 2600 Woodbridge Ave.\, Edison. \nThe Middlesex County Prosecutor’s Office\, Middlesex College Police Department\, and the Middlesex County Association of Chiefs of Police are collaborating on this free event with the municipal department in the county\, and all are invited. Attendees are encouraged to bring copies of their resume; parking is available in college Lots 1 and 2. \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/middlesex-county-law-enforcement-recruitment-fair/
LOCATION:Middlesex College\, 2600 Woodbridge Ave.\, Edison\, NJ\, 08818\, United States
CATEGORIES:Recruitment Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230523T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230523T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042703
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230504T185759Z
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SUMMARY:Royal Community Support Hosts Open Interviews for Healthcare Positions
DESCRIPTION:The Somerville-based Royal Community Support is conducting Open Interviews from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday\, May 23\, at Royal Community offices\, 70 E. Main St.\, Somerville. \nThis community- and individual based support agency is looking to hire Direct Support Professionals to work with individuals with disabilities. \nMultiple part- and full-time positions are available\, with pay ranging from $20 to $25 an hour. For a list of open positions\, scan the QR code in this flyer. \nFor more information. contact Mike Reisser miker@royalcsnj.com or call 732-503-1599. \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/royal-community-support-hosts-open-interviews-for-healthcare-positions/
LOCATION:Royal Community Support\, 70 E. Main St\,\, Somerville\, NJ\, 08876\, United States
CATEGORIES:Recruitment Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230524T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230524T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042703
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SUMMARY:Norwescap Essential Computer Skills training series - Virtual Interviews
DESCRIPTION:NORWESCAP CLTC will offer Essential Computer Skills on Tuesdays and Thursdays in May from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at its Flemington and Phillipsburg locations\, as noted below. This series is designed to help participants build a strong foundation for the Job Readiness Computer Skills series which follows. The Essential series teaches participants to manage the Internet\, take control of email\, master schedules and never lose files again. The sessions are: \nIn Flemington: May 2: Master Your Schedule – Learn how to take advantage of the many features in your email Calendar. Never miss an appointment again! \nIn Phillipsburg: May 4 – Essential Computer Knowledge – Build a foundation of computer terms and understand how Windows the operating system works. \nIn Phillipsburg: May 9 – Never Lose Your Files Again – You will learn how to organize and find files\, save them where they belong\, copy and move files and much more. \nIn Phillipsburg: May 11 – Manage Your Internet – Learn tips and tricks for finding and saving favorite websites and pages. \nIn Phillipsburg: May 16 – Take Charge of Your Email – You will learn the importance of creating a professional email account\, organizing and controlling incoming emails\, personalized signatures and more. \nIn Phillipsburg: May 17 – Master Your Schedule – Learn how to take advantage of the many features in your email Calendar. Never miss an appointment again! \nVirtual: May 24 – Essential Communications – Virtual interviews or telemedicine require use of Zoom and other virtual communication tools. Learn how to successfully use the tools on this platform for your next interview. You will also learn the Dos and Don’t of communicating on the web. \nWith the exception of May 24\, which is a virtual event\, the classes will be conducted in-person using NORWESCAP computers and Internet. The May 2 session will be at 84 Park Ave.\, Flemington. The other May sessions will be at 88-90 Main St.\, Phillipsburg. Seating is limited so call to reserve a seat.  To sign up and qualify\, call Terry at 908-788-1453. For the more information\, go here.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/norwescap-essential-computer-skills-series-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230524T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230524T180000
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SUMMARY:Mercer Job Fair
DESCRIPTION:The County of Mercer is conducting a Job Fair from 3:30 to 6 p.m. Wednesday\, May 24\, at CURE Insurance Arean\, 81 Hamilton Ave.\, Trenton. \nMany industries will be represented\, including business\, construction\, financial\, health\, manufacturing\, retail\, warehouse and more.  Attendees should go to Gate A\, Parking Lot 2. \nFree Virtual Resume Assistance will be available from 10 to 11 a.m. on Thursday\, May 11\, and Thursday\, May 18\, with Job Fair registration. Scan the QR code in the flyer or use the registration link. To register\, go here or use the link in this flyer. \nFor more information\, call the Mercer County One-Stop Career Center at 609-989-6523.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/mercer-county-job-career-fair-2/
LOCATION:CURE Insurance Arena\, 81 Hamilton Ave.\, Trenton\, NJ\, 08628\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230525T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230525T151500
DTSTAMP:20260404T042703
CREATED:20191120T210211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230519T204231Z
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SUMMARY:GRWDB Youth Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Through policy\, oversight\, and planning\, the GRWDB ensures that workforce training and education investments are responsive to and meet the needs of employers and jobseekers. As part of this work\, the GRWDB is responsible for maintaining committees to help inform decision-making around services and priorities for targeted populations. \nOne of those is the GRWDB’s Youth Committee\, which works to coordinate and integrate local youth services with each other and the One-Stop Career Training Services Center while seeking ways to expand and develop local youth services. \nTopics of discussion include adding more youth representatives to the committee. This will be a hybrid meeting – attendees are welcome to the second-floor conference room at the Somerset County Human Services Building at 27 Warren St in Somerville or join via GoToMeeting. \nGRWDB Youth Committee\nMay 25\, 2023\, 2:30 – 3:15 PM \nPlease join the meeting from your computer\, tablet or smartphone.\nhttps://meet.goto.com/398498013 \nYou can also dial in using your phone.\nAccess Code: 398-498-013\nUnited States: +1 (872) 240-3212 \nA meeting agenda is posted here on the GRWDB website. \nNewcomers\, please RSVP to info@thegrwdb.org for details. \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/grwdb-youth-committee-meeting-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:GoToMeeting
CATEGORIES:Committee Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230530T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230530T190000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230413T142902Z
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SUMMARY:Construction Industry Career Day - for General Public
DESCRIPTION:Construction Industry Career Day will take place in two parts\, on May 30 and 31\, at the NJ Convention & Expo Center in Edison. \nThe free event is designed to introduce individuals to the benefits of a career in the construction industry. Representatives from the union construction trades\, four-year colleges and trade associations will be available to answer questions and show participants what they offer in their respective field.  In addition\, various government entities supporting workforce development will be on hand provide information on the services they provide. \nThe May 30 Tuesday Night Showcase\, running from 3 to 7 p.m.\, is open to the public and welcomes veterans\, underemployed\, unemployed\, students\, parents and those looking for a new career. \nThe May 31 High School Wednesday event\, running from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.\, is open to high school students only. \nAssistance with transportation is available\, as is professional development credits for educators. \nTo register\, go to https://www.cicdnj.org. \nThose requiring paper registrations forms may email jschiff@accnj.org. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/construction-industry-career-day/
LOCATION:New Jersey Convention and Exposition Center\, 97 Sunfield Ave.\, Edison\, NJ\, 08837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Career Fair
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230531T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230531T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042703
CREATED:20230413T142745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230413T142951Z
UID:9025-1685520000-1685538000@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Construction Industry Career Day - for High School Students
DESCRIPTION:Construction Industry Career Day will take place in two parts\, on May 30 and 31\, at the NJ Convention & Expo Center in Edison. \nThe free event is designed to introduce individuals to the benefits of a career in the construction industry. Representatives from the union construction trades\, four-year colleges and trade associations will be available to answer questions and show participants what they offer in their respective field.  In addition\, various government entities supporting workforce development will be on hand provide information on the services they provide. \nThe May 30 Tuesday Night Showcase\, running from 3 to 7 p.m.\, is open to the public and welcomes veterans\, underemployed\, unemployed\, students\, parents and those looking for a new career. \nThe May 31 High School Wednesday event\, running from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.\, is open to high school students only. \nAssistance with transportation is available\, as is professional development credits for educators. \nTo register\, go to https://www.cicdnj.org. \nThose requiring paper registrations forms may email jschiff@accnj.org. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/construction-industry-career-day-2/
LOCATION:New Jersey Convention and Exposition Center\, 97 Sunfield Ave.\, Edison\, NJ\, 08837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Career Fair
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230601T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230601T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042703
CREATED:20221031T211414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230524T225358Z
UID:9325-1685609100-1685624400@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Job Readiness Computer Skills at Norwescap in Flemington
DESCRIPTION:Job Readiness Computer Skills will be offered in person in June at Norwescap CLTC offices in Flemington.  \nThe programs will run from 8:45 a.m. – 1 p.m. and will be conducted on Thursdays and Tuesdays\, from June 1 to June 29. This series is designed to prepare participants to return to the workforce with up-to-date computer skills. The Job Readiness series teaches participants to create professional documents\, easy budgets and charts\, get points across in a presentation\, and learn secrets of a successful job search.  These classes will be held in-person using our computers and Internet at the Norwescap locations at 84 Park Ave. in Flemington\, \nSessions 1 and 2 – Using Office365 Word to create professional documents: June 1 and June 6. \nSessions 3-5 – Using Office 365 Excel to create easy budgets and charts: June 8\, June 13 and June 15. \nSessions 6&7 – Using Office 365 PowerPoint to get points across in a presentation: June 20 and June 22. \nSession 8 – In Secrets of a Successful Job Search\, participants will learn tips & tricks and resources to help you with their job search: June 27. \nIn addition\, on June 29 the Career & Life Club will present Why LinkedIn? Please note that this session is virtual.   \nTo register for any of these sessions\, call 908-788-1435.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/job-readiness-computer-skills-at-norwescap-in-north-plainfield-and-flemington-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:NORWESCAP Flemington\, 84 Park Ave.\, Suite E-104\, Flemington\, NJ\, 08822\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230601T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230601T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042703
CREATED:20200513T173950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230217T204301Z
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SUMMARY:Career webinar: Creating a Dynamic Job Portfolio
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe Thursday\, June 1\, webinar\, beginning at 10 a.m.\, is presented in collaboration with the Somerset County Library System of NJ\, in partnership by Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center Training Services. The presenter is Jan Goodman\, community outreach specialist/career coach for Career Center Training Services. \nThe workshop will be presented on the Zoom platform\, and pre-registration is required. To register\, go to https://bit.ly/3E98TB7.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/career-webinar-creating-a-dynamic-job-portfolio-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230601T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230601T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042703
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230425T144507Z
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SUMMARY:Essex County Job Fair
DESCRIPTION:More than 100 employers are expected to take part in the Essex County Job Fair\, running from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday\, June 1\, in the Essex County College Gymnasium\, 303 University Ave.\, Newark. \nJob seekers can pre-register for the event at the Essex County One-Stop Career Center\, 50 S. Clinton St.\, 3rd Floor\, East Orange or online at www.essexcountynj.org. Pre-registration is preferred but on-site registration will be available. Job seekers should bring copies of their resumes to the event. \nFor more information\, call 973-395-5726 or 973-395-8640.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/essex-county-job-fair/
LOCATION:Essex County College\, 303 University Ave.\, Newark\, NJ\, 07102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Career Fair
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230606T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230606T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042703
CREATED:20221031T211414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230524T225446Z
UID:9327-1686041100-1686056400@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Job Readiness Computer Skills at Norwescap in Flemington
DESCRIPTION:Job Readiness Computer Skills will be offered in person in June at Norwescap CLTC offices in Flemington.  \nThe programs will run from 8:45 a.m. – 1 p.m. and will be conducted on Thursdays and Tuesdays\, from June 1 to June 29. This series is designed to prepare participants to return to the workforce with up-to-date computer skills. The Job Readiness series teaches participants to create professional documents\, easy budgets and charts\, get points across in a presentation\, and learn secrets of a successful job search.  These classes will be held in-person using our computers and Internet at the Norwescap locations at 84 Park Ave. in Flemington\, \nSessions 1 and 2 – Using Office365 Word to create professional documents: June 1 and June 6. \nSessions 3-5 – Using Office 365 Excel to create easy budgets and charts: June 8\, June 13 and June 15. \nSessions 6&7 – Using Office 365 PowerPoint to get points across in a presentation: June 20 and June 22. \nSession 8 – In Secrets of a Successful Job Search\, participants will learn tips & tricks and resources to help you with their job search: June 27. \nIn addition\, on June 29 the Career & Life Club will present Why LinkedIn? Please note that this session is virtual.   \nTo register for any of these sessions\, call 908-788-1435.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/job-readiness-computer-skills-at-norwescap-in-north-plainfield-and-flemington-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:NORWESCAP Flemington\, 84 Park Ave.\, Suite E-104\, Flemington\, NJ\, 08822\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230606T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230606T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042703
CREATED:20200825T211804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230505T225356Z
UID:9184-1686045600-1686049200@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Bridge to Success: Virtual Webinar Series for Job Seekers
DESCRIPTION:Are you feeling stressed in your job search? \nThe Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board and EmPoWER Somerset are offering in June and July a free eight-week virtual program for community members entitled “Bridge to Success.” These are challenging times. The stress-management techniques shared in this series will help participants survive and thrive during the job-search process\, and in life. \nThe virtual series will run every Tuesday from 10 to 11 a.m. beginning June 6\, 2023\, and ending July 25\, 2023. \nParticipation is limited to 12 people\, and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Everyone who attends and completes seven of the eight sessions will receive a $50 Amazon gift card. \nTo register\, user the QR code on this flyer\, or click here. For questions\, email Paul Grzella at grzella@co.somerset.nj.us.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/bridge-to-success-virtual-webinar-series-for-job-seekers-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230606T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230606T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042703
CREATED:20230526T162005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230526T162024Z
UID:9347-1686052800-1686060000@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Our House Job Fair
DESCRIPTION:Our House is conducting an in-person Job Fair from 12 to 2 p.m. Tuesday\, June 6\, at its offices at 82 Floral Ave.\, Murray Hill. \nDuring the event\, on-site interviews will be conducted for Direct Support Professionals to work in Our House residential group homes located  in the Basking Ridge section of Bernards\, Berkeley Heights\, Bound Brook\, New Providence\, Summit and West Orange. \nFor more information\, refer to this flyer. To RSVP for this event\, email hrdepartment@ourhousenj.org.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/our-house-job-fair/
LOCATION:Our House\, 82 Floral Ave.\, Murray Hill\, NJ\, 07974\, United States
CATEGORIES:Recruitment Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230607T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230607T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042703
CREATED:20200403T190400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221230T194912Z
UID:8257-1686150000-1686153600@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:SkillUp Greater Raritan - Learn a New Skill\, for Free!
DESCRIPTION:Skillup Greater Raritan\, presented by Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board\, provides residents of Hunterdon and Somerset\ncounties unlimited\, six-month access to 6\,000-plus online learning courses. Register to: \n• Explore more than 200 career paths\n• Build your skills and knowledge\n• Earn digital certificates and badges through cohort training\, including the Greater Raritan Entry-Level Job-Readiness Badge and the Greater Raritan New Manager Badge\n• Study for industry certifications to boost your resume. \nDuring this GoToMeeting webinar\, participants will learn how to register for SkillUp\, explore career pathways\, browse the course catalog\, earn digital certificates\, and start the classes\, all for free. Other free\, career-related resources also will be shared. \nNo registration is necessary. \nSkillUp Greater Raritan 2023 \nPlease join the meeting from your computer\, tablet or smartphone.\nhttps://meet.goto.com/182669445 \nYou can also dial in using your phone.\nAccess Code: 182-669-445\nUnited States: +1 (224) 501-3412 \nSessions are planned at 3 p.m. on the first Wednesday of every month in 2022. For more information\, contact grzella@co.somerset.nj.us or call 908-541-5785.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/skillup-greater-raritan-introduction-via-gotomeeting-4-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:GoToMeeting
CATEGORIES:Training,Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230608T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230608T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042703
CREATED:20221031T211414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230524T225524Z
UID:9329-1686213900-1686229200@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Job Readiness Computer Skills at Norwescap in Flemington
DESCRIPTION:Job Readiness Computer Skills will be offered in person in June at Norwescap CLTC offices in Flemington.  \nThe programs will run from 8:45 a.m. – 1 p.m. and will be conducted on Thursdays and Tuesdays\, from June 1 to June 29. This series is designed to prepare participants to return to the workforce with up-to-date computer skills. The Job Readiness series teaches participants to create professional documents\, easy budgets and charts\, get points across in a presentation\, and learn secrets of a successful job search.  These classes will be held in-person using our computers and Internet at the Norwescap locations at 84 Park Ave. in Flemington\, \nSessions 1 and 2 – Using Office365 Word to create professional documents: June 1 and June 6. \nSessions 3-5 – Using Office 365 Excel to create easy budgets and charts: June 8\, June 13 and June 15. \nSessions 6&7 – Using Office 365 PowerPoint to get points across in a presentation: June 20 and June 22. \nSession 8 – In Secrets of a Successful Job Search\, participants will learn tips & tricks and resources to help you with their job search: June 27. \nIn addition\, on June 29 the Career & Life Club will present Why LinkedIn? Please note that this session is virtual.   \nTo register for any of these sessions\, call 908-788-1435.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/job-readiness-computer-skills-at-norwescap-in-north-plainfield-and-flemington-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:NORWESCAP Flemington\, 84 Park Ave.\, Suite E-104\, Flemington\, NJ\, 08822\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230609T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230609T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042703
CREATED:20200513T173950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230421T210259Z
UID:9081-1686304800-1686312000@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Career webinar: Creating a Dynamic Job Portfolio
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe Friday\, June 9\, virtual workshop\, beginning at 10 a.m.\, is presented in collaboration with the Professional Service Group (PSG) of Mercer County\, in partnership by Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center Training Services. The presenter is Jan Goodman\, community outreach specialist/career coach for Career Center Training Services. \nTo participate in the virtual workshop\, go to PSG’s website\, www.psgofmercercounty.org and click on the event calendar tag. Go to the designated month and date. Click on the GoTo Meeting link on the date. \nParticipants may also attend the meeting live at the Princeton Public Library: 65 Witherspoon Place\, Princeton.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/career-webinar-creating-a-dynamic-job-portfolio-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230609T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230609T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042703
CREATED:20230523T230453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230523T230544Z
UID:9309-1686310200-1686313800@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Financial Friday Free Virtual Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Middlesex County Office of Workforce and Career Development will present the first in a series of Financial Friday workshops on Friday\, June 9\, at 11:30 a.m. Yolanda Swiney\, Vice President/Community Development Officer with Community Development Banking at PNC will be presenting Credit Scores and Reporting. \nCredit score determine a lot more than the loans you can get and the interest rates you pay. Insurers use credit scores to set premiums for auto and homeowners’ coverage. Landlords use them to decide who gets to rent their apartments. Credit scores determine who gets the best cell phone plans and who must make bigger deposits to get utilities. \nDuring this webinar\, participants will explore the importance of credit scores and reports and learn how to access information about your credit score and report. Strategies on how to build and improve your credit and protect yourself from incorrect claims and fraud also will be discussed. \nGo here to register or use the QR code in this flyer. \nFor information about this and other upcoming events\, along with other jobseeker or employer services\, call the Middlesex County Office of Career Opportunity today at 732-745-3955 (general) or 732-293-1341 (youth 16-24). \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/financial-friday-free-virtual-workshop/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Community Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230613T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230613T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042703
CREATED:20221031T211414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230524T225600Z
UID:9331-1686645900-1686661200@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Job Readiness Computer Skills at Norwescap in Flemington
DESCRIPTION:Job Readiness Computer Skills will be offered in person in June at Norwescap CLTC offices in Flemington.  \nThe programs will run from 8:45 a.m. – 1 p.m. and will be conducted on Thursdays and Tuesdays\, from June 1 to June 29. This series is designed to prepare participants to return to the workforce with up-to-date computer skills. The Job Readiness series teaches participants to create professional documents\, easy budgets and charts\, get points across in a presentation\, and learn secrets of a successful job search.  These classes will be held in-person using our computers and Internet at the Norwescap locations at 84 Park Ave. in Flemington\, \nSessions 1 and 2 – Using Office365 Word to create professional documents: June 1 and June 6. \nSessions 3-5 – Using Office 365 Excel to create easy budgets and charts: June 8\, June 13 and June 15. \nSessions 6&7 – Using Office 365 PowerPoint to get points across in a presentation: June 20 and June 22. \nSession 8 – In Secrets of a Successful Job Search\, participants will learn tips & tricks and resources to help you with their job search: June 27. \nIn addition\, on June 29 the Career & Life Club will present Why LinkedIn? Please note that this session is virtual.   \nTo register for any of these sessions\, call 908-788-1435.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/job-readiness-computer-skills-at-norwescap-in-north-plainfield-and-flemington-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:NORWESCAP Flemington\, 84 Park Ave.\, Suite E-104\, Flemington\, NJ\, 08822\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230613T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230613T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042703
CREATED:20200825T211804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230505T225329Z
UID:9186-1686650400-1686654000@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Bridge to Success: Virtual Webinar Series for Job Seekers
DESCRIPTION:Are you feeling stressed in your job search? \nThe Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board and EmPoWER Somerset are offering in July and July a free eight-week virtual program for community members entitled “Bridge to Success.” These are challenging times. The stress-management techniques shared in this series will help participants survive and thrive during the job-search process\, and in life. \nThe virtual series will run every Tuesday from 10 to 11 a.m. beginning June 6\, 2023\, and ending July 25\, 2023. \nParticipation is limited to 12 people\, and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Everyone who attends and completes seven of the eight sessions will receive a $50 Amazon gift card. \nTo register\, user the QR code on this flyer\, or click here. For questions\, email Paul Grzella at grzella@co.somerset.nj.us.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/bridge-to-success-virtual-webinar-series-for-job-seekers-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230613T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230613T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042703
CREATED:20230221T154346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230221T155210Z
UID:8650-1686664800-1686668400@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Career webinar: Study for Success with SkillUp Greater Raritan
DESCRIPTION:New programs are being added constantly to SkillUp Greater Raritan\, the free online learning portal available to residents in Hunterdon and Somerset Counties courtesy of the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board. \nLearn more during a career webinar being conducted from 2 to 3 p.m. Tuesday\, June 13. \nThe event is sponsored in collaboration with the Somerset County Library System of New Jersey. \nTo register\, go to the SCLSNJ website.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/career-webinar-study-for-success-with-skillup-greater-raritan/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230614T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230614T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042703
CREATED:20230517T205335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230517T205407Z
UID:9265-1686733200-1686747600@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:New Jersey Statewide Job Fair
DESCRIPTION:Government agencies\, colleges and universities will be represented at the New Jersey Statewide Job Fair\, being conducted from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday\, June 14\, at Mercer Community College\, 1200 Old Trenton Road\, in West Windsor. \nAmong the state agencies and educational institutions slated to be at the event are: Casino Control Commission\, Civil Service Commission\, Commission of the Blind/Visually Impaired\, Department of Agriculture\, Department of Children and Families\, Department of Community Affairs\, Department of Corrections\, Department of Education\, Department of Environmental Protection\, Department of Health\, Department of Law and Public Safety\, Department of Military and Veterans Affairs\, Department of State\, Department of Transportation\, Department of the Treasury\, Motor Vehicle Commission\, New Jersey State Parole Board\, Office of  Homeland Security and Preparedness\, Office of the Public Defender\,  State of New Jersey Judiciary\, and Stockton University. More organizations are being added. \nTo register for the event\, go to https://forms.office.com/g/K6LnBn0Yib. \nThe Job Fair is sponsored by Civil Service Commission Office of Diversity Programs. \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/new-jersey-statewide-job-fair/
LOCATION:Mercer Community College\, 1200 Old Trenton Road\, West Windsor\, 08550\, United States
CATEGORIES:Recruitment Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230614T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230614T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042703
CREATED:20230601T145312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230601T145322Z
UID:9367-1686733200-1686751200@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Building Trades Recruiting Event
DESCRIPTION:Representatives from North Jersey Building Trades groups will be looking for new employees at a Building Trades Recruiting Event being conducted from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday\, June 14\, at the County College of Morris\, Student Community Center\, 214 Center Grove Road\, Randolph. \nThere will be representatives from at least 10 of the trade unions in Northern New Jersey on site to provide information on employment opportunities. Representatives from Helmets to Hard Hats will be there as well. \nFor more information\, email Joanne Hugues at jhugues@ccm.edu.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/building-trades-recruiting-event/
LOCATION:County College of Morris\, 214 Center Grove Rooad\, Randolph\, NJ\, 07869\, United States
CATEGORIES:Recruitment Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230615T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230615T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042703
CREATED:20221031T211414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230524T225631Z
UID:9333-1686818700-1686834000@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Job Readiness Computer Skills at Norwescap in Flemington
DESCRIPTION:Job Readiness Computer Skills will be offered in person in June at Norwescap CLTC offices in Flemington.  \nThe programs will run from 8:45 a.m. – 1 p.m. and will be conducted on Thursdays and Tuesdays\, from June 1 to June 29. This series is designed to prepare participants to return to the workforce with up-to-date computer skills. The Job Readiness series teaches participants to create professional documents\, easy budgets and charts\, get points across in a presentation\, and learn secrets of a successful job search.  These classes will be held in-person using our computers and Internet at the Norwescap locations at 84 Park Ave. in Flemington\, \nSessions 1 and 2 – Using Office365 Word to create professional documents: June 1 and June 6. \nSessions 3-5 – Using Office 365 Excel to create easy budgets and charts: June 8\, June 13 and June 15. \nSessions 6&7 – Using Office 365 PowerPoint to get points across in a presentation: June 20 and June 22. \nSession 8 – In Secrets of a Successful Job Search\, participants will learn tips & tricks and resources to help you with their job search: June 27. \nIn addition\, on June 29 the Career & Life Club will present Why LinkedIn? Please note that this session is virtual.   \nTo register for any of these sessions\, call 908-788-1435.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/job-readiness-computer-skills-at-norwescap-in-north-plainfield-and-flemington-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:NORWESCAP Flemington\, 84 Park Ave.\, Suite E-104\, Flemington\, NJ\, 08822\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230615T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230615T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042703
CREATED:20230531T222506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230531T222506Z
UID:9364-1686828600-1686834000@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Equity in Infrastructure in New Jersey: Presentation by USDOL Women's Bureau
DESCRIPTION:The U.S. Department of Labor Women’s Bureau\, Northeast Region\, will present Advancing Women and People of Color in New Jersey: Equity in Infrastructure\, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday\, June 15. \nThe webinar will focus on promising practices to advance equity for women in the trades in the Garden State. Participants will learn strategies to recruit\, retain\, and improve job-site culture. \nNew Jersey contractors\, apprenticeship coordinators\, labor leaders\, community-based organizations\, and other interested workforce system partners are invited to attend. To register\, go here. \nThis webinar is presented by the Women’s Bureau in collaboration with the Office of Apprenticeship. \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/equity-in-infrastructure-in-new-jersey-presentation-by-usdol-womens-bureau/
LOCATION:Webex
CATEGORIES:Business Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230616T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230616T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042703
CREATED:20230609T164143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230609T164149Z
UID:9389-1686920400-1686927600@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Hackensack Meridian Health Employment Session
DESCRIPTION:The Greenway Family Success Center at 1005 Rahway Ave.\, Avenel\, is hosting an Employment Session for Hackensack Meridian Health from 1 to 3 p.m. Friday\, June 13. \nAttendees will have the opportunity to learn about open positions and the application process. \nTo register\, go to https://bit.ly/GFSCHMHealth. \nFor questions\, call 732-527-3400.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/hackensack-meridian-health-employment-session/
LOCATION:Greenway Family Success Center\, 1005 Rahway Ave.\, Avenel\, NJ\, 07001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Recruitment Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230620T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230620T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042703
CREATED:20221031T211414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230524T225701Z
UID:9335-1687250700-1687266000@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Job Readiness Computer Skills at Norwescap in Flemington
DESCRIPTION:Job Readiness Computer Skills will be offered in person in June at Norwescap CLTC offices in Flemington.  \nThe programs will run from 8:45 a.m. – 1 p.m. and will be conducted on Thursdays and Tuesdays\, from June 1 to June 29. This series is designed to prepare participants to return to the workforce with up-to-date computer skills. The Job Readiness series teaches participants to create professional documents\, easy budgets and charts\, get points across in a presentation\, and learn secrets of a successful job search.  These classes will be held in-person using our computers and Internet at the Norwescap locations at 84 Park Ave. in Flemington\, \nSessions 1 and 2 – Using Office365 Word to create professional documents: June 1 and June 6. \nSessions 3-5 – Using Office 365 Excel to create easy budgets and charts: June 8\, June 13 and June 15. \nSessions 6&7 – Using Office 365 PowerPoint to get points across in a presentation: June 20 and June 22. \nSession 8 – In Secrets of a Successful Job Search\, participants will learn tips & tricks and resources to help you with their job search: June 27. \nIn addition\, on June 29 the Career & Life Club will present Why LinkedIn? Please note that this session is virtual.   \nTo register for any of these sessions\, call 908-788-1435.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/job-readiness-computer-skills-at-norwescap-in-north-plainfield-and-flemington-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:NORWESCAP Flemington\, 84 Park Ave.\, Suite E-104\, Flemington\, NJ\, 08822\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230620T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230620T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042703
CREATED:20200825T211804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230505T225426Z
UID:9189-1687255200-1687258800@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Bridge to Success: Virtual Webinar Series for Job Seekers
DESCRIPTION:Are you feeling stressed in your job search? \nThe Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board and EmPoWER Somerset are offering in July and July a free eight-week virtual program for community members entitled “Bridge to Success.” These are challenging times. The stress-management techniques shared in this series will help participants survive and thrive during the job-search process\, and in life. \nThe virtual series will run every Tuesday from 10 to 11 a.m. beginning June 6\, 2023\, and ending July 25\, 2023. \nParticipation is limited to 12 people\, and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Everyone who attends and completes seven of the eight sessions will receive a $50 Amazon gift card. \nTo register\, user the QR code on this flyer\, or click here. For questions\, email Paul Grzella at grzella@co.somerset.nj.us.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/bridge-to-success-virtual-webinar-series-for-job-seekers-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230621T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230621T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042703
CREATED:20230526T165506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230526T165506Z
UID:9353-1687345200-1687348800@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Workforce Wednesday Workshop: Upskilling For Your Next Job
DESCRIPTION:If you want to shift careers or feel like you need more training to be competitive in your current field\, you may want to explore the many publicly funded career training options.  Through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act and other education grants\, many people can access training for in-demand occupations through your Local Workforce Development Board. \nLearn more by joining Paul Cecala at 11 am. Wednesday\, June 21\, via Zoom for a free Workforce Wednesday workshop\, “Upskilling for Your Next Job.” \nIn this presentation Cecala will explore what the training options are\, the funding sources\, ways to access funding\, eligibility requirements\, certification opportunities\, and much more. \nCecala is a certified Global Career Development Facilitator\, work search author\, and founder of Cecala Career Consultants. Since 1999 he has assisted more than 3\,000 job seekers ranging from C-Suite executives to college students. He specializes in creating job search project plans and is recognized for his empathetic listening skills. Cecala currently facilitates job seeker networking groups for four different organizations\, and has helmed the adult professional education programs for two colleges and a New Jersey Department of Labor One-Stop Career Center. \nTo register for this workshop\, use the QR code in this flyer or click here. This event is sponsored by the Middlesex County Office of Workforce and Career Development. For information about this and other upcoming events\, along with other jobseeker or employer services\, call 732-745-3955.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/workforce-wednesday-workshop-upskilling-for-your-next-job/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230622T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230622T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042703
CREATED:20221031T211414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230524T225745Z
UID:9337-1687423500-1687438800@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Job Readiness Computer Skills at Norwescap in Flemington
DESCRIPTION:Job Readiness Computer Skills will be offered in person in June at Norwescap CLTC offices in Flemington.  \nThe programs will run from 8:45 a.m. – 1 p.m. and will be conducted on Thursdays and Tuesdays\, from June 1 to June 29. This series is designed to prepare participants to return to the workforce with up-to-date computer skills. The Job Readiness series teaches participants to create professional documents\, easy budgets and charts\, get points across in a presentation\, and learn secrets of a successful job search.  These classes will be held in-person using our computers and Internet at the Norwescap locations at 84 Park Ave. in Flemington\, \nSessions 1 and 2 – Using Office365 Word to create professional documents: June 1 and June 6. \nSessions 3-5 – Using Office 365 Excel to create easy budgets and charts: June 8\, June 13 and June 15. \nSessions 6&7 – Using Office 365 PowerPoint to get points across in a presentation: June 20 and June 22. \nSession 8 – In Secrets of a Successful Job Search\, participants will learn tips & tricks and resources to help you with their job search: June 27. \nIn addition\, on June 29 the Career & Life Club will present Why LinkedIn? Please note that this session is virtual.   \nTo register for any of these sessions\, call 908-788-1435.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/job-readiness-computer-skills-at-norwescap-in-north-plainfield-and-flemington-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:NORWESCAP Flemington\, 84 Park Ave.\, Suite E-104\, Flemington\, NJ\, 08822\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230622T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230622T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042703
CREATED:20191202T165404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230616T221547Z
UID:9420-1687435200-1687440600@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:GRWDB Board Meeting - GoToMeeting and In-Person
DESCRIPTION:A quarterly GRWDB Board Meeting will be conducted at 12 p.m. Thursday\, March 23; attendees may join in person in the second-floor conference room at 27 Warren St.\, Somerville\, or via GoToMeeting.\n\nThe meeting will include a review RFP responses for One-Stop Operator services and Career Training Services\, a review of the draft budget for Program Year 2023\, presentations by partners and a variety of program updates. For questions\, contact GRWDB Director Paul Grzella at 908-541-5790.\n\n\n\nGRWDB Board meetingJun 22\, 2023\, 12:00 – 1:30 PM\n\nPlease join the meeting from your computer\, tablet or smartphone.\nhttps://meet.goto.com/497934805 \nYou can also dial in using your phone: \nUnited States: +1 (872) 240-3212: Access Code: 497-934-805 \nMeeting agendas can be found here on the GRWDB website. Newcomers may RSVP to Paul Grzella at grzella@co.somerset.nj.us.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/grwdb-board-meeting-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:GoToMeeting and In Person\, 27 Warren St.\, second-floor conference room\, Somerville\, NJ\, 08876\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board Meeting
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END:VCALENDAR