Greater Raritan

Customs and Border Protection Virtual Recruitment for Veterans
2024-04-03 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
The United State’s largest law enforcement agency, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, is hosting a Veterans Virtual Recruitment Event from 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday, April 3.
Veterans, military spouses, and Guard/Reserve members are encouraged to attend.
The agency has Patrol Officer positions available. During the event, job seekers will learn about the agency, the application process and work locations.
To register, use the QR code in this flyer or this link: https://forms.office.com/g/xVWUzZUBwL.

GRWDB Board Meeting - GoToMeeting and In-Person
2024-04-03 12:00 - 13:30 | GoToMeeting and In Person, 27 Warren St., second-floor conference room, Somerville, NJ, 08876, United States
A quarterly GRWDB Board Meeting will be conducted at 12 p.m. Wednesday, April 3, 2024; attendees may join in person in the second-floor conference room at 27 Warren St., Somerville, or via GoToMeeting.

The meeting will include a presentation on upcoming programs, the review of several new board policies, and a presentation by Greater Raritan’s One-Stop Operator. For questions, contact GRWDB Director Paul Grzella at 908-541-5790, or at grzella@co.somerset.nj.us..

GRWDB Board meeting
Apr 3, 2024, 12:00 – 1:30 PM

Please join the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone: https://meet.goto.com/817865189

You can also dial in using your phone: 872-240-3412; Access Code: 817-865-189

Meeting agendas can be found here on the GRWDB website. All are welcomed.

SkillUp Greater Raritan - Learn a New Skill, for Free!
2024-04-03 15:00 - 15:30 | GoToMeeting
Skillup Greater Raritan, presented by Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board, provides residents of Hunterdon and Somerset
counties unlimited, six-month access to 7,000-plus online learning courses. Register to:
• Explore more than 200 career paths
• Do a career assessment and get recommended courses to build your skills and knowledge
• Earn digital certificates and badges, including the Greater Raritan Entry-Level Job-Readiness Badge and the Greater Raritan New Manager Badge
• Study for industry certifications to boost your resume.
During a monthly 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. Sessions are planned at 3 p.m. on the first Wednesday of every month in 2024, and no registration is necessary.
Join the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone by going to https://meet.goto.com/182669445. Potential platform users also can join the webinar by dialing in to +1 (224) 501-3412, and using access Code 182-669-445.
For more information, contact grzella@co.somerset.nj.us or call 908-541-5785.

Right at Home Recruitment Event
2024-04-04 10:00 - 12:00 | Somerville One-Stop Career Center, 75 Veterans Memorial Drive East, Somerville, NJ, 08876, United States
The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development and the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board are presenting an in-person Recruitment Session at 10 a.m. Thursday, April 4, for the Hillsborough-based Right at Home, which has positions available throughout Somerset and Hunterdon Counties.
The agency is seeking to fill the following positions: N.J. Certified Home Health Aide Live-in; N.J. Certified Home Health Aide; N.J. Certified Home Health Aide Part-time; and Home Care Nurse Supervisor.
This in-person event, open to all job seekers, will be conducted at the Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center, 75 Veterans Memorial Drive E., Conference Room B, Somerville.
Attendees will get details about the benefits offered by the company, including flexible schedules, competitive pay, and different benefits. Details on the agency’s HHA Training School in Hillsborough offering online and in-person courses to eligible candidates also will be shared.
To register, use the QR code in this flyer or go to https://bit.ly/3TzZNWg.

Webinar on Healthcare Registered Apprenticeship Program for Businesses
2024-04-04 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual Event
The Hunterdon County-based Hand in Hand Healthcare Solutions, LLC is the recipient of the GAINS Grant from New Jersey’s Department of Labor to support Registered Apprenticeships in Healthcare. These include CHW, CNA and CMA positions. The company can help New Jersey healthcare businesses develop and register a customized program with the U.S. Department of Labor. Funding up to $11,000 per Apprentice is available to support training and salary, allowing businesses to source talents locally and impact the local community.
To learn more, representatives of healthcare businesses are invited to take part in a webinar at 12 p.m. Thursday, April 4, presented by the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board. Use the link in this flyer to join, or go to https://meet.goto.com/592003301.
Visit www.handinhandhealthcaresolutions.com.

Legal Services Job Fair
2024-04-04 15:00 - 18:00 | Legal Servives of Northwest Jersey, 100 Metroplex Drive, Edison, NJ, 08817, United States
Legal Services of Northwest Jersey (LSNJ) is hiring throughout the statewide network of Legal services organizations.
Positions throughout the state are open for attorneys, paralegals, assistants, and more. Learn more at a Legal Services Job Fair being conducted from 3 to 6 p.m. Thursday, April 4, at LSNJ, 100 Metroplex Drive, Edison, in the first-floor conference center.
This event is being held in collaboration with:

The New Jersey State Bar
The Garden State Bar Association
Asian Pacific American Lawyers Association of New Jersey
Association of Black Women Lawyers – New Jersey
New Jersey Women Lawyers
New Jersey Muslim Lawyers Association.

Registration is required in advance.
Email Patti Koncius pkoncius@lsnj.org or Kat Medina kmedina@lsnj.org

Power Container Recruitment Event
2024-04-05 10:00 - 12:00 | Somerville One-Stop Career Center, 75 Veterans Memorial Drive East, Somerville, NJ, 08876, United States
The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development and the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board are presenting an in-person Recruitment Event for job seekers at 10 a.m. Friday, April 5, for Power Container Corp. in the Somerset section of Franklin.
The company is looking to fill the following positions: Full-time Machine Operator and Injection Blow Molding Technician; these are rotating-shift positions.
The event will be conducted in the Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center, Conference Room B, 75 Veterans Memorial Drive, Somerville.
Attendees will be educated on Power Container as an organization and the opportunities the company is currently hiring for, followed by one-on-one interviews.
To register, use the QR code in this flyer or the following link: https://bit.ly/3PjEi9K.

NJBPU Payment Assistance Event
2024-04-08 16:00 - 19:00 | Somerville Public Library, 35 W. End Ave., Somerville, NJ, 08876, United States
NJ SHARES is hosting a NJ Board of Public Utilities Payment Assistance for Gas and Electric (NJ BPU PAGE) grant event at the Somerville Library, 35 West End Ave., Somerville, on Monday, April 8, from 4 to 7 p.m.
This event is designed to help individuals apply for energy (gas and electric) assistance. Registration is not required.
Please reference this flyer for items to bring. For questions, call 908-458-8445.

RWJBarnabas Health Hiring Event
2024-04-09 10:00 - 14:00 | Middlesex College, 2600 Woodbridge Ave., Edison, NJ, 08818, United States
RWJ Barnabas Health is hiring. Learn more at a hiring event being conducted at Middlesex College in Edison from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 9.
Attendees will learn about the entry-level positions and the departments hosting the openings. Hiring managers will be in attendance and on-the-spot interviews may be conducted.
Pre-registration is encouraged via the QR Code in this flyer or by using this link.

RVCC Career Night: Business
2024-04-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Raritan Valley Community College Event Center, 118 Lamington Road, Branchburg, NJ, 08876, United States
Raritan Valley Community College will conduct several Career Nights in April that will offer prospective students information about educational opportunities and career pathways in such fields as business, engineering, paralegal studies, and criminal justice.
During the programs, which are free of charge and open to the community, participants will be able to engage with faculty members and/or industry partners in their respective fields at roundtable sessions. The Career Nights all will be conducted from 6-8 p.m. in the Event Center at RVCC’s Branchburg campus.
The following events have been scheduled:

Engineering Career Night, April 2
Business Career Night, April 9
Paralegal Studies Career Night, April 15
Criminal Justice Career Night, April 17

To register for an upcoming Career Night, go to www.raritanval.edu/visit. For additional information, contact Admissions at 908-526-1200 (Select Option 2) or admissions@raritanval.edu.

Bridge to Success: Virtual Webinar Series for Job Seekers
2024-04-10 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-04-17 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual Meeting
Are you feeling stressed in your job search?
This spring, the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board and EmPoWER Somerset are offering a free eight-week virtual program for community members entitled Bridge to Success. The stress-management techniques shared in this series focus on behavioral, social, and cognitive coping strategies that can be used to address stressful situations at home, work, and interpersonal relationships. The strategies will help participants survive and thrive during the job-search process, and in life.
The virtual series will run every Wednesday from 10 to 11 a.m. beginning on March 20, and ending May 8.
While there is no limit on participants, those taking part in the program are expected to attend all sessions. Everyone who attends and completes seven of the eight sessions will receive a $50 Amazon gift card.
To register, use the QR code on this flyer, or click here. For questions, email info@thegrwdb.org.

Life Sciences and Healthcare Job Fair for Veterans at Felician University
2024-04-10 10:00 - 14:00 | Felician University, One Felician Way, Rutherford, NJ, 07070, United States
A Life Sciences & Healthcare Job Fair for Veterans is being conducted from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, April 10, at Felician University, one Felician Way, Rutherford.
More than 50 employers are scheduled to participate in the job fair which will connect them to hundreds of job seekers, including men and women transitioning to civilian life, veterans with civilian experience, members of the National Guard and Reserve Forces and military family members. The registration and tables are free, and a continental breakfast for employers will be provided.
Three workshops will be conducted for job seekers during the event. These include:

Learn how to apply for Civil Service Jobs.
Transitioning Skills and Resume Writing.
Labor Market Information and Interviewing to Impress.

Job seekers may register to attend the event by using the QR code in this flyer.
The event is sponsored by Johnson & Johnson, along with other regional employers, the New Jersey Industry Partnerships, Felician University and the Bergen County Job Center.

One-Stop Career Training Services Center Workshop
2024-04-10 11:00 - 12:15 | North Plainfield Public Library, 6 Rockview Ave., North Plainfield, NJ, 07060, United States
Somerset and Hunterdon County residents who are under or unemployed have a wealth of services available to them. Services include career and vocational counseling, job – related training in – demand occupations, veterans’ benefits, reentry services and a full-service job outplacement center called the Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center.
Learn more at an in-person workshop running from 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Wednesday, April 10, at the North Plainfield Public Library, 6 Rockview Ave., North Plainfield. Jan Goodman, the community outreach specialist for the Greater Raritan One-Stop Training Services Center, will provide an overview of these services and how to access them.
The workshop is presented in collaboration with the Somerset County Library System of New Jersey.
To register, use the link in this flyer or go to this link.

Central Jersey Housing Resource Center Workshop: Fair Housing
2024-04-10 14:00 - 15:15 | Virtual Event
Central Jersey Housing Resource Center (CJHRC) is presenting webinar, on Fair Housing, from 2 to 3:15 p.m. Wednesday, April 6.
The webinar will be led by Sharon Clark, executive director, CJHRC.
This free webinar is built around topics pertaining to the Fair Housing Act. This act extends to all aspects of housing including sales, advertising, financing, rental, insurance, design, and construction. A variety of related topics will be covered.
To register, use to this link, or go to https://cjhrc.org and hover over the Virtual Counseling Programs tab and click on the appropriate event, which will bring you to the event flyer and registration links. If you have questions or need help registering, contact a CJHRC Counselor at 908-446-0037.

RVCC Adult Learners' College Information Session
2024-04-10 17:30 - 19:30 | Raritan Valley Community College Event Center, 118 Lamington Road, Branchburg, NJ, 08876, United States
Members of the community interested in learning more about Raritan Valley Community College’s Adult Learners’ College are invited to attend one of three special Information Sessions, Tuesday, March 12, Tuesday, March 26, and Wednesday, April 10, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. each day.
The events, which will include information about applying to RVCC, support services designed for non-traditional students, and paying for college and financial aid options, will be held in the Event Center at the College’s Branchburg campus.
Veterans are also encouraged to attend an Adult Learners’ College Information Session to learn more about how they can use their education benefits to attend RVCC. The Manager of International and Veteran Services will be on hand to answer any veterans’ questions about being an adult student at RVCC.
RVCC’s Adult Learners’ College is designed for adults age 25 and older who are looking to complete their college degree, explore a new career path, gain additional training, get a promotion at work, be the first member of their family to attend college, or improve their English.
In addition, seven-week semesters will be offered for some programs, providing adult students with a more convenient academic schedule to help them balance work, school, and family obligations. Adult students may enroll in workforce, certificate, or degree programs at RVCC. Some of the College’s programs that may be of interest to adult students include:

English as a Second Language
Phlebotomy Assistant Certificate
OSHA 10 Card
Welding Certificate
National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) Certificate
Principles of Municipal Court Administration
Allied Health Certificate
Medical Assistant Certificate
Paralegal Certificate
Supply Chain Management Certificate
Fitness Certificate

RVCC’s Fall 2024 Semester begins August 28.
To register for an Information Session, go here.

Allies Inc. Hiring Event in Hampton
2024-04-11 09:30 - 14:00 | Allies Inc., 509 Mine Road, Hampton, NJ, 08822, United States
Allies, Inc., a non-profit dedicated to supporting individuals with disabilities, is hosting a Hiring Event on Thursday, April 11, from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., at 509 Mine Road, Hampton. The company is seeking Residential Counselors, a Youth Therapist, Community Support Staff and Community Integration Support Staff at locations in Hunterdon County.
A sign-on bonus for Residential Counselors is available.
Over the years, Allies has worked with students seeking careers related to healthcare, social work, special education, psychology and others, and students interested in healthcare careers are urged to attend.
For questions, contact the Recruitment Department at 215-595-3366, eleana.rice@aurorastaffing.org or aurorastaffing.org.

Using SkillUp Greater Raritan for Employee Training Needs
2024-04-11 11:00 - 11:45 | NJ
Employers are invited to attend a series of webinars to learn how SkillUp Greater Raritan can be utilized to provide free upskilling training to staff. The sessions are conducted at 11 a.m. on the second Thursday of the month – on April 11, May 9 and June 13, 2024. During each session, examples of how local employers are using the platform for training will be shared.
SkillUp Greater Raritan using Metrix Learning® is a learning management system with more than 7,000 courses that can be used for internal employee assessment and upskilling. Employers can choose from preset tracks or customize courses based on their department needs. Employers in Hunterdon and Somerset counties are using the platform for:

New Hires – Onboarding standards
Career Ascendancy – Identify skills for promotion
Managers/Supervisors – Skill development for managers, new and old
Technology Training – Ensure staff are familiar with current best practices.

Employers can have individuals or cohorts trained. As part of the program, employers can keep track of employee course progress with reports on accesses, course completions, and training hours.
This service is free to employers, covered through grant programs offered by the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board. To participate in any one of the webinars, go to https://meet.goto.com/510433933
For details or to get started, email info@thegrwdb.org or call 908-541-5790.

Employers Wanted: Middlesex College Business, Computer Science and Paralegal Job/Internship Fair
2024-04-11 14:00 - 16:00 | Middlesex College, 2600 Woodbridge Ave., Edison, NJ, 08818, United States
Is your business hiring for internships or positions for business majors, computer science major or paralegals? If so, you are invited to Middlesex College to meet and network with graduating seniors as well as first-year students interested in learning about externship programs and other opportunities available to them.
The college’s Business, Computer Science and Paralegal Job/Internship Fair will be conducted from 2 to 4 p.m. Thursday, April 11, in the college’s West Hall, Parkview Room, in Edison.
Interested business attendees may register here. Each employer will have access to one 6-foot table, and there is no charge to attend.
For more information, contact Charlotte Quigley at cquigley@middlesexcc.edu; she will send detailed info about the logistics including parking and directions to all registered attendees.

Two-Day Community Hope Resource and Job Fair
2024-04-12 14:00 - 18:00, 2024-04-13 12:00 - 16:00 | American Dream, 1 American Dream Way, East Rutherford, NJ, 07073, United States
The Community Hope Resource and Job Fair will be conducted over two days in April at American Dream at 1 American Dream Way in East Rutherford.
The event, directed to veterans, will be conducted from 2 to 6 p.m. Friday, April 12, and from 12 to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 13.
Representatives from community and veteran organizations will be in attendance, as will a variety of businesses offering a range of career opportunities. Attendees are reminded to bring copies of their resumes.
In addition, food and drink will be provided for free.
Advance registration for attendees is not required.
Employers and agencies wishing to have a table at this event may use the QR code in this flyer, or register at:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4EAAA62AA5FDC61-48016342-jobresource.

Franklin Township Parks & Recreation Job Fair
2024-04-13 09:00 - 11:00 | Franklin Youth Center, 429 Lewis St., Somerset, NJ, 08873, United States
The Franklin Township Parks & Recreation Department is hosting a Job Fair from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, April 13, at the Franklin Youth Center, 429 Lewis St., Somerset section of Franklin.
Seasonal and permanent positions as well as part-time jobs are available. These include: Youth and Senior Program Specialists; Senior Center Building Supervisors; Counselors in Training; Lifeguards; and Camp Staff.
Register using the QR code in this flyer or go to franklintwp.recdesk.com.
Walk-ins are also welcome on the day of the event.

RVCC Spring Open House
2024-04-13 09:00 - 12:00 | Raritan Valley Community College Event Center, 118 Lamington Road, Branchburg, NJ, 08876, United States
An Open House will be conducted by Raritan Valley Community College on Lamington Road in Branchburg on Saturday, April 13, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. During the event, participants can turn the campus, get questions answered and learn more about the college.
At the Open House, participants can learn about:

Academic programs designed to help students transfer to top colleges and universities
Career training programs designed in partnership with local industry
Financial aid options, including scholarships, loans and grants
Free tuition for those who qualify for the NJ Community College Opportunity Grant
Early college programs for high school juniors and seniors
Transitional support services for new students.

Register for the event here. For more information about the college, visit https://www.raritanval.edu/. Contact Admissions at 908-526-1200 (Select Option 2) or at admissions@raritanval.edu.

Central Jersey Housing Resource Center Workshop: Homebuyer Education and Counseling
2024-04-15 17:30 - 20:00, 2024-04-17 17:30 - 20:00 | Virtual Event
Central Jersey Housing Resource Center (CJHRC) is presenting a two-day virtual Homebuyer Workshop, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Monday, April 15, and Wednesday, April 17.
This HUD certified homebuyer free workshop will provide a comprehensive overview of the home buying process. Attendees will hear from the industry’s local professionals about how to become a successful homeowner. Presenters for this program are: Troy Ewen, OceanFirst Bank; Michael Lomio, Wells Fargo; Lenworth Johnson, M&T Bank; Kathryn Schulhafer, Kearny Bank; Eric Cangelosi, NJM Insurance Group; Leanne Spratt, Homesafe and Sital Shah, Esq.
Attendees must attend both days, and will receive a certificate after the workshops are completed.
To register, use to this link for April 15 and this link for April 17, or go to https://cjhrc.org and hover over the Virtual Counseling Programs tab and click on the appropriate event, which will bring you to the event flyer and registration links. . If you have questions or need help registering, contact a CJHRC Counselor at 908-446-0037.

RVCC Career Night: Paralegal Studies
2024-04-15 18:00 - 20:00 | Raritan Valley Community College Event Center, 118 Lamington Road, Branchburg, NJ, 08876, United States

Norwescap Core Computer Skills series in Spanish in North Plainfield: Basic Computer Knowledge
2024-04-16 08:45 - 13:00 | NORWESCAP North Plainfield, 170 Watchung Ave., lower level, North Plainfield, 07060, United States
Norwescap’s Core Computer Skills series is designed to help class participants build a strong foundation using computers. The April free series will be conducted in Spanish and in person at Norwescap’s North Plainfield training center, at 170 Watchung Ave., using the agency’s computers and internet. Class time for the following classes is 8:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. Para ver el folleto del evento en español, haga clic aquí.
The class schedule:
Tuesday, April 16 – Basic Computer Knowledge – Build a foundation of computer terms and understand how Windows the operating system works.
Thursday, April 18 – File Management – Learn how to organize and find files, save them where they belong, copy and move files and much more. Also learn tips and tricks for finding and saving favorite websites and pages.
Tuesday, April 23 – Know Your email App – Learn the importance of creating a professional email account, organizing and controlling incoming emails, personalized signatures and much more. Participants also will learn how to take advantage of the many features in your email Calendar. Never miss an appointment again!
Thursday, April 25 and Tuesday, April 30 – Office365 Word. Learn how to create professional documents.
To reserve a seat, call 908-900-0060 ext. 1502.

RVCC Adult Learners' College Business Degree Information Session
2024-04-16 17:30 - 19:30 | Raritan Valley Community College Event Center, 118 Lamington Road, Branchburg, NJ, 08876, United States
Members of the community interested in learning more about various programs offered through Raritan Valley Community College’s Adult Learners’ College are invited to attend one of two special Information Sessions in April.
The college will conduct an Adult Learners’ College Business Degree Information Session on Tuesday, April 16, from 5:30-7:30 p.m., in the RVCC Atrium. An Adult Learners’ College Health Science Information Session is set for Wednesday, April 24, 5:30-7:30 p.m., in the College’s Event Center. Both will be held at RVCC’s Branchburg campus.
During the April 16 session, faculty members from the Business and Public Service Department will be on hand to present information and answer questions about RVCC’s Business degrees.
The April 24 session focusing on healthcare programs will offer attendees an opportunity to meet with faculty and staff from the College’s Health Science Education Department, as well as representatives from the non-credit allied health programs.
Both events will include information about applying to RVCC, support services designed for non-traditional students, and paying for college and financial aid options.
RVCC’s Adult Learners’ College is designed for adults age 25 and older who are looking to complete their college degree, explore a new career path, gain additional training, get a promotion at work, be the first member of their family to attend college, or improve their English. Seven-week semesters will be offered for some programs, providing adult students with a schedule designed to help them balance work, school, and family obligations. Adult students may enroll in workforce, certificate, or degree programs.
RVCC’s Fall 2024 Semester begins August 28.
To register for an Information Session, go to http://www.raritanval.edu/visit. For additional information about the Adult Learners’ College or the Information Sessions, email adult.college@raritanval.edu or visit http://www.raritanval.edu/adult-learners.

RVCC Career Night: Criminal Justice
2024-04-17 18:00 - 20:00 | Raritan Valley Community College Event Center, 118 Lamington Road, Branchburg, NJ, 08876, United States

Norwescap Core Computer Skills series in Spanish in North Plainfield: File Management
2024-04-18 08:45 - 13:00 | NORWESCAP North Plainfield, 170 Watchung Ave., lower level, North Plainfield, 07060, United States
