Greater Raritan

SHI Career Fair
2022-04-27 14:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | SHI, Davidson Ave., building 300, Somerset, NJ, 08873, United States
SHI will be hosting an on-site Career Fair from 2 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, April 27, at its Davidson Avenue Campus, in building 300, in the Somerset section of Franklin.
Attendees can meet with hiring managers to talk about full-time roles as well as internships; on-site interviewing will take place.
All those planning to attend must register at the link. Candidates can also check out SHI’s career page ahead of time and apply to roles now, and then come meet the department heads at the fair.
For questions, email CareerConnect@shi.com.

Women in the Workforce: Navigating Success in the Evolving Workplace
2022-04-27 08:00 - 10:30 | Mercer Oaks Catering, 725 Village Road West,, Princeton Junction, NJ, 08550, United States
The Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber is hosting “Women in the Workforce: Navigating Success in the Evolving Workplace,” on April 27 from 8 to 10:30 a.m. at Mercer Oaks Catering, 725 Village Road West, Princeton Junction.
The morning of networking and discussion will feature several speakers addressing achieving success in the current landscape. Topics for discussion include: Retaining talent; Inspiring new employees; Focusing on flexibility; Transitioning back to the office; Addressing remote work; Mentoring/Sponsoring remote workers; Maintaining your footing; and Change management.
The cost to attend is $50 for members, $60 for non-members.
For more information or to register, go here.

Bob's Discount Furniture Virtual Hiring Event
2022-04-26 11:30 - 12:30 | Virtual Event
Bob’s Discount Furniture in Piscataway is hosting a Virtual Hiring Event from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 26, with the Middlesex County Office of Career Opportunity.
Forklift Operator positions are available. To register for this event, go here.

Wonder Virtual Hiring Event
2022-04-26 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual Event
Wonder in Edison is hosting a Virtual Hiring Event with the Middlesex County Office of Career Opportunity on Tuesday, April 26, from 10 to 11 a.m.
Available positions include Chef on the Road, Cook/Driver, Culinary Delivery Team Member, Fleet Maintenance Specialty Technician, Mechanic and Warehouse Outbound Fulfillment Associate.
To register for the event, go to https://bit.ly/3LN0Qvf.

Fellowship Senior Living Virtual Information Session
2022-04-26 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, April 26, for Fellowship Senior Living in Bernards.
The company is looking to fill the following positions: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA); Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA); Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN); Registered Nurse (RN) Supervisor (evenings); Physical Therapist; Staff Scheduling Coordinator; Housekeeper; and Laundry Attendant.
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/3uF8Cll.

Securitas Hiring Event
2022-04-25 10:00 - 16:00 | Securitas – Edison, 110 Fieldcrest Ave., sixth floor, Edison, NJ, 08837, United States
Securitas has full- and part-time security officer positions available throughout Middlesex. Monmouth, Ocean, Burlington, Mercer, Somerset, Hunterdon, and Union counties.
Learn more during a Hiring Event being conducted from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, April 25, at 110 Fieldcrest Ave 6th Floor, Edison.
Attendees should bring their resume.
For more information or to apply online, visit www.securitasjobs.com.

Ocean State Job Lot All-Stores Hiring Event
2022-04-23 10:00 - 16:00 | Ocean State Job Lot – Franklin Park, 3391 Route 27, Franklin Park, NJ, 08823, United States
Ocean State Job Lot is hosting an All-Stores Hiring Event from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, April 22, and Saturday, April 23.
This event at all 147 Ocean State Job Lot locations in New England, New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania will include on-the-spot interviews and conditional offers. Positions range from seasonal part-time positions to full-time leadership salaried positions.
Local New Jersey stores sites include Clinton (1712 Route 31 North), Franklin Park (3391 Route 27), and South Plainfield (6305 Hadley Road).
Learn more at oceanstatejoblot.com/careers.

Career Webinar: Making Your Job Search Work for You
2022-04-22 11:00 - 12:00 | Hunterdon County Library System North County Branch, 65 Halstead St., Clinton,, NJ, 08809, United States
Making Your Job Search Work For You is presented by the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board, and the Hunterdon County Library System.

In this 60-minute session running from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Friday, April 22, 2022, at the North County Branch of the Hunterdon County Library System, 65 Halstead St., Clinton, staff members from the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board will:

Offer tips on how to understand what your job search is telling you.
Share strategies for making sure you don’t get stuck in the search process.
Provide tools to create targeted plans focused on success.

Registration is required. Go to https://hclibrary.evanced.info/signup/Calendar and click on April 22. For questions, email dneubauer@hclibrary.us.

Ocean State Job Lot All-Stores Hiring Event
2022-04-22 10:00 - 16:00 | Ocean State Job Lot – Clinton, 1712 Route 31 North, Clinton, NJ, 08809, United States

Bridge to Success: Virtual Webinar Series for Job Seekers
2022-04-21 17:00 - 18:00, 2022-04-14 17:00 - 18:00, 2022-04-07 17:00 - 18:00, 2022-03-31 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 March 3, 2022, and ending April 28, 2022.
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: Making Your Job Search Work for You
2022-04-20 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual Meeting
Making Your Job Search Work For You is presented by the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board, and the Somerset County Library System of New Jersey

In this 60-minute session running from 7 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, April 20, 2022, staff members from the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board will:

Offer tips on how to understand what your job search is telling you.
Share strategies for making sure you don’t get stuck in the search process.
Provide tools to create targeted plans focused on success.

Registration is required. To register, go to the Events Calendar of https://sclsnj.org and click on April 20, 2022.

Career webinar: Mastering the Interview
2022-04-20 13:00 - 15:00 | Zoom
The interview is one of the key elements of the job search process. The virtual Mastering the Interview workshop being conducted from 1 to 3 p.m. Tuesday, April 20, will allow participants to explore how to prepare for an interview, become familiar with questions to expect, and ask the question they should think about asking.
The event, hosted by the Hunterdon County Library System, will feature Jan Goodman, community outreach specialist and career coach for the Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Training Services Center.
This workshop will be conducted through Zoom and pre-registration is required. To register, go to https://bit.ly/3LtvP0i. To join Zoom meeting go to: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85230524291; Meeting ID: 852 3052 4291

GRWDB Literacy Committee - GoToMeeting
2022-04-19 14:00 - 15:00 | GoToMeeting
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 and is responsible for maintaining committees to help inform decision-making around services and priorities for targeted populations. One of those includes the GRWDB’s Literacy Committee, which works with Title II literacy providers and volunteer literacy organizations in Hunterdon and Somerset counties to ensure literacy training is connected to the other services offered in Greater Raritan’s workforce system.
Meeting agendas can be found here on the GRWDB website.
This meeting will be virtual. Here are the meeting details:
GRWDB Literacy Committee Meeting
Tue, Apr 19, 2022 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM (EDT)
Please join the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://meet.goto.com/623861917
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (224) 501-3412
Access Code: 623-861-917
All are welcomed to attend. Newcomers, please RSVP to info@thegrwdb.org to join.

Pella Window & Doors
2022-04-19 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual Event
Pella Windows & Doors of New Jersey will host a Virtual Recruitment with the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development on Tuesday, April 19, at 10 a.m. via Microsoft Teams.
Pella is looking for Order Verification Field Specialists, Field Service Technicians, Warehouse Associates, Project Coordinators, Customer Service Representatives and Sales Consultants. The company has facilities in Parsippany, Paramus, Newark, Springfield, Red Bank, and Lakewood. Sales Representatives for the North and Central New Jersey market can reside in the following counties: Essex, Bergen, Morris, Passaic, Union, Hunterdon, Ocean, and Monmouth.
Register to attend using the QR code in the flyer. Registrants will be sent a follow-up email with the link to join the meeting before the event.
Visit pellacareers.com.

Annual Reentry Conference - Trauma, A Hero's Journey
2022-04-14 09:00 - 16:00 | Saint Peter’s University, 2641 John F. Kennedy Blvd., Jersey City, NJ, 07306, United States
NJ Reentry Corp is hosting its Annual Reentry Conference – Trauma, A Hero’s Journey, on Thursday, April 14th, 9:00am-4:00pm at St. Peter’s University in Jersey City.
The event’s featured speaker is U.S. Army veteran Daniel Rodriguez. A range of 20-plus speakers will also highlight different aspects of the veteran’s journey. For more information on the event, go to www.njreentry.org.
Register for the event at this Eventbrite link https://www.eventbrite.com/e/238344283167.

Career Webinar CANCELLED: NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming): Tools for Real Life
2022-04-13 10:00 - 12:00 | Zoom
The “NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming): Tools for Real Life” workshop set for 10 a.m. Wednesday, April 13, has been cancelled.
Neuro-Linguistic Programming is designed to take the way you view the world and flip it around so that, in a very short amount of time, you can rearrange your thinking patterns and transfer opportunity into success. This introductory training helps participants understand how their minds works and most importantly make it work for each person.
The workshop was a collaborative event with the Somerset County Library System of New Jersey and Jan Goodman, Community Outreach Specialist for the Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center Training Services.
For information on other upcoming library programs, visit https://sclsnj.org/ and click on Programs & Events. For information on other workforce programs, visit the Events – Calendar tab on www.thegrwdb.org

Right at Home Virtual Information Session
2022-04-12 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, April 12, for the Hillsborough-based Right at Home, which has positions available throughout Hunterdon and Somerset counties.
These include: Scheduling Coordinator, Administrative Assistant and N.J. Certified Home Health Aide.
Attendees will be get details about the benefits offered by the company, including flexible schedules, competitive pay, 401K and CHHA school sponsorships.
To register, use the QR code in the flyer link in this listing or go to this link: https://bit.ly/3qHGo6O.

The Art of Agreement Business Networking Group event
2022-04-08 12:00 - 13:30 | Quantum Wellness, 327 Route 202, Bedminster, NJ, 07921, United States
The Jewish Federation of Somerset, Hunterdon and Warren Counties’ Spring Business Networking Group event, “The Art of Agreement,” will be presented from 12 to 1:30 p.m. Friday, April 8, at Quantum Wellness in Bedminster.
Attendees can enjoy networking, lunch and the presentation, which is a model for workplace wellness. Area employers in the three counties are invited to attend. The couvert is $35; walk-ins are $40.
To learn more and to register, visit www.jfedshaw.org/bng. Or call Lauren Edelman at 908-758-2003.

Christian Dior Hiring Event
2022-04-08 10:00 - 12:00 | Christian Dior Distribution Center, 283 Prospect Plains Road, Cranbury, NJ, 08512, United States
Christian Dior is hosting a Hiring Event for talent with disabilities, autism and/or neurodivergence starting at 10 a.m. Friday, April 8, at the Christian Dior Distribution Center, 283 Prospect Plains Road, Cranbury, NJ 08512.
Distribution Associate and Line Support positions are available on first and second shifts.
RSVPs are required to attend. Please send questions and/or RSVP with support and job seeker name to Jason Weppelman at jwepp@rangam.com. Independent job seekers are also welcomed to take part in the event.

Job and Volunteer Fair For Persons with Disabilities
2022-04-07 16:00 - 19:00 | Bridgewater Somerset County Library, 1 Vogt Drive, Bridgewater, NJ, 08876, United States
The Somerset County Library System of New Jersey will host a Job and Volunteer Fair for persons with disabilities from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday, April 7, at the Bridgewater Somerset County Library at 1 Vogt Drive in Bridgewater.
All are invited to this free event for adults and teens (16 and up) with cognitive and developmental disabilities.
Attendees will learn about volunteer and employment opportunities in Somerset County. Participating employers will highlight their open positions and gain an understanding of the value of working with this population. Service organizations for people with disabilities will also highlight resources available to this community.
All teens and adults with cognitive and developmental disabilities are encouraged to attend. No registration is required.
See https://sclsnj.org/april-7-job-fair for vendor list. Additional employers and service organizations interested in participating may contact Darryl Voorhees at dvoorhees@sclibnj.org.
This program is made possible through a partnership with The Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board and the Somerset County Business Partnership.

Cannabis Legalization Youth Workshop
2022-04-06 18:00 - 19:30 | Raritan Valley Community College Workforce Training Center, 118 Lamington Road, Branchburg, NJ, 08876, United States
A Youth Adults & Cannabis Info Session will be conducted at 6 p.m. Wednesday, April 6, Raritan Valley Community College Workforce Training Center in Branchburg.
This free 90-minute event is directed to youth attendees and their parents. It will feature a 90-minute panel discussions and workshop format and include information about the cannabis industry, related law-enforcement issues, the health benefits and risks of cannabis and career opportunities in the industry. The event is presented by: Sarah Trent, founder of NJ Cannabis Certified and Valley Wellness; Visions and Pathways, a youth-serving organization based in Somerset County; and the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board.
Presenters are to include Sarah Trent, founder of NJ Cannabis Certified and Valley Wellness; Sam Padro, packaging supervisor for Verano Holdings, a cannabis grower in Readington; Dr. Teresa Simon, founder of Physicians Research Center and who is currently developing cannabis programming related to teens; Perry Shaw, a father of two teenagers and part of the Valley Wellness team; and Paul Grzella, Director, Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board. Pizza will be served during the event
Please use the following link to register: bit.ly/Cannabis_info_session. Walk-Ins are welcome as long as space allows; RSVP to guarantee a seat. Masks are required and current safety protocols will be followed.
For information, email info@thegrwdb.org.

Hudson County Job Fair
2022-04-06 17:00 - 20:00 | Frank J. Gargiulo Campus (High Tech High School), One High Tech Way, Secaucus, NJ, 07094, United States
The Hudson County Career Development Center, Hudson County Schools of Technology and the Hudson County One-Stop Career Center are presenting a Job Fair from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, April 6, at the Frank J. Gargiulo Campus (High Tech High School), One High Tech Way – Secaucus.
Employers interested in attending should call 201-369-5205, Ext. 3756.
Register by using the QR code in this flyer.

SkillUp Greater Raritan - Learn a New Skill, for Free!
2022-04-06 15:00 - 16:00 | GoToMeeting
Skillup Greater Raritan, presented by Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board, provides residents of Hunterdon and Somerset
counties unlimited, six-month access to 6,000-plus online learning courses. Register to:
• Explore more than 200 career paths
• Build your skills and knowledge
• Earn digital certificates and badges, including the newly introduced Greater Raritan Entry-Level Job-Readiness Badge and the Greater Raritan New Manager Badge
• Study for industry certifications to boost your resume.
During 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.
No registration is necessary.
Please join the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/182669445
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (224) 501-3412
Access Code: 182-669-445
Sessions 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.

Essex County Drive-Thru Job Fair
2022-03-31 09:00 - 14:00 | Branch Brook Park, Heller Parkway Entrace, Newark, NJ, 07104, United States
The Essex County Drive-Thru Job Fair will be presented from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, March 31, at the Branch Brook Park/Essex County Cherry Blossom Welcome Center, Heller Parkway Entrance, Newark.
A variety of employers, including UPS, Waste Management, ShopRite, Walmart, FedEx, the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey, and the Council of Airport Opportunity are taking part.
Text RSVP to 862-216-2906.

Richard Hall Community Health & Wellness Center Virtual Information Session
2022-03-29 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, March 29, for the Richard Hall Community Health & Wellness Center in Bridgewater.
The agency is looking to fill the multiple positions, including: Access Center Coordinator; Administrative Assistant; AOTS Case Manager; Bilingual Crisis Counselor – CPP; Billing Specialist; Business Specialist; Case Manager (CCBHC); Case Manager (PT, ISS); Clinical Supervisor (OPD); Intake Triage Specialist; Intake Triage Specialist (Bilingual); Licensed Mental Health Practitioner
Attendees will get details about the positions, 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/3thFcJ2.

Child Care Centers Virtual Job Fair
2022-03-29 12:30 - 15:30 | Virtual Event
A Virtual Child Care Centers Job Fair will be presented from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 29, by Community Child Care Solutions, the Middlesex County Office of Career Opportunity and the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board.
Seventeen child care centers in Middlesex, Somerset and Union Counties are participating; representatives will share information about a variety of open positions and related benefits. Agencies may conduct pre-interviews for job candidates, too.
While this is a virtual Job Fair, attendees should dress as they would for an in-person event.
To register, use the QR code in the flyer or this link: https://bit.ly/3sI9d4F. The event link will be provided upon completion of the RSVP.

Catalent Virtual Information Session
2022-03-25 09:00 - 10:00 | 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 9 a.m. Friday, March 25, for Catalent Pharma Solutions of Somerset.
The company is looking to fill the following positions: Scientist, Pharmaceutical Development Technician, GMP Cleaner, Microbiologist, HR Generalist, and HR Coordinator.
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/3q7NPnC.
