Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers in Ansonia to host open house

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ANSONIA - The Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers will host an open house from 2-6 p.m. June 30 to highlight its new Ansonia location and new scholarship and grant opportunities.

The school is pleased to announce a new scholarship program available to prospective students. 

Futuro Health and the Elizabeth C. Deluca Foundation will provide scholarships that cover the full cost of tuition for the school’s Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA), Phlebotomy and Medical Assistant programs. The scholarships are part of the organizations’ shared mission to support growth, health and wealth of communities by supporting adults seeking a rewarding career in healthcare. 

Applicants must be 18 years of age to apply.

The school also has partnerships with TEAM Inc., The Workplace, Inc. and other grant programs that can reduce tuition costs.

The school recently moved to 219 Division St. in Ansonia, offering increased space for classrooms and its fully equipped hospital patient care simulation room. The open house will give prospective students a chance to tour the facility and learn more about the school’s CNA, Medical Assistant, Phlebotomy and Patient Care Technician training programs.

The School of Allied Health Careers provides exceptional healthcare education with knowledgeable and experienced teachers who are nationally certified or master’s prepared nurses. 

Students receive unmatched experience in a seven-time Newsweek World’s Best Hospital in programs including Medical Assistant, Phlebotomy, Patient Care Technician, and Nursing Assistant. Accredited by the Connecticut Department of Higher Education and approved by the State of Connecticut Department of Health, the school offers one-on-one teaching that has helped its graduates achieve a high rate of success on certification tests. Also, the school boasts a strong job placement rate with most graduates quickly finding positions at Griffin or other area hospitals and medical practices

Students must be proficient in the English language to apply for admission. 

The COVID 19 vaccination series is required prior to enrollment.

For more information about the school, call 203-732-1276 or 203-732-7578 or visit griffinhealth.org/allied-health.

About Futuro Health

Futuro Health addresses the critical shortage in healthcare workers through its national nonprofit mission to improve the health and well-being of communities by growing the largest network of allied health workers in the nation. We empower individuals by providing them with the credentials and qualifications for their first or next healthcare career, making education on journeys into allied health careers possible. By building the talent that employers need and creating a path to opportunity that workers want, we are transforming lives and communities. 

Visit www.futurohealth.org.

This is a press release from Griffin Health.

Griffin Health in Ansonia offers allied health career programs

ANSONIA - The Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers at 219 Division St. is accepting applications for upcoming semesters of its Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Phlebotomy, and Patient Care Technician (PCT) programs.

The PCT and Phlebotomy programs begin May 19. The CNA summer programs will begin June 9 and July 14.

The 15-week PCT program requires students to attend classes Monday through Thursday. The program offers ample hands-on training and opportunities for practical experience in the school's fully equipped mock hospital room and during the 80 hours of clinical experience. 

The course tuition includes textbook, liability insurance, CPR certification, clinical rotations and national certification exams.

The 13-week Phlebotomy program is Mondays and Wednesdays either during the day from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. or during the evening from 5-9 p.m. The program offers an optional 32-40 hours of clinical experience. 

The course tuition includes lab coats, books, malpractice insurance, CPR certification and a national certification exam fee.

The six-week CNA course offers students an affordable and condensed schedule with classes Monday-Thursday from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. or 5 p.m.-9 p.m. CNA program content includes infection control, legal and ethical responsibilities, communications, body mechanics, moving and positioning residents, personal care skills, nutrition, measuring vital signs, and restorative care. 

The program’s clinical experience will be at Griffin Hospital and a long-term stay facility, totaling 40 hours. After successfully completing the course and clinical experience, students will be qualified to take the certification exam for a Nursing Assistant in Connecticut. The CNA course tuition fee includes the course book and workbook CPR training, clinical rotation and liability insurance. 

The School of Allied Health Careers has partnered with TEAM, The Workplace, Inc. and many other grant options resulting in minimum out of pocket expenses.

The Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health accepts students 18 years of age or older with a high school diploma or GED or any in-school youth (juniors and seniors) enrolled in high school. Students must be proficient in the English language to apply for admission. The COVID 19 vaccination series is required prior to enrollment.

Early application is encouraged for all courses, as space is limited. 

For more information or to apply, call 203-732-1276 or 203-732-7578 or visit griffinhealth.org/allied-health.

This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.

Valley Save Our Youth to host employment open house Tuesday in Ansonia

ANSONIA - Valley Save Our Youth has teamed up with The Workplace to provide a youth employment open house at 4 p.m. Tuesday at 4 Fourth St.

Our mission at Valley Save Our Youth is to set our kids up for success. We want to thank The Workplace for this amazing opportunity, and we hope to see you there!

If you are unable to attend the open house, you can register for the Youth Earn & Learn Employment Program here: https://www.workplace.org/summer-youth-earn-learn...

This is shared from Valley Save Our Youth Facebook page.

Rochelle, The WorkPlace to partner for virtual employment forum

State Rep. Kara Rochelle, D-Ansonia, Derby, is partnering with The WorkPlace President and CEO, Joe Carbone, and Vice President of Business Engagement, Mike Morgan, for a Virtual Forum on Employment Resources at 3 p.m. Monday, March 28 via Zoom. 

People can register for the virtual event by visiting https://bit.ly/3CNL7sN.

During the event, attendees will learn about the WorkPlace's innovative Platform to Employment program, which helps unemployed individuals build their skills and connects them to employment opportunities. The program has helped over 80 percent of participants secure employment.

 

"The WorkPlace offers a variety of programs to help people advance their skills and overcome barriers to securing a good-paying job," Rochelle said. “I am pleased to host this virtual discussion with Joe Carbone and Mike Morgan to highlight the Platform to Employment program and how it can help people who are experiencing long-term unemployment get back to work."

 

The program helps prepare long-term unemployed individuals for career opportunities by addressing the skill loss and social and emotional challenges resulting from being out of the workforce.

 

The Platform to Employment program matches participants with openings at local companies on a trial basis and The WorkPlace funds their salaries. During this period, participating workers can demonstrate their ability to perform the job while the employer evaluates their work.

 

The Platform to Employment program is offered in Bridgeport, Hartford, New Haven, Norwich, and Waterbury.

 

The WorkPlace serves Southwestern Connecticut and offers a variety of job training and employment support programs for young adults, older workers, veterans, and more.

Residents are encouraged to email their questions in advance to Audrey.Rossignol@cga.ct.gov. For immediate assistance, residents can call  Rochelle's office at 860-240-8585 or email her at Kara.Rochelle@cga.ct.gov.

This is a press release from Rochelle's office.

 

Regional hiring event slated Aug. 9 at Trumbull Marriott Shelton

EMPLOYER REGISTRATION NOW OPEN

Are you entering or re-entering the workforce? Thinking about changing into a new career? 

Bring your resume or contact information and explore local opportunities at this multi-industry job and resource fair.

Connect, chat and engage with area employers from a variety of industries
Learn about resources available for childcare, transportation, job training and more
Workshops and resume assistance
Free parking
Close to bus routes
Walk-in Griffin Health Vaccination Clinic On-Site

Job seekers do not have to register to attend.

Event will follow current Health Department and CDC Guidelines.

Shared from a Facebook event page.

Rochelle to host Future Fair at Emmett O'Brien Tech in Ansonia

Greater Valley Chamber to host talk with The Workplace at Shelton office

Griffin School of Allied Health Careers in Derby to host assistance sessions

DERBY - The Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers, 300 Seymour Ave., Suite 206, will host two informational sessions about opportunities for education assistance through the Health CareeRx Academy.

The seminars will be held June 26 at 6 p.m. and June 28 at 1 p.m. at the school. 

The seminars are free and open to the public.

The WorkPlace’s Health CareeRx Academy (HCA) is a broad partnership of healthcare providers, educators, trainers, and community-based organizations in Southwestern Connecticut that provide no-cost training and support to help participants obtain a career in the growing healthcare field. 

Designed with input from employers, HCA’s mission is to meet the current and evolving workforce needs of healthcare employers. 

The HCA provides occupational training, work readiness, and other supports to individuals who desire to begin or advance a career in healthcare.

Occupational skills training offered through the HCA include: Certified Nursing Assistants; Dental Assistants; Home Health Aides; Medical Assistants; Medical Office Management; Medical Records & Health Information Technicians; Patient Care Technicians; Pharmacy Technicians; Radiologic Technologists; Registered Nurses-ASN, BSN/CEIN; and Surgical Technologists. Individuals eligible to enroll are those receiving state assistance or are otherwise low income, and the long-term unemployed. All training by HCA leads to a certificate or degree and prepares individuals to pass a state or national license exam.

The HCA also works with the School of Allied Health Careers to provide tuition assistance for students. The school offers training for individuals interested in becoming Certified Nursing Assistants, Patient Care Technicians, and Phlebotomists. 

Griffin Hospital's School of Allied Health Careers was one of the first hospital-based schools of its kind to be authorized by the Connecticut Department of Higher Education and offers Phlebotomy and other professional educational programs to provide training, education, and certification in selected health careers.

To register for the information session or for more information, call 203-732-1276 or 203-732-7578.

This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.

Derby to host YouthWorks orientation session

DERBY - Mayor Anita Dugatto and the City of Derby will host a YouthWorks recruitment and orientation session for youth ages 16-21 and their parents/guardians. 
The event will be held from 5-7 p.m. June 11 at City Hall, 1 Elizabeth St. 

There is no charge to attend or participate in YouthWorks. Attendees will learn about the year-round program, eligibility requirements and services offered to participants.

YouthWorks is dedicated to helping young adults explore career opportunities and advance their education. 
The program provides support to help young adults become valuable, self-reliant members of the community. 
Participants in YouthWorks receive comprehensive counseling and guidance for 12 months by a YouthWorks Specialist on job readiness, education advancement and industry specific training. In addition, resume building and job preparation skills will be presented.

"We're thrilled to have The Work Place bring this program to our community. Any opportunity to support the advancement of our youth is a wonderful thing," Dugatto said.

“YouthWorks strives to create opportunity for youth to work and advance their education by developing their full talents. The program facilitates the exploration of meaningful careers by offering them skills training as well as job search and placement services”, said Joseph Carbone, President and CEO of The WorkPlace. 
“Through this orientation meeting we hope to make local youth and their parents aware of resources to combat youth unemployment.”

Telephone: (203)736-1450 
Fax: (203)736-8880

To register and for more information: Karl Buckey Walden, 203-685-2846, kwalden@workplace.org or John Saccu, 860-883-7476, jsaccu@gmail.com.


About The WorkPlace
The WorkPlace conducts comprehensive planning, and coordinates regional workforce development policy and programs to prepare people for careers while strengthening the workforce for employers. 
As national leader in the field, The WorkPlace regularly shares ideas and best practices with lawmakers, foundations, think tanks and other workforce development organizations around the country. 
For more information, visit www.workplace.org. 


This is a press release from Mayor Anita Dugatto's office.

Griffin Hospital, The Workplace slate info sessions in Derby

DERBY - Griffin Hospital’s School of Allied Health Careers and The Workplace will hold informational sessions at 6 p.m. March 2 at the school, 300 Seymour Ave., to explain student assistance programs, including free tuition to the school through the Health Careers Opportunity Grant.

The School of Allied Health Careers is one of the first hospital-based schools of its kind to be authorized by the Connecticut Department of Higher Education.

It offers training, education, and certification for Certified Nursing Assistant, Patient Care Technician, and Phlebotomy.

The school’s spring semester starts in May.

The Health Careers Opportunity Program aims to increase the number of individuals from educationally or economically disadvantaged backgrounds who enter the health and allied health professions.


The program provides stipends and financial planning resources to students and parents, as well as information about healthcare careers and training.

In addition to assisting potential students in applying for a Health Careers Opportunity Grant, The Workplace will be offering information about student assistance for transportation and child care.

The Workplace is one of five Workforce Development Boards in the state. It works with employers and job seekers in Southwestern Connecticut to prepare people for careers while strengthening the workforce for employers.

To register or for more information, call 203-732-7578 by Feb. 27 and leave your name and telephone number.



This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.