Bishop Wicke Health and Rehabilitation Center in Shelton slates career fair

 

Ansonia Nature Center seeks to hire Ranger

THE CITY OF ANSONIA ANNOUNCES

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AT

ANSONIA NATURE CENTER

RANGER

$15.84 PER HOUR

TO BE CONSIDERED, APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED BY: Monday, November 7, 2022

APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE BY

CONTACTING:

Cristina Molina

City Hall

253 Main St.

Ansonia, CT 06401

cmolina@ansoniact.org or

203-736-5900 #1

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: To request an application and job description by mail, please send a self-addressed-stamped envelope.

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

EMPLOYER, M/F/H/V PLEASE REMOVE: Monday, November 7, 2022

This is shared from the City's Facebook page.

Ansonia seeks to fill crossing guard position

 

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.

 

Derby seeks to fill Deputy Finance Director/Grants Coordinator position

Sharing a message from Derby Town/City Clerk Marc Garofalo:

The City of Derby seeks to fill the full-time position of Deputy Finance Director/Grants Coordinator.

All details may be found at:  https://www.derbyct.gov/EmploymentOpportunities

Employment workshops slated at American Job Center in Derby

DERBY - Training and employment workshops to assist residents will be offered in January by the Connecticut Department of Labor at the American Job Center, 101 Elizabeth St.

Advance registration is encouraged due to space limitations. 

To register for these no-cost workshops, please go to CTHires.com or call 203-455-2700.

Linked In – Part 1: Jan. 17 from 9 a.m.-noon.
You must have a valid email address for this hands-on class. Learn how to set up a professional networking profile on LinkedIn that will enable you to build your network and connect/share information about job opportunities.

Fundamentals of Résumé Writing: Jan. 24 from 9 a.m.-noon.
Learn how to write a focused résumé needed to secure a job interview and employment offers. Topics include thinking like an employer, strategies for developing individual sections, relevant vs. irrelevant information, formatting and cover letters.

Interviewing Strategies and Techniques January 31 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
This interactive session will focus on preparation, methods and follow-up to provide jobseekers with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively compete with other candidates. The session includes simulated interview questions and the responses of participants will be critiqued.

Klarides, Carpino back bill to help recovering addicts find employment

State Rep. Christie Carpino, R-Cromwell, left, and state Rep. Themis Klarides, R-Derby./ Contributed photo

HARTFORD - The state legislature’s Labor Committee recently moved legislation forward that will help individuals recovering from substance abuse find quality employment opportunities. 

The legislation, co-sponsored by Republican Leader Themis Klarides (R-Derby) and state Rep. Christie Carpino (R-Cromwell), was approved to go to the House of Representatives as a result of the committee’s vote on the bill. 

Klarides said, “It’s important to consider all available resources when it comes to helping our neighbors, friends, or colleagues who are recovering from addiction. Addiction isn’t prejudiced and anyone can fall victim to it. In light of the ongoing opioid crisis, it’s critical that we do not stigmatize or make it harder for people who are trying to make a positive turn in their lives. I commend the action of the committee and look forward to shepherding this bill through the entire legislative process.” 

The bill establishes a task force to investigate strategies to increase employment opportunities for people recovering from substance abuse. 

The task force’s appointments will be determined through legislative leadership. Prior to the beginning of next session, the task force will present its findings and put forth recommendations for future legislation and community action. 

“I spoke with constituents on the road to recovery about the hurdles when it comes to securing meaningful employment. The continuum of care for those battling addiction can be improved if there is a mechanism to connect those in recovery programs to potential employers. If we are truly in the business of improving people’s lives, this is a step in the right direction towards helping a very vulnerable population,” said Carpino. 

After the positive action of the committee, both Klarides and Carpino hope when this comes up for a vote in the House of Representatives it will be acted upon favorably. 

This is a release from press secretary Greg Mackinnon.

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

Career Coach visiting Ansonia Library today

Logan urges veterans seeking work to attend Heroes 4 Hire in E. Hartford

A message from state Sen. George S.Logan, R-Ansonia:

If you are a veteran looking for work or know of one, the 2018 Heroes 4 Hire Career Fair is the place to be on April 4 [Wednesday].

More than 90 companies will be on hand looking to add dedicated veterans to their workforce.

Visit ctjobfairs.com for a list of companies, positions, and directions to Rentschler Field in East Hartford.

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Logan to discuss employment issues with Labor Commissioner on TV show

George S. Logan 

HARTFORD - State Sen. George S. Logan’s next edition of “The Senate Reports” will feature Connecticut Department of Labor Commissioner Scott D. Jackson.

Jackson, who formerly served as Hamden’s mayor, will discuss the state agency’s many efforts and initiatives to help job seekers and employers in Hamden and throughout the state.

On the web: www.ct.gov/dol. 
The show airs April 4 on Access TV 22 (www.AccessTV.org) and will be viewable at www.SenatorGeorgeLogan.com. 

Logan, a Republican, represents Ansonia, Beacon Falls, Bethany, Derby, Hamden, Naugatuck, and Woodbridge. 
He can be reached at George.Logan@cga.ct.gov and at 800-842-1421.


This is a press release from Logan's office.

Job fair held for displaced workers at facilities in Shelton, Stratford

SHELTON - Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce President William Purcell said today a special job fair was held Wednesday at Altice USA (formerly Cablevision).

He said the fair was "a great success." The event featured 24 participating companies and several hundred candidates attended.

Purcell said Altice USA, the new owners of Cablevision and its Optimum Service, announced in August they will be closing their Customer Support and Back Office Operations in Shelton and Stratford.  

The closure of these two facilities is expected to impact as many as 600 associates, according to media reports. 

In an effort to assimilate these impacted employees into the local economy, Purcell said the Chamber was pleased to join with Cablevision, the Connecticut Department of Labor and The WorkPlace, Inc. in hosting a job fair exclusively for these employees.

Participating companies included Barnum Financial, Basement Systems, 3PL Worldwide, Sikorsky, A Lockheed Martin Company, Webster Bank, Curtiss Ryan Honda, Peralta Design, Sikorsky Credit Union, Housatonic Community College, Griffin Hospital, Post University, The WorkPlace, Inc. and the Connecticut Department of Labor, and more.

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.