Howard County Office of Workforce Development:
Provides personalized employment services to assist jobseekers
and employers with their workforce development needs. Services
offered include: Short term courses or Training assistance
to meet Labor Market demands, GED/Basic Adult Education,
Employment and Career Consultation, Resume Enhancement &
Interviewing Techniques, Job Placement Assistance, Youth
Services, Referral Services, and Outplacement Assistance
for employers who may be downsizing. Contact Stephanie Hill
for more information 410-290-2620.
Maryland Workforce Exchange: If you are interested
in finding a better job or career,
Maryland Workforce Exchange allows you to search for
current openings in your community. You can create multiple
resumes to apply for posted jobs, research in demand careers,
and find occupational training that meets your needs. The
Maryland Workforce Exchange is available 24 hours a day
7 days a week from your home computer.
Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS): Programs
and services that help people with significant disabilities
go to work in careers of their choice and become independent
in their homes and communities. For more information call
410-290-2640 or visit the
DORS website.
Disability Navigator: The Navigator enhances the
capacity of One-Stop partners to assist job seekers with
disabilities to 'navigate' the various programs and systems,
and be a resource for the business community. Contact Shelia
Little for information at 410-290-2620.
Veteran Services: In addition to helping veterans
find employment and training opportunities, veteran staff
provide vocational guidance, referral to supportive services
and case management services to veterans with significant
barriers to employment. Contact Orion Jones at 410-290-2606 for more information.
Professional Outplacement Assistance Center (POAC):
Provides assistance to individuals who are in the professional,
technical, and managerial occupations. POAC offers seminars,
workshops and counseling aimed at returning the professional
to work quickly. To register call 410-290-2630 or enroll
online.
Employment Service and Resource Center: Meet with
consultants to discuss job search strategies, employment
referral and placement and other workforce services. Access
copiers, faxes and phones for use in your job search, videos,
books and workshops on job search topics. Utilize computers
with Microsoft Office, Internet access and laser printers
for your job search activities. Discuss your resume with
Certified Professional Resume Writers or
prepare your resume on Word or on Resume Deluxe, a user-friendly
software program. Utilize EmployOn, a web
based system that helps the workforce development system
focus on its key mission: helping people find jobs and identifying
more employers that are hiring.
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