"This is your first step for a great opportunity to join the Carpenters’ Union. Our goal is to recruit, train, and employ the next generation of skilled carpenters in the State of New York."
Binghamton Info Session: Dec. 2, 2019, 6:00pm, 23 Market St., Binghamton, NY. For more information call 315-455-5797.
Utica Info Session: Dec. 2, 2019, 6:00pm, 207 Genesee St., Utica, NY. For more information call 315-455-5797.
Offered by the Richfield Springs Public Library & Maple Lane Consultants
The Classes
The GED prep classes will be offered starting in January 2020 and will be based on the schedule of participants. Class enrollment will be on a rolling basis.
Signing Up
Participants must be over 16 years of age. An application must be completed online or in person prior to classes beginning. You can sign up at the Richfield Springs Public Library or at https://forms.gle/ZMAa9nvhsCZvH5Jr6
What’s Included
This class includes a GED prep book, access to a computer (during class time) and all the accessories you may need, including: Pens/Pencils, Notebook, Calculator, Headphones.
Library Hours
Monday, Wednesday-Friday 11-5
Tuesday 11-8
Saturday 10-2
Richfield Springs Public Library
315-858-0230
102 Main St., Richfield Springs, NY 13439
Rs.forbes@4cls.org
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When: December 5, 2019 from 10:30am to 2:30pm
Where: Noriwch CDO Workforce, 1 O'Hara Drive, Norwich, NY
Bring a resume and dress for an interview!
When: Tuesday, November 12, 2019
12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Where: CDO Workforce 1 O’Hara Dr. Norwich
Bring a resume and be prepared to complete an application
When: Wednesday, November 13th, at 2 PM
Where: CDO Workforce Center, 12 Dietz St., Oneonta
Misty Fields, Associate Director of Admissions at SUNY Delhi, will be at the CDO Workforce Center in Oneonta and will provide information about the application process, financial aid, and training & career programs with SUNY Delhi & other SUNY Colleges.
SUNY Delhi’s Information Session is an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking information:
Explore SUNY Delhi’s Academic Programs
Connect with SUNY Delhi Admissions Counselor
Learn about the Admissions Process & Transfer Credit
Discover Excelsior Scholarship-Free Tuition @ SUNY Colleges
Learn about Financial Aid
How to find SUNY Campuses & Training Opportunities
Information about Programs for Students with Disabilities
No Reservations Needed, Walk-ins Are Welcome.
For more information call or visit CDO Workforce Center, 12 Dietz St in Oneonta, 607-432-4800 x 100
You are invited to join the Oneonta Job Corps Academy CDO Workforce and the Otsego County Chamber of Commerce for The Attitude of Gratitude Career and Education Expo.
When: Wednesday November 20, 2019
Noon to 4:00pm
Where: Oneonta/Cooperstown Quality Inn
5206 NY-23, Oneonta, NY 13820
Set Up and Lunch from 11:00am to 12:00pm.
Open to the Public, we welcome you and your organization/business to come showcase education, careers and opportunities available.
Please RSVP to reserve a table to the Career Transition Service Administrative Assistant,
Virginia Perez by Wednesday, Nov. 15th, 2019. perez.virginia@jobcorps.org / 607-431-1447
No pre-registration required. Bring with you: copies of your resume, your smile and your best attitude!
Veterans Welcome!
Businesses Confirmed as Attending:
1. SUNY Delhi Admissions
2. SUNY Morrisville Admissions
3. Bassett Hospital
4. Chestnut Park Nursing
5. Robinson Terrace
6. Chase Memorial
7. Cooperstown Centers
8. Catskill Hospice
9. Bimbo Bakeries USA
10. Army Recruiter
11. Job Corps HR
12. Job Corps Admissions
13. Job Corps Advanced Training
14. US Care Systems
15. Pathfinder Village
16. Birnie Bus
17. Oneonta Block Company
The Arc Otsego provides support to assist people with intellectual and other developmental disabilities to fulfill their personal dreams and ambitions.
Their vision is that all people with disabilities will be afforded the same rights and opportunities as all citizens and will be accepted by and enjoy participation in the full spectrum of community life.
"We affirm the rights and dignity of all people and believe that each individual, through his or her unique abilities, makes a valuable contribution to the community in which he or she lives," says The Arc Otsego
"The Arc Otsego has a mission to enrich the lives of not only the people we support, but of our employees. We strive to be the employer of choice by offering more than a competitive wage; superior benefit packages and the chance to develop a career are part of what makes our Team unique."
The Arc Otsego is hiring!
The brief addresses:
How can the City and State proactively connect their economic development priorities and investments to train the right workforce for good paying jobs?
What evidence-based practices should be scaled to increase the ability of skilled workers, primarily from non-traditional educational pathways or underutilized labor pools, to meet the growing employer demand?
What City and State policies can be enacted to expand and align quality job training opportunities for New Yorkers?
How can the City and State proactively align economic and workforce agendas to recruit good jobs for New Yorkers?
How is the City and State tracking and measuring resources and programs related to workforce development to understand what is working and where to make improvements?
Don't miss the 'Hiring Our Heroes' Job and Resource Fair on Thursday, November 14th from 1:00pm to 3:30pm at Sidney American Legion at 22 Union Street in Sidney.
Employers will be connected to a viable workforce consisting of veterans who are eager to obtain employment.
Present information about your company and job openings.
Employers be prepared to interview applicants, accept resumes, and offer advice about how to prepare for employment with your company.
Event promotion is targeted to job seeking veterans.
There is no fee to participate , but registration is required.
A table with two chairs will be provided.
The ' Hiring Our Heroes' Job and Resource Fair will feature representatives from the Small Business Administration, SCORE and local financial lenders.
This event is sponsored by the New York State Department of Labor, Delaware County Veterans Service Agency and the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce,
To register and reserve a table contact Debbie Bender at NYDOL at 607-432-4800 x101 or email debra.bender@labor.ny.gov.
Full time and Part time positions available.
When: Tues., Nov. 5th, 2019, Noon - 3:00pm
Where: Norwich CDO Workforce, 1 O'Hara Drive, Norwich, NY
Minimum Requirements:
• Must be at least age 18.
• Must have a reliable means of communication.
• Must have a reliable means of transportation.
• Must have the legal right to work in the United States.
• Must have the ability to effectively speak, read, and write English.
• Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Must be willing to undergo a drug screen.
• Must be willing to undergo a background check.
Open Positions
Direct Support Professional
NY1319351 Responsible for working with program participants, adults ages 18 and above. The DSP will write or assist in writing reports, perform routine household cleaning and upkeep, assist and plan activities, administer medications per orders, and perform related tasks as directed by the house supervisor.
High school diploma or GED. NYS Driver’s license required. 2nd and 3rd Shift
**Ask a staff person for more information regarding the specific position requirements and to schedule an interview time.
Bring a resume and be prepared to complete an application.
Reservations preferred. Walk-ins are welcome.
Where: Norwich CDO Workforce, 1 O'Hara Drive, Norwich, NY
When: Thursday, Oct. 24, 2019 - 9:00am - Noon
Interview times are being scheduled and sign-up is at the Front Desk at Norwich CDO Workforce, or you may call 607-334-2201 ext. 127 to make a reservation.
Temporary Production Assistant needed at Saputo ASAP - 30-60 days but could be longer for the right people
Safe and efficient operation of equipment.
Set-up, operate and replenish fiber, fiber gluer and/or taping equipment.
Ability to follow standard operating procedures SOPs in detail without deviation.
Identify and effectively communicate any out-of-specification product conditions. Follow the established notification protocol.
Accurately and neatly complete production records and documents.
Perform product reclaim and rework operations in accordance with reclaim guidelines.
Follow all established occupational health and safety procedures.
Follow all established GMPs and Food Safety requirements.
Cross-train with other departments.
Perform good housekeeping within established housekeeping guidelines.
Comply with federal, state and local dairy food regulations.
Adhere to the Saputo Code of Ethics, actively apply the Saputo Company Values and Workplace Climate Policy.
Work together with co-workers and other department personnel.
Other duties as required by management.
Job Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Strong math skills.
Strong technical skills, ability to operate and understand equipment controls, touch panels and mechanical operations.
Successful completion of drug screen and background check.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated work history.
Good attendance is a must.
Where: Delhi CDO Workforce, 1 Courthouse Square, Ste. 3, Delhi, NY
When: Thursdays in October at 2:00pm - Next event Thursday, Oct. 24th
Call 607-832-5777 for more information.
Learn what employers look for in a resume. This workshop will give you the tools to fine tune your current resume. Please bring your current resume to the workshop.
When: Nov. 7th, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Where: Norwich CDO Workforce, 1 O'Hara Drive, Norwich, NY
Free. Call 607-334-2201, ext. 127 to register.
Find out how to make a good impression at a Job Fair. Be prepared to meet employers and ask the questions that will get you noticed. Find out what to expect at a Job Fair. Learn how to prepare for a successful visit to a Job Fair.
When: Nov. 6th, 10:00am - 11:30am
Where: Norwich CDO Workforce, 1 O'Hara Drive, Norwich, NY
To register call 607-334-2201, ext. 127
You're invited to the Community Job Fair on November 13th!
Looking for a job or interested in starting a career?
Want to know what local businesses are looking for when hiring?
BRING YOUR RESUME— BUSINESSES ARE HIRING!
This one-day event will bring high school students and job seekers from the community together to explore career opportunities in and around Chenango County. Attendees will be able to talk one-on-one with representatives of corporate, small business, government, and non-profit organizations.
When: Nov. 13th, 11:00am - 6:00pm
Where: SUNY Morrisville - Norwich Campus, 20 Conkey Ave, Norwich, NY
When: Friday, Oct. 18, 2019, Noon - 2:00pm
Where: Mohawk Valley Community College, Utica Campus
FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT MVCC.EDU/MFGDAY
Happy Columbus Day!
All CDO Workforce offices are closed on Monday, October 14th for the Columbus Day holiday.
Now accepting business registrations - registrations must be received by Nov. 2, 2019
Where:
The Commons
4350 Euphrates River Valley Road, Fort Drum, NY 13602
Download Registration Form (Must submit by Oct. 31, 2019)
Contact Desmond C. Jones, Transition Services Specialist with any questions: 315-772-2048 or Email: desmond.c.jones.civ@mail.mil
CDO Workforce is celebrating National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM).
The purpose of National Disability Employment Awareness Month is to educate about disability employment issues and celebrate the many and varied contributions of America's workers with disabilities. This year's theme is "The Right Talent, Right Now."
Workplaces welcoming of the talents of all people, including people with disabilities, are a critical part of our efforts to build an inclusive community and strong economy. In this spirit, CDO Workforce is recognizing National Disability Employment Awareness Month this October to raise awareness about disability employment issues and celebrate the contributions of people with disabilities.
For job seekers with a disability, CDO Workforce can provide on-going support and disability services resources including informational workshops, job placement, job retention, benefits counseling, and career guidance. CDO Workforce also provides comprehensive services that focus on assisting out-of-school youth with disabilities in the Chenango, Delaware and Otsego area.
For Businesses who would like more information about hiring workers with disabilities, CDO Workforce offers a wealth of information, resources and supports, including information about incentives and disability inclusion, and why hiring people with disabilities is “good business.”
On Friday, October 11, 2019, CDO Workforce is co-sponsoring a free seminar: Autism in the Workplace. The Seminar will cover what the Autism Spectrum is, how it may present in the workplace, onboarding and retention best practices, review of possible accommodations, and addressing stigma and false assumptions about Autism. Presenter: Janine Kruiswijk, Executive Director of the Autism Society of the Greater Capital Region. Doors Open at 8:30am – Program 9am – Noon, at Springbrook’s Oneonta Community Campus, 5588 State Highway 7, in Oneonta. Register in advance at otsegodelawarejsec@gmail.com
As the local Chenango, Delaware and Otsego area American Job Center partner, there is never a charge for CDO Workforce services-- to businesses or job seekers. More information can be found about CDO Workforce services and supports by going to the disability-related pages on our website: For Businesses and For Job Seekers at www.cdoworkforce.org and the CDO Workforce Disability Employment Initiative Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/CDOWorkforceDEI / @CDOWorkforceDEI.
