The Ramaz/KJ Career Development Initiative Announces Its New Website
Go to www.ramazkjcareers.com for a portal into the career and business resources offered to members of the Ramaz/KJ community
The website enables members to access information about our networking, career coaching and mentoring programs, career transition and business seminars, and ways to get involved
There are also links to the Ramaz Alumni - KJ Family Career Network, our online networking group, and various web-based career and business resources
For more information or to get involved, please e-mail us at ramazkjcareers@gmail.com

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ORTHODOX UNION UPCOMING EVENTS

WEB DEVELOPER CLASSES
Wed. July 15-A registration fee of $36.00  for all 6 classes are required. This class is NOT available on-line

QuickBooks Beginners
Mon. July 13-A registration fee of $36.00  for all 6 classes are required. This class is NOT available on-line

Learn MAC/MAC’s Software
Tue. July 07-A registration fee of $25.00  for all 6 classes are required. This class is MAYBE available on-line. Multiple discounts are available if you take 2 or 3 classes.

Learn Adobe Photoshop
Tue. July 07- A registration fee of $25.00  for all 6 classes are required. This class is MAYBE available on-line. Multiple discounts are available if you take 2 or 3 classes.

Learn Microsoft Powerpoint
Tue. July 07- A registration fee of $25.00  for all 6 classes are required. This class is MAYBE available on-line. Multiple discounts are available if you take 2 or 3 classes.

To register for any or all these classes please go to http://www.oujobs.org/. If you need help in covering some costs of these classes we will try to see how to accommodate you.

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F·E·G·S

July 2009 JOB SEARCH WORKSHOPS

 

Please register for workshops with Abby Margulies by phone at 212-524-1754 or by email at amargulies@fegs.org

 

JOB SEARCH WORKSHOPS

 

Evaluate Your Career Interest: Skills Identification

Wednesday, July 1st

10:00AM-12:00PM

Facilitator: Louise Klaber

 

Half the challenge of finding a job is figuring out which career is best for you. In this workshop you will learn how to identify the skills that come most easily to you, and learn how to translate those skills into a viable career path.

 

 

Career Branding Part Two: Job Club

Thursday, July 2nd

10:00AM-12:00PM

Facilitator: Bari Rosner

 

Job club provides an opportunity for old and new members alike to check in on one another’s job search progress and to offer advice and encouragement to each other. This particular job club will focus on career branding. Once you know what you want to do, you must prove to employers that you are capable of doing it. Members will be asked to define their career skill set, and then work with the counselor and the group to express that most effectively on paper. We will look at ways to define your strengths and market the value you add to potential employers.

 

Job Search Support Group

Tuesday, July 7th

10:00AM-12:00PM

Facilitator: Naoko Hashimoto

 

Join others to discuss the difficulties of unemployment. Under the guidance of the facilitator, we will discuss strategies to reduce stress, better manage time, and regain control over the job search.

 

Creating a Resume With Pizzazz

Wednesday, July 8th

10:00AM-12:00PM

Facilitator: Louise Klaber

 

Your resume is your ticket for an interview. Employers need to see that you are not only an outstanding individual, but the best person for their job as well. In this workshop we will discuss practical ways to make your skills and experience stand out, and look at strategies to make each of your resumes prove that you are the ideal candidate for the job!

 

Job Search Is Sales

Thursday, July 9th

10:00AM-12:00PM

Facilitator: Kera Greene

 

You are your own best advertisement. In this job market, you must view your skill set as a commodity and develop the best marketing plan to sell yourself to a future employer. This workshop will cover ways to create targeted marketing materials to make you stand out both on paper and in person.

 

Advanced LinkedIn

Monday, July 13th

9:30-11:30

Facilitator: Naoko Hashimoto

 

So you’ve created an account with LinkedIn. Now what? This workshop will look at ways to use LinkedIn to develop your professional network, meet people through groups, and utilize the extra applications available on the LinkedIn site.

 

Handling Difficult Interview Questions

Wednesday, July 15th

10:00AM-12:00PM

Facilitator: Louise Klaber

 

Don’t let an unexpected interview question or a lack of preparation catch you off guard. This workshop will provide you with a step-by-step guide to navigating the interview process, from researching the company before you arrive to writing a stand-out thank you note once you leave.

 

The Internet Job Search

Monday, July 20th

9:30-11:30

Facilitator: Naoko Hashimoto

 

Frustrated with a lack of responses from your Internet job search? The Internet is a great place to find a job, but is often times overwhelming. In this workshop we will look at ways to make the most of your time spent online, and how to develop an effective method for Internet job hunting.

 

Interview Role Play

Wednesday, July 22nd

10:00AM-12:00PM

Facilitator: Kera Greene

 

One mistake in an interview can cost you the job. This workshop will help you to identify common mistakes and to develop strategies that will strengthen your interviews. We will look at a variety of interview questions and practice effective responses. We will also discuss the different types of interview situations you may find yourself in and create strategies to handle challenging questions.

 

Communicating Your Message: Accomplishment Statements

Thursday, July 23rd

10:00AM-12:00PM

Facilitator: Kera Greene

 

Stating that you can do a task on your resume is not enough; proving it is crucial. A resume shouldn’t be a laundry list of tasks that you have performed, but an advertisement for yourself that shows why you were valuable to your last employer. In this workshop you will learn how to write winning accomplishment statements on your resume, and how to build on them during the interview.

 

Advanced LinkedIn

Monday, July 27th

9:30-11:30

Facilitator: Naoko Hashimoto

 

So you’ve created an account with LinkedIn. Now what? This workshop will look at ways to use LinkedIn to develop your professional network, meet people through groups, and utilize the extra applications available on the LinkedIn site.

 

Closing the Deal: Negotiating Salary and Conditions of Employment

Wednesday, July 29th

10:00AM-12:00PM

Facilitator: Louise Klaber

 

You’ve been offered the job. They say, “Here’s the Salary.”  How do you respond? Don’t let simple mistakes prevent you from getting the job you have worked hard for. In this workshop we will discuss the appropriate time to talk salary and strategies for negotiating in this difficult economic environment.

 

 

Finding the Right Job for the New You: Job Club

Thursday, July 30th

10:00AM-12:00PM

Facilitator: Bari Rosner

 

Job club provides an opportunity for old and new members alike to check in on one another’s job search progress and to offer advice and encouragement to each other. This particular job club will focus on taking the next step in your career. Once you know what you want to do, you must prove to employers that you are capable of doing it. Members will be asked to define their career skill set, and then work with the counselor and the group to express that most effectively on paper. We will look at ways to define your strengths and market the value you add to potential employers.

 

For Further Information About FEGS Health and Human Services System
Our Network of Programs and Services, Career Opportunities, and Job Listing Service For Employers
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