The MaineLinks Newsletter

Week of May 17, 2021

Training Resources & Information

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The Maine Department of Labor announced that it is tightening work search requirements for people on unemployment, reinstating the traditional work search requirements as of Sunday, May 23, 2021.  Those who were self-employed and now receiving unemployment must attest to engaging in activities designed to fully reopen their business, such as connecting with the Office of Business Development to explore the resources available to small businesses. Read more here!

The Maine Military and Community Network is a community effort to understand, prevent, and help address the challenges faced by current and former military members and their families, as well as their communities and to provide local resources to help them connect. MMCN is Maine’s official Joining Community Forces organization and works in partnership with MyVA Community.

The Upcoming!

Hiring Events: (Click on “Hiring Events” link for full list)

• Maine Virtual Career Fair ~ 5/17 – 5/21
• In-person Hiring Event: Central Aroostook Association 5/17
• Hospitality/Food Service/Retail/Wholesale/Customer Service Employment ~ 5/20
• Rescheduled ~ Construction Trades Employment VHE~ 5/21
• Virtual Hiring Event: Hospitality Sector Bangor area ~ 5/21

Workshops: (click on the “Workshop” link for more)

• Become an Expert at Navigating Resources and State Benefit Systems (SERIES) ~ 5/18
• Navigating Hiring Process for Individuals with a Criminal History ~ 5/18
• Maine's Employment & Training Program Info Session 5/18
• Zoom Basics & Job Search Essentials ~ 5/19
• Support for Unemployed Workers Affected by Opioid Crisis: Info Session ~ 5/19

FED Workshops:  

• Navigating USAJOBS - Finding & Applying for Fed Jobs 5/18
• LinkedIn Profiles for VETS ~ 5/18

Workforce Training:

• Southern Maine Community College ~ Ongoing
• No Cost Amazon Web Services Training ~ 5/18

SBA Webinar: Basic Business Startup ~ 5/24

Training Talk!

CareerCenters host a variety of job fairs as well as one-on-one meetings with a consultant, to develop employment or training plans. The CareerCenter can be reached by email at MaineDOL.CareerCenter@maine.gov, by phone at 207-623-7981, or by live-chat at MaineCareerCenter.gov. Those looking for work should visit the Maine JobLink, where there are thousands of jobs posted, including for remote work.

Apprenticeships benefit apprentices and employers alike. Apprentices learn on the job, obtain credentials, contribute to meaningful work, and earn a salary. Employers have loyal and productive workers, higher retention rates, and the opportunity to train apprentices according to their own standards and procedures. Over 55? Get help here!

May is:

National Mental Health Awareness Month

Employment First is "The Way Life Should Be" for all people with disabilities who dream of having a successful career in their community. Requesting an accommodation for a medical-related condition is most often an easy process.  However, deciding when or how to ask an employer can be stressful. 

National Military Appreciation Month

Not only do we pause on Memorial Day to remember the sacrifice & service of those who gave all, but May also holds several other military anniversaries & events, including Military Spouse Appreciation Day & Armed Forces day.

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Maine Department of Labor and Maine CareerCenters provide equal opportunity in employment and programs. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request.