SERVICES

We partner with you to customize a service plan.

career coaching & planning

We work together with vocational service providers to identify options and solutions to job placement issues. Professional clerical support is provided every step of the way. We start by:

• Conducting an in-depth intake interview - we take the time to learn about background, education, experience, technical proficiency, work preferences, interpersonal skills, and limitations

• Using transferable skills analysis and self assessments

• Guiding and/or conducting career research

• Recommending skill building and bridging

• Identifying barriers and providing solutions to them

• Matching client skills and abilities with real world jobs

JOB DEVELOPMENT

Providing qualified leads is paramount to job search success for both the employee and employer. Our experienced job placement specialists and job developers work together with clients to identify positions that match their skills, preferences, and abilities.

Our job development services include:

• Lead identification through cold calls, web sourcing, and networking

• Skill building opportunities through volunteerism, on-the-job training and internships

• Developing and coordinating job interviews and informational interviews

job seeking skills training

We work closely with our clients to develop strategies to help them compete successfully in a competitive labor market. Instruction is provided in the latest job search techniques and practices. Our job seeking skills program covers:

• Targeted resume & cover letter writing

• Application guidance

• Interviewing skills and formal mock practice interviews

• Step by step instructions for researching and finding prospective jobs

• Prudent use of job-specific internet sites

• Use of social media and development of online profiles

• Customized job search resources

• Building and using a network

• Target list development using relevant directories

• Scripts for making initial and follow up calls to employers

• Extensive guidance on addressing work restrictions and limitations

• Computer skills training for job searching

labor market surveys

We provide comprehensive career surveys and reports that answer questions about job prospects and labor market conditions. Our surveys include:

• Job descriptions

• Wage and statistical information

• Employment outlook

• Education, experience, skill and value requirements

• Physical demands

• Input from local employers

• A list of current job openings

• Facts from educational institutions about their programs and placement stats

• Informational interview opportunities