Community Action offers free career workshops

From staff reports

If you or someone you know is unemployed, underemployed, or just having a hard time making the transition into today’s job market, Community Action, Inc.’s New Choices Career Development workshops will help.

Workshops are free and provide training in computer skills; career assessment and exploration; job search and readiness; stress reduction and time management; development of self-esteem and confidence; and the establishment of goals, resume preparation, and interview skills. Transportation and child care assistance may be provided while attending workshops.

New Choices Career Development graduates may also be eligible for financial assistance to further their education and training. You will want to hurry because workshops begin on Jan. 8.

If you are interested, contact Community Action for more information and to register, call (814) 226-4785, toll free at (800) 997-7661, or via email at careerdevelopment@jccap.org.