Greater Raritan

Women’s Bureau-Empowering Care Workers: Policy Insights & Support for a Day Without Childcare
2024-05-13 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
The U.S. Department of Labor Women’s Bureau will present a webinar, “Empowering Care Workers: Policy Insights & Support for a Day Without Childcare,” from 4 to 5 p.m. Monday, May 13.
The purpose of this event is to amplify the work of the Women’s Bureau and the participating panelists in reducing the caregiver penalty and addressing the undervaluation of workers in the care economy. This virtual event aims to uplift the rights of care workers, by discussing key policy recommendations and reforms, highlighting policy papers and short films that seek to shift the narrative around the care economy and its workers, and raising awareness of this day of action and how people can connect with it in their cities and states.
To register, click here.

11th Annual Culture of Health Conference
2024-05-10 08:00 - 16:00 | Ocean Place Resort and Spa, 1 Ocean Blvd., Long Branch, NJ, 07740, United States
The NJ YMCA State Alliance is hosting the 11th Annual Culture of Health Conference on Friday, May 10, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Ocean Place Resort and Spa, 1 Ocean Boulevard, Long Branch.
The theme for this year’s conference is Navigating Systems for Deepening Community Impact. Through breakout sessions and keynote addresses, the systems and social drivers that play a critical role in advancing health equity within our communities will be explored.
Registration is $45 per person. Use the link or QR code in this flyer to register. Registration closes on May 6.

GRWDB Operations Committee meeting – In-person and via GoToMeeting
2024-05-09 14:00 - 14:45 | 27 Warren St, Somerville, NJ 08876, 27 Warren St., Somerville, NJ, 08876, United States
Through policy, oversight, and planning, the GRWDB ensures that workforce training and education investments are responsive to and meet the needs of employers and jobseekers and is responsible for maintaining committees to help inform decision-making around services and priorities for targeted populations. One of those includes the GRWDB’s One-Stop Operations Committee, which provides strategy and direction for the services and programs offered by the One-Stop locations in Flemington (Hunterdon County) and Somerville (Somerset County).
Attendees may either join in person by going to 27 Warren St., second-floor conference room, Somerville, or via GoToMeeting.
GRWDB Operations Committee meeting
May 9, 2024, 2:00 – 2:45 PM
Please join the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://meet.goto.com/149665181
You can also dial in using your phone.
Access Code: 149-665-181
United States: +1 (872) 240-3212
Meeting agendas are posted here on the GRWDB website.
Newcomers, please RSVP to info@thegrwdb.org for more information!

Norwescap Job Readiness series in Flemington: Office 365 Excel day 1
2024-05-09 08:45 - 13:00 | NORWESCAP Flemington, 84 Park Ave., Suite E-104, Flemington, NJ, 08822, United States
Job Readiness Computer Skills will be offered in May by Norwescap in an in-person training series at the agency’s training center at 84 Park Ave. The free series will run from 8:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. using agency computers and Internet:
May 7: Introduction to #GoogleDocs Learn, how to format, create documents and save them on #GoogleDrive.
May 9: Office 365 Excel day 1, to create spreadsheets and charts.
May 14: Office 365 Excel day 2– Continue working on spreadsheets and charts
May 16: Office 365 Google Sheets – Learn how to create spreadsheets and save to Google Drive.
May 23: Office 365 PowerPoint day 1 to create professional presentations
May 28: Office 365 PowerPoint day 2 to create professional presentations
May 30: Google Presentations – Learn how to create a presentation and save it in Google Drive.
And lastly, on May 30, The Career & Life Club will present Getting Comfy with Public Speaking at noon via Zoom. Participants will learn an easy, fun way to get comfortable with public speaking as well as about Opportunities to Practice Your Leadership Skills, with Toastmasters.
Registration for the session is required. Call Terry at 908-788-1435.

NJDOL Employer Lunch and Learn: Labor Market Information
2024-05-08 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual Event
The New Jersey Department of Labor’s Lunch and Learn Information Session on Wednesday, May 8, from 12 to 1 p.m. will focus on Labor Market Information. Participants will take a dive into the every-changing labor market in New Jersey and learn about resources that can help navigate the data waters.
The event will be held on MS Teams.
To join Online, click on Join the meeting now; Meeting ID: 269 055 340 207; Passcode: [REDACTED]
By phone: 856-338-7074; ID: 565 097 856#.

Edison Job Corps Open House
2024-05-08 09:00 - 15:00 | Edison Job Corps Center, 500 Plainfield Ave., Edison, NJ, 08817, United States
Join Edison Job Corps and its apprenticeship sponsors are hosting an Open House on Wednesday, May 8, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Edison Job Corps Center, 500 Plainfield Ave., Edison.
This event highlighting Youth Registered Apprenticeship programs will include a special tour of the facility, interactive workshops, and presentations from industry, workforce development experts, and government officials. This event is part of the inaugural nationwide Youth Apprenticeship Week celebration.
Employer and community partners will be on hand to meet with students and representatives from local high schools and vocational training schools to learn more about the opportunities in apprenticeships for youth.
The event will include trade fair with information on training and opportunities in different unions for apprenticeships. Participating Trades include carpentry, Bricklaying, HVAC, Auto, and Electrical Wiring and Building Construction Technology. Culinary trades will prepare and serve lunch.
Registration is available at https://forms.gle/GeHjnUGuULCZZpnC9.

GRWDB Literacy Committee meeting – In-person and virtual
2024-05-07 14:00 - 14:45 | In-person at Somerset County Human Services building or via GoToMeeting, 27 Warren St., second-floor conference room, Somerville, NJ, 08876, United States
Through policy, oversight, and planning, the GRWDB ensures that workforce training and education investments are responsive to and meet the needs of employers and jobseekers and is responsible for maintaining committees to help inform decision-making around services and priorities for targeted populations. One of those includes the GRWDB’s Literacy Committee, which works with Title II literacy providers and volunteer literacy organizations in Hunterdon and Somerset counties to ensure literacy training is connected to the other services offered in Greater Raritan’s workforce system.
The agenda will include a review of the First Step Basic English program and a discussion about literacy services/gaps in Hunterdon County. Meeting agendas can be found here on the GRWDB website.
The meeting will be hybrid, in-person in the second-floor conference room at 27 Warren St., Somerville, and on GoToMeeting. To join the meeting virtually:
GRWDB Literacy Committee meeting
May 7, 2024, 2:00 – 2:45 PM
Please join the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://meet.goto.com/471744229
You can also dial in using your phone.
Access Code: 471-744-229
United States: +1 (872) 240-3412
All are welcomed to attend. Newcomers, please RSVP to info@thegrwdb.org to join.

Become a Health Care Hero Recruitment Event at Middlesex College
2024-05-07 10:00 - 13:30 | Middlesex College, 2600 Woodbridge Ave., Edison, NJ, 08818, United States
Middlesex County is hosting a Become a Health Care Hero Event on Tuesday, May 7, from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Middlesex College, West Hall, 2600 Woodbridge Ave., Edison.
The event will present the opportunity to connect with a range of healthcare organizations, all actively seeking talented individuals to fill more than 1,000 open positions around the county. The event is appropriate for a seasoned professional or someone just starting a healthcare career journey.
Here’s what to expect:

Meet face-to-face with representatives from leading healthcare providers.
Explore a variety of career paths in social work, nursing, therapy, medical assisting, remote customer service positions, instructors, and more.
Learn about benefits packages and career development programs.

Attendees are reminded to bring an updated resume, and a positive attitude and a passion for making a difference.
All are welcomed but registration is encouraged. Scan the QR code in this flyer or use this link.

Norwescap Job Readiness series in Flemington: Intro to GoogleDocs
2024-05-07 08:45 - 13:00 | NORWESCAP Flemington, 84 Park Ave., Suite E-104, Flemington, NJ, 08822, United States

GRWDB Youth Apprenticeship Week Career Event at RVCC
2024-05-06 17:30 - 19:30 | Raritan Valley Community College Event Center, 118 Lamington Road, Branchburg, NJ, 08876, United States
The Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board (GRWDB) is hosting a community Career Event in recognition and celebration of the U.S. Department of Labor’s 1st Youth Apprenticeship Week (YAW), with businesses, agencies and job seekers gathering at Raritan Valley Community College on Monday, May 6, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Youth Apprenticeship Week (YAW) is a nationwide celebration that highlights the benefits and value of Registered apprenticeship program opportunities for youth, ages 16 to 24.
The GRWDB Youth Apprenticeship Week Career Event, featuring businesses and agencies with apprenticeship and career information, is open to all community members, with a special emphasis on high school, middle school students and college students, recent graduates, job seekers in transition, parents, and guidance counselors. The event will include networking, a light meal, and a program presentation from 6 to 6:30 p.m. featuring young workers sharing their apprenticeship experience and how it has transformed their lives.
This event is open to all community members. Walk-ins are welcomed, but community members have the option to register by using the link in this flyer, or by going to https://bit.ly/443v9Zf.
The U.S. Department of Labor Office of Apprenticeship will be in attendance, offering information to businesses and job seekers about the value of the apprenticeship career pathway model. Local businesses and agencies sharing information include: ADC/BAC of NJ Local #5, Adult Day Center of Somerset County, American Pool, CEA, County College of Morris, Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters,, Girl Scouts Heart of NJ, Greater Somerset County YMCA, Hunterdon County Vocational School, Magna-Power Electronics, Middle Earth, New Jersey American Water, N.J. Department of Corrections, N.J. High Education Student Assistance Authority, Raritan Learning Cooperative, Raritan Valley Community College, Right at Home, Rowan University, Schaible’s Plumbing, Senior Helpers, ShopRite of Hunterdon County, Somerset County, Somerset County Vocational and Technical School, Sun Run, U.S. Postal Service, and Visions and Pathways.
Here is the floor plan for the event along with information on the participating employers and agencies. Visitors can park in Lot 1 and proceed to the Conference Center.
For more information, contact GRWDB Contract Compliance and Engagement Specialist Jeanne Cassano at jcassano@co.somerset.nj.us or at 908-541-5785.
The GRWDB’s event is just one of many happening across the country. For more information, visit Youth Apprenticeship Week | Apprenticeship.gov

Paterson Job Fair
2024-05-03 10:00 - 14:00 | Paterson City Hall, 155 Market St., Paterson, NJ, 07501, United States
The NJ Reentry Corp. is presenting the Paterson Job Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, May 3, at Paterson City Hall, 155 Market St., Paterson.
A variety of organizations will be on hand, including The Funplex, the U.S. Postal Service, RISE Dispensary, the Action Staffing Group, CarePlus New Jersey and many more.
For more information, contact Sean Drake at sdrake@njreentry.org (call 551-256.9061) or Jennifer Valdivia at jvaldivia@njreentry.org (call 551.256.9055).

New Jersey Apprenticeship Technical Assistance Collaborative Spring 2024 Convening
2024-04-30 09:00 - 15:00 | Mercer County Community College Conference Center, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor, NJ, 08550, United States
The New Jersey Apprenticeship Technical Assistance Collaborative (NJ-ATAC) is hosting its Spring 2024 Convening on Tuesday, April 30, from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Mercer County Community College’s West Windsor Campus Conference Center, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor.
NJ A-TAC is a statewide initiative supported by the New Jersey Department of Labor and operated by the New Jersey Council of County Colleges, in partnership with nationally recognized experts from AIR and Jobs for the Future (JFF). A-TAC provides technical assistance designed to help expand Registered Apprenticeship programs in New Jersey, with a goal of promoting best in class diversity, equity, and inclusion practices.
Representatives involved with registered apprenticeship from workforce boards, One-Stop Career Centers, community colleges, and other education and workforce partners are invited to attend this free event with the NJ A-TAC team, along with leaders from the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Apprenticeship and the New Jersey Department of Labor.
At the Spring 2024 Apprenticeship Convening, apprenticeship partners will learn more about:

Outreach and Relationship Building
Registration Process
Program Standards Development and Approval Processes
Recruitment and Partner Support
Strategic Planning in Action

The Spring 2024 Apprenticeship Convening will offer opportunities to collaborate on the strategic alignment of resources, investments, and efforts across the workforce and education system to achieve New Jersey’s vision for Registered Apprenticeship expansion.
To register go here.

Norwescap Core Computer Skills series in Flemington: Office365
2024-04-30 08:45 - 13:00 | NORWESCAP Flemington, 84 Park Ave., Suite E-104, Flemington, NJ, 08822, United States
Norwescap’s Core Computer Skills series is designed to help class participants build a strong foundation using computers.
On Tuesday, April 30, Norwescap’s Flemington training center, at 84 Park Ave., will host a class on using Office365 Word to create professional documents.
The class, using the agency’s computers and Internet, will run from 8:45 a.m. to 1 p.m.
To reserve a seat, call 908-788-1453.

Norwescap Core Computer Skills series in Spanish in North Plainfield: Office365 Day 2
2024-04-30 08:45 - 13:00 | NORWESCAP North Plainfield, 170 Watchung Ave., lower level, North Plainfield, 07060, United States
Norwescap’s Core Computer Skills series is designed to help class participants build a strong foundation using computers. The April free series will be conducted in Spanish and in person at Norwescap’s North Plainfield training center, at 170 Watchung Ave., using the agency’s computers and internet. Class time for the following classes is 8:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. Para ver el folleto del evento en español, haga clic aquí.
The class schedule:
Tuesday, April 16 – Basic Computer Knowledge – Build a foundation of computer terms and understand how Windows the operating system works.
Thursday, April 18 – File Management – Learn how to organize and find files, save them where they belong, copy and move files and much more. Also learn tips and tricks for finding and saving favorite websites and pages.
Tuesday, April 23 – Know Your email App – Learn the importance of creating a professional email account, organizing and controlling incoming emails, personalized signatures and much more. Participants also will learn how to take advantage of the many features in your email Calendar. Never miss an appointment again!
Thursday, April 25 and Tuesday, April 30 – Office365 Word. Learn how to create professional documents.
To reserve a seat, call 908-900-0060 ext. 1502.

Registered Nurse Hiring Event at RWJUH New Brunswick.
2024-04-28 11:00 - 13:00 | RWJUH New Brunswick, 1 Robert Wood Johnson Place, New Brunswick, NJ, 08901, United States
RWJUH New Brunswick is hosting a Brunch Time Registered Nurse Hiring Event from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, April 28, at the hospital at 1 Robert Wood Johnson University Place, New Brunswick.
The event will feature brunch-themed snacks and beverages. Attendees will learn about available positions, and on-the-spot interviews will be available from nursing hiring leaders.
For more information visit https://www.rwjbh.org/careers.

Central Jersey College Prep Charter School Job Fair
2024-04-25 16:00 - 18:00 | Central Jersey College Prep Charter School, 101 Mettlers Road, Somerset, NJ, 08873, United States
Central Jersey College Prep Charter School at 101 Mettlers Road, Somerset section of Franklin, is hosting a Job Fair from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday, April 25, at the school.
Job seekers are invited to attend and learn about the many benefits the school offers, including tuition reimbursement, professional development assistance, a 401K retirement plan and more.
Email info@cjcollegeprep.org.

Career Webinar: Which Job is Right For Me?
2024-04-25 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
At noon on Thursday, 25, Norwescap’s Career & Life Club will present the webinar, Which Job is Right For Me?
Career Coach Jan Goodman will lead a discussion of how to unearth your natural tendencies, enjoyable skills, and interests, so that you can land a job you love, and happily remain there. Goodman is part of the Great Raritan One-Stop Career Training Center team.
To register for the class, call 908-788-1453.

Norwescap Core Computer Skills series in Spanish in North Plainfield: Office365 Day 1
2024-04-25 08:45 - 13:00 | NORWESCAP North Plainfield, 170 Watchung Ave., lower level, North Plainfield, 07060, United States

RVCC Adult Learners' College Health Science Information Session
2024-04-24 17:30 - 19:30 | Raritan Valley Community College Event Center, 118 Lamington Road, Branchburg, NJ, 08876, United States
Members of the community interested in learning more about various programs offered through Raritan Valley Community College’s Adult Learners’ College are invited to attend one of two special Information Sessions in April.
The college will conduct an Adult Learners’ College Business Degree Information Session on Tuesday, April 16, from 5:30-7:30 p.m., in the RVCC Atrium. An Adult Learners’ College Health Science Information Session is set for Wednesday, April 24, 5:30-7:30 p.m., in the College’s Event Center. Both will be held at RVCC’s Branchburg campus.
During the April 16 session, faculty members from the Business and Public Service Department will be on hand to present information and answer questions about RVCC’s Business degrees.
The April 24 session focusing on healthcare programs will offer attendees an opportunity to meet with faculty and staff from the College’s Health Science Education Department, as well as representatives from the non-credit allied health programs.
Both events will include information about applying to RVCC, support services designed for non-traditional students, and paying for college and financial aid options.
RVCC’s Adult Learners’ College is designed for adults age 25 and older who are looking to complete their college degree, explore a new career path, gain additional training, get a promotion at work, be the first member of their family to attend college, or improve their English. Seven-week semesters will be offered for some programs, providing adult students with a schedule designed to help them balance work, school, and family obligations. Adult students may enroll in workforce, certificate, or degree programs.
RVCC’s Fall 2024 Semester begins August 28.
To register for an Information Session, go to http://www.raritanval.edu/visit. For additional information about the Adult Learners’ College or the Information Sessions, email adult.college@raritanval.edu or visit http://www.raritanval.edu/adult-learners.

Resources for Employers to Pay for Training and Degrees
2024-04-24 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual Event
New Jersey Higher Education Student Assistance Authority (HESAA) is hosting a webinar at noon on Wednesday, April 24, for employers to learn about resources that can be used to pay for employee training and postsecondary degrees.
NJ State Higher Education Financial Aid can complement existing benefits packages.
Go here to register for this webinar.

Assemblyman Joe Danielsen Job Fair
2024-04-24 10:00 - 14:00 | The Imperia, 1414 Easton Ave., Somerset, NJ, 08873, United States
Assemblyman Joe Danielsen is hosting a Free Job Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, April 24, at The Imperia, 1714 Easton Ave., Somerset section of Franklin.
The event is open to all community members. Attendees are reminded to dress for success and bring copies of their resumes.
Job seeker attendees may RSVP to AsmDanielsen@njleg.org; call 732-247-2999 for more information.
Businesses and agencies interested in participating may get more information by emailing that address or by calling 732-247-3999. There is a charge for vendor registration, which is due by Friday, April 12.

Norwescap Job Readiness series in Flemington: Office 365 PowerPoint day 1
2024-04-23 08:45 - 13:00 | NORWESCAP Flemington, 84 Park Ave., Suite E-104, Flemington, NJ, 08822, United States

Norwescap Core Computer Skills series in Spanish in North Plainfield: Know Your Email App
2024-04-23 08:45 - 13:00 | NORWESCAP North Plainfield, 170 Watchung Ave., lower level, North Plainfield, 07060, United States

Warren County Job/Career Fair
2024-04-19 10:00 - 16:00 | WCHFH Community Center, 31 Belvidere Ave., Washington, NJ, 078822, United States
The Warren County Habitat for Humanity is hosting a Job / Career Fair from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, April 19 at its Community Center, 31 Belvidere Ave., Washington.
This free event is open to all levels of experience and provides an opportunity to connect with potential employers.
Among the employers participating are Abilities of Northwest Jersey Inc., Morristown Financial Group, Dank Poet Dispensary, Otterstedt Insurance Agency, Dave’s Friendly Service, Precision Tree & Landscaping and many more. Go here to see the list of participating employers.
For more information, email annette.beam@warrenhabitat.org.

A Place at Home Recruitment Event
2024-04-18 10:00 - 13:00 | Somerville One-Stop Career Center, 75 Veterans Memorial Drive East, Somerville, NJ, 08876, United States
The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development and the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board are presenting an in-person Recruitment Session at 10 a.m. Thursday, April 18, for the Somerville-based A Place at Home.
The agency is seeking to fill the following positions: full-time Companion and Home Health Aide, with an hourly salary of $17 to $18.
This in-person event, open to all job seekers, will be conducted at the Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center, 75 Veterans Memorial Drive E., Conference Room B, Somerville.
To register, use the QR code in this flyer or go to https://bit.ly/49zDFjD.

Norwescap Core Computer Skills series in Spanish in North Plainfield: File Management
2024-04-18 08:45 - 13:00 | NORWESCAP North Plainfield, 170 Watchung Ave., lower level, North Plainfield, 07060, United States

RVCC Career Night: Criminal Justice
2024-04-17 18:00 - 20:00 | Raritan Valley Community College Event Center, 118 Lamington Road, Branchburg, NJ, 08876, United States
Raritan Valley Community College will conduct several Career Nights in April that will offer prospective students information about educational opportunities and career pathways in such fields as business, engineering, paralegal studies, and criminal justice.
During the programs, which are free of charge and open to the community, participants will be able to engage with faculty members and/or industry partners in their respective fields at roundtable sessions. The Career Nights all will be conducted from 6-8 p.m. in the Event Center at RVCC’s Branchburg campus.
The following events have been scheduled:

Engineering Career Night, April 2
Business Career Night, April 9
Paralegal Studies Career Night, April 15
Criminal Justice Career Night, April 17

To register for an upcoming Career Night, go to www.raritanval.edu/visit. For additional information, contact Admissions at 908-526-1200 (Select Option 2) or admissions@raritanval.edu.

RVCC Adult Learners' College Business Degree Information Session
2024-04-16 17:30 - 19:30 | Raritan Valley Community College Event Center, 118 Lamington Road, Branchburg, NJ, 08876, United States

Norwescap Core Computer Skills series in Spanish in North Plainfield: Basic Computer Knowledge
2024-04-16 08:45 - 13:00 | NORWESCAP North Plainfield, 170 Watchung Ave., lower level, North Plainfield, 07060, United States

RVCC Career Night: Paralegal Studies
2024-04-15 18:00 - 20:00 | Raritan Valley Community College Event Center, 118 Lamington Road, Branchburg, NJ, 08876, United States
