WorkSource Vancouver

Work for Washington – Job Hunter Virtual Workshop – Statewide

Would you consider service to the people of the State of Washington? Advantages and benefits of working for various state agencies will be discussed. In this workshop you'll learn how agencies use different application processes how to prepare to meet their expectations. Specific tips for applying to state agencies will be provided.

Employment and Training Orientation Virtual (For Clark, Cowlitz, and Wahkiakum Counties)

Introduction on WIOA and how we can help you get into a job that leads to self-sufficiency. Learn about how you might be eligible for a scholarship to upgrade your skillset.

Meet the Employer- International Union of Elevator Constructors

Meet with International Union of Elevator Constructors recruiter to learn:

• Who they are
• What they do
• The kinds of candidates they are looking for 
• How to apply!!!!

Support for Federal Employees

Have you recently been laid off or are expecting a workforce reduction?     
We’re here to help you navigate available benefits and reemployment resources. Attend a no-cost presentation focusing on impacted federal workers in Washington State.   
 
Topics will include:

• Unemployment benefits, how to file and any assistance needs.
• What to do about health care benefits.
• Expanding your job skills through training and educational programs.
• Career guidance, job search assistance, and other resources at no cost to you.

Building Careers: How to Tap Into Your Transferable Skills

Join us for a supportive and empowering workshop. We’ll use hands-on exercises designed to help you showcase your value to the workplace.

Maximize your resume, cover letter and elevator pitch by building your confidence. Whether you’re looking to secure your first job post-incarceration or advance your career, this workshop will help you:

• Understand your transferable skills.

• Learn resume writing best practices.

• Know your worth! You add value.

Bring an open mind and a willingness to learn and grow!

Career Circle

A virtual job club/networking fellowship geared to assist job seekers in job search strategies, resume/cover letter/interview coaching and feedback. Networking with other job seekers, sharing dilemmas and identifying resolutions. Sharing victorious job search and interview stories, joining in mock interviews and other fun and informative activities based on the groups’ wants/needs. Each meeting will include a relevant presentation.

Registration required to receive Teams link to workshop.
If you are signing up AFTER 8:00AM the day prior to the workshop please also email cany235@lni.wa.gov.

Please go to WorkSourceWA.com and create your account prior to attending this workshop.

BFET-Basic Food Employment & Training Orientation - Clark County Residents Only

Basic Food Employment & Training Orientation for Clark County

Are you receiving food benefits (SNAP)* and looking for a job?

Our BFET program can help!

BFET stands for Basic Food Employment and Training. Here at Vancouver WorkSource, we have case managers that can help you one-on-one to access job training, job search assistance, and supportive services like transportation assistance and work clothing. Register for this orientation to learn more about how BFET can help you obtain employment and the resources that you need to succeed on your career journey.
*You must be receiving Federal Food Benefits (SNAP) in order to qualify for this program.

Please go to WorkSourceWA.com and create your account prior to attending this workshop.

Clark College Orientation In-person Vancouver

Come and learn about grants and other programs that may help fund and support your educational training experience while attending Clark College!

This is an in-person event, sign up and registration will occur in the workshop!

Entrevistas – Una Clase EN LÍNEA - en todo el estado

Usted podría tener el mejor currículo que hay, pero si no se presenta bien en la entrevista, no vale. El poder expresarse bien en una entrevista de trabajo es una necesidad, y les aconsejamos como prepararse para hacerlo. Es imperativo el saber qué buscan los empleadores. En este taller aprenderá técnicas de entrevista y tendrá la oportunidad de entender como responder a las preguntas más frecuentes, y algunas veces difíciles, pero en un ambiente realístico y de apoyo mutuo.

Work for Washington – Job Hunter Virtual Workshop – Statewide

Would you consider service to the people of the State of Washington? Advantages and benefits of working for various state agencies will be discussed. In this workshop you'll learn how agencies use different application processes how to prepare to meet their expectations. Specific tips for applying to state agencies will be provided.

Orientation to Commissioner-Approved Training (CAT) and Training Benefits (TB)

Are you receiving Unemployment Insurance benefits and considering enrolling in some additional training to enhance your skills or to change your career path? If so, you will need to apply for Commissioner-Approved Training (CAT) and/or Training Benefits (TB). This workshop will guide you through the requirements, processes, and research needed to submit an application.

ONLINE Strategies for Success: Work Concepts I (Vancouver)

Work concepts I – Every good plan needs a great road map – develop yours here!

• Develop a roadmap to success while discussing self-motivation, exploring careers and learning what employers really want
• Learn how to prepare and apply for jobs, package yourself like a professional and share your story
• Understand what employers mean when they say customer service, workplace diversity, team building and professionalism

Computer Basics (In-person Vancouver)

Build a strong foundation in your educational journey by learning the basics of computer use. Starting with the basics of logging in, to accessing computer settings to personalize the user’s experience; this class offers all computer users valuable information. Computer Basics works to assist those who haven’t ever opened a computer, while enhancing the knowledge of casual users on how to get the most from their time spent in front of the computer screen.

Computer Basics class objectives:

• Learn how to log onto a computer and use the desktop screen.
• Get started navigating the different types of computers and their components.
• Explore how to interact with computer programs and applications.
• Discover how to name, share, and delete files and folders.
• Learn how to customize settings to best fit the user’s needs.

Resume Essentials Part I and II (In-person Vancouver)

Part I: Academic and vocational organizations review resumes for seven seconds before determining whether the candidate should move to the next round of evaluation. Learn the required sections of a resume and begin to create your unique resume story in order to stand out in the crowd!

Part II: Job descriptions not only provide basic information about the company and application process, but also list the responsibilities and requirements for the position. Understanding how to cater to all of your professional experiences - including volunteer, academic, and paid experiences – will help you to stand out amongst other candidates.  Sponsored by Goodwill.

How to Write Cover Letters (In-person Vancouver)

A tailored cover letter is a great way to persuade employers to invest in you and your future. This class will look at the different sections of a tailored cover letter and give ideas of what information should be included in a cover letter.  Sponsored by Goodwill.

Work for Washington – Job Hunter Virtual Workshop – Statewide

Would you consider service to the people of the State of Washington? Advantages and benefits of working for various state agencies will be discussed. In this workshop you'll learn how agencies use different application processes how to prepare to meet their expectations. Specific tips for applying to state agencies will be provided.

Employment and Training Orientation – WALK-IN (Kelso)

Learn about grants that may help fund training or assist with your intensive job search. This workshop will serve only customers in Southwest Washington in Clark, Cowlitz and Wahkiakum Counties.

Please go to WorkSourceWA.com and create your account prior to attending this workshop.

Career Circle

A virtual job club/networking fellowship geared to assist job seekers in job search strategies, resume/cover letter/interview coaching and feedback. Networking with other job seekers, sharing dilemmas and identifying resolutions. Sharing victorious job search and interview stories, joining in mock interviews and other fun and informative activities based on the groups’ wants/needs. Each meeting will include a relevant presentation.

Registration required to receive Teams link to workshop.
If you are signing up AFTER 8:00AM the day prior to the workshop please also email cany235@lni.wa.gov.

Please go to WorkSourceWA.com and create your account prior to attending this workshop.

BFET-Basic Food Employment & Training Orientation - Clark County Residents Only

Basic Food Employment & Training Orientation for Clark County

Are you receiving food benefits (SNAP)* and looking for a job?

Our BFET program can help!

BFET stands for Basic Food Employment and Training. Here at Vancouver WorkSource, we have case managers that can help you one-on-one to access job training, job search assistance, and supportive services like transportation assistance and work clothing. Register for this orientation to learn more about how BFET can help you obtain employment and the resources that you need to succeed on your career journey.
*You must be receiving Federal Food Benefits (SNAP) in order to qualify for this program.

Please go to WorkSourceWA.com and create your account prior to attending this workshop.

Employment and Training Orientation WALK-IN Vancouver (Clark, Cowlitz, and Wahkiakum)

Learn about employment training options and how our programs can help you get back to work.
This workshop is for residents of Clark, Cowlitz, and Wahkiakum counties.

Estrategias de Búsqueda de Empleo - EN LÍNEA - en todo el estado

Conocer a los empleadores en su área y crear una estrategia para orientar la búsqueda de empleo es la clave del éxito. En la clase Estrategias de búsqueda de empleo, ¡aprenderá una variedad de métodos de búsqueda de empleo! Esta clase proporciona consejos sobre el valor de la investigación de diferentes maneras e introduce otras estrategias como redes sociales con meta de trabajo, entrevistas informativas y el uso del Internet para localizar ofertas de trabajo.

Work for Washington – Job Hunter Virtual Workshop – Statewide

Would you consider service to the people of the State of Washington? Advantages and benefits of working for various state agencies will be discussed. In this workshop you'll learn how agencies use different application processes how to prepare to meet their expectations. Specific tips for applying to state agencies will be provided.

ESD Self‐Employment Assistance Program (SEAP) Orientation (Virtual)

The Self‐Employment Assistance Program (SEAP) may be a great opportunity if you want to start a business!

Once approved, SEAP is a unique program that enables you to:
· Receive entrepreneurial counseling and business coaching through a pre‐approved training provider
· Continue to collect Unemployment Insurance (UI) benefits while developing your business plans
· Work on creating your business and waives the weekly work‐search requirement

You are invited to attend a virtual workshop to explore:
• What is SEAP? What does SEAP not do?
• Program eligibility requirements and deadlines • Locate and download from the SEAP Approved Provider List
• What are the responsibilities of an approved training provider?
• Research the proper training on the SEAP Approved Provider List
• Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
• How to properly complete and submit the SEAP Application
• Certification of Satisfactory Progress
• Your responsibilities while enrolled in SEAP and to remain eligible
• Job Search Requirements, WorkSource offices, and contact information

For further information, contact Laura Aunan at laura.aunan@esd.wa.gov

ONLINE Strategies for Success: Health & Well-Being (Vancouver)

Health and well-being – What is ‘work-life’ balance? How do I take care of me while taking care of everyone else? Come learn with us!

• Examine your inner-professional, core values, life choices and personal integrity
• Learn how to be personally and professionally self-aware, establish boundaries and develop better stress and time management skills
• Evaluate your social readiness and online footprint
• Learn to access community resources and expand networking skills
• Improve your ability to solve problems, set goals and develop new action planning techniques

Computer Basics (In-person Vancouver)

Build a strong foundation in your educational journey by learning the basics of computer use. Starting with the basics of logging in, to accessing computer settings to personalize the user’s experience; this class offers all computer users valuable information. Computer Basics works to assist those who haven’t ever opened a computer, while enhancing the knowledge of casual users on how to get the most from their time spent in front of the computer screen.

Computer Basics class objectives:

• Learn how to log onto a computer and use the desktop screen.
• Get started navigating the different types of computers and their components.
• Explore how to interact with computer programs and applications.
• Discover how to name, share, and delete files and folders.
• Learn how to customize settings to best fit the user’s needs.