Minneapolis Job Seeker Bulletin

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Minneapolis Job Seeker Bulletin

September 2020 Edition

Available Jobs and Job Search Assistance:

City of Minneapolis: TeamMinneapolis View all jobs and apply online

CareerForce Workshop and Events

Find workshops such as Creative Job Search and Career Exploration, Resume Writing, Interview Skills and more. Come in for a visit and let us help you with your job search. 

See here for more information about CareerForce Events and Workshops

CareerForce Minneapolis North 800 West Broadway Minneapolis, MN 55411 612-299-7200 Contact

CareerForce Minneapolis South 777 East Lake Street Minneapolis, MN 55407 651-539-4410 Contact

Events and staff who can assist at Minneapolis CareerForce can be found here:

Featured Available Jobs - Health Care Job Openings

  • Heavens Home Health Care Corporation
  • Hiring for Health Care positions including:
    • Independent Living Skills Training (ILS)
    • Independent Community Skills (ICLS)
    • Companion Services • Homemakers
    • 24 Hour Emergency Assistance
    • Respite Care in Home Care
    • Personal Support
  • Flyer here:  https://app.box.com/s/7npag7brbnz38ld5tpg73ogn4971ik02

 

Online Job Search and Career Events

Hennepin County Virtual Healthcare Hiring Event - September 16

  • Wednesday, September 16 from 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
  • Participating Healthcare Employers:
    • ACR Homes is hiring Direct Care Professionals (DCPs), Floats, E-Floats, Residential Supervisors (RSs), and LPNs (Brooklyn Park location)
    • Alliance Home Health Care & Nursing Services is hiring Home Health Aides, PCA’s, LPN’s and RN’s
    • Cassia is hiring Certified Nursing Assistants, Home Health Aides, Nurses, Dietary Aides, Servers and Cooks
    • Living Well Disabilities is hiring Direct Support Professionals, Assistant Program Manager and Program Manager
    • Mains’l Services is hiring Direct Support Professionals and Support Coordinators
    • North Memorial Health is hiring Environmental Services/Housekeeping, Nursing Assistant, Clinic Office Assistant, Dietary and Customer Service Representative

Register:  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/virtual-hiring-event-tickets-116432720401.

Join the event online at https://hc.adobeconnect.com/september16/.   

Hennepin County Virtual Hiring Event - September 21

 

Hennepin County Virtual Hiring Event - September 30

CareerForce Events

 

CareerForce Minneapolis Dislocated Worker Prescreening Sessions

Have you been laid off? Do you qualify for unemployment benefits? You may be eligible for specialized employment and training services through the Dislocated Worker program to help prepare you for your next job.  More Information here: https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNDEED/bulletins/296c372

Register for Prescreening Sessions below:

Minneapolis South at 1:00 pm:

    Sept. 14 REGISTER – Sept. 28 REGISTER

Minneapolis North at 2:00pm:

    Sept. 7 REGISTER – Sept. 21 REGISTER

 

CareerForce Job Search Resources

Thursday Morning Virtual Job Club

  • Every Thursday Job Club Program is from 9:00-11:00 a.m.
  • ①   Dial  1-978-990-5235
  • ②   At the prompt, enter 8726188#

Individual Job Search Assistance by Phone or E-mail:

 

Featured Resources

State of Minnesotan Has Launched COVID-19 Housing Assistance

The COVID-19 Housing Assistance Program provides housing assistance payments to help prevent eviction, prevent homelessness, and maintain housing stability for eligible renters and homeowners.

More:  https://t.e2ma.net/message/v8bohc/j3z52j

Website:  http://www.mnhousing.gov/sites/np/covid19housingassistanceprogramFAQ

 

NorthPoint - Free Fresh Food Fridays:  Meat, Dairy & Produce Available to the Public

Join us and invite your family, friends and the community. Both drive-up and walk-up options are available. All are welcome.

  • Remaining dates: September 11 & 25
  • Time: 10:00 a.m. rain or shine, until supplies run out
  • Location: 2100 Plymouth Avenue N., Urban League Twin Cities parking lot at Plymouth & Oliver
  • Service Options:
    • Drive-up | We will load the box into your trunk
    • Walk-up | Bring a rolling cart or a suitcase to carry a heavy box
  • Questions? 612-767-9500 or: https://www.northpointhealth.org/community-food-shelf

 

Upcoming Trainings

CAPI - Manufacturing Training 

  • Starts September 28 with orientation dates mid-September
  • Orientation is in person and will be held at Osseo ABE. 
  • Participants will be able to borrow a laptop from Osseo ABE for class. Students can also get help with internet access. 

Flyer: https://app.box.com/s/1cz241ks2gzgodirhcq5j31sw6h9ojvq

 

Information Technology (IT) Core Skill Training

  • This tuition-free training will help you train for tech or sales jobs and prepare you for more advanced training in coding, customer support or network administration.
  • No tech experience is necessary, but some basic computer skills are helpful.
  • The next 10 week class begins October 12, 2020. Training is all online, Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and includes a one hour weekly learning lab.
  • If you are interested in the Fall class, complete the IT Core Skills Interest Form
  • For more information, contact Tammy Dickinson - Tammy.Dickinson@minneapolismn.gov

 

DEED Coursera Free Career-Focused Online Training

  • Find out about free career-focused, online learning resources for all Minnesotans.
  • Minnesotans interested in using Coursera must register before December 31, 2020 and will have access to the platform through March 2021.
  • This workshop was held and recorded for customers to learn about 3,800+ FREE Coursera career-focused, online courses and training modules from over 200 top businesses and universities. 

 

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Training Resources

Avivo Career Training

Minneapolis Adult Education (formerly ABE)

Eastside Neighborhood Services

EMERGE

HIRED Career Training

 

Lutheran Social Services (LSS)

PPL Career Training

Takoda Institute Training

Tasks Unlimited

Twin Cities Rise

 

 

Job Search Websites

CareerForceMN View thousands of job listings from private employers statewide.

Minneapolis Public Schools -  Careers at Minneapolis Public Schools.

Job Connect Connecting Workforce Professionals, Career Seekers and Employers.

Minnesota Council of Non-Profits Job Board A tool that career seekers can use to view hundreds of nonprofit jobs that match their qualifications and employers can post their latest nonprofit openings.

Hennepin County Search for job openings in Hennepin County.

City of Saint Paul Apply for current employment opportunities open to the public.

Clean Energy Job Board Apply for jobs in the energy efficiency and renewable energy fields.

jobsinminneapolis.com Use the right resources, tools and services to help get the job you want.

CareerOneStop Manage your career and your pathway to career success.

USAJOBS Search for federal government jobs throughout the country.

CAREERwise Discover tools and resources for a successful job hunt.

State of Minnesota Explore career opportunities and potential for career advancement in Minnesota

Employment and Training Programs

City of Minneapolis Employment and Training

City of Minneapolis Employment and Training administers a variety of employment and training programs under the direction of the Mayor, City Council, and Minneapolis Workforce Development Board. Our programs:

Career Pathways Trainings offer job seekers free or low-cost, accelerated trainings that prepare them for careers in high demand job sectors including Healthcare, IT, Public Safety and the Trades.

Minneapolis Works - Assistance finding a job for low-income, Minneapolis residents ages 18 and older.

WIOA Adult - Employment and training services to eligible adults 18 and over who are looking to gain skills and employment in healthcare, IT, manufacturing, construction or administrative services.

Minneapolis Youth Works - Assistance with high school completion, work preparation or employment goals for Minneapolis Youth ages 14-21.

Dislocated Worker Program - Comprehensive services for those who have lost their job through no fault of their own for adult ages 18 and older.

CareerForce

There are two CareerForce locations in Minneapolis. Each offers knowledgeable staff to guide you, essential tools for job search success, and free services including: 

Computer Labs

Skills Assessment

Information on Career Transition

Career Counseling and Planning

Access to Free Training and Certifications

Resume Writing and Interview Assistance

Veterans Programs

CareerForce Minneapolis North 800 West Broadway Minneapolis, MN 55411 612-299-7200 Contact

CareerForce Minneapolis South 777 East Lake Street Minneapolis, MN 55407 651-539-4410 Contact

About this Newsletter

The Job Seeker Bulletin is a monthly e-newsletter by the City of Minneapolis in partnership with CareerForce and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED).

If you have any questions, please contact  Linda DeHaven

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For reasonable accommodations or alternative formats please contact Linda DeHaven at 612.673.5294. People who are deaf or hard of hearing can use a relay service to call 311 agents at 612-673-3000. TTY users can call 612-673-2157 or 612-673-2626. 

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