Greater Raritan

CEA Resource Expo Focusing on Services for Differently Abled Individuals
2026-02-11 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | NJPSA/FEA Conference Center, 12 Centre Drive, Monroe Township, NJ, 08831, United States
The Hunterdon County-based CEA is hosting a community Resource Expo from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Wednesday, February 11, at the NJPSA/FEA Conference Center, 12 Centre Drive, Monroe.
Community members will learn about a variety of partners and services for differently abled individuals. This includes:

Community Employment and Job Coaching
College Search Support
Mental Health Service Providers
The Middlesex County office of the N.J. Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services.

For more information contact Kyle Doremus at 908-782-1480, Ext. 222, or at kdoremus@cea-nj.org.

Jersey Job Club Workshop: Networking
2026-02-11 10:00 - 11:30
The Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center in Somerville is hosting a series of Jersey Job Club Workshops in January and February. These workshops will be virtual, through Zoom, but a limited number of seats are available for in-person attendance at the One-Stop Career Center, 75 Veterans Memorial Drive, Somerville.
The partners in the Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center have the expertise and knowledge to help job seekers have success. In Jersey Job Club workshops, a Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Coach leads hour- to 90-minute-long discussions on topics aimed at assisting job seekers in Hunterdon and Somerset Counties. There is no charge to attend.
Dates and topics are:

Monday, January 5, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Resume Writing Workshop 1 – Top Notch Resume
Wednesday, January 7, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Resume Writing Workshop 2 – Cover Letters and More
Friday, January 9, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Planning Your Job Search – Path to Employment
Monday, January 12, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Networking – Best (fastest) way to find a job
Wednesday, January 14, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Acing the Interview 1 – Preparing for the Interview
Friday, January 16, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Acing the Interview 2 – Answering Interview Questions
Wednesday, January 21, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Resume Writing Workshop 1 – Top Notch Resume
Friday, January 23, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Resume Writing Workshop 2 – Cover Letters and More
Monday, January 26, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Planning Your Job Search – Path to Employment
Wednesday, January 28, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Networking – Best (fastest) way to find a job
Friday, January 30, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Acing the Interview 1 – Preparing for the Interview
Monday, February 2, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Acing the Interview 2 – Answering Interview Questions
Wednesday, February 4, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Resume Writing Workshop 1 – Top Notch Resume
Friday, February 6, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Resume Writing Workshop 2 – Cover Letters and More
Monday, February 9, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Planning Your Job Search – Path to Employment
Wednesday, February 11, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Networking – Best (fastest) way to find a job
Friday, February 13, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Acing the Interview 1 – Preparing for the Interview
Wednesday, February 18, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Acing the Interview 2 – Answering Interview Questions
Friday, February 20, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Resume Writing Workshop 1 – Top Notch Resume
Monday, February 23, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Resume Writing Workshop 2 – Cover Letters and More
Wednesday, February 25, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Planning Your Job Search – Path to Employment
Friday, February 27, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Networking – Best (fastest) way to find a job

To attend virtually or in person, fill out an information/registration form. Once completed, email it to shiela.gaa@dol.nj.gov by the Wednesday before the scheduled workshop, or for more information or assistance, call 908-704-3000.

GRWDB Disabilities Committee Meeting – Virtual
2026-02-10 10:00 - 10:45 | Virtual Meeting
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. One of those includes the GRWDB’s Disabilities Committee, which works to coordinate and integrate local disability services with each other and the One-Stop Career Center while seeking ways to expand and integrate local disability resources and services.
This month’s agenda will include a recap of a focused Recruitment Event in January 2026 and updates on Project Search and other initiatives.
Find the agenda on the Events – Meeting Packages tab of the website.
This meeting can be attended via GoToMeeting
GRWDB Disabilities Committee
February 10, 2026, 10:00 – 10:45 AM
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PSGCNJ Virtual Workshop: The 3 Work and Leadership Trends in 2026
2026-02-09 10:00 - 12:30 | Virtual Meeting
The Professional Service Group of Central New Jersey (PSGCNJ) will host leadership coaches Maggie Pazian and Jackie Damico, who will present “The 3 Work and Leadership Trends Shaping 2026” at 10 a.m. Monday, February 9. The workshop is designed to help job seekers find their next opportunity.
At noon, Maya Ollson, founder of Kokopella High Touch Outplacement, will facilitate a 30-minute Q&A session to answer job-search questions.
All PSGCNJ members, guests, and speakers must pre-register for each general meeting by 11 p.m. EST the Friday before Monday’s presentation.
To register for the virtual event: click the link.
PSGCNJ is the nation’s first employment community that helps unemployed and underemployed college-educated professionals land their next job. Members volunteer their time and talent to operate the 501(c)3 nonprofit.

Jersey Job Club Workshop: Planning Your Job Search
2026-02-09 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-01-26 08:00 - 17:00 | Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center, Somerville, and virtual (hybrid event), 75 Veterans Memorial Drive, Somerville, NJ, 08876, United States

Jersey Job Club Workshop: Resume Writing 2
2026-02-06 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-01-23 10:00 - 11:30 | Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center, Somerville, and virtual (hybrid event), 75 Veterans Memorial Drive, Somerville, NJ, 08876, United States

GRWDB Operations Committee Meeting – Virtual
2026-02-05 15:00 - 16:45 | Virtual Meeting
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 join via GoToMeeting.
GRWDB Operations Committee Meeting
February 5, 2026, 3:00 – 3:45 PM
Please join the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://meet.goto.com/837381285
You can also dial in using your phone.
Access Code: 837-381-285
United States: +1 (224) 501-3412
Meeting agendas are posted here on the GRWDB website.
Newcomers, please RSVP to info@thegrwdb.org for more information!

Free Forklift Certificate Class at Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center, Somerville
2026-02-05 09:00 - 13:00 | Somerville One-Stop Career Center, 75 Veterans Memorial Drive East, Somerville, NJ, 08876, United States
The Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Employment Services office at 75 Veterans Memorial Drive in Somerville offers a free forklift certificate class on the first Thursday of each month from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. throughout the year.
The Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT) Certificate Class will enable successful participants to receive an operator’s permit from their employer upon passing a practical skills evaluation at their workplace. To take the course, participants must have an office government ID (driver’s license, passport, etc.) The Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center services residents of Hunterdon and Somerset counties.
Classes in 2026 are scheduled for January 8 (because of the New Year’s holiday), February 5, March 5, April 2, May 7, June 4, July 2, August 6, September 3, October 1, November 5, and December 3. Participants are asked to arrive at 8:30 a.m. on the day of the class.
Classes may fill up quickly. To register, go to the Somerville One-Stop Career Center walk-in window and ring the bell, or call 908-704-3000.

Alternatives Inc. Open House and Info Session Day
2026-02-05 | Alternatives Inc., 600 First Ave., Raritan, NJ, United States
Alternatives Inc. is hosting an Open House and Information Session Day on Thursday, February 5, at its headquarters at 600 First Ave., Raritan Borough. Individuals interested in the human services field are invited to attend one of three sessions that will begin at 10 a.m., 12 p.m. and 2 p.m.
On-the-spot interviews will be conducted following each session. The agency has immediate openings in a variety of roles — including Direct Support Professional, Registered Behavior Technician, and Behavior Technician — and schedules as it prepares to open its newest Group Home in Hillsborough. No experience is required for some roles, and the agency provides paid training and growth opportunities. There is also currently an open opportunity for an RN.
All attendees must complete an online application (available here) prior to attending a session. Those unable to attend the February 5 event may apply online.

Jersey Job Club Workshop: Resume Writing 1
2026-02-04 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-01-21 10:00 - 11:30 | Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center, Somerville, and virtual (hybrid event), 75 Veterans Memorial Drive, Somerville, NJ, 08876, United States

Planning Pathways Series: Person-Centered LifePlanning: Securing the Future for People with Disabilities
2026-02-03 18:00 - 20:00 | Virtual Event
Planning Pathways is series of four informational webinars for families supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) being presented by the Hunterdon County Library. Two webinars in January will focus on key aspects of the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) Eligibility application process. The February sessions will address logistical and legal planning topics to help families prepare for the futures of their loved ones.
The third webinar, Person-Centered LifePlanning: Securing the Future for People with Disabilities, will be presented by Melanie Miquel from PLAN|NJ from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, February 3.
This session will address future planning issues such as independent living supports; estate planning, legal and financial protections. Topics include how to implement a future life plan for people with disabilities, Guardianship and Alternatives to Guardianship, Special Needs Trusts, and ABLE accounts. Handouts will be provided to families to highlight the topics of the session.
For more information and to register for the event, go here.

PSGCNJ Virtual Workshop: How to Work as a Consultant
2026-02-02 10:00 - 12:30 | Virtual Meeting
The Professional Service Group of Central New Jersey (PSGCNJ) will host technology consultant David Schuchman, who will present “How to Work as a Consultant in the Gig Economy” at 10 a.m. Monday, February 2. The workshop is designed to help job seekers navigate their career.
This workshop, running through 12:30 p.m. includes time for open discussion.
All PSGCNJ members, guests, and speakers must pre-register for each general meeting by 11 p.m. EST the Friday before Monday’s presentation.
To register for the virtual event: click the link.
PSGCNJ is the nation’s first employment community that helps unemployed and underemployed college-educated professionals land their next job. Members volunteer their time and talent to operate the 501(c)3 nonprofit.

Jersey Job Club Workshop: Acing the Interview 2
2026-02-02 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-01-16 10:00 - 11:30 | Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center, Somerville, and virtual (hybrid event), 75 Veterans Memorial Drive, Somerville, NJ, 08876, United States

Jersey Job Club Workshop: Acing the Interview 1
2026-01-30 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-01-14 10:00 - 11:30 | Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center, Somerville, and virtual (hybrid event), 75 Veterans Memorial Drive, Somerville, NJ, 08876, United States

Virtual Hiring Event for Hackensack Meridian Health Carrier Clinic
2026-01-29 11:30 - 13:30 | Virtual Event
Hackensack Meridian Health Carrier Clinic, in the Belle Mead section of Montgomery, is hiring. Find out everything you need to know at Virtual Food Services and Housekeeping Hiring Event being conducted on Thursday, January 29, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
The employer will present an overview of Hackensack Meridian Health, and details about open Hospitality roles, in Food and Nutrition Servies and Environmental Service Aides. Hiring managers also will talk about team member benefits, including health insurance. A
To register, use this QR code in this flyer.
For questions, email EarlyCareers@hmhn.org.

Multi-Employer Inclusive Hiring Recruitment Event in Somerville
2026-01-29 10:00 - 12:00 | 27 Warren St, first floor, Somerville, NJ 08876, 27 Warren St., first floor, Somerville, NJ, 08876, United States
Employers in Somerset and Hunterdon counties are hiring. Learn more at an in-person Multi-Employer Inclusive Hiring Recruitment Event presented by the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development and the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board on Thursday, January 29, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. The event will be conducted in the first-floor conference room at 27 Warren St., Somerville.
This event, while open to all job seekers, is focused on job seekers with diverse abilities. Event co-sponsors include the New Jersey Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services and the New Jersey Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired.
The employers scheduled to be in attendance are: Archangels Services, Bridgewater Marriott, FedEx Corp., Hackensack Meridian Health, Krapf School Bus, Montauk Transit, Ned Stevens LLC, Saint Peter’s University Hospital, Sherwin-Williams, Summit Health Care Trident Maritime Systems, United Sanitizing LLC, and the United States Postal Service.
Employers will be available for informational discussions, and some employers will be doing on-site interviews. To register, go to https://bit.ly/3MP3lTK or the QR code in this flyer. Registration is appreciated but not mandatory, unless a job seeker wants to be considered for an interview by some of the participating employers. Job seekers are asked to email resumes within 24 hours of registration; resumes will be accepted until January 16. The registration form includes an updated list of employers, and instructions for interview and resume sharing will accompany registration confirmation. Walk-ins are welcome.
For questions about the January 29 recruitment event, email info@thegrwdb.org.

Veracity Engineering Recruiting Event Session 2
2026-01-28 16:00 - 18:00 | National Aerospace Research & Technology Park, 600 Aviation Research Blvd., Egg Harbor Township, NJ, 08234, United States
Veracity Engineering is hosting a two-part free Recruiting Event on Wednesday, January 28, at the National Aerospace Research and Technology Park, Building 1, Thunder Room, 600 Aviation Blvd., Egg Harbor Township. Session 1, a Midday Meet Up with lunch, begins at 11:30 a.m. Session 2, a Happy Hour with appetizers, starts at 4 p.m.
The company has several large contract awards and has a variety of positions available, including Cybersecurity Specialists, Information Security Specialists, Software Developers, V&V/T&E Engineers, Systems Engineers, IT Specialists, Computer Scientists, Business and Program Analysts, Storyboard Animation, Technical Writers and more.
During both sessions, attendees will learn more about the opportunities and company benefits. Attendees are advised to bring their resumes to meet the company’s hiring team. Interested applicants may also apply today by using the QR code in this flyer.
For more information, contact careers@veracity-eng.com or call 202-488-0975.

Veracity Engineering Recruiting Event Session 1
2026-01-28 11:30 - 13:30 | National Aerospace Research & Technology Park, 600 Aviation Research Blvd., Egg Harbor Township, NJ, 08234, United States

Jersey Job Club Workshop: Networking
2026-01-28 10:00 - 11:30 | Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center, Somerville, and virtual (hybrid event), 75 Veterans Memorial Drive, Somerville, NJ, 08876, United States

Pillar Care Continuum Virtual Hiring Event
2026-01-26 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual Event
Pillar Care Continuum is Hosting a Virtual Hiring Event from 10 to 11 a.m. Monday, January 26.
The company is hiring for a variety of positions, including Direct Support Professional, School Social Worker, 1 on 1 Aides, Special Education Teacher, Teacher Assistant, and Occupational Therapy. The jobs are located throughout the area, including in Somerset County.
For details on the positions, including location, hours and salary/hours, as well as the QR code to register, refer to this flyer. Or register here.

Project Search Virtual Open House for School Staff
2026-01-22 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual Event
Project Search, which offers an immersion-based program at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset for students with disabilities, is hosting a virtual Open House for school staff who would like to learn more about the program.
The virtual event will be conducted on Thursday, January 22, starting at 1 p.m. School staff members, including CST, Transition and administrators, are invited to attend.
Registration is required to the event. To register, email Sarah Cosenza at scosenza@center.school or call 908-704-2731. Cosenza also can provide more information about the Project Search program.
This program is supported by Easterseals NJ, the New Jersey Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services and New Jersey Human Services Division of Developmental Disabilities.

GRWDB Board Meeting – virtually and in-person
2026-01-22 12:00 - 13:30 | GoToMeeting and In Person, 27 Warren St., second-floor conference room, Somerville, NJ, 08876, United States
A quarterly GRWDB Board Meeting will be conducted from 12 to 1:30 p.m. Thursday, January 22, 2026; attendees may join via GoToMeeting or in person in the third-floor conference room at 27 Warren St., Somerville.

The meeting will include the oath of office for reappointed and new board members, policy and finance updates, a presentation by the One-Stop Operator, a discussion about youth services and more.

All GRWDB Board and Committee meetings are open to the public. For questions, contact GRWDB Director Paul Grzella at 908-541-5790, or at info@thegrwdb.org.

Please join the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://meet.goto.com/676884773
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (872) 240-3212; Access Code: 676-884-773
Meeting agendas can be found here on the GRWDB website. All are welcomed.

Recovery Friendly Workplace Workshop – Introduction for Businesses
2026-01-22 09:00 - 11:00 | Somerset County Business Partnership, 50 Division St., fourth floor, Somerville, NJ, 08876, United States
Business owners, senior leadership, and HR professionals are invited to attend an upcoming workshop showcasing New Jersey’s first Recovery Friendly Workplace (RFW) program, administered by Somerset County Human Services and supported by opioid abatement funds.
The workshop, hosted by CiC for Prevention & Recovery, will be conducted on Thursday, January 22, from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Somerset County Business Partnership at 50 Division St., #400, in Somerville.
The session will highlight the fiscal and organizational benefits of creating supportive, stigma-free work environments for employees impacted by addiction and co-occurring behavioral health challenges.
Register for the event by using the QR code in this flyer. Contact David Martinak at dmartinak@communityincrisis.org or 973-722-5333 for more information about the event.

Planning Pathways Series: Navigating the DDD Service System: Understanding the 4 steps to be determined eligible and enroll in the DDD Service System
2026-01-20 18:30 - 20:30
Planning Pathways is series of four informational webinars for families supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) being presented by the Hunterdon County Library. Two webinars in January will focus on key aspects of the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) Eligibility application process. The February sessions will address logistical and legal planning topics to help families prepare for the futures of their loved ones.
The second webinar, Navigating the DDD Service System: Understanding the 4 steps to be determined eligible and enroll in the DDD Service System, will be presented by the New Jersey Division of Developmental Disabilities on Thursday, January 20, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
This presentation will provide an overview of the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) service system and the steps required to complete the DDD eligibility process. It will also discuss Support Coordination- DDD’s care management model.
For more information and to register for the event, go here.

Career Workshop: Mastering the Interview
2026-01-14 10:00 - 11:30 | Virtual Event
The interview is one of the key elements of the job search process. The virtual Mastering the Interview workshop being conducted from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, January 14, will allow participants to explore how to prepare for an interview, become familiar with questions to expect, and ask the question they should think about asking.
The workshop will be presented Jan Goodman, a certified workforce development professional for the Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Training Services Center. The workshop is co-presented by the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board, the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services and the New Jersey Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired.
All are welcome at the virtual workshop, which will include closed captioning for the hearing impaired and other special features. To register for the event and indicate any needed accommodations, go to https://bit.ly/3YnNyO8. The Zoom link for the workshop will be sent to registrants on January 13, 2026.
This workshop is presented in conjunction with a quarterly multi-employer Greater Raritan One-Stop Inclusive Hiring Recruitment Event running from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Thursday, January 29, 2026, at 27 Warren St., first-floor conference room, Somerville. This event is focusing on individuals with diverse abilities. For more information on this event, click here.
