Central Jersey Housing Resource Center Workshop: Housing Downpayment and Closing Cost Resources
2024-12-12 18:00 - 19:15 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
Central Jersey Housing Resource Center (CJHRC) is presenting a virtual webinar on Housing Downpayment and Closing Cost Resources from 6 to 7:15 p.m. Tuesday, December 12.
Susie Suter, Program Manager for CJHRC, will cover:

When to apply for grants
Homebuyer Education Requirements
Affordability (Down payment Requirements & limits on mortgage amounts
Grant opportunities
Know the terms and conditions of grants before you apply
Why home inspections matter
CJHRC’s NEW Down payment Grant

To register, use this link or contact a CJHRC Counselor at 908-446-0036.

Virtual Information Session on Free Pilot Training Program to Work in Life Sciences Industry
2024-12-17 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual Event
SOKOL GxP, a Somerset County-based provider of services to the pharmaceutical, biotech and cell therapy industries, is launching a pilot training program in early 2025 for those interested in getting hands-on training to work in clean rooms for the life sciences industry.
For this multi-month pilot program, the training is completely free for participants, and there are 20 slots available. Those who complete the program will get a certificate and a guarantee by SOKOL to get an interview with the company for possible employment placement.
The training program, which does not require a college degree or prior experience in the life sciences, will start in January and last for three to four months. It will include online courses which can be completed at the participant’s own pace as well in-person weekday sessions at the company’s training location at 23 Orchard Road, Skillman section of Montgomery (in the Somerset Innovation Center). So, pilot participants must be able to commute to the training location.
A virtual Information Session about the training pilot program will be conducted on Tuesday, December 17, at 6 p.m. Use the QR code at the bottom this flyer to attend the session or go to this link to join the Teams meeting that evening.
Enrollment for the pilot program will close on Dec. 31.
For more information or to start the application process to be part of the pilot, visit the company website at https://www.sokolservices.com/copy-of-academy-demo-course. or use the first QR code in the middle of this flyer.

Federal Air Marshal Service Virtual Recruitment Session
2024-12-18 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual Event
The Federal Air Marshall Service (FAMS) will host a Virtual Job Recruitment and Info Session at 10 a.m. Wednesday, December 18.
The mission of FAMS is to detect, deter and defeat criminal, terrorist and hostile activities that target the nation’s transportation systems. Federal Air Marshals are deployed to assess, address and mitigate varying potential risks and threats to transportation and travelers.
For more information on application requirements and to register for the event, see the information and QR code in this flyer or go to https://forms.office.com/g/Dh26uUPChV.

Using SkillUp Greater Raritan for Employer Training Needs
2024-12-19 11:00 - 12:00 | GoToMeeting
Employers are invited to attend a series of webinars to learn how SkillUp Greater Raritan can be utilized to provide free upskilling training to staff. The sessions are conducted at 11 a.m. on the third Thursday of the month – on September 19, October 17, November 21, and December 19, 2024. During each session, examples of how local employers are using the platform for training will be shared. In addition, other business-focused programs offered by the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board (GRWDB) and state partners will be reviewed.
SkillUp Greater Raritan using Metrix Learning® is a learning management system with more than 7,000 courses that can be used for internal employee assessment and upskilling. Employers can choose from preset tracks or customize courses based on their department needs. Employers in Hunterdon and Somerset counties are using the platform for:

New Hires – Onboarding standards
Career Ascendancy – Identify skills for promotion
Managers/Supervisors – Skill development for managers, new and old
Technology Training – Ensure staff are familiar with current best practices.

Employers can have individuals or cohorts trained. As part of the program, employers can keep track of employee course progress with reports on accesses, course completions, and training hours.
This service is free to employers, covered through grant programs offered by the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board. To participate in any one of the webinars, go to https://meet.goto.com/510433933
For details or to get started with the program immediately, email info@thegrwdb.org or call 908-541-5790.

Norwescap Career & Life Club Virtual Workshop: Finding Employment
2024-12-19 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
Norwescap’s Career & Life Club will present “Finding Employment,” a virtual event on Zoom happening at noon Thursday, Dec. 19.
Jan Goodman, a certified workforce development professional with the Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Training Center serving Hunterdon and Somerset Counties, will present information to assist with job searches.
To register and receive the event link, contact Terry at 908-788-1453.

Logistics Career Virtual Information Session
2025-01-06 12:00 - 14:00, 2025-01-11 12:00 - 14:00, 2025-01-18 12:00 - 14:00, 2025-01-25 12:00 - 14:00 | Zoom
Every Saturday from January 11 to February 15, individuals interested in learning about a career in transportation and logistics can join a virtual information session being offered by Logistic Professionals.
The Saturday Zoom sessions, running from 12 to 2 p.m., will offer information on free training and development opportunities, include import export customer service and Certified Logistic Associate Certification, along with information about qualifying program eligibility requirements.
To enter the meeting, scan the QR code or use the link in this flyer. For more information, call 973-536-1007.

Norwescap Computer Skills Classes in Spanish – Norwescap Clases de Informática en Español: Basic Computer Knowledge
2025-01-07 08:45 - 13:00 | NORWESCAP North Plainfield, 170 Watchung Ave., lower level, North Plainfield, 07060, United States
During the month of January, Norwescap’s CLTC’s “Computer Skills Classes” in Spanish will be presented at the North Plainfield training center, at 170 Watchung Avenue, Iglesia Presbiteriana Nuevas Fronteras North Plainfield. These free classes will be conducted in-person using CLTC computers and Internet. Class times are 8:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the following dates:
Durante el mes de enero, Norwescap CLTC “Clases de Habilidades Informáticas” en Español se presentará en centro de capacitación de North Plainfield, 170 Watchung Avenue, Iglesia Presbiteriana Nuevas Fronteras, North Plainfield. Estas clases gratuitas se llevarán a cabo en persona utilizando CLTC computadoras e internet. Horario de clases: 8:45 a.m. – 1 p.m. en las siguientes fechas:
January 7: Basic Computer Knowledge – Build a foundation of computer terms and understand how Windows the operating system works.
January 9: File Management – Learn how to organize and find files, save them where they belong, copy and move files, create folders and much more.
January 14: Know Your Email App – Learn the importance of creating a professional email account, organizing and controlling incoming emails, personalized signatures and more. Learn how to take advantage of the many features in your email Calendar. Never miss an appointment again!
January 16: Introduction to Word Part 1 – Formatting: page layout, orientation, margins, ruler, bullets, line spacing, show/hide, saving/renaming, or deleting files, using Help.
January 21: Introduction to Word Part 2 – Creating a professional document: spell check, templates, auto correct, styles and themes, track changes, headers and footers.
January 23: Google Doc 1 – Learn how to format, create documents and save them on Google Drive.
January 28: Google Doc 2 – Learn how to create spreadsheets, presentation and save it in Google Drive.
To register, text 908-899-1444 or email rickers@norwescap.org.

Norwescap Computer Class Series: Computer Basics 1, Day 1
2025-01-07 09:15 - 13:30 | Flemington United Methodist Church, 116 Main St., Flemington, NJ, 08822, United States
During the month of January, Norwescap Career Life & Transitions Center (CLTC) is bringing its “Computer Class Series” to the Flemington United Methodist Church, located at 116 Main St, Flemington. These free classes will be conducted in-person, using CLTC computers and Internet. Class times for the following sessions are from 9:15 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
January 7, 9, 14, and 16: Computer Basics 1: This will be a four-class series that will cover the following:

Different types of computers
Differences between hardware, software, and operating systems (focusing on Windows)
File management overview including how to name, store, and find files on one’s computer
Things to consider when purchasing a computer
Internet basics including discussing different browsers and search engines, accessing email, and setting up favorites
Keyboard and Mouse skill overview and practice.

January 23: Advanced Excel: This is a one-day class that will continue to build on Excel basic skills and focus on the following:

VLookup, HLookup, and XLookup
Customizing Pivot tables
Creating and customizing Charts
Creating presentation type Excel sheets

January 28: Skills Brush Up : This class is open to anyone who has taken a class with the CLTC in the past. There will be no agenda, but it is an opportunity for students to come back and ask questions, review topics, or ask for additional help. Students may bring in their own computers or use the class computers for practice.
January 30: Word: This will begin a three-session class focused on Microsoft Word. This class will discuss the evolution of word processing, how Microsoft Word has influenced producing documents, review key Word options, functions and settings, explain how to use tables and templates, review guidelines to create professional documents and provide opportunities to practice using Word.
To register, please call 908-788-1453.

Career Workshop: Mastering the Interview
2025-01-07 10:00 - 11:30 | Zoom
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. Tuesday, January 7, 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 event, hosted by the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board and its partners, will be presented Jan Goodman, a certified workforce development professional for the Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Training Services Center.
Workshop registration is optional but appreciated. To register, email onestop@co.somerset.nj.us. To join the workshop on January 7, go to https://zoom.us/j/98614134489.
This workshop is being presented in conjunction with the Greater Raritan One-Stop Healthcare Recruitment Event being conducted from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Tuesday, January 14, 2025, at 27 Warren St., first-floor conference room, Somerville. For more information on this event, click here.

Career Webinar: How to Thrive During Transition and Change
2025-01-08 19:00 - 21:00 | Zoom
Times of transition hold challenges and opportunities. Strategies and philosophies being presented during a virtual workshop, “How to Thrive During Transition and Change,” are designed to equip attendees with tools that lead to self-empowerment and success. It will be presented by Jan Goodman, Certified Workforce Development Professional, Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Training Center.
The workshop is being presented in collaboration with Jewish Family Service of Somerset, Hunterdon and Warren Counties. It will be conducted from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, January 8. 2025.
To register for this workshop, contact Elise Prezant at eprezant@jewishfamilysvc.org or call 908 -725 -7799, Ext. 108 to receive the Zoom link.

Norwescap Computer Skills Classes in Spanish – Norwescap Clases de Informática en Español: File Management
2025-01-09 08:45 - 13:00 | NORWESCAP North Plainfield, 170 Watchung Ave., lower level, North Plainfield, 07060, United States

Norwescap Computer Class Series: Computer Basics 1, Day 2
2025-01-09 09:15 - 13:30 | Flemington United Methodist Church, 116 Main St., Flemington, NJ, 08822, United States

Job Fair: Celebrating New Beginnings & Opportunities in the New Year
2025-01-09 10:00 - 13:00 | A Better Life Resource Center, 129 Linden Ave., Jersey City, NJ, 07305, United States
Employers and Job Seekers are invited to take part in Job Fair: Celebrating New Beginnings & Opportunities in the New Year, hosted by A Better Life Resource Center in partnership with the Jack and Ronnie McGreevey Civic Association.
The Job Fair event will be conducted from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, January 9, 2025, at A Better Life Resource Center, 129 Linden Avenue, Jersey City. (Employers are asked to set up beginning at 9 a.m.) Job opportunities will be available in various industries, including Wakefern, Always Health Institute, the New York State Police, Primerica and Express Employment Professionals and many more, and are all invited to attend.
Pre-registration is required for all employers and job seekers by creating a free account in Eventeny. To get started, scan the QR code in the flyer or go to https://www.eventeny.com/events/vendor/?id=25287.

Career Workshop: Conquering Your Fear of Speaking in Public
2025-01-09 10:30 - 12:30 | Watchung Library (temporary location), 20 Stirling Road, Watchung, NJ, 07069, United States
Do you get nervous when interviewing or making presentations at company meetings?
A career workshop, Conquering Your Fear of Speaking in Public, is designed to give participants tips and strategies to succeed in public-speaking situations.
The workshop will be presented in person from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Thursday, January 9, by Jan Goodman, a certified workshop development professional for the Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Training Center. This program is a collaboration with the Somerset County Library System of New Jersey and will be presented at Watchung Library’s temporary location, 20 Stirling Road, Watchung.
To attend this workshop, register at the following link: https://sclsnj.libnet.info/event/12366864.

Norwescap Computer Skills Classes in Spanish – Norwescap Clases de Informática en Español: Get to Know Your Email App
2025-01-14 08:45 - 13:00 | NORWESCAP North Plainfield, 170 Watchung Ave., lower level, North Plainfield, 07060, United States

Norwescap Computer Class Series: Computer Basics 1, Day 3
2025-01-14 09:15 - 13:30 | Flemington United Methodist Church, 116 Main St., Flemington, NJ, 08822, United States

Multi-Employer Healthcare Recruitment Event
2025-01-14 10:00 - 12:00 | 27 Warren St, first floor, Somerville, NJ 08876, 27 Warren St., first floor, Somerville, NJ, 08876, United States
Healthcare employers in Somerset and Hunterdon counties are hiring. Learn more at an in-person Healthcare Recruitment Event, presented by the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development and the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. The event will be conducted in the first-floor conference room at 27 Warren St., Somerville.
The employers have dozens of job openings. Position titles include Registered Nurse, Medical Assistant, Licensed Practical Nurse, Home Health Aide, Certified Nurse Assistant, Certified Home Health Aide, Pharmacy Technician, Companion Caregiver, Patient Care Assistant, Housekeeping, Food Service Aide, Receptionist, Scheduling Coordinator and more.
Among the employers scheduled to be in attendance are: ArchAngels Services, Bright Star Care, Hackensack Meridian Health, Hunterdon Healthcare, Hunterdongastro.com, Matheny Medical and Education Center, Right at Home, RWJ Barnabas Health, Spring Point, Stonebridge at Montgomery, The Arc of Hunterdon and Zufall Health Center.
Employers will be available for informational discussions and more. To register, use the QR code in this flyer or this link: https://bit.ly/416Mscd. Registration is appreciated but not required, unless a job seeker wants to be considered for an interview by some of the participating employers. The registration form includes an updated list of employers, and instructions for resume sharing will accompany registration confirmation. Walk-ins are welcome.
To help prepare for the event, attendees are invited to a January 7 Mastering the Interview virtual workshop. Click here for details.
For questions about either the January 7 workshop or January 14 event, mail info@thegrwdb.org.

Virtual Workshop: Being a New Mom is Hard: Tips for Prioritizing Your Emotional Health
2025-01-15 19:15 - 20:15 | Zoom
The Somerset County Commission on the Status of Women is hosting a virtual workshop entitled Being a New Mom is Hard: Tips for Prioritizing Your Emotional Health, from 7:15 to 8:15 p.m. January 15.
Becoming a parent is a life-changing experience that no one can fully prepare for. This free workshop will offer tips on maintaining wellness during the first year postpartum. Kathy Donaldson, MSN, APN, C, WHNP-BC, PMH-C, RNC-OB, C-EFM from Central Jersey Family Health Consortium will lead the discussion on Zoom.
Registration is required. Register at https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIvdOqoqDIrEtXuFebjQv1rfOfhfzd2GGIx.

Norwescap Computer Skills Classes in Spanish – Norwescap Clases de Informática en Español: Introduction to Microsoft Word, Day 1
2025-01-16 08:45 - 13:00 | NORWESCAP North Plainfield, 170 Watchung Ave., lower level, North Plainfield, 07060, United States

Norwescap Computer Class Series: Computer Basics 1, Day 4
2025-01-16 09:15 - 13:30 | Flemington United Methodist Church, 116 Main St., Flemington, NJ, 08822, United States
During the month of January, Norwescap Career Life & Transitions Center (CLTC) is bringing its “Computer Class Series” to the Flemington United Methodist Church, located at 116 Main St, Flemington. These free classes will be conducted in-person, using CLTC computers and Internet. Class times for the following sessions are from 9:15 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
January 7, 9, 14, and 16: Computer Basics 1: This will be a four-class series that will cover the following:

Different types of computers
Differences between hardware, software, and operating systems (focusing on Windows)
File management overview including how to name, store, and find files on one’s computer
Things to consider when purchasing a computer
Internet basics including discussing different browsers and search engines, accessing email, and setting up favorites
Keyboard and Mouse skill overview and practice.

January 23: Advanced Excel: This is a one-day class that will continue to build on Excel basic skills and focus on the following:

VLookup, HLookup, and XLookup
Customizing Pivot tables
Creating and customizing Charts
Creating presentation type Excel sheets

January 28: Skills Brush Up: This class is open to anyone who has taken a class with the CLTC in the past. There will be no agenda, but it is an opportunity for students to come back and ask questions, review topics, or ask for additional help. Students may bring in their own computers or use the class computers for practice.
January 30: Word: This will begin a three-session class focused on Microsoft Word. This class will discuss the evolution of word processing, how Microsoft Word has influenced producing documents, review key Word options, functions and settings, explain how to use tables and templates, review guidelines to create professional documents and provide opportunities to practice using Word.
To register, please call 908-788-1453.

Webinar: The Impact of Immigration on American Workers
2025-01-16 11:00 - 12:30 | Zoom
Under what circumstances does immigration strengthen the overall economy, including the job prospects and earnings levels of American workers?
And when might immigration harm the interests of U.S.-born workers?
A webinar, The Impact of Immigration on American Workers, aims to address these questions while providing insight into labor conditions in New Jersey and the extent to which the Garden State should rely on immigrant labor in the future.
The webinar will run from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Thursday, January 16, and is hosted by The Garden State Immigration Policy Institute, a joint project of the NJ Business and Industry Association and the NJ Business Immigration Coalition.
The keynote speaker is Professor Zeke Hernandez, Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, and the author of the recently published book “The Truth About Immigration.” His talk will be followed by a panel discussion of industry representatives.
The event is free and open to the general public. To register, go here.

Norwescap Computer Skills Classes in Spanish – Norwescap Clases de Informática en Español: Introduction to Microsoft Word, Day 2
2025-01-21 08:45 - 13:00 | NORWESCAP North Plainfield, 170 Watchung Ave., lower level, North Plainfield, 07060, United States

Norwescap Computer Skills Classes in Spanish – Norwescap Clases de Informática en Español: Introduction to Google Docs, Day 1
2025-01-23 08:45 - 13:00 | NORWESCAP North Plainfield, 170 Watchung Ave., lower level, North Plainfield, 07060, United States

Norwescap Computer Class Series: Microsoft Excel Advanced
2025-01-23 09:15 - 13:30 | Flemington United Methodist Church, 116 Main St., Flemington, NJ, 08822, United States

Norwescap Webinar: Learn about Work Certifications
2025-01-23 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
On Thursday, January 23, at 12 p.m., Norwescap’s Career and Life Club will present “Learn about Certifications!” This event will focus on such certification pathways as veterinary tech, vet asst, medical coding, and many more. The webinar will be led by Work Specialist Maria Dubai of Penn Foster and will be conducted on Zoom.
To register and receive the link, contact Terry at 908-788-1453.

GRWDB Board Meeting – Virtual and In-person
2025-01-23 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual Meeting
A quarterly GRWDB Board Meeting will be conducted at 12 p.m. Thursday, January 23, 2025; attendees may join via GoToMeeting or in person in the second-floor conference room at 27 Warren St., Somerville.

The meeting will include presentations by the One-Stop Operator and a discussion on GRWDB program and fiscal performance. The recent program monitoring conducted by GRWDB staff and board members also will be discussed, along with a new grant program launching later this winter. In addition, an update on the successful First Steps Basic English program will be shared.

All GRWDB Board and Committee meetings are open to the public. For questions, contact GRWDB Director Paul Grzella at 908-541-5790, or at grzella@co.somerset.nj.us.

Please join the GRWRD Board meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://meet.goto.com/GRDWB
You can also dial in using your phone.
Access Code: 154-148-181
United States: +1 (646) 749-3112
Meeting agendas can be found here on the GRWDB website. All are welcomed.

Two-Day Beegle Poverty Immersion Institute
2025-01-27 09:00 - 16:00 | Virtual Event
A two-day Poverty Immersion Institute will be presented by Dr. Donna M, Beegle, a nationally recognized poverty expert.
The virtual training event will run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, January 27, and Tuesday, January 28, and aims to assist those working with low-income individuals. This experience provides an immersion into the realities of poverty along with practical, doable actions for improving outcomes. Beegle, who grew up in general poverty, eventually received her doctorate and speaks from experience to provide practical tools for making a difference.
The cost to attend is $499.00 per person. To register, use the QR code in this flyer.
The training is supported by the Garden State Employment and Training Association (GSETA).
