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Career Development Programs for Job Seekers

In-Person Events

[NOTE: Given the ever-evolving situation with COVID-19, job seekers are advised to contact the host prior to the event to confirm event plans.]

  • Goodwill of North Georgia has reopened all of its Career Centers.  Career Centers are open from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday, on days other than a federal or state holiday.  Click here for a video regarding what to expect when visiting a Career Center.  Click here for more information on Goodwill’s coronavirus response.  The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Works Program (snapworks@ging.org) at Goodwill provides funds for training programs for adults who are eligible to receive food stamps.  Weekly Job Training Information Sessions will be held as follows: 
    • Cartersville – Skills Training Information Sessions – Tuesdays, 10:00 AM, Cartersville Career Center (929 Joe Frank Harris Parkway SE, Cartersville, GA).  Information will be provided on the Logistics, Hospitality, Medical Billing & Coding, Welding, and Forklift training programs.  Contact Capri Taylor at ctaylor2@ging.org or 678-744-3114 for more information.  
    • Decatur – Skills Training Information Sessions – Thursdays, 2:00 PM, Decatur Career Center (2201 Lawrenceville Highway, Suite 200, Decatur, GA).  Contact Jacqueline Dottin-Dodd @ jddodd@ging.org or 404-554-9582.
    • South DeKalb – Skills Training Information Sessions – Wednesdays, 2:00 PM, South DeKalb Career Center (1295 Columbia Drive, Decatur, GA).  Information will be provided on the Highway Construction, Forklift, Floor Technician/Custodial, and Maintenance training programs.  Contact Sean West (for Skills Training Information Sessions and Individual Assessments) at swest@ging.org or Rose Perry (for GoodBiz) at rperry@ging.org or 404-728-8644 for more information.   
    • Woodstock – Skills Training Information Sessions – Thursdays, 10:00 AM, Woodstock Career Center (9425 Highway 92, Woodstock, GA).  Information will be provided on the Logistics, Hospitality, Medical Billing & Coding, Technology Careers, Welding, and Forklift training programs.  Contact Capri Taylor at ctaylor2@ging.org or 678-744-3114 for more information.  
  • Fathers Incorporated, through its Gentle Warriors Academy, is recruiting participants for its upcoming Next Level Fatherhood Program supported through a 5-year grant from the Administration of Children and Families Office of Family Assistance.  The grant will enable Fathers Incorporated to serve 900 fathers in 7 counties in metro Atlanta.  The first cohort for the 40-hour, 10-week program – designed to empower, add value, and transform dads to contribute to the strengthening of their children and families – will begin in March 2021.  Click here for a flyer.  Click here for more information.

Virtual Events

  • Goodwill of North Georgia is holding one-hour Virtual Information Sessions on Mondays and Wednesdays at 10:00 AM, and Tuesdays, at 6:00 PM, with the exception of state or federal holidays.  These sessions provide information on the many skills training programs available through Goodwill.   Click here to sign up for a session.
  • Goodwill of North Georgia is holding one-hour Virtual Career Drop-in Sessions on Mondays through Thursdays, at 11:00 AM, with the exception of state or federal holidays.  Goodwill’s Virtual Career Services Staff will be present to answer questions on topics ranging from resume development and interviewing to navigating the changing job market.  Job seekers can also schedule a 1-on-1 appointment.  Click here to join the session. 
  • Goodwill of North Georgia is hosting several Virtual Classes through its Career Services.  Interested individuals should go to www.careerconnector.org to learn more and register.
    • Resume Development – Mondays, at 2:00 PM.
    • NorthStar Assessment – Mondays, at 6:00 PM.
    • Basic MS PowerPoint Workshop – Tuesday, January 19th, at 10:00 AM.
    • Intermediate MS PowerPoint Workshop – Tuesday, January 19th, at 2:00 PM.
    • Virtual Interview Workshop – Wednesdays, at 2:00 PM.
    • Advanced MS PowerPoint Workshop – Thursday, January 21st, at 2:00 PM.
    • Financial Friday Workshop – Fridays, at 10:00 AM.
    • Basics: Computer, Internet & Email Workshop – Tuesday, January 26th, at 10:00 AM.
    • First Impressions & Interviewing – Tuesday, January 26th, at 2:00 PM.
    • Future Boss: Employer Speaker Series – Thursday, January 28th, at 2:00 PM.
  • Kennesaw State University is hosting online Professional Education Information Sessions on its upcoming training courses.  Participants can meet instructors, learn more about the courses, and ask questions before enrolling for a course through these free sessions.  Course registration discounts are available through January 20th.  Click here to learn more and register.
    • Information Systems Security Professional – Tuesday, January 19th, from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
    • Web Design & Development – Tuesday, January 19th, from 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM.
    • Human Resources Management SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP – Wednesday, January 20th, from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
  • The Jewish Family & Career Services (JF&CS) is hosting its Virtual Resume Workshop on Tuesday, January 19th, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Learn how to create an effective resume or improve the one you already have. Transform your resume into a powerful tool. This workshop will identify the different parts of a resume and their purpose, create a master profile of core competences and accomplishments and provide a checklist of resume do’s and don’ts. It will also help you develop a cover letter to accompany your resume.  Click here to register.
  • The Urban League of Greater Atlanta is currently accepting referrals for our Urban Youth Empowerment Program (UYEP) Young Fathers Program, focused on young adult fathers ages 18-24 with current or prior involvement with the criminal justice system. The program will provide the program participants with access to individualized case management, career advisement in high demand industry sectors, educational enhancement opportunities, credential attainment, mentoring, career readiness training and employment opportunities.  The “young father” is required to have charges adjudicated. The goals of UYEP Young Fathers is to promote responsible parenting and successful reintegration into the community utilizing evidence-based practices that lead to healthy child development, positive relationships with young fathers and their children.  Supportive Services assistance may include MARTA Cards and stipends may be available at certain intervals during the program based upon eligibility and successful participation.  Contact Ebony White, Program Manager, with any questions you may have at ewhite@ulgatl.org or by phone at 404-449-6286. Click here for the Zoom link to join the information session every Tuesday at 10 AM.   
  • The Urban League of Greater Atlanta’s Youth and Young Adult Services @Promise Team is continuing to provide education and career services via virtual platforms. Those interested in learning more about the many educational and occupational opportunities and programs for individuals, between the ages of 16-24, can sign into the League’s weekly information sessions. The Virtual Information Sessions will be held every Tuesday at 10:00 AM. The sessions are hosted by Ebony White, Program Manager, who can be contacted at ewhite@ulgatl.org or 404-449-6286.  Click here for a link to join the Zoom call.  DELETE 7:00 pm.
  • STRIVE Atlanta is hosting a Virtual Info Session on its upcoming Certified Logistics Training Program on Wednesday, January 20th, and Wednesday, January 27th, at 10:00 AM.  The 7-week, tuition-free virtual training program will begin on Monday, February 8th.  To join the information session, click here to connect via Zoom and use the password: strive2021.  The Certified Logistics program features STRIVE’s signature job readiness training (virtually) and occupational training instructed by Atlanta Tech and Chattahoochee Technical College (in-person and virtually). Graduates will earn industry-recognized credentials and have support connecting to employment with STRIVE Atlanta’s robust employer network.  Click here for a flyer.  Click here for more information.  Click here to complete a short Career Path Interest Form to get started.
  • The Urban League of Greater Atlanta’s Youth and Young Adult Services program will be hosting weekly Virtual Career Readiness Training Sessions via Zoom each Wednesday and Thursday from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM. This career training will equip participants with tangible skills that will enable them to secure jobs, identify career pathways, maintain employment, problem-solve, work toward financial goals, and move into higher-skilled and better paying positions over time.   Contact Ebony White, Youth and Young Adults Program Manager, at ewhite@ulgatl.org or Aaron Johnson, Career and Employment Specialist, at ajohnson@ulgatl.org for more information.  Click here for a link to join the Zoom call.
  • Literacy Action is hosting its online Family Literacy class every Wednesday, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM.  The class focuses on providing parents with skills that increase their verbal, reading and math literacy skills, and to assist them in promoting their children’s educational development.  Click here to register.
  • The Urban League of Greater Atlanta’s Youth and Young Adult Services is hosting College Readiness Workshops every Wednesday, at 5:00 PM.   These workshops are designed to prepare and expose middle and high school students to post-secondary institutions. The workshops also feature a guest speaker from the admissions departments of colleges/universities.  Click here to register.   
  • The Urban League of Greater Atlanta hosts the Career Exploration Social Hour every Friday, at 1:00 PM.  This weekly event provides job seekers with an opportunity to connect with potential employers and learn about the current employment market.  Click here for a flyer.  Click here to register.
  • Literacy Action is hosting a New Student Orientation on Monday, January 25th, at 11:00 AM and at 3:00 PM.  Participants can join a session to learn about Literacy Action’s free High School Equivalency Prep, Career and College Services, and English classes.  Click here for a registration flyer for the January 25th session.  Click here to register.
  • The Jewish Family & Career Services (JF&CS) is hosting its Virtual LinkedIn Workshop on Tuesday, January 26th, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 AM. Join JF&CS for a 2-hour virtual LinkedIn Workshop designed to give job seekers and those in career transition a solid base of information to strengthen their brand on LinkedIn. This workshop will cover how to set up a profile and use the job search resources offered through LinkedIn.  Click here to register.
  • The Jewish Family & Career Services (JF&CS) is hosting its Virtual Job Search Workshop on Tuesday, February 2nd, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Join JF&CS for a 1- hour workshop where we will explore strategies to conduct a successful job search that will help you secure employment more effectively. This workshop will cover key information regarding organizing an action plan to move your job search forward. Topics will include how to handle the emotional roller coaster, job choice and self-assessments, identifying potential employers, creating a personal branding statement, networking strategies and more.  Click here to register.
  • The Jewish Family & Career Services (JF&CS) is hosting its Virtual Resume Workshop on Tuesday, February 9th, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Learn how to create an effective resume or improve the one you already have. Transform your resume into a powerful tool. This workshop will identify the different parts of a resume and their purpose, create a master profile of core competences and accomplishments and provide a checklist of resume do’s and don’ts. It will also help you develop a cover letter to accompany your resume.  Click here to register.
  • The Jewish Family & Career Services (JF&CS) is hosting its Virtual Interviewing Workshop on Tuesday, February 16th, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Learn how to better prepare for an interview, understand the different types of interviews and answer common interview questions. This workshop will address how to tackle difficult interviewing moments as well as help you gain strategies on the do’s and don’ts of salary negotiation.  Click here to register.
  • The Jewish Family & Career Services (JF&CS) is hosting its Virtual LinkedIn Workshop on Tuesday, February 23rd, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 AM. Join JF&CS for a 2-hour virtual LinkedIn Workshop designed to give job seekers and those in career transition a solid base of information to strengthen their brand on LinkedIn. This workshop will cover how to set up a profile and use the job search resources offered through LinkedIn.  Click here to register.

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Virtual Services

  • The Georgia Department of Labor provides Online Services through its website.  Employ Georgia provides job seekers with the ability to view job postings and apply for jobs.  Individuals can apply for Unemployment Insurance Benefits through GDOL’s website.  Click here for COVID-19 Individual FAQs relating to unemployment benefits.  Click here to learn what to do have an unemployment claim is filed.  Click here for information for those with jobs impacted by COVID-19.  Click here to access GDOL services. 
  • Goodwill of North Georgia offers Virtual Career Services through CareerConnector.org 24 hours a day.  Job seekers can log on to CareerConnector.org and click to have a live chat with a virtual career coach.  When job seekers first register online, they will be asked if they would like to schedule a 1:1 appointment with a career coach. Appointments are available by phone or virtually. Career Services staff will contact the job seeker to set up the appointment time through their preferred method of communication. Job seekers can also sign up for 1:1 appointments after they first register by accessing each career center’s online calendar.  Job seekers can access virtual career services at CareerConnector.org and by phone at 844-344-WORK.  Click here for a flyer.
  • The Urban League of Greater Atlanta is currently accepting referrals for its Urban Youth Empowerment Program (UYEP) Young Fathers Program, focused on young adult fathers ages 18-24 with current or prior involvement with the criminal justice system. The program will provide the program participants with access to individualized case management, career advisement in high demand industry sectors, educational enhancement opportunities, credential attainment, mentoring, career readiness training and employment opportunities.  The “young father” is required to have charges adjudicated. The goals of UYEP Young Fathers is to promote responsible parenting and successful reintegration into the community utilizing evidence-based practices that lead to healthy child development, positive relationships with young fathers and their children.  Supportive Services assistance may include MARTA Cards and stipends may be available at certain intervals during the program based upon eligibility and successful participation. Contact Ms. Ebony White, Program Manager, with any questions you may have at ewhite@ulgatl.org or by phone at 404-449-6286.
  • WorkSource Georgia provides a number of online career services tools through the WorkSource Georgia Portal.  Career Explorer helps job seekers learn about thee job and personal skills they have and how those skills relate to specific occupations or careers.  The tool also allows job seekers to find occupations that are similar to their current or previous jobs based on factors such as required knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform successfully.  Job seekers can use the Job Market Explorer to find occupations that match their education, experience, and desired income level.  Career Informer provides specific information on occupations such as wages, employers, future employment outlook, work activities and conditions, required skills and abilities, and job listings.  Click here to access the portal.

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