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PA CareerLink® Lehigh Valley Notice

Live Webinars, Virtual Job Fairs and In-Person Recruitment Events (Employer Wednesday) will be listed on the calendar below. Click an event to view details.

Virtual workshop recordings can be found here.

Please go to www.careerlinklehighvalley.org for updates and additional information, or call 610-437-5627 ext. 0

Thank you.

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Re-Entry Informational Workshops: Day 3 - Professional Image (Live Webinar)
01/29/2024    
9:00 am - 10:00 am

Join us for the Live Re-entry Workshops, Day 3 – Professional Image, presented by the LEAP team. This webinar focuses on developing a professional image and topics include dressing for success, workplace etiquette, how to best market your skills, and more!

This webinar is geared towards returning citizens or anyone who has had a brush with the social justice system and seeks to address and reduce background barriers to employment, though all are welcome.

The webinar will begin promptly at 9:00 a.m. though there will be a fifteen minute grace period for later arrivals until 9:15 a.m.

Click here to access Zoom Link

 

Resume 'Deep Dive' with Dr. Andrea Grannum-Mosley, Lehigh Carbon Community College (Live Webinar)
01/29/2024    
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Your resume could make or break your chances of taking that next step in your career or landing your dream job.  Many job seekers struggle with writing a resume and marketing themselves to potential employers.

Andrea Grannum-Mosley, EdD., is the Director of Training and Development for Lehigh Carbon Community College, and she has kindly offered to facilitate a live webinar where she will take the topic of resume writing deeper than our very own, “Dos and Don’ts of Resumes” webinar.

Throughout the workshop, Andrea will expand on the different types of resumes, the best and worst items to have on your resume, action verbs, and more! Andrea and the Instructor Staff from CareerLink will also provide tips for your personal resume.

There will be a 15 minute grace period for late arrivals.

Click here to access Zoom Link

North Penn Legal Services: Clean Slate Law in Pennsylvania (In Person Workshop)
01/30/2024    
11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Join North Penn Legal Services in partnership with Pennsylvania CareerLink® Lehigh Valley for an in-person workshop on the Clean Slate Law.

This workshop will discuss the Clean Slate Law in Pennsylvania, record expungement, the Federal Bonding Program, and more!

The workshop will start promptly at 11:00 A.M.

Filing an Unemployment Claim: Initial Walk Through (In Person Workshop)
01/31/2024    
10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Please join us for a walk-through of the online Unemployment Compensation filing system presented by Unemployment Compensation.

After the class, you can use our Assessment Lab in a group session to file your Unemployment Compensation Claim while Unemployment Compensation Representatives are there to assist if needed.

To Register: Call 610-437-5627 ext. 0 

If you do not have an ID.me already set up, be sure to bring:

  • your drivers license or valid form of identification
  • your email address and password
Professional Communication (Live Webinar)
01/31/2024    
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

In this webinar we learn about and examine different communication strategies for the workplace. Topics will include the 4 different types of communication, barriers to effective communication, tips for active listening, and more.

The webinar will start promptly at 2:00 P.M. however, there will be a 15 minute grace period until 2:15 P.M. for late arrivals.

Click here to access Zoom Link

Resume Writing 101 (Live Webinar)
02/01/2024    
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Learn more about resumes, how they are used, and the do’s and don’ts of what to include in your resume.

The webinar will begin promptly at 2:00 p.m.  though there will be a fifteen minute grace period for later arrivals until 2:15 p.m.

Click here to access Zoom Link

So You Have an Interview (Live Webinar)
02/02/2024    
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

In this workshop, you will learn tips and techniques on how to do well at an interview, steps to prepare for the interview, the different types of interviews, and lastly, what to do and expect once the interview is over.

The webinar will start promptly at 2:00 P.M. however, there will be a 15 minute grace period until 2:15 P.M. for late arrivals.

Click here to access the Zoom Link

Re-Entry Informational Workshops: Day 4 - Interview Preparation (Live Webinar)
02/05/2024    
9:00 am - 10:00 am

Join us for the Live Re-entry Workshops, Day 4- Interview Preparation. During this session, examine and review tactics for interview success such as answering difficult interview questions, how to address background barriers, and more!

The webinar will begin promptly at 9:00am though there will be a fifteen minute grace period for later arrivals until 9:15am.

Click here to access Zoom Link

SkillUp ™ Your Career! (In Person Workshop)
02/05/2024    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Are you looking for classes and certifications to boost your resume? This hands-on workshop is for you!

This workshop will explore the fundamentals of SkillUp ™ and what it can offer to each individual.  SkillUp PA was launched to provide access to free, online job skills training to Pennsylvania residents. Visit CareerLink | SkillUp PA to learn more.

Through this workshop, you will investigate what classes and certifications are offered, as well as what courses are needed to advance you career goals. A representative from PA CareerLink® Lehigh Valley will walk you through the process of utilizing the platform and provide any necessary assistance during the workshop.

This workshop will start promptly at 12:00 PM.

** LIMITED SEATS AVAILABLE **

To Register: Call 610-437-5627   ext. 0

 

Building and Maintaining a LinkedIn Profile (Live Webinar)
02/06/2024    
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

In this webinar, job seekers will learn how to create an effective LinkedIn online profile in order to introduce them to the social networking platform and examine how it can be helpful towards gaining full-time employment.

The webinar will start promptly at 2:00 P.M. however, there will be a 15 minute grace period until 2:15 P.M. for late arrivals.

Click here to access Zoom Link

Applicant Tracking Systems (Live Webinar)
02/07/2024    
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

This webinar reviews the computer software many companies use to scan and filter through job applications called, “Applicant Tracking Systems”. We will discuss how applicant tracking systems work, how to edit your resume/job application to get through one, and how to recognize important keywords from job descriptions.

The webinar will start promptly at 2:00 P.M. however, there will be a 15 minute grace period until 2:15 P.M. for late arrivals.

Click here to access Zoom Link

 

Social Media Awareness & Personal Branding (Live Webinar)
02/08/2024    
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

This webinar reviews the importance of social media awareness in regards to one’s job search. We will also examine the basic process for personal branding during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond.  LinkedIn will be discussed in some detail.

The webinar will start promptly at 2:00 P.M. however, there will be a 15 minute grace period until 2:15 P.M. for late arrivals.

 

Click here to access Zoom Link

Filing an Unemployment Claim: Initial Walk Through (In Person Workshop)
02/09/2024    
10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Please join us for a walk-through of the online Unemployment Compensation filing system presented by Unemployment Compensation.

After the class, you can use our Assessment Lab in a group session to file your Unemployment Compensation Claim while Unemployment Compensation Representatives are there to assist if needed.

To Register: Call 610-437-5627 ext. 0 

If you do not have an ID.me already set up, be sure to bring:

  • your drivers license or valid form of identification
  • your email address and password
Workplace Etiquette (Live Webinar)
02/09/2024    
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

This webinar will examine and review multiple workplace etiquette situations including social and environmental awareness, dress codes, phone usage, ghosting in the workplace, missing work, and other topics.

The webinar will start promptly at 2:00 P.M. however, there will be a 15 minute grace period until 2:15 P.M. for late arrivals.

Click here to access the Zoom Link

Healthcare Career Exploration with Educational Opportunity Centers (In Person Workshop)
02/12/2024    
11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Educational Opportunity Centers Inc. is facilitating this workshop on specific industry hot jobs and career ladders with education needs focusing on Health Careers. This workshop will provide a comprehensive look at careers in this sector with career ladders, accrediting agencies, incentive programs, and more!

Please register here through EOC’s quick initial contact form!**

The workshop will start promptly at 11:00 A.M.

 

Matching Your Skills to a New Career with Educational Opportunity Centers (In Person Workshop)
02/12/2024    
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Educational Opportunity Centers Inc. is facilitating this workshop on how to identify your transferable skills from one job to another. If you want to try something new in your career, but are unsure how to get there, then this workshop is for you!

Please register here through EOC’s quick initial contact form!**

The workshop will start promptly at 1:00 P.M.

 

Credit & Borrowing | Fulton Bank (Live Webinar)
02/13/2024    
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Uncertain times can prove difficult to be confident financially. Luckily, Fulton Bank is here to help! Join us for a live Zoom Webinar as a Fulton representative discusses topics related to understanding credit and borrowing, building your credit, and more, while providing excellent resources for further assistance.

The workshop will start promptly at 2:00 PM however, there will be a 15 minute grace period for late arrivals.

Click here to access Zoom Link

14 Feb
02/14/2024    
11:45 am - 12:45 pm

Are you interested in advancing your career or exploring new skills? Join us for our monthly Training & Education Fair and meet with local training providers to obtain the necessary expertise to help you build your career and grow as a professional.

 

This event will help connect you with excellent providers such as Lehigh Career & Technical Institute, Northampton Community College, Lehigh Carbon  Community College, and many more who can help you achieve your next professional goal!

 

All interested individuals are welcome to attend.

Job Search for the Mature Worker (Live Webinar)
02/14/2024    
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

This workshop addresses the concerns and issues surrounding the job search for seasoned professionals looking for new opportunities. Join us and learn what it takes to stand out from the crowd and overcome the obstacles of the modern job seeker.

The webinar will begin promptly at 1:30 pm though there will be a fifteen minute grace period for later arrivals until 1:45 pm.

Click here to access Zoom Link

Cover Letters and References (Live Webinar)
02/15/2024    
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

This webinar will discuss the following topics: understanding the importance of a cover letter and references, guidelines to creating an effective cover letter and references, and reviewing a sample documents for both letters.

The webinar will start promptly at 2:00 P.M. however, there will be a 15 minute grace period until 2:15 P.M. for late arrivals.

Click here to access Zoom Link

 

Filing an Unemployment Claim: Initial Walk Through (In Person Workshop)
02/16/2024    
10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Please join us for a walk-through of the online Unemployment Compensation filing system presented by Unemployment Compensation.

After the class, you can use our Assessment Lab in a group session to file your Unemployment Compensation Claim while Unemployment Compensation Representatives are there to assist if needed.

To Register: Call 610-437-5627 ext. 0 

If you do not have an ID.me already set up, be sure to bring:

  • your drivers license or valid form of identification
  • your email address and password
'One Shot' Series: Resume Formatting (In Person Workshop)
02/16/2024    
11:00 am - 11:45 am

In this workshop, we will discuss the three primary resume formats. Job seekers can ask questions to determine what kind of format would function best for their work history and skills.

*The One Shot Workshops are a series of brief 30 minute- 45 minute In-Person sessions that discuss job search tips and trends*

The workshop will start promptly at 11:00 A.M.

 

19 Feb
02/19/2024    
All Day

Happy Presidents Day!

Regular services will resume on Tuesday, February 20, 2024.

20 Feb

U.S. Military Veterans meet with PA CareerLink U.S. Military Veteran Staff.

Please join us for light refreshments and an opportunity to network with other veterans and meet our vet staff to learn about the career services offered at the PA CareerLink® Lehigh Valley.

Register on our PA CareerLink Event Calendar at https://www.pacareerlink.pa.gov/

 

Las Mejores Prácticas Para Crear Un Curriculum Vitae (Taller En Persona)
02/20/2024    
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

¿Buscas empleo?

Ven a nuestro taller gratuito en persona, Las Mejores Prácticas Para Crear Un Curriculum Vitae adonde ofrecemos información para que aprendas preparar un curriculum vitae efectivo.

Por Favor: La clase comenzará a las 1:30 de la tarde. Hay un período de gracia de quince (15) minutos de 1:30-1:45 para los participantes tardíos.

 

Professional Communication (Live Webinar)
02/20/2024    
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

In this webinar we learn about and examine different communication strategies for the workplace. Topics will include the 4 different types of communication, barriers to effective communication, tips for active listening, and more.

The webinar will start promptly at 2:00 P.M. however, there will be a 15 minute grace period until 2:15 P.M. for late arrivals.

Click here to access Zoom Link

Establishing a Salary Range for an Interview (Live Webinar)
02/21/2024    
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Almost every application and/or employer has that frustrating question of what your hopeful salary range will be. This question can even pop up in certain screening calls! So, it is important to know how to research and create your own salary range. This webinar will review research tools and practices to help you know how much you should be asking for the next time you fill out an application or talk to an employer.

The webinar will start promptly at 2:00 P.M. however, there will be a 15 minute grace period until 2:15 P.M. for late arrivals.

Click here to access Zoom Link

Filing an Unemployment Claim: Initial Walk Through (In Person Workshop)
02/22/2024    
10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Please join us for a walk-through of the online Unemployment Compensation filing system presented by Unemployment Compensation.

After the class, you can use our Assessment Lab in a group session to file your Unemployment Compensation Claim while Unemployment Compensation Representatives are there to assist if needed.

To Register: Call 610-437-5627 ext. 0 

If you do not have an ID.me already set up, be sure to bring:

  • your drivers license or valid form of identification
  • your email address and password
North Penn Legal Services: Clean Slate Law in Pennsylvania (In Person Workshop)
02/22/2024    
11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Join North Penn Legal Services in partnership with Pennsylvania CareerLink® Lehigh Valley for an in-person workshop on the Clean Slate Law.

This workshop will discuss the Clean Slate Law in Pennsylvania, record expungement, the Federal Bonding Program, and more!

The workshop will start promptly at 11:00 A.M.

Keyboarding (In Person Workshop)

We invite you to join us for a walk-through session where we will cover a beginners level of typing. The workshop will include an exercise on mouse usage, a walk-through of the typing.com website, best practices when typing, and how to track your progress.

A representative from PA CareerLink® Lehigh Valley will be present to provide any necessary assistance during the workshop.

The workshop will start promptly at 2:00 p.m. There will be a 15 minute grace period for late arrivals.

 

** LIMITED SEATS AVAILABLE **

To Register: Call 610-437-5627 ext. 0

Re-Entry Informational Workshops: Day 5 - How to Follow Up with an Employer (Live Webinar)
02/26/2024    
9:00 am - 10:00 am

Join us for the Live Re-entry Workshops, Day 5- How to Follow Up with an Employer, presented by the LEAP Team.  This session will focus on different ways to follow up with an employer following a job interview.

This webinar is geared towards returning citizens and seeks to address and reduce background barriers to employment, though all are welcome.

The webinar will begin promptly at 9:00 a.m. though there will be a fifteen minute grace period for later arrivals until 9:15 a.m.

Click here to access Zoom Link

The First Step to Starting a Business | Small Business Development Center (In Person & Live Webinar)

This workshop will cover essential topics for starting a business, including the requirements for initiation, obtaining financing, necessary licenses and applications, and the significance and function of a business plan, marketing plan, and financial plan.

The workshop will be offered simultaneously via Zoom and in person at our PA CareerLink Lehigh Valley office located at 555 Union Blvd, Allentown, PA 18109. The workshop will begin promptly at 11:00 A.M.

Please register for the workshop and select if you will be attending in person or via Zoom.        Click here to register for the workshop!

Click here to access Zoom Link!

 

 

Jobs for You! (Live Webinar)
02/28/2024    
2:00 pm - 2:30 pm

This webinar will review the latest and greatest open positions in the Lehigh Valley area. Staff are available to answer questions about the positions and applications in general.

The webinar will start promptly at 2:00 P.M; However, there will be a 10 minute grace period until 2:10 P.M. for late arrivals.

Click here to access Zoom Link

Filing an Unemployment Claim: Initial Walk Through (In Person Workshop)
02/29/2024    
10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Please join us for a walk-through of the online Unemployment Compensation filing system presented by Unemployment Compensation.

After the class, you can use our Assessment Lab in a group session to file your Unemployment Compensation Claim while Unemployment Compensation Representatives are there to assist if needed.

To Register: Call 610-437-5627 ext. 0 

If you do not have an ID.me already set up, be sure to bring:

  • your drivers license or valid form of identification
  • your email address and password
Career Exploration Lab (In Person Workshop)
02/29/2024    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Are you looking for a new career, but do not know where to start? This hands-on workshop is for you! This workshop will explore how to find the best job satisfaction through the use of a few tools such as the High Priority Occupation list, Interest Profiler, O*NET OnLine, and more. The facilitator will also go over how to find training providers through the PA CareerLink® website.

The workshop will start promptly at 11:00 a.m.

** LIMITED SEATS AVAILABLE **

To Register: Call 610-437-5627   ext. 0

 

Resume Writing 101 (Live Webinar)
03/01/2024    
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Learn more about resumes, how they are used, and the do’s and don’ts of what to include in your resume.

The webinar will begin promptly at 2:00 p.m.  though there will be a fifteen minute grace period for later arrivals until 2:15 p.m.

Click here to access Zoom Link

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Jobs for You! (Live Webinar)

November 22nd, 2024
1:00 PM - 1:45 PM
This webinar will review the latest and greatest open positions in the Lehigh Valley area. Staff are available to answer…

Career Exploration Lab (In Person)

November 25th, 2024
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Are you looking for a new career, but do not know where to start? This hands-on workshop is for you!…

Reentry Series: Day 2 – Ace the Interview: Addressing Background and Gaps in Employment (Live Webinar)

November 26th, 2024
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Join us for our 5 -day comprehensive reentry series, every Tuesday! This webinar is Day 2 – Ace the Interview:…

Interview Tips & Trends (Live Webinar)

November 27th, 2024
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Join us as we discuss how to ace the interview with preparation,  review actual interview questions,  examine the post-interview process,…

Thanksgiving Observed – PA CareerLink® Closed

November 28th, 2024
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Thanksgiving Observed – PA CareerLink® Lehigh Valley Closed on 11/28/2024 and 11/29/2024. Regular services will resume on Monday, December 2,…

Thanksgiving Observed – PA CareerLink® Closed

November 29th, 2024
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Thanksgiving Observed – PA CareerLink® Lehigh Valley Closed on 11/28/2024 and 11/29/2024. Regular services will resume on Monday, December 2,…

SkillUp™ Your Career! (In Person)

December 2nd, 2024
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Are you looking for classes and certifications to boost your resume? This hands-on workshop is for you! This workshop will…

Resume Writing 101 (In Person)

December 3rd, 2024
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Join us and pave your path to career success with confidence and clarity when crafting your resume! Uncover the importance…

Reentry Series: Day 3 – The Big Interview: Your Reentry Playbook (Live Webinar)

December 3rd, 2024
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Join us for the reentry series workshops, Day 3 – The Big Interview: Your Reentry Playbook, presented by the LEAP…

Hot Jobs! (In Person)

December 4th, 2024
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Join us to explore the hottest job opportunities in the Lehigh Valley and take your career to the next level!…