ANNOUNCEMENTS
In response to Governor Wolf's mandate regarding the COVID-19 pandemic, both the PA CareerLink at Media and the Delaware County Community College will be closed until Monday, April 6 at 8:00 AM.
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Effective March 16, 2020 – March 27, 2020
All Pa CareerLink Delaware County locations will be closed due to the COVID-19.
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If you have been scheduled for an activity during this time you will be contacted to reschedule. UC Phone hours and phone numbers will be posted in a separate post.
You are still able to access our website at
Information on how to sign in and reset password will be posted for your convenience.
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ABOUT
The WDB meeting scheduled for March 19, 2020 has been cancelled.
JOBS - NEWS - EVENTS
Events Calendar
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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
Notice: due to COVID-19 Pandemic, there will be an extension to April 23rd for the Request for Proposals.
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The Chester Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee for the Electrical Industry agreed to open applications for apprenticeship. The applications will be taken at the Office of Local Union No. 654, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), 3729 Chichester Ave., Boothwyn Pa. 19061
For Information:
APPRENTICESHIP APPLICATIONS FOR INTERNATIONAL BROTHERHOOD OF ELECTRICAL WORKERS UNION
The Delaware County Workforce Development Board (DCWDB) works
in partnership with
Delaware County Council to provide programs
and services to job seekers and employers.
ON THE JOB TRAINING
Delaware County's OJT program opens new opportunities for job seekers and provides incentives to local employers to train and retain employees for skilled positions. Jobs available depend on current employer needs and are therefore subject to change at any given time, but there are generally opportunities in energy, healthcare and advanced manufacturing industries.
Contact Bob Martin of EDSI at 610-876-4855 or rmartin@edsisolutions.com
3D ARTS TRAINING OPPORTUNITY
FOR YOUTH
Do you have an interest in learning animation, modeling in 3D, texturing, basic coding, and game design?
We can help you:
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Research careers
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Review job postings
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YOUTH JOB TRAINING
Clinical Medical Assistant Program
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Are you ready to fast track your way into a Career in Healthcare?
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WARDROBES FOR WORK
NEUMANN UNIVERSITY
Wardrobes for work seeks to help those who are entering or re-entering the workplace by offering them free personal attire.
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New! "Career Pivot" at
Delaware County Community College
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Are you considering a career change? "Career Pivot" is a new, informative workshop being offered at our Media office at Delaware County Community College, designed to help guide your career transition. Learn more about how to craft your new resume and cover letter, engage your network, and change your "brand."
For more information or to register, call 610-723-1220.
at GoodWill
Chester Upland School District Jobs
View all job listings and how to apply.
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WELDING CERTIFICATE TRAINING
Have you ever considered becoming a welder? Do you qualify for training funds? Find out by calling CareerLink
today at 610-723-1220.
Welding Certificate Program Info
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PATHWAYS PA OLDER WORKERS
INTRODUCING "GPS 360"
Are you a mature job seeker with marketable skills? Feeling lost? Worried you will stay unemployed for a long time, or be forced to take a job you don't really want? Need direction but not sure where to turn?
GPS 360 is a full-circle collaborative process designed to meet your individual job search needs with strategic assessments, individual and group coaching, skill building events and access to a community of your peers who understand what you are going through.
Unless you are sure how to get where you want to go, you may belong here - why not find out?
Read more and sign up here!
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FOR OUR VETERANS
CAREER TRAINING FOR VETERANS AT DELAWARE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Do you know a Veteran seeking training in a regional high-demand occupation?
Delaware County Community College (DCCC) has grant money available for Veterans that are unemployed or under-employed and want to upgrade their skills to prepare them for a high-priority, high-demand occupation.
Following the determination of academic readiness, each participant will work with a Career Coach to review DCCC's eligible programs. If interested in learning more, contact:
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Contact Veterans Career Coach Peggy Schils at 610-723-4036 or email mschils@dccc.edu
ARE YOU A VETERAN LOOKING FOR EMPLOYMENT?
Read about Community Action Agency of Delaware County and its efforts to connect you with employers.
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DELAWARE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE'S NEW "ABILILTY TO BENEFIT PROGRAM"
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Learn about this college pathway for motivated adults who did not complete high school or earn their high school equivalency but want to prepare for a high-priority occupation in our region.
VETERANS UPWARD BOUND PROGRAM
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The Veterans Upward Bound (VUB) Program at the University of Pennsylvania is a FREE, non-credited, non-profit,
pre-college program federally funded with a grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
Click the star for program information
IS YOUR BUSINESS LOOKING FOR SKILLED AND COMMITTED EMPLOYEES? HIRE A VETERAN!
Read more about how Community Action Agency of Delaware County is working to connect unemployed and underemployed Veterans with businesses in our community.
PATHWAYS PA - ADULT BASIC EDUCATION AND GED
Pathways PA provides Adult Basic Education and GED classes, offered year-round at various sites throughout Delaware County.
To learn more, please call Kathy Raymond at 610-543-5022 x259 or visit the website at:
http://www.pathwayspa.org/index.php/programs/self-sufficiency
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HOW TO START YOUR OWN BUSINESS
Learn more about what it takes to start and grow a successful business!
NEW VIDEO SERIES FOR JOB SEEKERS AT NEUMANN UNIVERSITY