Marin County Free Library issued the following announcement on Dec. 4.
While numerous people in Marin have lost their jobs as a result of the pandemic, COVID-19 is also making it harder than ever to gain career skills and look for work. Here are some resources that are still available for job seekers in a modified format, whether virtually or by phone.
Having the right clothing for a job search is important. Bloom is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing two-week wardrobes tailored to each individual’s needs for low-income children and adults residing in Marin County.
Service is by referral: tell your counselor, teacher, social worker, or pastor to fill out the Referral Form
CareerPoint North Bay
CareerPoint is a “network of workforce experts on a mission to provide the highest quality employment and training solutions for the North Bay’s businesses and career seekers.”
Career counseling: leave a message by calling the number below and pressing 1. Someone will contact you within 48 hours.
Hours: 9am – 12pm, 1 – 3pm
Contact: 415-473-3300 or MarinInfo@CareerPointNorthBay.org
Job and career events: see listings specific to Marin here. You can also sign up to receive an email digest at the bottom of this page.
AT&T Live Virtual Event
Thursday, December 10, 2020
Click here to register and receive a link.
Hiring For:
Retail Sales Consultants
Assistant Store Managers – Management
Retail Sales Manager – Management
In Home Sales Experts – Management
Business Sales Executives – Management
Retail, In Home Sales Experts and Business Sales will each have their own call, candidates are welcome to register for all that they are interested in pursuing. (Click the flyer at right to view the PDF)
Layoff Assistance Webinar
Next Date: 10 am on December 16, 2020. They will continue in the New Year
Register here!
Check Out From the Library
Of course, there are a variety of materials in our catalog that can help your job search! Some ideas to try out:
- the Classroom in a book series
- Job Hunting
- Career Development
- Success in Business
Department of Rehabilitation
The Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) assists Californians with disabilities obtain and retain employment and maximize their ability to live independently. Vocational rehabilitation teams work closely with job seekers to establish the best combination of services and resources necessary to prepare for, find, retain and advance in employment
Call (415) 893-7702 for information and to receive an application.
Lynda.com
An invaluable resources for learning new skills, Lynda.com allows you to take classes and monitor your progress in a variety of software and skills related to different subjects, from business to photography, sound editing, or game development.
Use the MCFL portal link and log on with your library card and PIN/password for access.
Safari Books Online
The premise of Safari Books is to make the best technology books and videos from leading authors and publishers available to professionals at any stage of their career. Every day, developers, designers, IT professionals, and entrepreneurs learn more about topics like Objective C, Python, Cisco administration, responsive design, and lean analytics using Safari’s comprehensive web-based libraries.
Follow this link and log in with your library card number and PIN/password.
YWCA 50+
The YWCA’s Fifty+ program is the only place in the Bay Area that offers free training and placement services exclusively to women over 50. Through our workshops, one-on-one assistance and direct placement services, we have the proven model for success for mature women looking to find work.
Original source can be found here.
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