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Community Resources and Job Opportunities (10/9/20)
Community Resources and Job Opportunities (10/5/20)
Community Resources and Job Opportunities (9/28/20)
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CareerCatchers Empowerment Workshop
CareerCatchers holds an Empowerment Workshop on Tuesday afternoons from 3:00pm – 4:00pm. We understand that this is a very stressful time for everyone with many unforeseen challenges arising as a result of COVID-19. We wanted to create a safe group environment where we can discuss these challenges and come up with strategies for dealing with them. Please contact chris@careercatchers.org to join and for more information.
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Community Resources
Unemployment Benefits Are Taxable
Unemployment benefits must be reported on federal tax returns. If receiving unemployment benefits, as well as the additional $600 per week in coronavirus relief any time during the year, tax returns may be affected. Learn what you need to do here. Access information in Spanish here.
State of Maryland: Information Session for Job Seekers- Open to Everyone
Thursday, October 1, 2020 11:00am-12:30pm
Maryland Apprenticeship 2.0: Information Session for Job Seekers- Open to Everyone
Thursday, November 12, 2020 11:00am-12:00pm
Nonprofit COVID-19 Response Meeting Recap (from 9/16)
Updates on the considerations and guidelines for re-opening offices and services from DHHS. View video.
Latino COVID19 Initiative- Por Nuestra Salud y Bienestar (Health and Wellbeing Initiative) Salud y Bienestar bilingual information hotline to help connect people to resources is staffed by CASA and operates M-F 9am-5pm. The phone number is 301-270-8432. Click here for the informational flyers in Spanish.
Books@Home from the Library
A free service offered by Montgomery County Public Libraries that mails library materials through the USPS to the homes of Montgomery County residents who can’t visit the library to pick up holds due to disability, health, or frailty. A healthcare provider, social services provider, or clergy person must sign the application, certifying that the applicant can’t come to the library. Questions about the service can be directed to any library branch.
Job Opportunities
Earn $100-$400 per return you complete as a tax pro this upcoming tax season. You can create your own schedule and work from home
If interested click here
Baltimore, MD
Montgomery County, MD
Position is open until filled
For further information contact: Andrew Nelson
Target
“What does your anxiety do? It does not empty tomorrow of its sorrow, but it empties today of its strength. It does not make you escape the evil; it makes you unfit to cope with it if it comes.” -Raymond L. Cramer
Wellness Tip Sometimes, we don’t need to add new activities to get more pleasure. We just need to soak up the joy in the ones we’ve already got. Trying to be optimistic doesn’t mean ignoring the uglier sides of life. It just means focusing on the positive as much as possible.
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Community Resources and Job Opportunities (9/21/20)
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CareerCatchers Empowerment Workshop
CareerCatchers holds an Empowerment Workshop on Tuesday afternoons from 3:00pm – 4:00pm. We also understand that this is a very stressful time for everyone with many unforeseen challenges arising as a result of COVID-19. We wanted to create a safe group environment where we can discuss these challenges and come up with strategies for dealing with them. Please contact chris@careercatchers.org to join and for more information.
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Community Resources
The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities (CBPP) released a new analysis estimating that there are 12 million people across the country who are eligible for Economic Impact Payments (EIP) who may miss out on payments unless they take action by October 15.
Complete the IRS form for non-filers to receive their Economic Impact Payment here.
MC Industry Certification and Credentialing Preparation Programs
Montgomery College has a wide variety of courses, programs, certificates or degrees that can potentially lead to industry certifications. Workforce Development and Continuing Education has quite a few courses designed specifically for test or exam preparation in a number of very popular topics such as PMP®, SHRM, CDA, Healthcare, IT fields, Building and Construction and many more.
FREE Online Class and Introduction to Culinary Skills for English, Spanish, and French Language Learners
Class: Monday-Friday, 2:00 pm-4:30 pm October 19 – December 11
No computer? We can help (FIRST COME FIRST SERVED) Text or call 301-876-4419 for more information
FREE Microsoft Word 101- Learn the Basics in Spanish and English
Free, self-paced, and available on-demand
Identity is honored to be working with the Latino Health Initiative, the Department of Health and Human Services, and partners to help Montgomery County residents find resources for emergency assistance such as Census completion support, food, FREE COVID Testing, SNAP (food stamps), Free and Reduced Priced Meal (FARMs) applications, Housing/Rental Assistance, Care for Kids/Montgomery Cares Applications, Unemployment, Mental Health Referrals, and much more between now and late December 2020. Organizations can make referrals, but people can self-refer as well. Identity has bilingual (English/Spanish) case managers ready to help by electronic referral or by phone.
Go to www.identity-youth.org and make a referral in English or Spanish. The referral form is on the homepage. Or call Maribel at 301-800-5519 or Rita at 240-306-7626.
COVID-19 Updates and Resources
Job Opportunities
The Welcome Back Center is looking for internationally-trained Spanish speaking nurses who have completed at least a 2-year degree abroad and are currently living or working in Maryland.
Registration for the information session closes on Friday, September 25
Application Information Session in Spanish on Thursday, October 1, 2020 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm via Zoom
Full-Time Community Kitchen Program Manager Takoma Park, MD Application Deadline: October 7, 2020 at 11:59 pm
Full-Time Director in Marketing and Communications Bethesda, MD
Identity
Seeking talented applicants for a number of full and part-time positions. Some are permanent and some are temporary.
Visit the career section.
Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. Send cover letter and resume to humanresources@identity-youth.org
“You have to find that place that brings out the human in you. The soul in you. The love in you.” -R.M Drake
Wellness Tip Avoiding the news for a day makes our “wise mind” available when we do tune back into news. “Wise mind” is a term from dialectical behavioral therapy that refers to a way of looking at things with perspective and acceptance, or “peace in the truth.”
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Community Resources and Job Opportunities (9/14/20)
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CareerCatchers’ Events
CareerCatcher Evening Discussion Group
CareerCatchers Weekly Job Club
Community Resources Lost Wages Assistance (LWA) Program
When you sign on to complete your weekly certification, you will be prompted to complete the following form: 
You are eligible for the benefits if you:
Be eligible for at least $100 of unemployment compensation under any of the following UI programs:
County launches $20 million COVID rent relief program: : Now Accepting Requests for Second Phase of Rental Assistance
Montgomery County officials today launched the second phase of the COVID Rent Relief Program to provide financial assistance to eligible residents. More than $1 million in financial assistance was given to eligible households in the initial phase of the program.
The Community Action Virtual Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Free Income Tax Preparation MONTGOMERY COUNTY RESIDENTS ONLY
For more information view flyer here Visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov/cashback for more information
Adult ESOL & Literacy Grant Program ESOL Vocational Courses Orientation & Testing Sessions for Online Classes Fall 2020
Do you want to take an on-line workplace English class that will help you with English for your job? Your level must be Intermediate 1, Intermediate 2 or Advanced to take these
Young Adult Opportunity Program Invites You to Youth Development Partners Coalition Summit 2020
RSVP no later than September 17, 2020 to nharrison@worksourcemontgomery.com
When: Wednesday, September 23, 2020 To join virtual event, click HERE.
Identity is honored to be working with the Latino Health Initiative, the Department of Health and Human Services, and partners to help Montgomery County residents find resources for emergency assistance such as Census completion support, food, FREE COVID Testing, SNAP (food stamps), Free and Reduced Priced Meal (FARMs) applications, Housing/Rental Assistance, Care for Kids/Montgomery Cares Applications, Unemployment, Mental Health Referrals, and much more between now and late December 2020. Organizations can make referrals, but people can self-refer as well. Identity has bilingual (English/Spanish) case managers ready to help by electronic referral or by phone.
Go to www.identity-youth.org and make a referral in English or Spanish. The referral form is on the homepage. Or call Maribel at 301-800-5519 or Rita at 240-306-7626.
COVID-19 Updates and Resources
Job Opportunities
FedEx Hiring Event Tuesday, September 15, 2020 10:00 am- 5:00pm
Nymeo Field Parking lot 21 Stadium Drive Frederick, MD 21703
For more information, text FXGflyer to 33011 or visit GroundWarehouseJobs.fedex.com.
Tri-County Council for Southern MD The 9th Annual Southern Maryland Hiring Event is NOW a VIRTUAL HIRING MEGA EVENT! Wednesday, September 23, 2020 10:00 am-4:00 pm
Job seekers get prepared to meet up to 100 local businesses online
In-Home Tutoring (Not Remote)
Email emma@careercatchers.org
The Federal Government is looking to fill various positions to help respond to and fight COVID-19. View open positions.
Identity
Seeking talented applicants for a number of full and part-time positions. Some are permanent and some are temporary.
Visit the career section.
Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. Send cover letter and resume to humanresources@identity-youth.org
“Life keeps throwing me stones. And I keep finding the diamonds.” -Ana Claudia Antunes
Wellness Tip Build your immune system through laughter! Health-increasing hormones like endorphins are released into your body when you laugh. Additionally, laughter works your abdominal muscles.
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Community Resources and Job Opportunities (9/8/20)
Due to popular demand CareerCatchers will be holding a workshop series on:
The Principles of Bookkeeping
Come learn what Bookkeepers do, why their work is important, and how financial information is used to make sound decisions. Email chris@careercatchers.org for more information. Space is limited to 10-15 slots.
CareerCatchers Weekly Job Club
Identity is honored to be working with the Latino Health Initiative, the Department of Health and Human Services, and partners to help Montgomery County residents find resources for emergency assistance such as Census completion support, food, FREE COVID Testing, SNAP (food stamps), Free and Reduced Priced Meal (FARMs) applications, Housing/Rental Assistance, Care for Kids/Montgomery Cares Applications, Unemployment, Mental Health Referrals, and much more between now and late December 2020. Organizations can make referrals, but people can self-refer as well. Identity has bilingual (English/Spanish) case managers ready to help by electronic referral or by phone.
Go to www.identity-youth.org and make a referral in English or Spanish. The referral form is on the homepage. Or call Maribel at 301-800-5519 or Rita at 240-306-7626.
The New Rules for Landing a Job in the COVID Era
Job Opportunities!
In-Home Tutoring (Not Remote)
Email emma@careercatchers.org
Identity Gaithersburg, MD Seeking talented applicants for a number of full and part-time positions. Some are permanent and some are temporary.
We are looking for individuals who are committed not only to Identity’s vision of a just and equitable society that nurtures all youth and is enriched by their contributions but also to our mission to create opportunities for Latino and other historically undeserved youth to realize their highest potential and thrive. Visit the career section.
Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. Cover letter and resume to humanresources@identity-youth.org
EcoDomo Gaithersburg, MD
Athena Consulting
“Be proud of who you are and not ashamed of how someone else sees you.” -Unknown
Wellness Tip Practice positive self-talk. “This is temporary.” Acknowledge that while we are in limbo, it will not go on forever. “You will adjust, you will heal, and we will recover.”
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Community Resources and Job Opportunities (9/3/20)
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Due to popular demand CareerCatchers will be holding a workshop series on:
The Principles of Bookkeeping
Come learn what Bookkeepers do, why their work is important, and how financial information is used to make sound decisions. Email chris@careercatchers.org for more information. Space is limited to 10-15 slots.
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Webinar: Parents Working and Caring for Children During the Pandemic: Wednesday, September 16, 3:00pm. Register Here.
LinkedIn Boot Camp for 45+ Job Seekers
Register here: www.mcpl.events/linkedin-bootcamp Tuesday, September 15: 5:45pm-7:45pm (Session 1 and 2) Thursday, September 17: 5:45pm-7:45pm
Earn Your High School Diploma Online!
Get started today: www.mcpl.link/cohs or email mcpl.cohs@montgomerycountymd.gov.
Training Opportunity Bank Teller Program Orientation
Class start and date time: Monday, October 12, 2020 at 1:30pm
Job Opportunities!
Washington Area Performing Arts Video Archive Washington, DC
For more information or to apply for the position, contact Jackson R. Bryer, President of WAPAVA, at jbryer@umd.edu.
Identity
Seeking talented applicants for a number of full and part-time positions. Some are permanent and some are temporary.
We are looking for individuals who are committed not only to Identity’s vision of a just and equitable society that nurtures all youth and is enriched by their contributions but also to our mission to create opportunities for Latino and other historically undeserved youth to realize their highest potential and thrive. Visit the career section.
Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. Cover letter and resume to humanresources@identity-youth.org
In-Home Tutoring
Email emma@careercatchers.org
“The best preparation for tomorrow is doing your best today.” -H. Jackson Brown Jr.
Wellness Tip
Get moving to relieve stress: Aim to exercise for 30 minutes or more per day, or break that up into short, 10-minute bursts of activity. A 10-minute walk can raise your spirits for two hours.
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Community Resources and Job Opportunities (8/25/20)
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Additional $300/week in federal unemployment benefits for Marylanders Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA) has approved Maryland’s application to provide unemployed Marylanders with an additional $300 per week in benefits under the Lost Wages Assistance program (LWA). The Maryland Department of Labor expects to begin distributing the additional benefits by late September. Eligible claimants will receive the $300 per week in benefits, retroactive to the week ending August 1, 2020 and ending no later than December 26, 2020. Claimants must be eligible for a weekly benefit amount of at least $100 and must self-certify that they are unemployed or partially unemployed due to disruptions caused by COVID-19. Claimants will not have to file a new application to receive LWA benefits. More.
State adds 53,900 jobs in July, unemployment rate down to 7.6% The U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) today reported that the State of Maryland added 53,900 jobs in July. Maryland has gained 156,200 jobs during the ongoing recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. BLS also reported that Maryland’s unemployment rate decreased to 7.6%. That is more than 25% lower than the national unemployment rate and the lowest in the region, including Virginia at 8.0% and the District of Columbia at 8.4%. More.
Job Opportunities!
Canada Dry Virtual Hiring Event
Thursday, September 3, 2020 9:00am-1:00pm
CDL Class A or B Delivery Drivers Conventional Route Delivery Non CDL Truck Driver Merchandiser Warehouse Associate/General
Census Bureau Virtual Information Session
Wednesday, August 26, 2020 10:00am-11:30am
Part-time and Full-time Enumerators Full-time Field Supervisors
Register https://mwejobs.maryland.gov/vosnet/Default.aspx For more information, contact Aneta Lefterov at aneta.lefterov@maryland.gov 
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“If you are facing in the right direction, all you need to do is keep on walking” -Buddha
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Community Resources and Job Opportunities (8/18/20)
Short-term COVID-19 rental assistance program reopens
Approved households may receive a maximum of $600 per month for up to three months, paid to their landlord. All assistance is contingent on the availability of funds. More. Online Application.
Suburban Hospital’s WellWorks online classes
Reopening: How to go out and feel safe against COVID-19, Wednesday, August 19, 1-2 pm, free.
Mindfulness meditation, Fridays, August 21-September 25 (6-week session), 11-11:45 am, $55. Focuses on posture, breathing and energy work. Registration is required. For the full listing of classes and to register, go to https://events.suburbanhospital.org/
Job Opportunities!
Atlantic Personnel Search Hospitality Recruiting Specialists September 2nd, 12pm-2pm
Need a computer or phone with a webcam
Top-Notch Positions in Montgomery County, MD: Restaurant General Managers, Executive Chefs, Managers, and Sous Chefs
All applicants should register with MWE (https://mwejobs.maryland.gov/) prior to event
Must have minimum of 6 months of supervisory experience in food service, retail, and/or military to qualify for the most entry-level position
Call 301-599-2108 ext. 313 or email recruiters@atlanticpersonnel.com Visit our website at http://www.atlanticpersonnel.com/ 
Edible Arrangements Fruit Expert- Customer Service
High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
Previous experience working in customer service or food service establishment preferred
Good math and money handling skills
Positive attitude and team player skills
Valid state driver’s license and a clean driving record
Computer skills including Microsoft software and register skills
Ability to lift, carry/and or push objects weighing up to 50Ibs.
Essential job functions and responsibilities:
Maintains quality store operations:
Financial Contribution:
Email Kunda at kunda@careercatchers.org to apply!
AstraZeneca- Biopharma Manufacturing Site in Fredrick, MD Must have reliable transportation
AstraZeneca is hiring entry level manufacturing technicians for upstream and downstream processes and the central services. Any candidates with biotechnology, biomedical, chemical engineering, biochemical background or related fields, who would be interested in applying, please contact Chris at chris@careercatchers.org
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“Sometimes self care is exercising and eating right. Sometimes it’s spending time with loved ones or taking a nap. And sometimes it’s watching an entire season of TV in one weekend while you lounge around in your pajamas. Whatever soothes your soul.” -Nanea Hoffman
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