OCTOBER-NOVEMER Career. Northwest Indiana. Spotlight on a Career in Healthcare

OCTOBER-NOVEMER 2013 Career Northwest Indiana Spotlight on a Career in Healthcare ticket to work Schedule of workshops inside Adult education classes/opportunities

Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world. Success Story from Valparaiso Adult Learning Center Nelson Mandela Meet Cory! Commitment and Time Proved Successful Improve Yourself Improve Your Life Offering Free and Low Cost Day & Evening Classes Brush up on basic math, reading, and writing skills (ABE) Prepare for the G.E.D. exam or high school diploma completion Strengthen your English language skills (ESL) Call NOW for classes near you! 1-877-607-0680 Cory was attending high school when his life as a student suddenly changed. Financial hardship hit his family, resulting in Cory dropping out to take a job with a landscaping company in order to contribute to his family and their home. Knowing that he wanted to complete his high school education, Cory contacted the Valparaiso Adult Learnig Center and was happy to learn that they offered GED preparation classes. He quickly enrolled and found that the Center provided a good place to study and offered assistance of volunteer tutors. With the help of Stan, a math volunteer tutor, Cory became comfortable and understood the math that would be presented on the GED exam. Cory recently took the GED exam and passed! page 2 WorkOne CareerConnect. October/November 2013

www.gotoworkonenw.com Offering You NO-COST Individual Services n Skills evaluation n Resume development and cover letter assistance n Career planning n Training dollars and scholarship/grant information n Job search assistance n Interview preparation n Youth career and work information Job Search Tools Available You ll gain the competitive edge you need to be successful in your job search by using (for free) the following WorkOne tools and information: n Computer Lab n Internet Access n Fax Machine and Copier n Telephone n Information/Resource Center FREE Workshops Get valuable tips on how to get noticed by employers and land the job you really want! WorkReady workshop topics include: n I've Got Skills n Getting More Out of ICC n Build Up! Resume Construction 101-Part 1 n Build Up! Resume Construction 101-Part 2 n Internet Job Search n Preparing for Your Job Interview n WOW! n n Get Your Swag Back! Coping with JOB Loss n High Octane Job Search "Using Social Media" n Orientation n Unemployment Insurance n Northwest Indiana Professionial Network n VET Networking n Word Up! Microsoft Word Series n You Can Excel! Microsoft Excel Series n Look Out! Microsoft Outlook A WorkReady Completion Certificate will be presented to participants, based on completion requirements of workshops. Veteran Priority Service If you are a veteran you ll receive priority service! Ask to speak to a WorkOne Veteran Rep. inside October/November 2013 CareerConnect Northwest Indiana 5 Careers 17 in healthcare Helping those with disabilities move 6 toward financial indepedence Interested in short-term Job training in the 9 healthcare industry? 11 WorkOne workshops Adult education and learning sites WorkOne Northwest Indiana Career Connect is an initiative of the Northwest Indiana Workforce Board. Serving Jasper, Lake, La Porte, Newton, Porter, Pulaski and Starke Counties. The WorkOne system is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in the programs and services offered. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Call (800)743-3333 (TDD/TTY relay services). Editorial for Career Connect provided by Barbara Grimsgard, Communications Manager, Center of Workforce Innovations, Regional Operator-WorkOne Region 1. 2804 Boilermaker Court, Ste. E, Valparaiso, IN 46383 219-462-2940 www.gotoworkonenw.com To advertise in Career Connect: WorkOne Career Connect is published in partnership with The Times Media Co. For advertising opportunities call your Times Recruitment Specialist today. Sales: Barb Carlson 219.933.3281 and Leslie Bryan 219.933.3341 WorkOne CareerConnect. October/November 2013 page 3

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Careers in Healthcare The healthcare industry is booming everywhere, and Northwest Indiana is no exception. In-Demand Career Path in Healthcare Occupation Average Salary Description Education/Training Nursing Assistants / $21,923 Provide basic patient care under direction of nursing staff. Perform duties such as feed, bathe, dress, groom, or move patients.. Postsecondary certification Over the last ten years1, in the healthcare industry there has been nearly 20 percent growth in employment and it shows no sign of slowing down. Certain healthcare occupations, such as Registered Nurses, Physicians, and Medical Assistants, have always been and will continue to remain in-demand, but new occupations are sprouting up and more are likely on the horizon due to the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. In order to remain compliant with the guidelines set forth in the Affordable Care Act, hospitals are hiring for positions that specialize in certain functions and training current positions to take on a modified role. For example, hospitals need personnel to enter patient files into an electronic records database, and this is often delegated to Medical Coders. A new position, the Community Healthcare Associate (CHA), meets with patients when they are admitted to a hospital to explain insurance, new healthcare laws, and answer any questions; after the patient leaves, the CHA follows up to ensure quality care was received. Because of the high growth of the healthcare industry in Northwest Indiana and the high demand for skilled healthcare workers, the earnings are sustainable at $48,470. This industry also pays better than the regional average earnings of $46,200. If you re looking to get into the healthcare industry, remember more education is always better than less. One of the main points in the Affordable Care Act is a call for more education across all levels of diagnostic positions. Two of the most popular healthcare occupations in this role, Registered Nurse and Licensed Practical Nurse, will require a bachelor s degree and master s degree (respectively) in the near future. However, not every healthcare career will require four or more years of schooling to enter entry-level, support positions (e.g., Certified Nursing Assistant and Medical Assistant) will remain largely the same, requiring only a postsecondary certification. Contact your local WorkOne office (see listing on back of this publication) and find out if you qualify for education and training dollars. Entry Level Mid Level Experienced Medical Assistants / $28,329 Registered Nurses / $61,276 Dental Hygienists / $66,685 Family and General Practitioners / $167,460 Perform administrative and certain clinical duties under the direction of a physician. Administrative duties may include scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, billing, and coding information for insurance purposes. Clinical duties may include taking and recording vital signs and medical histories, preparing patients for examination, drawing blood, and administering medications as directed by physician. Assess patient health problems and needs, develop and implement nursing care plans, and maintain medical records. Administer nursing care to ill, injured, convalescent, or disabled patients. May advise patients on health maintenance and disease prevention or provide case management. Clean teeth and examine oral area, head, and neck for signs of oral disease. May educate patients on oral hygiene, take and develop x-rays, or apply fluoride or sealants. Physicians who diagnose, treat, and help prevent disease and injuries that commonly occur in the general population. May refer patients to specialists when needed for further diagnosis or treatment. Postsecondary certification and on-the-job training Associate degree Associate degree First professional degree (Medical) WorkOne CareerConnect. October/November 2013 page 5

Helping those with disabilities move toward financial indepedence What is the Ticket to Work? Social Security s Ticket to Work program supports career development for people with disabilities who want to work. Social Security disability beneficiaries age 18 through 64 qualify. The Ticket to Work Program is free and voluntary. Ticket to Work helps people with disabilities progress toward financial independence. The Ticket Program is a good fit for people who want to improve their earning potential and who are committed to preparing for longterm success in the workforce. Ticket to Work offers beneficiaries with disabilities access to meaningful employment with the assistance of Ticket to Work employment service providers. If you are ready to go to work, there are people ready and waiting to help you! The career development services and support you need are unique to you. The Ticket program can connect you with the right mix of free employment support services and approved service providers that will best fit your needs. The Ticket program and Work Incentives allow you to keep your benefits while you explore employment, receive vocational rehabilitation and gain work experience. Your cash benefits and Medicaid or Medicare often continue throughout your transition to work, and there are protections in place to help you return to benefits if you find you are unable to continue working due to your disability. Why Ticket to Work? If you receive disability benefits from Social Security, then you know that getting those benefits took time, energy, and patience. In determining your eligibility for disability benefits, Social Security found that you could not earn enough money to support yourself. With the right opportunities and supports however, many people can earn a higher standard of living by going to work and leaving the benefit rolls. Earning a living through employment is not something everyone can do but it may be right for you. Many find that the rewards far outweigh the risks. Take the time to learn about the employment services and support Social Security offers to beneficiaries with disabilities through the Ticket to Work Program you may be surprised! We are here to help you learn more and start on your journey to financial independence. (Source: http://choosework.net/ about/how-it-works/) Still need further clarification on how you might benefit? Contact Martina Tovar, Disability Resource Coordinator at (219) 462-2940, Ext 40. page 6 WorkOne CareerConnect. October/November 2013

At ArcelorMittal, steelmaking today is safer, cleaner and relies on cutting-edge technologies and a highly skilled workforce to produce an essential material for the modern world. In northwest Indiana, ArcelorMittal is seeking quality people to lead our company into the future from engineering and business professionals to skilled technicians and operators. Because steel touches every part of our daily life, working at ArcelorMittal provides our employees with a sense of pride and contribution for playing a direct role in transforming tomorrow. A future with the leader in steel starts now. Visit www.workforarcelormittal.com today. www.arcelormittal.com @ArcelorMittalUS WorkOne CareerConnect. October/November 2013 page 7

Proud to be a Best Place to Work in Indiana As one of the largest energy providers in the state, we are powering lives each day through community partnerships, economic development and environmental stewardship. Together with our communities, we are building a bright future for northern Indiana. Learn more at NIPSCO.com. page 8 WorkOne CareerConnect. December 2012/January 2013

Interested in Short-Term Job Training in the Healthcare Industry? Training scholarships are now available through WorkOne! n Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) Earn up to $23,221 per year n Patient Representative- Certified Healthcare Access Associate (CHAA) Earn up to $29,400 per year n Pharmacy Technician Earn up to $26,726 per year To learn more about these certification programs and find out if you qualify for a training scholarship, contact one of the WorkOne Center Managers below: WorkOne Gary 219-981-1520, ext. 365 Contact: Alfred Hughes WorkOne Hammond 219-933-8332 Ext. 405 Contact: Rich Sapper WorkOne La Porte 219-362-2175, Ext. 541 Contact: Melissa Cantrell WorkOne Portage 219-762-6592, Ext. 226 Contact: Chris Schmitt Join Our Winning Team Now Hiring Revenue Audit Manager Revenue Auditor I Slot Service Specialists Slot Techs Star Club Attendant Steward Table Game Dealers Training Manager Hotel Front Desk Supervisor Guest Service Agent Host/Cashier Players Club Rep. Banquet Server Beverage Server Restaurant Chef Associate Restaurant Manager Cook II Food Server Bus Person Valet Bartenders If you are available to deliver great guest service, please complete the online application at www.ameristar.com/careers prior to attending our on site Career Fair. Tuesday, March 19, 2013 1p 6p Discovery Ballroom A Embracing InclusIon The city of Valparaiso is committed to fostering a community where all individuals are included and respected. AMERISTAR.COM 866.MORE FUN (667.3386) 777 Ameristar Blvd East Chicago, Indiana 219.378.3005 EOE M/F/D/V. Ameristar Casino is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse work force and a drug free environment. 2013 Ameristar Casino East Chicago www.valpo.us WorkOne CareerConnect. October/November 2013 page 9

ONE MISSION your career success WE RE LOOKING FOR A FULL HOUSE, ARE YOU IN? Founded in 1931, DeVry University has a rich heritage of helping students achieve their career dreams. We deliver practitioner-oriented undergraduate and graduate programs onsite and online to meet the needs of a diverse and geographically dispersed student population. So whether students are completing their associate, bachelor s or master s degree, DeVry s mission remains constant: to help our students achieve both professional and personal success. Merrillville Center 1000 E. 80th Place, Suite 222 Mall Merrillville For more information contact Melissa Rizzardo by phone 219.613.4999 or by email mrizzardo@devry.edu WINNER OF THE BEST PLACES TO WORK AWARD THREE YEARS RUNNING. To be the best, we seek the best. Apply today. For comprehensive consumer information visit devry.edu/studentconsumerinfo or keller.edu/studentconsumerinfo AC0159 Program availability varies by location. 2013 DeVry Educational Development Corp. All rights reserved. On Lake Michigan. Just take I-80/94 to Calumet North1-866-711-SHOE. chicagohorseshoe.com Must be 21 years or older to gamble. Know When To Stop Before You Start. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-9-WITH-IT. 2013, Caesars License Company, LLC. United States Steel Corporation is looking for qualified individuals to fill a variety of positions at our Northwest Indiana facilities. We offer highly competitive compensation and benefits packages, a challenging and rewarding work environment, and excellent opportunities for advancement and education. BEYOND EXTRAORDINARY Your career is calling you to something extraordiary. Everyday at Valparaiso University, our diverse community of faculty and staff prepares students to lead and serve in a global society. For more information, and to submit your resume, visit our website at www.ussteel.com. U. S. Steel is an EEO/AA Employer. Explore opportunities at valpo.edu/hr or call 219.464.5214 page 10 WorkOne CareerConnect. October/November 2013

workshop offerings See a full calendar of WorkOne workshops on pages 12-15 I ve Got Skills This workshop serves as an introduction to the job search process. Learn how to identify your skills and what information is essential when building an effective resume and completing job applications. Getting More out of Indiana Career Connect (ICC) This interactive, hands-on workshop will introduce you to Indiana Career Connect (ICC). It will cover the process of creating a profile properly and the importance of completing the personal assessments, while allowing you to complete your personal ICC profile. Build Up! This interactive workshop guides you through the Resume Builder on ICC. You will learn how to use data from your background and profile to create a resume. You will also learn how to copy and paste, download, and save resumes as a Word Document. Upon completion of this workshop you will have an ICC resume online. Build Up! This workshop is an introductory overview of the resume development process. Participants are guided through the different types of resumes and the advantages and drawbacks of each format. Additional features of the workshop include guidance on resume length and prioritizing information. Internet Job Search This hands-on workshop covers internet job searching techniques. Actual job searches, based upon your employment interests will be performed. Preparing for Your Job Interview This workshop will introduce you to the interviewing process. Topics covered include: purpose of the interview, types of interviews commonly used, qualities employers are seeking, and how to prepare for questions. WOW! This workshop provides you with strategies and approaches for providing excellent customer service and maximizing customer satisfaction. Topics covered include: dealing with difficult people, preventive maintenance, effective listening, and constructive confrontation. Effective communication is essential in all areas of our lives. It is important for people to be able to communicate well with employers, co workers and customers. This workshop covers how to effectively communicate through speaking, listening, and nonverbal (body language). You ll also learn how to handle criticism, speak in large groups, and properly use email. Get Your Swag Back! Coping with JOB Loss Getting through the initial shock of losing your job is the first step in preparing for your new employment. This workshop provides information to help understand the emotional stress of losing your job. Topics include; understanding the grieving process, steps to staying focused and positive, and career changing. High Octane Job Search Using Social Media Rev up your JOB Search by creating an on-line presence. Learn how Social Networking sites can get you noticed by employers. This workshop provides an overview of popular social networking Linkedin, Twitter, and Facebook. Orientation This workshop will provide you with an overview of the services available at WorkOne. Workshop can be directly accessed at any WorkOne computer station. Unemployment Insurance This workshop will provide you with the information you need to navigate the Unemployment Insurance process. Topics include the initial claim, eligibility, and work search requirements. Northwest Indiana Professional Network (NIPN) (8 session series) This networking group is a vehicle for improving job search skills while networking with others who have similar experiences. Customers can enter the group at anytime in the series. Only currently enrolled (intensive level) WorkOne customers with a minimum of an Associate s Degree or higher are the target audience. A non-enrolled individual may attend one session as a guest. You must be scheduled for this session by a Career Advisor. VET Networking (8 session series) This networking group is designed to help Veterans improve their job search skills while networking with Veterans who have similar experiences. Customers can enter the group at anytime in the series. Only currently enrolled (intensive level) WorkOne Veteran customers are the target audience. A non-enrolled Veteran may attend one session as a guest. Veterans must be scheduled for this session by a Career Advisor. Word Up! Microsoft Word Series Intro to Word 2010 - This workshop will help attendees understand the different groups, commands, and icons on the NEW Word Ribbon. Additional features of the workshop include learning how to open, edit, and save documents in different formats. Attendees will edit an existing document. Advanced Word 2010 - Attendees will learn the different ways to format text, pages, and paragraphs. Additional features of the workshop include learning how to adjust margins, insert page breaks, page numbers, and headers and/or footers.attendees will created a one page newsletter from an existing unformatted document. Graphics for Word 2010 - Attendees will learn how to insert Tables, Charts, and Images in Microsoft Word. Additional features of the workshop include learning how to add and delete rows and columns, and move or resize graphics. Attendees will create a flyer with pictures and shapes from an existing unformatted document. You Can Excel! Microsoft Excel Series Intro to Excel 2010 - This workshop helps attendees understand different groups, commands, and icons on the NEW Excel Ribbon. Additional features of the workshop include how to open, edit, and save spreadsheets in different formats. Advanced Excel 2010 - Attendees are guided through the different ways to format cells, and move around in a workbook. Additional features include learning how to add and delete rows and columns, as well as print options in Excel. Formulas in Excel 2010 - Attendees will learned how to create formulas, copy formulas, and make charts from cell data. In addition attendees will learn how to calculate a loan using the PMT function. Look Out! Microsoft Outlook Attendees will learn to use Microsoft Outlook for organization, time management, workplace communication, internal and external email communication, and calendar sharing. WorkOne CareerConnect. October/November 2013 page 11

no-cost workshop calendar To sign up for a FREE seminar, call a WorkOne office or visit www.gotoworkonenw.com Gary Office October 2013 3522 Village Circle, Gary, IN (219) 981-1520 Open M,T,W,F 8 AM-4:30 PM; TH 10 AM - 4:30 PM Monday TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY I ve Got Skills 10-11:30 AM Interview Prep 101 1 2 3 4 Intro to Word 10-11:30 AM Advanced Word Graphics for Word COLUMBUS DAY Intro to Excel 10-11:30 AM Advanced Excel Working with Formulas in Excel Intro to PowerPoint 10-11:30 AM Advanced PowerPoint Mastering Animations in PowerPoint 7 8 9 10-11:30 AM 10 11 Coping With Job Loss 10-11:30AM 1-2:30PM Getting More Out of ICC Interview Prep 101 Internet Job Search 101 14 15 16 10-11:30 AM 17 18 10-11:30 AM Interview Prep 101 I ve Got Skills Getting More Out of ICC 21 8:30-10AM 22 8:30-10:00 AM 23 10-11:30 AM 24 25 Coping With Job Loss 10-11:30AM Interview Prep 101 Getting More Out of ICC Hammond Office October 2013 28 29 30 31 5265 Hohman Avenue, Hammond, IN (219) 933-8332 Open M,T,TH,F 8 AM-4:30 PM; W 10 AM - 4:30 PM Monday TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 11-12:30 PM Intro to Excel 1:30-3 PM Advanced Excel 3-4:30 PM Formulas for Excel 1 I ve Got Skills 2 3 4 10-11:30AM Interview Prep 101 8:30-10AM Coping With Job Loss 10-11:30AM Getting More Out of ICC COLUMBUS DAY 8:30-10AM Coping With Job Loss 10-11:30AM Interview Prep 101 Getting More Out of ICC 10-11:30 AM Internet Job Search 101 7 11-12:30 PM 8 10-11:30 AM 9 10 11 Intro to Word 1:30-3 PM Advanced Word 3-4:30 PM Graphics for Word Sucessful Communication Skills Interview Prep 101 Internet Job Search 101 14 11-12:30 PM 15 10-11:30 AM 16 17 18 Intro to PowerPoint 1:30-3 PM Advanced PowerPoint 3-4:30 PM Mastering Animations 21 11-12:30 PM Intro to Excel 22 10-11:30 AM Successful 23 24 25 1:30-3 PM Advanced Excel 3-4:30 PM Formulas for Excel I ve Got Skills Getting More Out of ICC Communication Skills 28 29 30 31 page 12 WorkOne CareerConnect. October/November 2013

no-cost workshop calendar To sign up for a FREE seminar, call a WorkOne office or visit www.gotoworkonenw.com Portage Office October 2013 Monday TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 1 10:30 AM-12 PM I ve Got Skills 2 3 4 Getting More Out of ICC Ameriplex Commercial Park - 1575 Adler Circle, Ste. A, Portage, IN (219) 762-6592 - Open M,T,TH,F 8 AM-4:30 PM; W 10 AM - 4:30 PM Internet Job Search 101 10-11:30 PM Interviewing Prep 101 2:30-4 PM Coping With Job Loss COLUMBUS DAY 8:30-10AM Getting More Out of ICC 10-11:30AM High Octane Job Search 2:30-4 PM 8:30-10 PM Getting More Out of ICC 10-11:30 AM 7 9-10:30 AM 8 10:30 AM-12 PM 9 10 11 14 9-10:30 AM 15 16 17 18 21 9-10:30 AM 22 10:30 AM-12 PM 23 Intro to Excel 24 25 LaPorte Office October 2013 300 Legacy Plaza West - Sagamore Center, LaPorte, IN (219) 362-2175 - Open M,T,W,F 8 AM-4:30 PM; TH 10 AM - 4:30 PM tuesday 10-11:30 AM 1-2:00 PM NIPN (Must be referred) 2-3:30 PM High Octane Job Search Getting More Out of ICC 10-11:30 AM NIPN (Must be referred) 2:30-4 PM I ve Got Skills tuesday 8:30-10AM No Nonsense Cutomer Service 10-11:30 AM 1-2 PM NIPN (Must be referred) 2-3:30 PM 1 8 15 tuesday 22 Getting More Out of ICC 10-11 PM NIPN (Must be referred) 2:30-4 PM I ve Got Skills wednesday thursday wednesday 2 3 9 17 23 Getting More Out of ICC I ve Got Skills 2:30-4 PM WOW! 10:30 AM-12 PM Coping with Job Loss 2:30-4 PM Interview Prep 101 VET Networking 10:15-11:45 AM Interview Prep 101 2:30-4 PM Coping with Job Loss 10 18 24 Intro to Word 10-11:30 AM Advanced Word Graphics for Word Intro to PowerPoint 10-11:30 AM Working with Slides in PowerPoint 1-3 PM Mastering Animations in PowerPoint 10-11:30 AM Advanced Excel Working with Formulas in Excel 28 29 30 31 9-10:30 AM Intro to Word 10:30 AM-12 PM Advanced Word Graphics for Word 9-10:30 AM Intro to Excel 10:30 AM-12 PM Advanced Excel 10:30 AM-12 PM High Octane Job Search Getting More Out of ICC 2:30-3:30PM Intro to PowerPoint 10-11:30 AM Working with Slides in PowerPoint thursday friday thursday Southern Counties October 2013 Knox monday Getting More Out of ICC 10-11:30 AM Resume Construction Part 1 High Octane Job Search 14 COLUMBUS DAY Rensselaer 7 21 High Octane Job Search 10-11:30 AM Interview Prep Winamac 28 9:30-11 AM High Octane Job Search 11 AM-12:30 PM Coping with Job Loss 2-3:30 PM Customer Service 3:30-4:30 PM Jasper County 116 N. Van Rensselaer Street Rensselaer, IN 219-866-4330 Fax: 219-866-2746 Mon, Tues, Wed & Fri - 8:00am 4:30pm Thurs - 10:00am 4:30pm Newton County 4117 S. 240 West, Ste. 400 Morocco, IN 800-661-2258 Fax: 219-285-2213 Mon, Tues & Wed - 8:00am 4:30pm Starke County 53 W. Lake Street Knox, IN 574-772-6882 Fax: 574-772-6899 Mon, Tues, Wed & Fri - 8:00am 4:30pm Thurs - 10:00am 4:30pm Pulaski County 123 N. Market Street, Ste. 2 Winamac, IN 574-946-6300 Fax: 574-946-3628 Tues & Wed - 8:00am 4:30pm thursday Morocco 10 I ve Got Skills 10-11:30 AM Social Media Job Search Customer Service WorkOne CareerConnect. October/November 2013 page 13

no-cost workshop calendar To sign up for a FREE seminar, call a WorkOne office or visit www.gotoworkonenw.com Gary Office November 2013 3522 Village Circle, Gary, IN (219) 981-1520 Open M,T,W,F 8 AM-4:30 PM; TH 10 AM - 4:30 PM Monday TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 1 Intro to Word 10-11:30 AM Advanced Word Graphics for Word VETERANS DAY Intro to Excel 10-11:30 AM Advanced Excel Working with Formulas in Excel Intro to PowerPoint 10-11:30 AM Advanced PowerPoint Mastering Animations 4 5 10 AM-12 PM 6 10-11:30 AM 7 8 Coping With Job Loss 10-11:30AM 1-2:30PM Getting More Out of ICC Interview Prep 101 11 8:30-10AM 12 13 10-11:30 AM 14 15 10-11:30AM Interview Prep 101 Internet Job Search 101 I ve Got Skills Getting More Out of ICC 18 8:30-10AM 19 10 AM-12 PM 20 10-11:30 AM 21 22 Coping With Job Loss 10-11:30AM Interview Prep 101 Successful Customer Service VetNetworking THANKSGIVING DAY 25 26 27 28 29 WASHINGTON S BIRTHDAY Hammond Office November 2013 5265 Hohman Avenue, Hammond, IN (219) 933-8332 Open M,T,TH,F 8 AM-4:30 PM; W 10 AM - 4:30 PM Monday TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 1 8:30-10AM Coping With Job Loss 10-11:30AM Resume Construction Part 2 Successful Customer Service Getting More Out of ICC VETERANS DAY 8:30-10AM Coping With Job Loss 10-11:30AM Interview Prep 101 10-11:30 AM I ve Got Skills Getting More Out of ICC 4 11AM -12:30 PM 5 10-11:30 AM Interview Prep 101 6 7 8 Intro to Word 1:30-3 PM Advanced Word 3-4:30 PM Graphics for Word Building Your Resume in ICC 11 11 AM-12:30 PM 12 10-11:30 AM 13 14 15 Intro to PowerPoint 1:30-3 PM Advanced PowerPoint 3-4:30 PM Mastering Animations in PowerPoint I ve Got Skills Getting More Out of ICC 18 11 AM-12:30 PM Intro to Excel 19 10-11:30 AM 20 21 22 1:30-3 PM Advanced Excel 3-4:30 PM Working with Formulas in Excel Veteran s Networking 25 26 27 28 29 THANKSGIVING DAY WASHINGTON S BIRTHDAY page 14 WorkOne CareerConnect. October/November 2013

no-cost workshop calendar To sign up for a FREE seminar, call a WorkOne office or visit www.gotoworkonenw.com Portage Office November 2013 Ameriplex Commercial Park - 1575 Adler Circle, Ste. A, Portage, IN (219) 762-6592 - Open M,T,TH,F 8 AM-4:30 PM; W 10 AM - 4:30 PM Monday TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 1 10-11:30AM I ve Got Skills 2:30-4 PM High Octane Job Search VETERANS DAY Internet Job Search 101 10-11:30 AM I ve Got Skills 2:30-4 PM 4 9-10:30 AM 5 10:30 AM-12 PM 6 Intro to Word 7 8 Getting More Out of ICC 10-11:30 AM Advanced Word Graphics for Word 11 9-10:30 AM 12 10:30 AM-12 PM 13 14 15 Coping With Job Loss Interview Prep 101 2:30-4 PM Vet Networking Intro to PowerPoint 10-11:30 AM Working with Slides in PowerPoint Mastering Animations in PowerPoint 18 9-10:30 AM 19 10:30 AM-12 PM 20 Intro to Excel 21 22 Getting More Out of ICC 10-11:30 AM Advanced Excel Working with Formulas in Excel 25 26 27 28 29 THANKSGIVING DAY WASHINGTON S BIRTHDAY LaPorte Office November 2013 Southern Counties November 2013 300 Legacy Plaza West - Sagamore Center, LaPorte, IN (219) 362-2175 - Open M,T,W,F 8 AM-4:30 PM; TH 10 AM - 4:30 PM tuesday 10-11:30 AM Successful Communication Skills 1-2 PM NIPN (Must be referred) 2-3:30 PM Internet Job Search 101 10-11:30 AM Interview Prep 101 1-2 NIPN (Must be referred) 2-3:30 5 12 19 Getting More Out of ICC 10-11 AM 1-3 PM NIPN (Must be referred) wednesday 9-10:30 AM Intro to Excel 10:30 AM-12 PM Advanced Excel Formulas in Excel 9-10:30 AM Intro to PowerPoint 10:30 AM-12 PM Working with Slides in PowerPoint 9-10:30 AM Intro to Word 10:30-12 PM Advanced Word Graphics for Word THURSDAY 6 10:30 AM - 12 PM 7 Getting More Ouf of ICC 12-1PM 2-3:30PM 10:30 AM-12 PM 13 14 High Octane Job Search Gettng More Out of ICC 2-3:30PM 20 10:30 AM-12 PM 21 1-2:30PM I ve Got Skills 2:30-4 PM WOW! NOTE: On Friday, November 15th there will be a Veteran Networking session from 8:30-10:00 a.m. at the LaPorte WorkOne. Jasper County 116 N. Van Rensselaer St. Rensselaer, IN 219-866-4330 Fax: 219-866-2746 Mon, Tues, Wed & Fri - 8:00am 4:30pm Thurs - 10:00am 4:30pm Newton County 4117 S. 240 West, Ste. 400 Morocco, IN 800-661-2258 Fax: 219-285-2213 Mon, Tues & Wed - 8:00am 4:30pm monday Knox Customer Service 10-11:30 AM Coping with Job Loss 1-2:30 AM I ve Got Skills Social Media Job Search VETERANS DAY Rensselaer I ve Got Skills 10-11:30 AM Customer Service Social Media Job Search 4 11 18 Starke County 53 W. Lake Street Knox, IN 574-772-6882 Fax: 574-772-6899 Mon, Tues, Wed & Fri - 8:00am 4:30pm Thurs - 10:00am 4:30pm Pulaski County 123 N. Market St., Ste. 2 Winamac, IN 574-946-6300 Fax: 574-946-3628 Tues & Wed - 8:00am 4:30pm thursday Morocco 7 10-11:30 AM Communication Skills Interview Prep 101 Social Media Job Search 14 Winamac 9:30-11 AM Interview Prep 101 11-12:30 AM 2-3:30 PM Susscessful Communication Skills 3:30-4:30 PM Social Media Job Search WorkOne CareerConnect. October/November 2013 page 15

Luke Now Hiring! Starting at $9 an hour Competitive Wages Comprehensive Benefit Package Paid Vacation and Holidays Growth and Advancement Opportunities Weekly Paychecks with Direct Deposit Apply Online: www.uluke.com C A S I N O H O T E L S PA D I N I N G C A R E E R S Great benefits. Competitive wages. Advancement opportunities. Blue Chip Casino, Hotel & Spa is the place to escape the monotony of a typical job and begin a fun, fast-paced career. Blue Chip is an equal-opportunity employer and is part of the Boyd Gaming family one of the leading and most well respected companies in the gaming industry. And this is your chance to work in an environment of exhilarating casino action, chart-topping entertainment, luxurious hotels and award-winning restaurants. Join the Blue Chip team and you ll be part of the Boyd family, which owns 22 gaming facilities in eight states. The opportunity for advancement is never-ending and this is your chance to take the next big step in your career! To see a listing of our current openings, go online to www.boydcareers.com. 2013 Blue Chip Casino. Must be 21 years of age or older with a valid state or government issued photo ID to enter casino, gamble, or participate in casino programs or promotions. Don t let the game get out of hand. For assistance call 800-994-8448. page 16 WorkOne CareerConnect. July/August 2009

Northwest Indiana is home to over 30 adult education and learning sites Providing FREE classes! Many area adult education programs can help you: n Brush up on basic math, reading and writing skills before registering for college n Prepare you for the G.E.D. exam n Strengthen your English language skills and adapt to practical everyday situation in the U.S. Adult Basic Education (ABE) Addresses basic skill needs; e.g., reading, writing, language and math. Adult Secondary Credit (ASC) Provides the opportunity for those who didn t finish high school to return as adults and complete credits toward a regular high school diploma. General Educational Development (GED) Preparation Prepares the student to pass the exam for the GED diploma the equivalent to a credential for high school completion. The actual GED testing is only offered at a few sites. English as a Second Language (ESL) Provides English language instruction to non-english speaking adults along with practical skills for everyday personal, social, and working situations. *Note: Many adult education locations may require an annual $20.00 administrative fee to cover books, materials, and/or supplies, however instruction is free. Northwest Indiana Adult Learning Sites Jasper County Jasper County Adult Learning Center First Reformed Church 9991 W. 1200 N., Demotte, IN 46310 (219) 863-9145 Tues., Thurs. and Fri. - 8:30 am to Noon Jasper County Adult Learning Center Drexel Hall 1027 S. College Ave., Rensselaer, IN 47978 (219) 863-8591 Mon. & Wed. - 10:00 am to 1:00 pm Tues. & Thurs., - 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm Lake County Crown Point Adult Learning Center Lakeview Square, 928 B S. Court St. Crown Point, IN 46307 (219) 663-5465 Mon. & Wed. - 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm Tues. & Thurs. - 9:00 am to 3:30 pm East Chicago Adult Education West Side Junior High School 4001 Indianapolis Blvd. East Chicago, IN Mon.-Fri. from 9:00 am to Noon (219) 391-4068 ext 2210 or ext. 2211 Central High School 1100 West Columbus Drive East Chicago, IN Mon.-Thurs. 4:30 to 7:30 pm 219-391-4000 ext. 4060 Lowell Adult Learning Center Cedar Creek Community Center 151 N. Fremont, Lowell, IN 46356 (219) 696-6777 Mon/Wed/Thurs - 9:00 am to 3:00 pm Tues.1:00 pm to 6:00 pm School City of Whiting Adult ESL Program Nathan Hale Elementary 1831 Oliver St., Whiting, IN 46394 Contact: Dr. Sandra Martinez at 219-659-0656 smartinez@ns.whiting.k12.in.us Tues. and Thurs. - 5:00 to 7:00 pm Hobart Adult Learning Center Hobart Public Library 100 Main St., Hobart, IN 46342 (219) 942-2243 ext. 762 Mon/Tues/Wed/Thurs - 12:00 to 4:00 pm Mon. & Wed. - 4:00 to 8:00 pm WorkOne CareerConnect. October/November 2013 page 17

FIFTY YEARS of Changing Lives Call us to become a carrier. We offer early morning hours, good earning potential and short hours!! Requirements: Delivery 7 days Early morning hours Reliable transportation Valid driver s license Proof of Insurance AND COUNTING Crown Point/Merrillville/ St. John 219-933-4180 Crown Point/LOFS Cedar Lake/Outlying areas 219-852-4322 Routes available in your area. For more information, please call. Gary/Hammond/ East Chicago/Griffith 219-933-3345 Illinois/Whiting/ Schererville 219-933-4167 Highland/Munster/Dyer 219-933-4160 Hobart/Portage/ Lake Station 219-762-1397 Ext. 2230 Valparaiso/Hebron/ Kouts/Westville 219-548-4371 Personal Facts % Daily Value Commitment 39g 100% Energy 46g 100% Character42g 100% Strong Work Ethic 38g 100% Reliability44g 100% Hiring Event for our Northwest Indiana and South Chicago Suburbs and South Chicago City Stores See us at The Times 6th Annual Diversity BusINess Symposium & Job Fair Wednesday, June 26th 12:00pm - 4:00 pm The Avalon Manor 3550 E. Lincoln Highway Merrillville, IN 46410 Are you made for ALDI? District Manager - $75,000/Yr Manager Trainees - $22.25/Hr - $22.75/Hr Cashiers - $11.75/Hr - $13.00/Hr Shift Manager (20-40 Hrs/Wk-Full Benefits) $11.75/Hr - $13.00/Hr (+$4.00/Hr shift premium) Part Time Cashiers - $11.75/Hr - $13.00/Hr It takes a unique person. Someone who s dedicated, who excels in a supported, team- oriented environment, and is ready to do what it takes to earn the rewards like higher wages, generous vacation time, and great benefits that come from a successful career at ALDI. With more than 30 years in the industry, we are the leading select-assortment grocer and one of the largest food retailers in the world, with over 4,000 locations. Visit ALDI.us/storejobs for more information Benefits: Higher Wages Major medical, vision and dental insurance Generous vacation time Paid holidays 401 (k) Requirements: High school diploma/ged Must be available to work anytime between 6am-11pm Retail experience preferred Drug screening/background check The ability to lift 45 pounds Aldiis an EqualOpportunity Employer. No phone calls please. page 18 WorkOne CareerConnect. July/August 2009

Tri-Town Adult Learning St. John Community Center 1515 Lincoln Hwy., Schererville, IN 46375 (219) 322-6700 Tues/Thurs - 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm Wed. - 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm Hammond Area Career Center 5727 Sohl Ave., Hammond, IN 46320 (219) 933-2419 Mon thru Thurs. ESL - 9:00 am to 12:30 pm Mon. thru Thurs. GED - 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Mon. thru Thurs. ESL/GED - 6:00 to 8:30 pm ESL/Citizenship Class - Sat. 9:00 am to 12:30 at Greater Hammond Community Center) Lake Ridge Schools 6111 W. Ridge Rd., Gary, IN (219) 838-1819 or (219) 989-7816 Mon. thru Fri. - 9:00 am to Noon and 1:00 to 4:00 pm GED, ABE, ASC, ESL Merrillville Adult Education 6701 Delaware St., Merrillville, IN 46410 (219) 650-5310 GED Prep. Program (ABE) Mon. thru Thurs. - 6 to 8:30 pm Jan. thru March Apr. thru June July thru Sept. Oct. thru Dec. GED Testing Twice Monthly - Mon. & Tues. 4:45 pm to 9:00 pm Dates and registration available at www.mvsc.k12.in.us/adulted High School Diploma Competion Mon. thru Thurs. - 3:45 to 9:10 pm Aug. 30 thru Dec. 21, 2011 To be Determined Whiting Public Library 1735 Oliver Avenue Whiting, IN 46394 219-933-2419 ciwarner@hammond.k12.in.us ESL: Tues. & Thurs. from 2:30 to 4:30 pm Gary City-Wide Sites Gary Area Career Center 1800 East 35th Ave. (219) 963-2085 Mon/Tues/Wed/Thurs - 4:30 pm to 8:30 pm Also offers Adult Secondary Credit (ASC) classes Mon. thru Fri. - 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm Carter G. Woodson Library 501 S. Lake St. (219) 938-3941 Mon. & Wed. - Noon to 3:00 pm Salvation Army 1351 West 11th Ave. (219) 882-9377 Tues/Thurs - 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm Cisco Academy (Delaney Community) 831-833 West 21st Ave. Mon., Tues., Wed. - 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Thurs. 10:00 am to Noon Ivy Tech Community College 1440 East 35th Ave., Room C207 (219) 981-1111 Tues. & Thurs. - 9:00 am to Noon (offers ESL also) WorkOne (Village Shopping Ctr) 3522 Village Court (219) 981-4100 Tues., Wed., Thurs. 9:00 a.m. - Noon Calumet Twp. Trustee 485 Broadway (219) 883-0574 Tues., Wed., Thurs. - 9:00 am to 1:00 pm La Porte County LaPorte High School 602 F Street, LaPorte, IN 46350 Max Miller (mmiller@lpcsc.k12.in.us) Paul Lindeman (plindeman@lpcsc.k12.in.us) (219) 362-3102 Adult Secondary Credit Classes (ASC) Mon. thru Thurs. - 4 to 7:00 pm Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN 46360 (219) 873-3043 Call for specific days and hours) Individualized tutoring services include GED preparation, Adult Basic Education (ABE), and English as a Second Language (ESL) A.K. Smith Career Center 817 Lafayette St., Michigan City, IN 46360 16 & 17 year olds, Mon. thru Fri. - 9 to 11 am and Noon to 3:00 pm 18+ year olds, Mon/Tues/Wed - 3:30 to 7:00 pm LaPorte WorkOne 300 Legacy Plaza West, LaPorte, IN 46350 (219) 362-2175 Mon/Tues - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Wed/Thurs - Noon to 8:00 pm Friday - 9:00 am to Noon NEWTON County Newton County Government Ctr. Suite 300, Morocco, IN 219-285-8005 Mon thru Thurs. 9:00 am-3:00 pm Tues & Thurs. 4:00 pm-8:00 pm PORTER County Chesterton Adult Learning Center Westchester Public Library 100 West Indiana St., Chesterton, IN 46304 (219) 921-0567 Mon. & Wed. - 8:30 am to 4:00 pm Tues/Thurs - 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Valparaiso Adult Learning Center St. Andrew s Episcopal Church 505 Bullseye Lake Road, Valparaiso, IN 46383 (219) 462-4230 Mon/Tues/Wed/Thurs - 8:30 am to 2:30 pm Valparaiso Adult Learning Center Center of Workforce Innovations 2804 Boilermaker, Valparaiso, IN 46383 (219) 462-4230 Tues. & Thurs. 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Portage Adult Learning Center/NEO 5391 Central Ave., Portage, IN 46368 (219) 850-4331 www.neoadulted.org Adult ABE & GED Mon. thru Thurs. 8:30 am - 3:00 pm and 5:30-8:30 pm ESL: Mon. thru Thurs 8:30 am - 1:00 pm and Mon. thru Thurs. 5:00-8:00 pm ASC (High School Diploma Completion): Mon. thru Thurs. 3:30-7:30 pm Official GED Testing Center 5391 Central Ave., Portage, IN Exact test dates available at www.neoadulted.org or call (219)850-4448 Pulaski County Pulaski Co. Adult Learning Center Pulaski Co. Annex 125 S. Riverside Dr., Winamac, IN 46996 (574) 242-0131 Mon. & Wed. - 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm Tues. & Thurs. - 9:00 am to noon Starke County Starke County. Adult Learning Center WorkOne 6 North Shield St., Knox, IN 46534 (574) 249-8720 Mon. & Wed. 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm Tues. & Thurs. 8:30 am to 1:30 pm North Starke Adult/Alternative Education Oregon Davis High School 5998 S. 750 E., Hamlet, IN 46532 (574) 867-4561 or (574) 806-2578 wfrazier@od.k12.in.us Mon. thru Fri. 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm ASC, GED, ABE and Skill Brush-up North Judson Adult Learning Center North Judson Wayne Township Public Library 208 Keller Avenue North Judson, IN 46366 (574) 896-2841 Mon. and Wed. - 10:00 am to 1:00 pm Thurs. - 5:00 to 8:00 pm WorkOne CareerConnect. October/November 2013 page 19

Where Job Seekers & Employers Meet For all your employment or training needs contact one of the WorkOne centers now! www.gotoworkonenw.com WorkOne Gary 3522 Village Circle Gary, IN 219-981-1520 or 981-4100 Fax: 219-981-4121 Mon, Tues, Wed & Fri - 8:00am 4:30pm Thurs - 10:00am 4:30pm WorkOne Hammond 5265 Hohman Avenue Hammond, IN 219-933-8332 Fax: 219-933-8370 Mon, Tue, Thurs & Fri - 8:00am 4:30pm Wed - 10:00am 4:30pm WorkOne Knox 53 W. Lake Street Knox, IN 574-772-6882 Fax: 574-772-6899 Mon, Tues, Wed & Fri - 8:00am 4:30pm Thurs - 10:00am 4:30pm WorkOne LaPorte Sagamore Center 300 Legacy Plaza West LaPorte, Indiana 46350-5876 219-362-2175 Fax: 219-362-1198 Mon, Tues, Wed & Fri - 8:00am 4:30pm Thurs - 10:00am 4:30pm FREE CAREER ASSISTANCE! WorkOne Morocco 4117 S. 240 West, Ste. 400 Morocco, IN 800-661-2258 Fax: 219-285-2213 Mon, Tues & Wed - 8:00am 4:30pm WorkOne Portage Ameriplex Commercial Park 1575 Adler Circle, Ste. A Portage, IN 219-762-6592 Fax: 219-762-1052 Mon, Tues, Thurs & Fri - 8:00am 4:30pm Wed - 10:00am 4:30pm WorkOne Rensselaer 116 N. Van Rensselaer Street Rensselaer, IN 219-866-4330 Fax: 219-866-2746 Mon, Tues, Wed & Fri - 8:00am 4:30pm Thurs - 10:00am 4:30pm WorkOne Winamac 123 N. Market Street, Ste. 2 Winamac, IN 574-946-6300 Fax: 574-946-3628 Tues & Wed - 8:00am 4:30pm (EST) Oversight of Region 1 WorkOne System is provided by the Northwest Indiana Workforce Board www.gotoworkonenw.com