November 13, 2009
Domestic Violence Resource - Financial Assistance & Education and Training
Grants from the Allstate Foundation help domestic violence victims enter and stay in the workforce. The money (up to $1,000) can be used for classes, clothes, computers and other resources.
To learn more visit http://www.nnedv.org/projects
Also listed Amy's Courage Fund
The fund gives emergency financial assistance tow women trying to escape a domestic abuse situat8ons. Grants are available up to $2,000/
National Network to End Domestic Violence
NNEDV Projects
NNEDV has a range of projects that address the complex causes and far-reaching consequences of domestic violence. Through cross-sector collaborations at the state and national level, we're changing the way our society deals with domestic violence.
Posted by Barbara Seales, GCDF at 12:31 PM | Permalink |
November 13, 2009
Domestic Violence Resource - Face to Face
Posted by Barbara Seales, GCDF at 12:29 PM | Permalink |
November 13, 2009
Domestic Violence Resources - Give Back a Smile
O The Oprah Magazine article: October 2009
Give Back a Smile (800-773-4227) Front teeth damaged by a violent partner or spouse are repaired pro bono...Appearance does matter when seeking employment - as well as self-esteem. To learn more contact the organization directly.
Posted by Barbara Seales, GCDF at 12:25 PM | Permalink |
November 13, 2009
Who is hiring in Chicago
Useful web-sites to visit often for multiple employer listings.
http://www.jobsinchicago.com/hiring_chicago.cfm
Employers highlighted on Friday, 11/13/09
Sears
FedEx/Kinko's
Home Depot
Pepsi Americas
Brunswick
Best Buy
AT&T
UPS
DePaul
Loretto Hospital
Employers highlighted Friday, 11/13/09
UPS
Target
Dunkin Donuts
AMC Theaters
Jiffy Lube
Einstein Bros. Bagels
Verizon
Toys R Us
Sunoco
Macy's
Posted by Barbara Seales, GCDF at 12:22 PM | Permalink |
November 13, 2009
Aldi Foods Hiring - Tuesday, November 17
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Hiring Event in the Chicago AreaDate: Tuesday, November 17, 2009
At Aldi Foods, we offer an intensive training program, a solid team environment, superior benefits and compensation and exciting advancement opportunities. With over 900 stores in the U.S., we are one of the largest food retailers in the world with a reputation for high quality products and higher quality employees. Manager Trainees- Cashiers – Shift Managers – Hiring event for the following stores: All Chicago city stores located north of the 290 expressway Tuesday, November 17th Aldi Foods We offer an excellent benefit package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Company Paid Uniforms, One Week Vacation after 6 Months, Short and Long Term Disability, Retirement, 401K, and Much More. High School Diploma or GED Required. Must be 18 years or older to apply. Applicants must possess the ability to lift up to 45lbs. with or without reasonable accommodations. We require pre-employment drug screening. We are an equal opportunity employer. |
Posted by Barbara Seales, GCDF at 12:19 PM | Permalink |
November 13, 2009
Online high school diploma scams
Sunday, November 8, 2009, Chicago Tribune Newspaper [Money & Real Estate section]
By Janice Podsada
For a full list of accredited post-secondary schools compiled by the U.S. Department of Education, visit www.ope.ed.gov/accreditation
Getting schooled:
Many online diplomas are scams. It's often not until diploma holders re-enter the work force that they found out they have been had.
With a scarcity of jobs, many people are trying to improve their skills or education. But several state residents have been duped out of hundreds of dollars by online schools that are not accredited by the U.S. Department of Education.
Schools mentioned:
Belfordhighschool.com
Belforduniversity.org
Jeffersonhighschoolonline.com
Vencerhighschoolonline.com
Beware of degree programs that require very little work or that issue diplomas based on "life experience," and prices are based on completed degree rather than per credit hour...
Also, be caution of the phrase "quick and easy," remember if it is too good to be true, it most likely IS NOT true.
Posted by Barbara Seales, GCDF at 12:05 PM | Permalink |
November 13, 2009
Healthcare Reform heating up job prospects: HealthPolicy/Analyst/Specialist
Education Today insert: Chicago Tribune Newspaper, Thursday, November 5, 2009
With health care reform a priority of the current administration and the U.S. Congress, job prospects have heated up for those interested in health policy. To get a job as a health policy analyst/specialist one can have a background in public health, budget analysis, health management, ethics, social work and even accounting. Job opportunities exist with government agencies, community based not-for-profits, trade associations, lobbying consultants, large associations or corporations.
Research the career!
Posted by Barbara Seales, GCDF at 11:59 AM | Permalink |
November 10, 2009
Job Fair: Registererd Nurse Career Fair - also apply online
WellCare Health Plan, Inc. is hosting career fairs on the following dates
Thursday, November 12th, 12Noon - 4 PM
Friday, November 13th, 9 am - 1 PM
WellCare - 200 West Adams, Suite 800, Chicago, IL 60606
If unable to attend, please apoly online to req number 0901062 www.wellcare.com
Please do company research, visit the employer's web-site to learn about the company, not just the jobs and benefits.
Posted by Barbara Seales, GCDF at 9:00 AM | Permalink |
November 10, 2009
JOB OPENINGS: Bilingual applicants are needed for census jobs
The U.S. Census Bureau is looking to fill some 43,800 spots in Chicago between December 2009 and June 2010. Officials are especially interested in finding bilingual applicants, because approximately 36% of the city's population speaks languages other than Enlish.
To learn more about the jobs \m go go www.census.gov/2010census
Chicago Tribune newspaper, Sunday, November 8, 2009
Posted by Barbara Seales, GCDF at 8:54 AM | Permalink |
November 10, 2009
FREE online college courses - read full details
The Open Courseware Consortium started by the Massachuesetts Institute of Technology [MIT] has enlisted universities around the worlda to post courses online free, including professors' notes, video and exams. I am familiar with this program, and can attest that it offers a wide variety of courses.
Also the New University of the People, founded by an Israeli entrepreneur, provides tuition-free bachelor level degress through what it calls "peer-to-peer teaching." I am not familiar with this program and will do more research.
To learn more read the full New York Times article at
http://www.nytimes.com/2009/1107/us/07iht-currents.html?emc=tnt&tntemail1=y
Posted by Barbara Seales, GCDF at 8:48 AM | Permalink |
