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Tuesday, June 3 - Thursday, June 12
9:30am - 12:30pm
(6 sessions)
Tues, Wed, Thurs
(6 sessions in 2 weeks)
JVS
225 Bush Street
Suite 400, West Lobby
CST
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Business Computing Fundamentals
Presented by: Joyce Schriebman,Computer Instructor, JVS
Learn the basic foundation skills to effectively use of a Microsoft Windows computer. Special emphasis will be given to using computers in a business/workplace environment.
This hands-on workshops series, participants will gain skills and proficiency in using Microsoft Windows, file management, navigating and searching the Internet, and web-based email.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be prepared to take JVS’ Microsoft Office classes.
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JVS Workshop
Open to the
general public
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Tuesday, June 3 - Thursday, June 12
1:00pm - 4:00pm
(6 sessions)
Tues, Wed, Thurs
(6 sessions in 2 weeks)
JVS
225 Bush Street
Suite 400, West Lobby
CST
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Introduction to Microsoft Word
Presented by: Deborah Thrope,Computer Instructor, JVS
Learn how to use the features in Microsoft Word to create and format business documents including formatted resumes, cover letters, and business memos.
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JVS Workshop
Open to the
general public
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Wednesday, June 4
1:00pm - 2:00pm
JVS
225 Bush Street
Suite 400, West Lobby
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JVS Information Orientation
Presented by: Debbie Mendel, Career Development Manager, JVS
JVS Information Orientations provide an overview of JVS services, programs, and trainings. Orientations will address a ‘day in the life of a JVS client’, JVS funding sources, an outline of the Intake system, and details of JVS programs, services and trainings. Orientations will provide opportunities for participants to ask questions about JVS programs, trainings and services regarding eligibility, content and other pertinent details.
Orientations are open to the public, including any interested clients, service providers or other interested participants who would like to learn more about JVS services.
There is no pre-registration required.
For more information or questions, contact Debbie Mendel, 415.782.6212, dmendel@jvs.org. |
JVS Workshop
Open to the
general public
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Wednesday, June 4
9:30 - 11:30am
JVS
225 Bush Street
Suite 400, West Lobby
JSN
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Career Exploration and Goal Setting
Presented by: Shelley Samuels, Non-Profit Employment Specialist, Job Search Skills Instructor, JVS
Are you still trying to decide what career is right for you? Are you interested in multiple careers and not quite sure how to focus your job search? This workshop will provide participants with tools to help them assess their skills, interests, and competitive standing in the job market. It will also give participants the chance to start making clear, effective goals both for their long-term career and for their current job search.
This workshop is open to current JVS clients only. If you are enrolled in JVS services, and would like to attend, please let your employment specialist know.
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JVS Workshop
Open ONLY to JVS Clients
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Wednesday, June 11
1:00pm - 2:00pm
JVS
225 Bush Street
Suite 400, West Lobby
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JVS Information Orientation
Presented by: Debbie Mendel, Career Development Manager, JVS
JVS Information Orientations provide an overview of JVS services, programs, and trainings. Orientations will address a ‘day in the life of a JVS client’, JVS funding sources, an outline of the Intake system, and details of JVS programs, services and trainings. Orientations will provide opportunities for participants to ask questions about JVS programs, trainings and services regarding eligibility, content and other pertinent details.
Orientations are open to the public, including any interested clients, service providers or other interested participants who would like to learn more about JVS services.
There is no pre-registration required.
For more information or questions, contact Debbie Mendel, 415.782.6212, dmendel@jvs.org. |
JVS Workshop
Open to the
general public
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Wednesday, June 11
5:30 - 7:30pm
JVS
225 Bush Street
Suite 400, West Lobby
JSN
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Resumes I
Presented by:Shelley Samuels, Non-Profit Employment Specialist, Job Search Skills Instructor, JVS
The Resume workshop will invite participants to think like the employer through resume analysis, exposure to resume formats and components, and direct feedback from the facilitator and peers. Participants will examine sample resumes and assess appropriate resume format and content according to experience and background. Participants will gain thorough knowledge of how to target resumes to specific employers and jobs.
This workshop is open to current JVS clients only. If you are enrolled in JVS services, and would like to attend, please let your employment specialist know. |
JVS Workshop
Open ONLY to JVS Clients
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Monday, June 16
4:00-5:00pm
JVS
225 Bush Street
Suite 400, West Lobby
Technology Access Center
CST |
Introduction to Internet Job Search
Presented
by: Rachel Schapira, JVS TAC/Client Services Coordinator
Attend this JVS Workshop to how to begin your job search on the Internet. Using the internet to conduct your job search is a crucial first step to the job search process. Learn how to search for jobs online, apply online and format your resume.
Please bring your current resume on a PC-formatted disk and the name of one business or company that you would like to research. This course assumes familiarity with Internet navigation in a Windows-based environment.
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Open to the
general public
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Tuesday, June 17 - Thursday, June 26
1:00pm - 4:00pm
(6 sessions)
Tues, Wed, Thurs
(6 sessions in 2 weeks)
JVS
225 Bush Street
Suite 400, West Lobby
CST
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Beginning Excel
Presented by: Deborah Thrope,Computer Instructor, JVS
Learn how to use the features in Microsoft Excel to make working with numbers fun! This hands-on workshops series covers the basic concepts of Excel including working with worksheets to organize and analyze data and to create basic charts.
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JVS Workshop
Open to the
general public
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Wednesday, June 18
1:00pm - 2:00pm
JVS
225 Bush Street
Suite 400, West Lobby
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JVS Information Orientation
Presented by: Debbie Mendel, Career Development Manager, JVS
JVS Information Orientations provide an overview of JVS services, programs, and trainings. Orientations will address a ‘day in the life of a JVS client’, JVS funding sources, an outline of the Intake system, and details of JVS programs, services and trainings. Orientations will provide opportunities for participants to ask questions about JVS programs, trainings and services regarding eligibility, content and other pertinent details.
Orientations are open to the public, including any interested clients, service providers or other interested participants who would like to learn more about JVS services.
There is no pre-registration required.
For more information or questions, contact Debbie Mendel, 415.782.6212, dmendel@jvs.org. |
JVS Workshop
Open to the
general public
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Wednesday, June 18
9:30 - 11:30am
JVS
225 Bush Street
Suite 400, West Lobby
JSN
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Traditional Interview Techniques
Presented by: Shelley Samuels, Non-Profit Employment Specialist, Job Search Skills Instructor, JVS
The Interview Techniques workshop will familiarize participants with the different types of job interviews, interview questions, and with the methods participants can use to prepare and perform in the interview. Participants will get practical tools for preparing for interviews and for crafting strong interview responses. The workshop will provide a forum for hands-on practice and feedback on interview skills.
This workshop is open to current JVS clients only. If you are enrolled in JVS services, and would like to attend, please let your employment specialist know. |
JVS Workshop
Open ONLY to JVS Clients
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Thursday, June 19
5:30 - 7:30pm
JVS
225 Bush Street
Suite 400, West Lobby
JSN
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Resumes II: A Resume-Building Clinic
Presented by: Shelley Samuels, Non-Profit Employment Specialist, Job Search Skills Instructor, JVS
Building on the basics of résumé writing from the Résumé I class, participants will work on applying the techniques they learned to develop and polish their resumes. The class includes group feedback on résumés in progress. Participants must have completed the basic Resume workshop, Resumes I.
This workshop is open to current JVS clients only. If you are enrolled in JVS services, and would like to attend, please let your employment specialist know. |
JVS Workshop
Open ONLY to JVS Clients
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Wednesday, June 25
1:00pm - 2:00pm
JVS
225 Bush Street
Suite 400, West Lobby
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JVS Information Orientation
Presented by: Debbie Mendel, Career Development Manager, JVS
JVS Information Orientations provide an overview of JVS services, programs, and trainings. Orientations will address a ‘day in the life of a JVS client’, JVS funding sources, an outline of the Intake system, and details of JVS programs, services and trainings. Orientations will provide opportunities for participants to ask questions about JVS programs, trainings and services regarding eligibility, content and other pertinent details.
Orientations are open to the public, including any interested clients, service providers or other interested participants who would like to learn more about JVS services.
There is no pre-registration required.
For more information or questions, contact Debbie Mendel, 415.782.6212, dmendel@jvs.org. |
JVS Workshop
Open to the
general public
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Wednesday, June 25
5:30 - 7:30pm
JVS
225 Bush Street
Suite 400, West Lobby
JSN
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Networking for Jobs in Nonprofit and Other Sectors
Presented by:Shelley Samuels, Non-Profit Employment Specialist, Job Search Skills Instructor, JVS
Are you interested in tapping the vast network of unadvertised positions? In this workshop, participants will learn how to leverage their existing network of contacts and gain valuable skills to help expand that network. This workshop will focus on networking techniques that help you get closer to the community that interests you and the jobs within it.
This workshop is open to current JVS clients only. If you are enrolled in JVS services, and would like to attend, please let your employment specialist know. |
JVS Workshop
Open ONLY to JVS Clients
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Thursday, June 26
2:00pm - 3:30pm
JVS
225 Bush Street
Suite 400, West Lobby
CD
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Employment Opportunities with the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
Presented by: Mary Puryear, RN, BSN, Nurse Consultant
This workshop will review employment opportunities at the California Deptartment of Corrections and Rehabilitation. HR Representatives will discuss the application process, interviewing techniques, available positions and job descriptions. Expectations for working in this industry will be discussed.
For more information, contact Django Rampley, 415-782-6267, drampley@jvs.org |
Career Dimensions
Open to the
general public
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To obtain
more information call: 415-391-3600, or email hire@jvs.org.
Please let us know if you will need any special accommodations to
attend any of the workshops listed. |
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225 Bush Street, Suite 400, San Francisco, CA 94104 (Map)
Email: hire@jvs.org
Phone:
(415) 391-3600, Fax: (415) 391-3617, TDD: (415) 391-2846
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