Career
february 2013-MARCH 2013
Northwest Indiana
Hoosier
Hot 50 Jobs
for 2013 and beyond
�� What not to do
after being laid off
�� LOOKING YOUR BEST
FOR THE INTERVIEW
�� programs to help workers
with job dislocation
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Hoosier Hot 50 Jobs
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What not to do after being laid off
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WorkOne no-cost workshops
for February and March
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Looking your best for the interview
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WorkOne has programs to help those
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Hoosier Hot 50
O
November 27, 2012, the Indiana
Department of Workforce Development
released the latest revision of the Hoosier
Hot 50 Jobs list. The list aims to rank the fastest
growing, highest wage occupations by weighing
short and long term projections, median wage, and
number of job postings to recruitment websites to
produce a list that can point Hoosier job seekers
in the right direction. As with the last revision in
2010, the effect of an aging workforce and the
transformation into a knowledge economy continues
to significantly shape the careers on the list.
The new top Hot Job, Physician and Surgeon,
sets the tone for the entire list: the highest growth,
highest wage occupations require additional
education and are often in the Health Science
cluster. Health Science careers are so important, in
fact, that they account for 30 percent (15) of the top
50 jobs. In addition, the almost 20 percent (9) of
the list is composed of manufacturing, architecture,
and construction occupations, like plumbers,
electricians, and boilermakers. Both of these trends
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can be attributed to the wave of retiring Baby
Boomers (adults born between 1946 and 1964):
retirees need health care and employers require new
workers to replace retirees.
One result of a growing knowledge economy
is a demand for careers in the Information
Technology cluster. Careers such as Computer
Software Engineer, Computer Systems Analyst, and
Information Security Analyst and Computer Network
Architect are essential to nearly every cluster –
information technology is revolutionizing virtually
every industry – and the importance of these jobs
emphasizes the necessity of computer literacy in
today’s workforce.
Hot Jobs in the Science, Technology,
Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) field
push the economy forward with technological
innovations. Civil engineers develop advanced
materials and safer cars, medical scientists research
diseases and create cures, and biomedical engineers
synthesize tissue for organ transplants and design
better medical equipment. All of these in-demand
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occupations have median salaries above $80,000
per year in Northwest Indiana, and all require a
graduate degree to advance in the field.
A subtle effect of more retirees is the need for
financial services. As many people do not personally
manage their retirement fund, the need for financial
advisors and accountants is rising to meet the
demand.
Despite all the undeniable impact of the Baby
Boomers, the economy is being shaped by young
and old alike. The demand for postsecondary
teachers (more colloquially called professors) and
K-12 teachers is on the rise, and each career has a
regional median annual salary above $50,000.
The Hoosier Hot 50 Jobs list, complete with
projections, estimated annual openings, interviews
and videos with Hoosiers currently in each job,
is available online at www.HoosierHot50.com. An
abridged version is also available on the next page
for your convenience.
(By Erik Dombrowski, Workforce AssociateResearch, Center of Workforce Innovations)
Top Jobs in Indiana
ANNUAL
RANK HOT JOB
CLUSTER
OPENINGS
1 Physician and Surgeon
Health Science
343
2 Registered Nurse
Health Science
1,660
3 Physical Therapist
Health Science
167 4 Dental Hygienist
Health Science
158
5 Computer Software Information
274
EngineerTechnology
6 Postsecondary Teacher
Education & 583 Training
7 Plumber
Architecture 295
& Construction
8 Pharmacist
Health Science 163 9Operating Engineer
Architecture & 262
Construction
10 Medical Services Health Science
174 Manager
11 Cost Estimator
Architecture &
174
Construction
12 Construction Supervisor Architecture & 248
Construction
13 Social Worker
Human Services
263
14 Marketing Specialist
Arts, A/V 172
Technology &
15 Graphic Designer
Arts, A/V 124
Technology &
Communications
16 Management Analyst
Business, 194
Management &
Administration
17Truck DriverTransportation, 1,076
Distribution
& Logistics
18 K-12 Teacher
Education & 1,050
Training
19 Sales Representative, Marketing, Sales
462
Wholesale and & Service
Manufacturing
20Occupational Therapist
Health Science
84 21 Heating, Air Conditioning Architecture
197
and Refrigeration & Construction
Mechanic
22 Electrician
Architecture & 250
Construction
23 Construction
Architecture &
196
Superintendent
REGIONAL
MEDIAN
ANNUAL
SALARY
2012
$199,118
$61,526
$80,288
$68,474
$54,392
$61,526
$68,286
$114,088
$69,909
$77,480
$69,347
$56,451
$37,274
$43,181
$35,110
$58,906
$41,725
$51,563
$76,710
$77,147
$40,872
$64,730
$63,315
REGIONAL
MEDIAN
ANNUAL
ANNUAL
SALARY
RANK HOT JOB
CLUSTER
OPENINGS 2012
24 Licensed Practical Nurse
Health Science 472
$41,808
Technology
25Occupational/Physical Health Science
155
$28,371
Therapist Aide
26 Accountant
Finance
248
$53,726
27 Sales Representative, Marketing, Sales
506
$43,014
Services
& Service
28 Computer Systems Analyst Information 163
$71,843
29Network Systems and Data Information
164
$56,867
Communication Technology
Administrator
30 Personal Financial Advisor Finance
96
$50,710
31 Dental Assistant
Health Science
188
$33,301
32 Veterinarian
Health Science 47 $84,906
33Optometrist
Health Science
34 $110,635
34 Counselor
Human Services
214 $33,051
35 Information Security Information
123
$49,774
Analyst and Computer Technology
Network Architect
36Training and Development Architecture &
146
$43,534
Specialists
Construction
37 Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
215
$51,064
Mechanic
38 Radiologic Technologists Health Science
136
$52,936
and Technicians
39 Physician Assistants
Health Science
29 $77,438
40 Actuary
Finance
17
$90,792
41 School Administrator
Education & Training
117 $83,450
42 Database Administrator
Information Technology
58
$46,072
43 Civil Engineer
Science, Technology, 80
$81,307
Engineering &
Mathematics
44 Medical Scientist
Science, Technology, 42
$89,898
Engineering &
Mathematics
45 School Psychologist
Human Services
66 $59,738
46 Cement Mason/ Architecture &
124
$55,162
Concrete Finisher
Construction
47 Boilermaker
Manufacturing
54
$66,477
48 Brick Mason/Block Mason Architecture & 92
$42,307
Construction
49 Biomedical Engineer
Science, Technology, 38
$85,342
Engineering & Mathematics
50 Dentist
Health Science
50 $181,189
(Sources: Hoosier Hot 50 Jobs List;
EMSI Complete Employment -- 2012.4)
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What NOT to do after being Laid Off
A
ccording to journalist Katherine Reynolds
Lewis, it’s important to take your next
steps after being laid off based on rational
thought, not emotions. Lewis suggests avoiding the
following five mistakes as you head onto the path of
career recovery.
Badmouthing the Employer
Who Laid You Off
You worked hard for the company, often sacrificing
family time. Being laid off can feel like a denial or
rejection of all that honest effort.
Don’t let your hurt feelings goad you into talking
badly about your employer. Remember that everyone
you speak with is a potential networking contact.
You don’t know what opportunities your neighbor or
fellow carpool parent might open to you -- and you
won’t find out if they think you’re a loose cannon or
disgruntled employee.
Try to remain respectful when asked about
the layoff and your past employer, or just stay
quiet. Remember what mama said, if you can’t say
something nice, say nothing at all.
Hiding the Layoff
from Family
Losing your job can be traumatic. For many of us,
our identity is tied into our work. We may not feel
that we know who we are without our position.
As hard as it may be to talk about the layoff, you
must do so with your spouse and close family. Don’t
try to hide it. You’ll need their love and support to
get you back on your feet.
Don’t feel rushed to explain the situation to your
children, though. It’s okay to take some time for the
feelings to be less raw. You may want to figure out
your next move first, whether it’s quitting work or
looking for a new position. That’s probably the first
question the kids will ask.
Jumping Into a Job Search
You may find that you would be happier in a
slightly different role or job. You’ll certainly come up
with concrete achievements to put on your resume
and cover letters.
Once you’ve thought through your next steps
and goals, you will be more targeted -- and effective
-- in your networking.
Dwelling on the Negative
Just as you shouldn’t badmouth your employer,
don’t talk negatively about yourself! Without
thinking, many working women downplay their
career contributions or prospects, especially in
social conversations.
Your acquaintances will be uncomfortable
hearing about layoffs, because it reminds them
they, too, are vulnerable. Make it easier for them
by quickly turning the conversation to the positive
career steps you want to take. That gives them an
opportunity to help you.
When you’re at a kid’s soccer game and a fellow
parent asks what you’re doing, make sure you have
a ready explanation of your layoff and the next steps
you want to take. For instance:
n Because of a recent merger, my employer
eliminated a number of duplicative positions,
including mine. I’m taking the
opportunity to make a career
move from marketing to
strategic communications. I’m
a marketing and communications
manager with over 10 years of
experience working for
private companies and
nonprofit organizations.
n The recent reorganization
of ABC company led to 120 job cuts,
including mine. I’m a human
resources executive
with 15 years of
experience
Believe it or not, some people go straight from the
layoff announcement to their computer to post a
resume on Monster.com or a job board for contract
work.
Try to look at being laid off as an opportunity to
rethink your career path. Use some quiet time to list
all your accomplishments and highlight those that
meant the most to you. What tasks did you enjoy?
Which projects inspired and stimulated you?
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working closely with corporate leadership and
implementing new systems. My objective is to find a
position where I can continue to serve as a catalyst
for orderly and profitable workforce change.
n Due to the struggling economy, XYZ company let
go a dozen employees, including me. I am currently
exploring opportunities that would take advantage of
my engineering and manufacturing background, and
my successful record of boosting sales.
Becoming Isolated
or Web-Bound
You discovered this site. You know there’s lots
of great information on the Internet. Certainly, you
can spend 24 hours a day submitting your resume
online.
But Web surfing will only take you so far. To
land a new job, you must meet people in person
and get out of your home. The vast majority of open
positions are never even posted publicly.
Here’s a handy rule of thumb -- if you talk to
25 hiring managers, you will most likely get a job
offer. These conversations don’t need to be job
interviews. If you line up informational interviews at
organizations you admire, the next time a position
becomes available the hiring manager will think of
you.
You also need the support and positive feedback
that comes from having coffee or lunch with former
colleagues familiar with your best work. Set a goal,
such as having 2 networking calls a day and 2 or 3
in-person meetings a week. When you talk to people
you’ve worked with in the past, they’ll learn what
you accomplished recently and where you want to
go next.
Now go! Pick up the phone or send an email.
Reach out to the people who will lead you to your
next, better job.
If you’ve been laid off, visit a
WorkOne for job search assistance and
unemployment insurance benefits.
(Source: About.com)
workshop offerings
See the full calendar of WorkOne workshops on pages 8-11
Orientation
How to Job Search on the Web
This workshop will provide you with an overview of the services available
at WorkOne. This workshop can be directly accessed at a WorkOne
computer station.
This hands-on workshop covers internet job searching techniques. Actual job
searches will be performed based upon your employment interests.
Unemployment Insurance
This workshop will serve to introduce you to the interviewing process and will
help eliminate the mystery and fear of interviews. Topics will cover:
▪
• The purpose of the interview (not to get hired, but to establish
yourself as the best candidate)
• Types of interviews commonly used
• Qualities employers seeking out in applicant responses
• Questions you must be able to answer if prompted
• Dealing with difficult questions
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.
Coping with Job Loss
Provides information to help you understand the emotional stress of losing
your job. Getting through the initial shock of job loss is the first step in
preparing for new employment. Topics include: understanding the grieving
process with job loss, steps in staying focused and positive, and considerations
of career changing.
I’ve Got Skills
Serves as an introduction to the job search process. You will 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.
Building Your Resume in
Indiana Career Connect (ICC)
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 on line.
Building an Effective Resume
Interviewing Basics
Successful Communication Skills
Learn the importance of communicating effectively with customers and
coworkers. Topics include: speaking, listening, presenting to large groups,
handling criticism, and email and telephone etiquette. You’ll also gain insight on
work readiness, effective communication, and healthy living.
Providing Excellent Customer Service
Provides you with strategies and approaches to providing excellent customer
service and maximizing customer satisfaction. Topics include: dealing with
difficult people, preventive maintenance, effective listening, and constructive
confrontation.
Microsoft® Word and Excel Coming in March
to Gary, Hammond, LaPorte and Portage
Northwest Indiana Professional Network (NIPN)
This networking group is a vehicle for improving job search skills while
networking with others who have similar experiences. It is offered in an 8 session
series format. 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 of NIPN as a guest. Customers must be scheduled for
this session by a Career Advisor.
An introductory overview of the resume development process. Attendees 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.
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no-cost workshop calendar
To sign up for a FREE seminar, call a WorkOne office or visit www.gotoworkonenw.com
Gary Office February 2013
M o n d ay
TUE S DAY
4
11
18
W ED N E S DAY
8:30-10 AM
5
Communication Skills
10-11:30 AM I’ve Got Skills
1-2 PM Getting More Out of ICC
2:30-3:30 PM
Building a Resume in ICC
8:30-10 AM
12
Preparing for Your Interview
10-11:30 AM Customer Service
1-2:30 PM I’ve Got Skills
2:30-3:30 PM
How to JOB Search on the Web
Career Advisor to attend)
10 AM-12 PM
NIPN (Must be referred by a
NIPN (Must be referred by a
10-11 AM
Coping with Job Loss
13
10-11:30 AM
Communication Skills
M o n d ay
TUE S DAY
20
10-11:30 AM
How to JOB Search on the Web
12
27
Career Advisor to attend)
19
8:30-10
AM
Building an Effective Resume
10-11:30 AM I’ve Got Skills
1-2
:30
Building a Resume in ICC
25 26 10-11:30 AM
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Communication Skills
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29
5265 Hohman Avenue, Hammond, IN (219) 933-8332
Open M,T,TH,F 8 AM-4:30 PM; W 10 AM - 4:30 PM
T H UR S DAY
6
10-11 AM
13
Communication Skills
1-2:30 PM Getting More Out of ICC
2:30-4 PM Building an Effective
Resume
18
15
1-2:30 PM Getting More Out of ICC
2:30-4 PM
Preparing for Your Interview
10-11 AM Coping with Job Loss
1-2 PM Customer Service
2-3:30 PM Preparing for Your
Interview
8:30-10 AM
Communication Skills
10-11:30 AM Customer Service
1-2 PM Coping with Job Loss
2:30-3:30 PM
Building a Resume in ICC
14
1-2:30 PM Getting More Out of ICC
2:30-4 PM I’ve Got Skills
W ED N E S DAY
5
8
1-2:30 PM Getting More Out of ICC
2:30-4 PM
Building an Effective Resume
Hammond Office February 2013
8:30-10 AM
4
Communication Skills
10-11:30 AM I’ve Got Skills
1-2 PM Getting More Out of ICC
2:30-3:30 PM
Building a Resume in ICC
8:30-10 AM
11
Preparing for Your Interview
10-11:30 AM Customer Service
1-2:30 PM I’ve Got Skills
2:30-3:30 PM
Getting More Out of ICC
FR I DAY
7
1-2 PM Customer Service
2-3:30 PM
Preparing for Your Interview
Career Advisor to attend)
8:30-10 AM
19 10 AM-12 PM
Communication Skills
NIPN (Must be referred by a
Career Advisor to attend)
10-11:30 AM Customer Service
1-2 PM Coping with Job Loss
2:30-3:30 PM Building a Resume
in ICC
10-11:30 AM I’ve Got Skills
1-2:30 PM
Building a Resume in ICC
T H UR S DAY
6
10 AM-12 PM
NIPN (Must be referred by a
8:30-10 AM
25 26 10 AM-12 PM
Building an Effective Resume
3522 Village Circle, Gary, IN (219) 981-1520
Open M,T,W,F 8 AM-4:30 PM; TH 10 AM - 4:30 PM
7
8
8:30-10 PM
NIPN (Must be referred by a
14
15
21 22
28
29
Career Advisor to attend)
Career Advisor to attend)
10-11:30 AM
20 8:30-10 PM
How to Job Search on the Web
NIPN (Must be referred by a
Career Advisor to attend)
1-2:30 PM Getting More Out of ICC 2:30-4 PM I’ve Got Skills
27
Communication Skills
1-2:30 PM Getting More Out of ICC
2:30-4 PM Preparing for Your
Interview
FR I DAY
8:30-10 PM
NIPN (Must be referred by a
8:30-10 PM
NIPN (Must be referred by a
Career Advisor to attend)
no-cost workshop calendar
To sign up for a FREE seminar, call a WorkOne office or visit www.gotoworkonenw.com
Portage Office February 2013
M o n d ay
TUE S DAY
W ED N E S DAY
4
8:30-10 AM
Preparing for Your Interview
10-11:30 AM
Building an Effective Resume
1-2:30 PM I’ve Got Skills
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
5
T H UR S DAY
6
8:30-10 AM
Getting More Out of ICC
FR I DAY
7
8
14
15
10-11:30 PM
Building a Resume in ICC
1-2:30 PM
Building an Effective Resume
8:30-10 AM
11
Coping with Job Loss
10-11:30 AM
Successful Communication Skills
1-2 PM Getting More Out of ICC
2-3 PM
Building a Resume in ICC
12
13
8:30-10 Customer Service
10-11:30 AM
Building an Effective Resume
1-2 PM
How to JOB Search on the Web
2-3:30 PM Preparing for Your
Interview
8:30-9:30 AM
18
How to JOB Search on the Web
9:30-11 AM
Successful Communication Skills
1-2:30 PM
Building an Effective Resume
19
20
8:30-10 I’ve Got Skills
21
10-11:30 AM
Coping with Job Loss
1-2 PM Getting More Out of ICC
2-3 PM
Building a Resume in ICC
8:30-10
AM
Getting More Out of ICC
10-11:30 AM
Building
a Resume in ICC
1-2:30 PM
Customer Service
26 27
8:30-10 Building an Effective
Resume
10-11:30 AM
Preparing for Your Interview
1-2 PM
How to JOB Search on the Web
25 LaPorte Office
February 2013
t u e s d ay
5
8:30-9:30
AM
How to JOB Search on the Web
9:30-10:30 AM
Getting More Out of ICC
10:30-11:30 AM
Building a Resume in ICC
1-3 PM NIPN
12
8:30-10
AM I’ve Got Skills
19
1-3 PM NIPN
9:30-10:30 AM
Building a Resume in ICC
1-3 PM NIPN
8:30-10 AM Successful
Communication Skills
10-11:30 AM
Customer Service
13
26
8:30-10 AM
20
How to Build an Effective Resume
10-11:30 PM TBD
1-2 PM Getting More Out of ICC
2-3 PM Building a Resume in ICC
8:30-10 AM
Coping with Job Loss
29
Jasper County
M o n d ay
6
1-2 PM Preparing for Your Job
Interview
10-11:30 AM Coping with Job Less
8:30-9:30
AM
Getting More Out of ICC
w e d n e s d ay
8:30-10 AM
Getting More Out of ICC
10-11:30
Building a Resume in ICC
1-2:30 PM
Building an Effective Resume
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Southern Counties
February 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
8:30-10:00
AM
I’ve Got Skills
9:30-11 AM
Preparing for your JOB Interview
1-3 PM NIPN
27
10-11 AM TBD
1-2:30 PM
How to Build an Effective Resume
Knox
4
8:30-10 AM Communication Skills
10-11 AM Getting More Out of ICC
1-2:30 PM Preparing for Your Job
Interview
2:30-3:30 PM Building a Resume
in ICC
Morocco
11
8:30-10 AM I’ve Got Skills
10-11:30 AM Getting More Out
of ICC
1-2:30 PM Customer Service
2:30-3:30 PM Building a Resume
in ICC
Rensselaer
18
8:30-10 AM Communication Skills
10-11 AM Coping with Job Loss
1-2:30 PM Build Effective Resume
2:30-4 PM Preparing for Your Job
Interview
Winamac
25
8:30-10 AM Customer Service
10-11 AM Getting More Out of ICC
1-2:30 PM Coping with Job Loss
2:30-3:30 PM Building a Resume
in ICC
116 N. Van Rensselaer Street • Rensselaer, IN
219-866-4330 Fax: 219-866-2746
Hours of operation:
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
Hours of operation:
Mon, Tues & Wed - 8:00am – 4:30pm
Starke County
53 W. Lake Street • Knox, IN
574-772-6882 Fax: 574-772-6899
Hours of operation:
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
Hours of operation:
Tues & Wed - 8:00am – 4:30pm
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no-cost workshop calendar
To sign up for a FREE seminar, call a WorkOne office or visit www.gotoworkonenw.com
Gary Office March 2013
M o n d ay
TUE S DAY
4
11
18
W ED N E S DAY
8:30-10 AM I’ve Got Skills
5
10-11:30 AM Preparing for Your
Interview
1-2:30 PM Customer Service
2:30-3:30 PM Communication
Skills
8:30-10 AM Customer Service 12
10-11:30 AM Preparing for Your
Interview
1-2:30 PM Communication Skills
2:30-3:30 PM Building Your
Resume in ICC
10 AM-12 PM
NIPN (Must be referred by a
10 AM-12 PM
NIPN (Must be referred by a
NIPN (Must be referred by a
M o n d ay
10-11:30 AM Preparing for Your
Interview
1-2:30 PM Customer Service
2:30-3:30 PM Communication
Skills
TUE S DAY
4
8:30-10 AM Customer Service 11
10-11:30 AM
Preparing for Your Interview
1-2:30 PM Communication Skills
2:30-3:30 PM
Building a Resume in ICC
12
8:30-10 AM Coping w/ Job Loss 18
10-11:30 AM Preparing for Your
Interview
1-2:30 PM Customer Service
2:30-3:30 PM
Building a Resume in ICC
19
8:30-10
AM I’ve Got Skills
25
10-11:30 AM Preparing for Your
Interview
1-2:30
PM
Communication Skills
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15
20
10-11:30 AM
Communication Skills
21 22
1-2:30 PM Building an Effective
Resume
2:30-4 PM How to Job Search on
the Web
27
Career Advisor to attend)
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10-11:30 AM Building an
6
Effective Resume
1-2:30 PM Coping with Job Loss
2:30-3:30 PM How to Job Search
on the Web
10-11:30 AM
13
Building an Effective Resume
1-2:30 PM I’ve Got Skills
2:30-3:30 PM Getting More Out
of ICC
10-11:30 AM
Building an Effective Resume
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29
1-2:30 PM Customer Service
2:30-3:30 PM
Getting More Out of ICC
5265 Hohman Avenue, Hammond, IN (219) 933-8332
Open M,T,TH,F 8 AM-4:30 PM; W 10 AM - 4:30 PM
T H UR S DAY
FR I DAY
8:30-10 PM
NIPN (Must be referred by a
7
8
8:30-10 PM
NIPN (Must be referred by a
14
15
21 22
28
29
Career Advisor to attend)
Career Advisor to attend)
10-11:30 AM
20 8:30-10 PM
Communication Skills
NIPN (Must be referred by a
Career Advisor to attend)
1-2:30 PM Building an Effective
Resume
2:30-3:30 PM How to Job Search
on the Web
26 10-11:30 AM
8
10-11:30 AM
Building an Effective Resume
1-2:30 PM I’ve Got Skills
2:30-3:30 PM
Getting More Out of ICC
W ED N E S DAY
5
7
13
Hammond Office March 2013
8:30-10 AM I’ve Got Skills
FR I DAY
10-11:30 AM
Building an Effective Resume
1-2:30 PM Coping with Job Loss
2:30-3:30 PM How to Job Search
on the Web
Career Advisor to attend)
26 10 AM-12 PM
10-11:30 AM Preparing for Your
Interview
1-2:30 PM
Coommunication Skills
T H UR S DAY
6
Career Advisor to attend)
8:30-10 AM Coping w/ Job Loss 19 10 AM-12 PM
NIPN (Must be referred by a
10-11:30 AM Preparing for Your
Career Advisor to attend)
Interview
1-2:30 PM Customer Service
2:30-3:30 PM Building a Resume
in ICC
8:30-10 AM I’ve Got Skills
25 3522 Village Circle, Gary, IN (219) 981-1520
Open M,T,W,F 8 AM-4:30 PM; TH 10 AM - 4:30 PM
Building an
27 8:30-10 PM
NIPN (Must be referred by a
Effective Resume
Career Advisor to attend)
1-2:30 PM Customer Service
2:30-3:30 PM Getting More Out
of ICC
no-cost workshop calendar
To sign up for a FREE seminar, call a WorkOne office or visit www.gotoworkonenw.com
Portage Office March 2013
M o n d ay
8:30-10 AM
Preparing for Your Interview
10-11:30 AM
Building an Effective Resume
1-2:30 PM I’ve Got Skills
TUE S DAY
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
W ED N E S DAY
4
5
T H UR S DAY
6
8:30-10 AM
Getting More Out of ICC
FR I DAY
7
8
14
15
10-11:30 PM
Building a Resume in ICC
1-2:30 PM
Building an Effective Resume
8:30-10 AM
11
Coping with Job Loss
10-11:30 AM
Successful Communication Skills
1-2 PM Getting More Out of ICC
2-3 PM
Building a Resume in ICC
12
13
8:30-10 Customer Service
10-11:30 AM
Building an Effective Resume
1-2 PM
How to JOB Search on the Web
2-3:30 PM Preparing for Your
Interview
8:30-9:30 AM
18
How to JOB Search on the Web
9:30-11 AM
Successful Communication Skills
1-2:30 PM
Building an Effective Resume
19
20
8:30-10 I’ve Got Skills
21
10-11:30 AM
Coping with Job Loss
1-2 PM Getting More Out of ICC
2-3 PM
Building a Resume in ICC
8:30-10
AM
Getting More Out of ICC
10-11:30 AM
Building
a Resume in ICC
1-2:30 PM
Customer Service
26 27
8:30-10 Building an Effective
Resume
10-11:30 AM
Preparing for Your Interview
1-2 PM
How to JOB Search on the Web
2-3 PM I’ve Got Skills
25 LaPorte Office
March 2013
t u e s d ay
8:30-10
AM Customer Service
10-11:30 AM
Building a Resume in ICC
1-3 PM NIPN
12
w e d n e s d ay
8:30-9:30 AM
How to Job Search on the Web
9:30-11 AM
Building an Effective Resume
1-2:30 PM
Preparing for Your Job Interview
8:30-10 AM
Getting More Out of ICC
10-11:30 AM
Building a Resume in ICC
19
10-11:30 AM Communication Skills
1-3 PM NIPN
8:30-10
AM
Coping with Job Less
10-11:30 AM
Building an Effective Resume
1-3 PM NIPN
26
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Jasper County
M o n d ay
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13
1-2:30 PM Coping with Job Loss
8:30-10
AM Preparing for
Your Job Interview
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22
Southern Counties
March 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
8:30-9:30
AM I’ve Got Skills
5
9:30-10:30 AM
Getting More Out of ICC
10:30-11:30 PM Building a Resume
in ICC
1-3 PM NIPN
Knox
8:30-10 AM Customer Service
10-11 AM Coping with Job Loss
1-2:30 PM I’ve Got Skills
2:30-3:30 PM How to Job Search
on the Web
Morocco
4
11
8:30-10 AM Building an Effective
Resume
10-11:30AM Communication Skills
1-2:30 PM Coping with Job Loss
2:30-3:30 PM How to Job Search
on the Web
8:30-10 AM I’ve Got Skills
20
10-11 AM How to Job Search on
the Web
1-2:30 PM Building an Effective
Resume
Rensselaer
8:30-10 AM
27
Customer Service
10-11:30 AM Preparing for Your
Interview
1-2:30 PM Getting More Out of ICC
2:30-3:30 PM Building a Resume
in ICC
Winamac
18
8:30-10 AM I’ve Got Skills
10-11 AM How to Job Seach on
the Web
1-2:30 PM Building a Resume
in ICC
2:30-3:30 PM Customer Service
25
8:30-10 AM Building an Effective
Resume
10-11:30AM Communication Skills
1-2:30 PM I’ve Got Skills
2:30-3:30 PM How to Job Search
on the Web
116 N. Van Rensselaer Street • Rensselaer, IN
219-866-4330 Fax: 219-866-2746
Hours of operation:
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
Hours of operation:
Mon, Tues & Wed - 8:00am – 4:30pm
Starke County
53 W. Lake Street • Knox, IN
574-772-6882 Fax: 574-772-6899
Hours of operation:
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
Hours of operation:
Tues & Wed - 8:00am – 4:30pm
WorkOne CareerConnect . February 2013/March 2013
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Looking your best for the interview
W
henever you meet someone
new, you size them up. In
about a minute, you can decide
whether or not you like them. Hiring
managers are good at sizing people up
too. They see lots of job applicants and
they can tell in a flash who’ll fit tin and
who won’t. In a job interview, the goal is
to show that you fit in.
Get a good night’s sleep. Someone
who looks tired might also look sickly.
Nobody wants to be around someone
with a cold or flu.
Avoid strong perfumes or
colognes. It says that you need lots of
attention.
Makeup. In business, less is more. The
idea is to look professional so you’ll be
taken seriously.
Shave. Guys, a two-day stubble looks
great on the weekends, but not in a job
interview. Showing up with a stubble
means you didn’t shave.
Take a shower. It will help you look
sharp, alert, and healthy.
should wear work clothes. If you’re not
sure what to wear to the interview, call
the company and ask someone in their
human resources office. They’ll be glad
to help you.
Can’t go wrong with the classic
white-collar outfit. For men—navy
blue or black blazer, gray slacks, white
shirt, striped tie, black lace-up shoes,
black socks, and black dress belt. For
women—charcoal gray or navy skirt or
pantsuit, white blouse, scarf or necklace,
with black pumps, black hose, black belt,
and a simple black bag.
Check your clothes. Make sure they
fit properly and feel comfortable. Check
for holes, tears, splits, stains, missing
buttons, runs, frayed hems, worn cuffs,
puckers, pulls or wrinkles.
Shampoo you’re hair. One of the first
things the manager will look at is your
hair. It makes a huge statement about
your overall hygiene and cleanliness.
Wear clean, freshly-pressed
clothes. Send your jacket and pants/
Brush your teeth. Get the manager
to remember your ideas, your skills,
your personality—not what you had
for breakfast. Brush, floss, and use a
mouthwash.
skirt off to be dry-cleaned and pressed.
Have your shirt or blouse laundered,
starched, and pressed. Looking sharp
shows respect for the manager and the
job.
Use deodorant and antiperspirant.
Avoid excessive jewelry. For men,
a wristwatch and a ring are plenty. For
women, a watch, a ring, a necklace, and
a pair of earring are ideal.
The manager will think that you’re as
cool as a cucumber. Rub a little on your
hands and you’ll have a smooth dry
handshake too.
Use eye drops. Get the red out and
let your eyes twinkle.
Trim your nails. Guys, long fingernails
are a turn off. Most hiring managers will
notice when they reach to shake your
hand. Ladies, hiring managers won’t be
impressed if long nails prevent you from
the doing the work.
Body piercings. One or two piercings
are fine. A half dozen or more becomes
a distraction. Tongue jewelry can also be
a distraction.
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that you need lots of attention.
Empty your pockets. No bulges to
Avoid trendy fashions. It’s been said
that fashion gets attention—but it doesn’t
convey power. Classic clothing conveys
power. Conduct your job interview from a
point of strength, not novelty
Hair styles. Choose a simple style that
makes you look good. Get the manager
to focus on your face, your expressions,
your eyes—not your hair style.
Avoid bright colors, loud fashions,
and patterns that clash. It’s a sign
ruin your profile and no jingling change to
fall out of your pocket when you sit down
for the interview.
Smile. Smile big. You’re beautiful. Take
a picture!
Dress in clothes that you would
wear on the job. Executives should
wear business suits. Office people
should wear dress clothes. Workers
WorkOne CareerConnect . February 2013/March 2013
(Source: Job Hunting Handbook
Dahlstrom+Company, Inc.)
WorkOne has helpful programs for
job dislocation, displaced homemakers,
and returning military personnel
H
ave you been separated from your
employment through no fault of your own
because of a company or facility closing or
relocating, reduction in workforce, job elimination,
or downsizing? Well, you may qualify for special
assistance through the Dislocated Workers
Program. Services are available at WorkOne for
all levels of dislocated workers—from salaried
managers through entry-level hourly workers—and
may include:
n Job leads and referrals;
n Job search assistance and workshops;
n Resume and cover letter assistance;
n Computer training;
n Occupational skills training/retraining; and
n Career assessment and counseling.
Job Separation Scenarios
In addition, you may qualify for special assistance
if a job separation was caused by any of the
following scenarios:
n Increased imports
n Production shifting to certain countries;
n International trade agreements such as the
North American Free Trade Agreement; and
n Company closure or layoff
Are you a Displaced
Homemaker or Returning
Military Personnel?
WorkOne offers assistance tailored to help displaced
homemakers—individuals who depended on
another family member for at least 51 percent of
household income but lost these funds through
either of two scenarios:
n divorce; or
n the wage-earner was separated from his or her
employment through no fault of their own.
Visit a Career Advisor at WorkOne for
assistance. See back side of this Career
Connect publication for a location near you!
Looking to earn more but need to
upgrade your skills?
You may qualify for up to
$2000 to complete your education
or short-term training certification.
V
isit a WorkOne near you and speak with a
Career Advisor to see if you qualify for this
funding! WorkOne will assist you through
the application process and provide support and
mentoring as you complete your education and
training.
Limited dollars are still available for a limited
time. See the WorkOne listing on the back of this
publication for a location near you.
WorkOne CareerConnect . February 2013/March 2013
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Northwest Indiana is home to over 30
adult education and learning sites
Northwest Indiana
Adult Learning Sites
Jasper County
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.
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WorkOne CareerConnect . February 2013/March 2013
Jasper County Adult Learning Center
First Reformed Church
9991 W. 1200 N., Demotte, IN 46310
(219) 863-9145
Tues., Thurs. and Fri. - 8:40 am to 11:45 am
ABE, GED, ESL
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., Fri. - 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm
ABE, GED, ESL
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
ABE, GED, ESL
Lowell Adult Learning Center
Cedar Creek Community Center
151 N. Fremont, Lowell, IN 46356
(219) 696-6777
Mon/Wed - 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
Tues. & Thurs. 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
ABE, GED, ESL
School City of Whiting Adult ESL Program
Nathan Hale Elementary
1831 Oliver St., Whiting, IN 46394
Contact: Dr. Sandra Martinez at 219-659-0656
[email protected]
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.317
Tues. - 12:00 to 4:00 pm
Mon. & Wed. - 12:00 to 8:00 pm
ESL Tues. & Thurs. - 12:00 to 4:00 pm
Tri-Town Adult Learning Center
1515 Lincoln Hwy., Schererville, IN 46375
(219) 322-6700
Tues/Thurs - 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Wed. - 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm
ABE, GED, ESL
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 Noon
and Tues. and Thurs. 5:30 to 7:30 pm 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
Valparaiso Adult Learning Center
Walt’s Place - Hilltop Too
554 Locust Street - Valparaiso, IN
(219) 462-4230
ABE, GED, ESL
Mon. & Wed. 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
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
Portage Adult Learning Center/NEO
5391 Central Ave., Portage, IN 46368
(219) 850-4331
www.neoadulted.org
Adult ABE & GED (18 yrs and older)
Mon. thru Thurs. 8:30 am - 2:30 pm and
5:30 - 8:30 pm
La Porte County
Teen ABE & GED (16 & 17 years old)
Mon. thru Thurs. - 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
LaPorte High School
602 F Street, LaPorte, IN 46350
Max Miller ([email protected])
Paul Lindeman ([email protected])
(219) 362-3102
Adult Secondary Credit Classes (ASC)
Mon. thru Thurs. - 4 to 7:00 pm
ESL: Mon. & Thurs - 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
and Mon. & Wed. 6:30 - 8:30 pm
ASC (High School Diploma Completion):
Mon. & Thurs. 5:30 - 8:30 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)
High School Diploma Competion
Mon. thru Thurs. - 3:45 to 9:10 pm
Aug. 30 thru Dec. 21, 2011 To be Determined
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
Whiting Public Library
1735 Oliver Avenue
Whiting, IN 46394
219-933-2419
[email protected]
ESL: Tues. & Thurs. from 2:30 to 4:30 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
Gary City-Wide GED 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
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 Library
100 West Indiana St., Chesterton, IN 46304
(219) 921-0567
Mon. & Wed. - 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Tues/Wed/Thurs - 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
ABE, GED, ESL
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
GED, ESL
Official GED Testing Center
5391 Central Ave., Portage, IN
Twice monthly on Wednesday & Thursday
Exact test dates available at
www.neoadulted.org
Daytime testing: 8:00 am - Noon
Evening testing: 5:00 - 9:00 pm
Pulaski County
Pulaski Co. Adult Learning Center-Winamac
Pulaski Co. Public Library
121 S. Riverside Dr., Winamac, IN 46991
(574) 242-0131
Tues. & Thurs. - 9:00 am to Noon
ABE, GED, ESL
Pulaski Co. Adult Learning Center
Center—Pulaski Co. Annex
125 S. Riverside Dr., Winamac, IN 46991
(574) 242-0131
Mon. & Wed. - 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
ABE, GED, ESL
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
ABE, GED, ESL
North Starke Adult/Alternative Education
Oregon Davis High School
5998 S. 750 E., Hamlet, IN 46532
(574) 867-4561 or (574) 806-2578
[email protected]
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) 894-2841
Mon. and Wed. - 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Thurs. - 5:00 to 8:00 pm
WorkOne CareerConnect . February 2013/March 2013
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Where Job Seekers &
Employers Meet
For all your employment or training needs contact one of the WorkOne centers now!
www.gotoworkonenw.com
WorkOne Gary
WorkOne Hammond
3522 Village Circle • Gary, IN
219-981-1520 or 981-4100 Fax: 219-981-4121
Hours of operation:
Mon, Tues, Wed & Fri - 8:00am – 4:30pm
Thurs - 10:00am – 4:30pm
5265 Hohman Avenue • Hammond, IN
219-933-8332 Fax: 219-933-8370
Hours of operation:
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
Hours of operation:
Mon, Tues, Wed & Fri - 8:00am – 4:30pm
Thurs - 10:00am – 4:30pm
FREE
WorkOne LaPorte
Sagamore Center • 300 Legacy Plaza West
LaPorte, Indiana 46350-5876
219-362-2175 Fax: 219-362-1198
Hours of operation:
Mon, Tues, Wed & Fri - 8:00am – 4:30pm
Thurs - 10:00am – 4:30pm
CAREER
ASSISTANCE!
WorkOne Morocco
4117 S. 240 West, Ste. 400 • Morocco, IN
800-661-2258 Fax: 219-285-2213
Hours of operation:
Mon, Tues & Wed - 8:00am – 4:30pm
WorkOne Portage
WorkOne Rensselaer
WorkOne Winamac
Ameriplex Commercial Park
1575 Adler Circle, Ste. A • Portage, IN
219-762-6592 Fax: 219-762-1052
Hours of operation:
Mon, Tues, Wed & Fri - 8:00am – 4:30pm
Thurs - 10:00am – 4:30pm
116 N. Van Rensselaer Street • Rensselaer, IN
219-866-4330 Fax: 219-866-2746
Hours of operation:
Mon, Tues, Wed & Fri - 8:00am – 4:30pm
Thurs - 10:00am – 4:30pm
123 N. Market Street, Ste. 2 • Winamac, IN
574-946-6300 Fax: 574-946-3628
Hours of operation:
Tues & Wed - 8:00am – 4:30pm
Oversight of Region 1 WorkOne System is provided
by the Northwest Indiana Workforce Board
www.gotoworkonenw.com