COVID-19 UPDATE 7/27/2022Office is open at this time for walk-ins, if you prefer to make an appointment, you may call us. Questions can be emailed to [email protected] or you may call 607-756-7585 to schedule an appointmentAPPLYING FOR UNEMPLOYMENT BENEFITS: online, www.labor.ny.gov or call (888) 209-8124 employment support: work experience, school retention, job development and coaching for young people ages 14-21 opportunities for paid on-the-job training Priority of Service for eligible veterans; veteran labor service counselor (Thursdays and Fridays) career library with job listings and information computer resources and training: Microsoft Office testing and training: Excel, Word, Access practice and enhance typing skills software: Winway Resume (complete resume and cover letter program), Choices and Career Zone (career guidance and assessment tools) online classes through Metrix Learning System workshops: interviewing skills, resume creation, self assessment, mature worker, career and other specialized workshops Career development

Provides assistance with resume writing, interview skills, and the career search. Resource room includes access to personal computers, fax machine, and internet access for job search. Offers a resource library contains books, videotapes, and other materials for use by job seekers.

* Provides information and assistanc on available long-term services and support to individuals. NY Connects Coordinations can provide assistance with:

• Housing.
• Caregiver supports.
• Home repairs and accesibility modifications.
• Behavioral health/developmental supports and services.
• Transportation.
• Supported employment.
• Applications to benefits including Medicaid, food options, emergency aler devices, child care and nutrition programs.

Location Phone Fax Hours ONEONTA 607-432-4800 607-432-4171 Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm 12 Dietz St. Oneonta, NY 13820 NORWICH 607-334-2201 607-334-6540 Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm 1 O'Hara Drive Norwich, NY 13815 DELHI 607-832-5777 607-832-6078 Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm 1 Courthouse Square, Ste. 3 Delhi, NY 13753 SIDNEY 607-832-5776 607-832-6075 Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm 21 Liberty St. Sidney, NY 13838

Provides assistance and staff support for individuals to obtain, maintain, and/or advance in employment. Services provided include job development, career exploration, resume building, interview skill building, job searches, and job coaching.

* Provides comprehensive employment services including job counseling, interview skills, resume development, job placement and job retention.

Provides assistance to help individuals obtain and maintain employment. Offers evaluations, assessment of skills-aptitudes-interests, vocational guidance and counseling, VOC exploration, Training-college, VOTEC, trade schools, on site job development assistance, job coaching, job search skills training, and follow up services.

CALLERS CAN APPLY FOR UNEMPLOYMENT BENEFITS ONLINE AT: the Workforce office http://www.labor.ny.gov/home at any of Workforce's community or partner agencies**Job assistance to individuals and groups, such as: access to job listing sources free monthly work-related workshops job/career counseling resource center with computers for searches and resume work resume, cover letter and application assistance job interview coaching; help in job search techniques and placement networking events and job/career fairs access to special skill training Job Link program for young people 16-21 years old (jobs and skills assistance) military veterans program specialized employment program for ex-offenders support for 50+ job seekers on-site disability specialist knowledge of community resources and job programs for referrals unfair labor practices (contact labor services representative supervisor) intensive services for individuals with difficulty finding employment, such as assessments and funding assistance for training and skill development.The center works with local employers to: provide information about accommodations, hiring incentives and connecting with qualified job seekers with disabilities help employee recruitment access employee training opportunities, workplace incentives and labor market information**ACCES-VR, TST BOCES, TC DSS, Office of Employment & Training, Experience Works, TC Office for the Aging, Tompkins Community Action, Women's Opportunity Center, Challenge, NYS Dept. of Labor and Tompkins Cortland Community College.

* Provides benefit counseling services to all veterans and their families that include: Case management. Female Veteran Programing. Senior veteran services. Financial counseling. VA benefits counseling. * Offers an employment resource center that aims to help veterans stabilize and re-enter the workforce assistance includes: Resume writing assistance, career counseling, and career assessment. Job readiness and life skills training. Weekly VetNet, networking, and job club group. Occupational skills training classes.* Assists veterans and families to manage their finances and to develop individualized plans to reach their goals.* Provides housing search assistance and temporary financial assistance through Services to Enable Positive Solutions (STEPS) program.* Provides individual and family counseling to veterans and their families.* Offers legal assistance through collaboration with Monroe County Legal Assistance Center. Veterans Treatment Court.* Creates a supportive network for veterans who could benefit from a veteran peer mentor and other community relationships through CompeerCorps.

Provides services to job seekers and businesses at no cost to either the job seeker or business, either in-person or remotely / virtually. Agency offers services for youth, young adults, and adults, including dislocated workers, Trade Act affected workers, unemployed and underemployed job seekers. Also provides scholarship funding to eligible individuals pursuing short-term training that will lead directly to employment in a demand field locally. Visit website for more information.

A thrift store which also provides comprehensive job skills training opportunities, employment support services, and educational opportunities for residents for Orleans and Genesee Counties. Thrift store accepts donations of good condition household items, furniture, books, DVDs, CDs, collectibles, current educational materials, craft and hobby items, musical instruments, antiques, small and large appliances, and workplace apparel. Pick up available for donations of large household items and furniture. Employment services include resume and job search assistance, job skills training, and on-the-job work experience. Also offers free access to computers and internet for job searching activities. Educational services include high school equivalency preparation credit recovery. Also provides budgeting assistance, income/expense scheduling, and fax and copy services.

Offers easy access to the following employer services: job postings, candidate listings, information (referrals, permits, legal, etc.), economic development referrals, pre-hire testing (fee for service), recruitment, screening, job fairs, and business seminars. Also offers coordinated referrals and access to over 50 certified training programs throughout Chautauqua County and surrounding areas. Customers can obtain the following services: internet access to statewide and regional job listings, learning the best skills to acquire a job, assistance with job placement, and unemployment insurance information. Offers specialized services for youth under the age of 24. Youth summer employment opportunities may be available, depending upon funding. Free informational workshops: Career Exploration, Create/Update Your Resume, How to Conduct an Effective Job Search, Interviewing Techniques to Help You Get That Job, and much more. Resources include computer access, fax machine, telephone access (for calling employers), out of area job listings, photocopier, and professional staff assistance.

Career Coaches work with customers to create a pathway to success. Provides cost-free services to customers and businesses, including career coaching, linkages and job referrals to hiring employers, a well-equipped Resource Room and computer lab with high speed Internet access, individual and comprehensive assessments, career exploration, employment and job readiness workshops, resume preparation, job search planning, job interview preparation, Thursday networking job clubs, Individual Training Account (ITA) tuition grants for eligible customers, referrals to partner agencies, Adult Training Programs, Dislocated Worker Programs, and Trade Act Programs. Daycare and other support services may be available for qualifying individuals while they are in WIOA approved training.

Offers convenient job search services to all job seekers. Current job leads available daily. Services include interviewing for jobs, job referral, employment counseling, employment workshops, and referral to training including TRA (Trade Readjustment Act). Veterans Services: Every Career Center has dedicated staff to help veterans assess their needs, skills, and interests. Veterans will be guided through a step-by-step approach to their job search. Priority of service is offered to veterans and their eligible spouses, meaning that persons who served on Active Duty in the United States Armed Forces will: - Be served first by the next available staff member - Get first priority for jobs and training for which they are eligible and qualified ##Veteran##

Offers convenient job search services to all job seekers. Current Job leads available daily. Interviewing for jobs, job referral, employment counseling, employment workshops, referral to training including TAA (Trade Adjustment Act). Every Career Center has dedicated staff to help assess the needs, skills, and interests of job seekers. Job seekers are guided through a step-by-step approach to the job search. Veterans Services: Offers Priority of Service to veterans and their eligible spouses. This means that persons who served on Active Duty in the United States Armed Forces will: - Be served first by the next available staff member - Get first priority for jobs and training for which they are eligible and qualified ##Veteran##

Provides access to job listings, apprenticeship opportunities, career planning and counseling, civil service, financial aid information, informational workshops, job fairs, job search assistance, labor market information, a resource room for job search, opportunities for individuals with disabilities, reading and writing help, reemployment services, referral to community resources, and help with resume writing.

Provides job seeker and employer services, including career counseling, computer training, job fairs, and new employee recruitment services.

Assists registered job seekers learn about programs and opportunities to improve their job skills at Herkimer College, to help interested individuals navigate college application, registration, advisement, financial aid, and academic support processes and services.

Provides access to job listings, apprenticeship opportunities, career planning and counseling, civil service, financial aid information, informational workshops, job fairs, job search assistance, labor market information, a resource room for job search, opportunities for individuals with disabilities, reading and writing help, reemployment services, referral to community resources, and help with resume writing.

Program OverviewOut of school young adults (ages 18-24) to secure meaningful employment.

* Provides assistance to families in need. Services include:

• Referral to community and government services
• Rent assistance
• Transportation related expense assistance
• Utility/Heat assistance