Spring Job Fair

Need a job? Come to the YJC's Spring Job Fair!

Retail, hospitality, health care & seasonal positions in Evanston, Skokie, Niles, Chicago & more!

Thursday, March 11th, 2010 from 1-4 PM at Evanston Public Library, 1703 Orrington Ave., Evanston

• Open to all job-seekers 16 & up
• Resumes & appropriate interview attire strongly recommended
• Fair ends promptly at 4 PM; job-seekers should arrive no later than 3:30 PM

Youth Job Center of Evanston
1114 Church Street Evanston, Illinois
847.864.5627
FAX 847.864.3098

Filing For Unemployment Benefits Online? Use Only Microsoft Explorer

Illinois workers filing for unemployment benefits may now apply online here.

The Illinois Department of Employment Security advises that computers used to file applications must meet the following specifications:

• Have the Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher with cookies enabled.
• Use Windows XP, Windows 2000 or Windows Millennium Edition.
• Have Adobe Reader loaded.

Applicants should use Microsoft's Internet Explorer browser to file unemployment claims, certify for benefits, or to register/change direct deposit.

Most people will not be able to access the Internet Claim application or Direct Deposit registration service using Firefox, Safari or other unsupported web browsers.

For more information, call: 1.866.243.0238 or visit here.

US CENSUS JOB OPENINGS $18/HOUR (Walk-Ins Welcome)

Testing For January 2010 at Evanston One-Stop Office and the Evanston Public Library.

THE U.S. CENSUS WILL BE HIRING PART TIME TEMPORARY CENSUS TAKERS

· Come 15 minutes early. Allow 90 minutes for application process including 30 minute test.
· ID NEEDED---Bring current Passport or Permanent Resident Card. If not, bring State picture ID plus social security card or copy of birth certificate

IL DEPT OF EMPLOYMENT SECURITY
1615 OAK STREET
EVANSTON, IL
Days & Dates:
MONDAYS at 1pm & 3pm: 1/4, 1/11,
WEDNESDAYS at 1pm & 3pm: 1/6, 1/13
WEDNESDAYS at 11am: 1/20, 1/22, 1/27 & 1/29

EVANSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
1703 ORRINGTON AVE
EVANSTON, IL
Days & Dates:
WEDNESDAYS at 11am: 1/13
MONDAYS at 3PM or 6PM: 1/18, 1/25

Flexible hours, Good Pay, Paid Training, Neighborhood Work

Go to www.2010censusjobs.gov for a practice test and applications

Are you having difficulty finding a job?

Attend an Illinois workNet computer-based,hands-on workshop where you will:
• Learn how to use www.illinoisworkNet job search tool
• Create your own personal account and receive job e-mail alerts
• Learn about key sectors, resources, and tools
• Explore high wage and high demand industries
• Expand your knowledge about labor market information
• Find your hidden skills and interests
• Explore wages and employment trends
• Discover a potential employer

So whether you are in employment transition, dislocated, older worker, veteran, or re-entering the workforce, our hands on computer-based workshop might just be the tool you need to help you find a job or a new career!

Workshops will be held at the Illinois workNet Center located at:
1615 Oak Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201

Call (847) 864-3530 ext. 243 to register-space is limited!

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Workshop dates:
Friday Jan., 8th or 22nd
Friday, Feb., 5th or 19th
Friday, March, 5th or 19th

*Workshop begins promptly at 3:00pm- 4:30pm

* Basic keyboard skills required!

COBRA subsidy extension

Cobra extension to help Illinois jobless
Dec. 24, 2009
(AP) -- The Illinois Dept. of Insurance is reminding insurance companies and employers they must comply with a new law extending the federal subsidy on COBRA benefits.
Companies must provide timely notice to people eligible for the subsidies.
COBRA allows workers to remain on a health plan for 18 months after they leave their jobs, if they pay the premiums.
The federal stimulus bill provided subsidies for up to nine months to reduce the cost of coverage for workers who lost their jobs between Sept. 1, 2008, and Dec. 31, 2009.
President Barack Obama recently sign a law that continues that subsidy for workers who lose their jobs between Jan. 1 and Feb. 28, 2010. The law also extends the subsidy for up to 15 months.
Printed from ChicagoBusiness.com

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Be Careful Job Hunting on Social Networks!

The Better Business Bureau is advising social networkers to read the fine print when responding to ads on blogs or other social networking sites because the large print doesn't always tell the whole story. Ubiquitous ads for work-at-home opportunities can cost job hunters more than they bargained for in the long run. (Click on the above title for the full article)

How to Spot Employer Credibility Trouble

"Just as investors are scrutinizing the finances of companies before buying stocks, job seekers may also be forced to look at potential employers more closely in the wake of the economic collapse."

50 Terrific Twitter Tips for Job Seekers

"Twitter is a fabulous web tool for networking and expanding your contacts base. Job searchers can also use Twitter to learn about new opportunities and get the word out about their own services and portfolio."

Practice Application
Test out your skills with online job applications. This could be a good tool to use for job seekers who are not comfortable with computers. This form does not go to "an actual company, and the information entered into this 'Practice application' will not be used in an actual job application process."