WorkReady
Why WorkReady™ Makes Sense
The U.S. population continues to grow older; this is causing the once robust pool of able-bodied workers to grow smaller, or shrink. As a result, employers and HR professionals are finding it harder to fill existing positions, making it difficult to maintain necessary employment levels, or address needs caused by expansion.
Today’s forward-thinking employers recognize the urgency of upgrading the skills of the existing workforce, particularly if they hope to remain competitive in the global economy.
The WorkReady™ credential makes sense for both employers and employees wanting to acquire the necessary skills that will help them get and keep a well-paying job.
What is it?
A training program (60 hours) endorsed by Businesses and Employers, It is designed to provide the “foundational” skills needed in today’s rapidly changing and complex work-day world.
What employers want:
• Basic communication skills
• Employees who show up as scheduled, on time and ready to work
• Team players
• People who can manage conflict
• Able to take directions
• Basic computer skills
What WorkReady Provides:
• Simulation of the workplace environment
• Evaluation of participants based upon seven key areas, or “standards”
• Professional facilitation (instruction), with active area business participation
• Program “customization” for needs of business community
WorkReady addresses:
• Attitudes
• Attire
• Ambition
• Teamwork
• Problem-solving
• Motivations and challenges
• Plan for employment
• Communication skills/interpersonal skills
• Working with others/teamwork
• Getting a job/preparing resume-portfolio
• Wages, taxes, employee benefits
• Workplace safety
A Few of the Businesses/Community Endorsers in Maine Participating in WorkReady:
• Adecco Staffing
• Androscoggin County Chamber of Commerce
• Bonney Staffing
• CareerCenter
• Central Maine Community College
• Central/Western ME Workforce Investment Board
• Cianbro Corporation
• Citistreet
• Coastal Enterprises, Inc.
• Dept.of Health and Human Services (ASPIRE)
• Employment Times
• Empower Lewiston
• Geiger
• H.E. Callahan
• Kelly Services
• L.L.Bean
• Lewiston Adult Ed
• Lewiston School Dept.
• Manpower
• Northeast Bank
• Oxford Networks
• Safe Handling Inc.
• Support Solutions
• TD Banknorth
• VIP Auto
• Wal-Mart Distribution Center
Today’s forward-thinking employers recognize the urgency of upgrading the skills of the existing workforce, particularly if they hope to remain competitive in the global economy.
The WorkReady™ credential makes sense for both employers and employees wanting to acquire the necessary skills that will help them get and keep a well-paying job.
What is it?
A training program (60 hours) endorsed by Businesses and Employers, It is designed to provide the “foundational” skills needed in today’s rapidly changing and complex work-day world.
What employers want:
• Basic communication skills
• Employees who show up as scheduled, on time and ready to work
• Team players
• People who can manage conflict
• Able to take directions
• Basic computer skills
What WorkReady Provides:
• Simulation of the workplace environment
• Evaluation of participants based upon seven key areas, or “standards”
• Professional facilitation (instruction), with active area business participation
• Program “customization” for needs of business community
WorkReady addresses:
• Attitudes
• Attire
• Ambition
• Teamwork
• Problem-solving
The basics of getting a jobThe 7 Standards (Curriculum):• Cover letters
• Resumes
• Interviewing
Other work-related details
• Wages, benefits, taxes
• Safety information
• Motivations and challenges
• Plan for employment
• Communication skills/interpersonal skills
• Working with others/teamwork
• Getting a job/preparing resume-portfolio
• Wages, taxes, employee benefits
• Workplace safety
A Few of the Businesses/Community Endorsers in Maine Participating in WorkReady:
• Adecco Staffing
• Androscoggin County Chamber of Commerce
• Bonney Staffing
• CareerCenter
• Central Maine Community College
• Central/Western ME Workforce Investment Board
• Cianbro Corporation
• Citistreet
• Coastal Enterprises, Inc.
• Dept.of Health and Human Services (ASPIRE)
• Employment Times
• Empower Lewiston
• Geiger
• H.E. Callahan
• Kelly Services
• L.L.Bean
• Lewiston Adult Ed
• Lewiston School Dept.
• Manpower
• Northeast Bank
• Oxford Networks
• Safe Handling Inc.
• Support Solutions
• TD Banknorth
• VIP Auto
• Wal-Mart Distribution Center
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