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NYS Department of Labor Rapid Response team holds orientation for MVCSD Employees

Slide with information of orientation members
NYS Department of Labor Rapid Response team holds orientation for MVCSD Employees

Representatives from the New York State Department of Labor’s (NYS DOL) Rapid Response team held an orientation for employees affected by layoffs last Thursday, providing them with information about personalized job placement services that are available at zero cost. They will also hold a meeting from 1 to 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 11, in the boardroom of the Mount Vernon Board of Education to address questions by Civil Service Employees Association (CSEA) staff affected by layoffs. Click to view the full presentation.

“The MVCSD Human Resources Department has partnered with the NYS Department of Labor and their Rapid Response team to ensure that our staff that is being impacted by the District’s layoffs are supported,” said Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources Noel Cambell. “They are here to give insight to the staff in the various areas including the possibility of future job placement and other supports.” 

Job placement services offered by the Rapid Response team include:

  • Finding job leads
  • Resume development
  • Interview coaching
  • Connecting with hiring businesses
  • Recruitments and job fairs
  • Labor Market Information (LMI)

The Rapid Response team shared resources that included information applying for unemployment insurance benefits, the NY HELPS (Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide) Program, and a resume template. They also provide information about accessing affordable health care options through the New York State of Health Marketplace.

The NYS DOL will hold a NYC virtual career fair from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Tuesday, June 17. Register by clicking here. There will be a Hudson Valley region virtual career fair from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Wednesday, June 18. Register by clicking here.  

Notice for CSEA Layoff meeting

 

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