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Finding a job is a job in itself. There are things to know such as where should I look? What should be included in a resume? How do I prepare for an interview? There are things to do such as searching for job openings, filling out applications, and getting that resume ready. It can be overwhelming. Fortunately, the library has resources ready to help you.

Local Job Help Resources

Upcoming Job Search Help Events

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Job Seeker Help

11:00am - 12:00pm
Handley Library
Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: HL Study Room #1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Job Help
Event Details:
Get one-on-one job seeker help from NW Works at Handley Library! Held the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month from 11AM-12PM, the public can meet with a representative from NW Works for help searching for a job, filling out an applicati...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Job Seeker Help

11:00am - 12:00pm
Handley Library
Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: HL Study Room #1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Job Help
Event Details:
Get one-on-one job seeker help from NW Works at Handley Library! Held the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month from 11AM-12PM, the public can meet with a representative from NW Works for help searching for a job, filling out an applicati...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Job Seeker Help

11:00am - 12:00pm
Handley Library
Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: HL Study Room #1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Job Help
Event Details:
Get one-on-one job seeker help from NW Works at Handley Library! Held the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month from 11AM-12PM, the public can meet with a representative from NW Works for help searching for a job, filling out an applicati...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Job Seeker Help

11:00am - 12:00pm
Handley Library
Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: HL Study Room #1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Job Help
Event Details:
Get one-on-one job seeker help from NW Works at Handley Library! Held the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month from 11AM-12PM, the public can meet with a representative from NW Works for help searching for a job, filling out an applicati...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Job Seeker Help

11:00am - 12:00pm
Handley Library
Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: HL Study Room #1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Job Help
Event Details:
Get one-on-one job seeker help from NW Works at Handley Library! Held the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month from 11AM-12PM, the public can meet with a representative from NW Works for help searching for a job, filling out an applicati...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Job Seeker Help

11:00am - 12:00pm
Handley Library
Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: HL Study Room #1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Job Help
Event Details:
Get one-on-one job seeker help from NW Works at Handley Library! Held the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month from 11AM-12PM, the public can meet with a representative from NW Works for help searching for a job, filling out an applicati...
Tina Maseda NW Works

Partnership Spotlight: Job Help with NW Works

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Searching for a job is like a job in and of itself. It is time-consuming, challenging, and – in this age of digital technology – can be quite complicated. But the Handley library is here to help. We have partnered with NW Works to bring one-on-one job seeker assistance to anyone who needs it – no registration, no library card required. Anyone can use this fantastic, free resource!

Who is this lovely person, you ask? Meet Tina Maseda! Tina is a representative from NW Works, whose mission is to bridge the employment gap for anyone facing barriers to meaningful employment. Tina will meet with you, one-on-one. She’ll get to know you, your strengths, and your employment goals. She will provide assistance in the areas where you need help. She will even email and/or text you job opportunities that she thinks might be a good fit for you. How amazing is that? Basically, Tina is ready to become your partner in employment and empowerment.

Tina is at the Handley Library every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month, from 11:00am to 12:00pm. No appointment necessary!

For more information on the One-on-One Job Seeker Assistance Offered by NW Works, click HERE

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12 Ways to Save

12 Ways to Save with Your Handley Regional Library System Card

National Library Card Signup Month runs Sept. 1-Sept. 30. Getting a library card is free and easy. Just stop by with an ID or a utility bill with your current address. Everyone knows you can borrow books from the library with your library card, but did you know there are many other ways to save money with your library card? Here are 12 of them:

 

  1. PrintMe: Print, Copy, Fax, or Scan at Bowman and Handley Libraries or send documents right to the library from home! Much cheaper and more convenient than the big box stores; it’s a benefit we can all use.
  2. Notary Services: All three branches have free, limited notary services. It’s super easy, and you just need to call ahead to check hours and availability.
  3. eMagazine Access Galore! Not only can you instantly stream magazines on your device, but there are hundreds of titles to choose from, with access to past issues as well. There’s no limit, so magazines lovers are delighted. Have fun and save a ton of money on subscriptions!
  4. Hoopla: Another service in our Digital Library, hoopla Digital provides patrons an enormous selection of digital video (movies and TV shows), music, audiobooks, eBooks, and comics instantly. Thousands of titles available, you really could get away without having to buy a streaming service at home.
  5. Learn all about computer programs, online for free! The GCFLearnFree.org program is designed to help you learn the essential skills needed to live and work in the 21st century. From Microsoft Office and email to reading, math, and more, GCFLearnFree.org offers more than 180 topics, including more than 2,000 lessons and 800+ videos.
  6. Why pay for expensive SAT or ACT classes if you can study it at home, at your own pace, for FREE? Learning Express offers these tutorials and more, including help studying for graduate school admissions tests or the GED to name a few (practice tests included)!
  7. Free Wifi: Not only can you come to any branch and use our Wifi, but you can also take a T-Mobile hotspot to use at home! The devices allow free internet connection on the go and anywhere T-Mobile service is available on your smartphone, laptop, tablet, or other mobile device. 
  8. Learn a new language or two, or three. Mango Languages is available to anyone who has a library card. With almost 100 languages available, we’ve got you covered. Did we mention it’s free?
  9. Get real, live job help online. JobNow by Brainfuse provides live, certified educators and navigators seven days a week from 2 pm to 11 pm for application, résumé and cover letter writing, job searches, and interview practice. Why pay for help to get a job?
  10. Need to grow your business? Reference Solutions provides access to accurate & complete business and consumer data for job seekers, small business owners, marketing professionals, and researchers. Find new business opportunities, research executives and companies, read news articles, conduct job searches, research papers, locate addresses and phone numbers, conduct market research, and much more.
  11. Consumer Reports. Not sure what refrigerator or computer to buy? Get access to Consumer Reports articles and rankings online.
  12. And, finally, books (and DVD movies, videogames, and music CDs)! If you’re an avid reader, you could spend hundreds of dollars buying the latest books at the bookstore. Checking out library books, videogames, DVDs, and music CDs instead saves you money, and you get the latest materials available to you at the same time!

 

 

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NW Works Job Search Flyer

One-on-One Job Seeker Assistance Offered by NW Works at Handley Library

Handley Regional Library System is excited to announce a program where individuals can get one-on-one job seeker help from NW Works at Handley Library.  Held the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month from 11AM-12PM, the public can meet with a representative from NW Works for help searching for a job, filling out an application, making a resume, and other job search related tasks. 

To get help, patrons can inquire at the Information Desk at Handley Library during the program time.  Registration is not required.  The individual job seeker program complements the online career tools the library system offers the community in their Digital Library, including career testing and exploration, resume and interviewing help, cover letter templates, and more, in addition to their many books and eBooks on this topic. 

“From books, digital materials, access to the internet, online printing, and public computers, the library system has a wealth of resources for job seekers,” says John Huddy, Director of Handley Regional Library System.  “Partnering with great organizations like NW Works around this important topic allows us to both work together and use our expertise and services to invest in the communities we serve.”

“NW Works is committed to helping all people with barriers to employment to reach their full potential, not just people with disabilities,” says NW Works CEO Debera Taylor. “At a time when so many businesses are struggling to find applicants, we want to support those in our community who are seeking work. This partnership with Handley Regional Library System helps us to reach individuals who typically wouldn’t receive services from NW Works, which benefits the community as a whole.”

For more information, contact information@handleyregional.org

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RESOURCES

Computer Tutorials

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The GCFLearnFree.org program is designed to help you learn the essential skills needed to live and work in the 21st century. From Microsoft Office and email to reading, math, and more, GCFLearnFree.org offers more than 180 topics, including more than 2,000 lessons and 800+ videos, completely free.

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JobNow

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JobNow by Brainfuse provides live, certified educators and navigators seven days a week from 2 pm to 11 pm for application, résumé and cover letter writing, job searches and interview practice. 

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Learning Express

Learning Express

Organized into targeted learning centers, this e-resource supports those looking to improve core academic skills, pass the GED®, prepare for college, join the military, obtain occupational certification, find a job, change careers, become a U.S. citizen and much more.

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Literacy Volunteers Winchester Area

Literacy Volunteers Winchester Area

Winchester Virginia's volunteer adult literacy
 organization. They teach reading, math, English language, computer, financial and citizenship skills to adults.

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Reference Solutions

Ref Solutions

(Formerly Reference USA), Reference Solutions provides access to accurate & complete business and consumer data for job seekers, small business owners, marketing professionals, and researchers.  Find new business opportunities, research executives and companies, read news articles, conduct job searches, research papers, locate addresses and phone numbers, conduct market research, and much more.

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Universal Class

Universal Class

Learn something new or update your existing skills! Choose from over 500 online courses, from photography to physics, computers to calligraphy.

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VetNow

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VetNow by Brainfuse provides live, certified educators and navigators Monday through Friday, from 2 pm to 11 pm for assistance to veterans in navigating Department of Veteran Affairs benefits, paperwork, programs, etc. 

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