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Congratulations CDO Workforce Disability Resource Coordinator (DRC) Angela Kelly, on your Work Incentives Planning and Utilization for Benefit Practitioners Certification!
Angela says, "I’m thrilled to announce that I have successfully completed the Work Incentives Planning and Utilization for Benefit Practitioners certification through Cornell University. This intensive program involved 19 webinars, covering Social Security benefits, the impact of work on other federal programs, and strategies for becoming an effective benefits practitioner.
"As a certified counselor, I am now ready to help individuals receiving SSI/SSDI navigate the return-to-work process. My role includes facilitating the Ticket to Work (TTW) process with CDO Workforce and providing a range of services such as job search assistance, training, and disability benefits advisement.
"Additionally, I’m actively involved with the Workforce Development Board, Herkimer, Madison and Oneida Counties', New York Systems Change and Inclusive Opportunities Network (NY SCION) grant program. This network focuses on improving employment outcomes through a sustainable and inclusive model that involves businesses and meets workforce demand. My efforts aim to enhance career pathways, benefits advisement, job placement, and overall support for individuals with disabilities.
"If you or someone you know can benefit from this support, please reach out to me. I’m here to help and look forward to working together to achieve successful returns to the workforce!"
To Contact Angela, call 607-432-4800, ext. 113 or email akelly@working-solutions.org
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From L to R: Angela Kelly, Nicole Sortino | |
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CDO Workforce DRC Angela Kelly and Workforce Development Board, Herkimer, Madison, Oneida, Counties, Inc., DRC Nicole Present at Oneonta Job Corps Academy
Angela says, "I’m honored to share that Nicole Sortino, Disability Resource Coordinator from HMO Workforce Development Board, and I, Angie Kelly from CDO Workforce Development Board, recently had the opportunity to present at Oneonta Job Corps Academy (OJCA).
"During our session, we explored essential topics such as de-escalation techniques, brain development, and the impacts of vicarious trauma and empathy burnout. We also discussed the NY Systems Change and Inclusive Opportunities Network (NY SCION) grant and its role in enhancing employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
"OJCA’s commitment to supporting young adults made it a rewarding experience for us, and we’re grateful for the chance to contribute to their mission through this training.
For a list of additional training topics that I can offer to CDO agencies, please feel free to reach out to me!"
To Contact Angela, call 607-432-4800, ext. 113 or email akelly@working-solutions.org
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NYS Workforce Survey Results
The New York State Workforce Survey for 2024 has been released. NYS Department of Labor received more than 30,000 responses to the survey from job seekers across the state. Some key takeaways from the survey include:
• A growing need for training and upskilling
• Lack of professional networks, experience, and credentials limit growth
• Artificial Intelligence is seen as both a threat to certain careers and a tool more people would like to be trained in
Some incentives that respondents cited as being most important to them are paid time off, ability to work remotely full-time, and high pay/higher starting pay. Meanwhile, age discrimination, lack of a professional network, and lack of the right degree, certificate, or credential were cited as the greatest barriers to employment.
These results will help to shape future policies to ensure that today's workforce has the tools, training, and experience to get the job they want and earn a wage they deserve.
VIEW THE FULL RESULTS
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ATTENTION BUSINESSES! Are you having a hard time finding or retaining employees? FOR-DO CAN HELP!
Our recovery coaches help connect recovery friendly employers with fully supported, dedicated, hard-working individuals that are ready to use and grow their skills.
If you are a business looking to become a Recovery Friendly Workplace, contact your local recovery center:
Otsego County | 22 Elm St., Oneonta, NY | 607-267-4435
The Turning Point of Chenango County, FORDO | 24 E. Main St., Norwich, NY | 607-373-3825
The Turning Point of Delaware County-Delhi | 84 Main St., Delhi, NY | 607-746-3570
If you are a person in recovery and are looking to participate in this program, or if you are a business looking to become a Recovery Friendly Workplace, contact Brendan Murphy at 607-386-2235 or brendan@friendsofrecoverydo.org.
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Learning/Training Grant Opportunities | |
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Learning/Training Grant Programs for Job Seekers and Incentives for Businesses
Some programs are available in up to 17 counties across New York State! Business incentives and training opportunities.
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More Opportunities for Job Seekers | |
In-Person Workshops at Norwich CDO Workforce | |
In-Person Workshops at Oneonta CDO Workforce | |
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Frito-Lay is hiring! In-Person Hiring Event Oct. 16, 2024
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LEARN SKILLS FOR A CAREER IN DAIRY
SUNY Cobleskill is launching a new Dairy Processing Microcredential Series! Offered free of charge, the Series is open to any interested individual, including under-employed, unemployed, refugees, and others. This program empowers participants for immediate employment, supports the resurgence of dairy production in the Mohawk Valley region, and meets the demands of a growing agribusiness sector.
Seminar Dates: October 11, 12, 18, 25, 26
Total: 38 hours
This initiative, supported by New York State’s Workforce Development Grant programs, focuses on delivering pre-employment safety and sanitation training essential for the dairy industry. The program encompasses seven microcredential courses, totaling 38 hours of training over five days, covering vital topics such as milk quality, dairy processing, animal care best practices, manufacturing standards, and more.
Wrap-around services, including childcare, transportation, and ESL language support, will be offered to all participants.
The hands-on learning experience takes place in SUNY Cobleskill’s $1.4 million Dairy Processing Center, which is certified by the NYS Department of Agriculture & Markets.
Apply Here
Friday, October 11
Intro to Dairy Processing and Pasteurization
Milk Receiving
Saturday, October 12
Intro to Dairy Processing Pasteurizing and Bottling
Milk and Milk Quality
Friday, October 18
Best Practices for Dairy Animal Care
Friday, October 25
Chemical use in a Dairy Processing Facility
Bacterial Swabbing
Antibiotic Testing
Saturday, October 26
GMP
HACCP
SOP
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