CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Calendar
May 2008

May 20

9:30 AM-12:30 PM

 

Boston - Introduction to Workforce Development.

Sorry, this Intro session is now full. We are no longer accepting registrations.

If you are new to the field of workforce development, this introductory workshop may be for you! The sesson provides an overview of: recent federal and state legislation that affects your work, federal and state funding flow and public policy, the organizations and programs that make up workforce development in Massachusetts, and principles and standards for your work.

May 22

10:00 - Noon

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Boston - Network Meeting

CWC's Boston Network has been meeting bi-monthly since 2001. It is a fun and interactive forum for you to share professional information and leads, learn about what is going on in the field and find out about programs and services that can assist you in your day-to-day work. Whether you are a job developer, employment specialist, case manager, instructor, coordinator or program specialist, you'll have a unique opportunity to talk with colleagues through facilitated discussions.

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May 28 and June 4

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

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Boston - New Supervisor Institute!

CWC, Boston Jobs and Community Services and the Boston PIC are sponsoring a new, two-day training for supervisors of workforce development programs who manage direct reports. If you are a new supervisor or a seasoned supervisor in search of new strategies, this interactive training is for you. Learn how to: employ effective interview techniques, ask behavioral-based interview questions, use winning supervision strategies and goal setting, train staff with an understanding that retention starts at hire, identify your own supervision style and build and manage a strong workplace team. The two sessions will be delivered by Jeff Davis. Please note: this training is for Boston-based workforce development programs only. Priority will be given to JCS funded programs.

May 28

9:30 AM - Noon

 

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West - Network Meeting

West Networking is going strong! Join us for the May meeting! It is a fun and interactive forum for you to share professional information and leads, learn about what is going on in the field and find out about programs and services that can assist you in your day-to-day work. Whether you are a job developer, employment specialist, case manager, instructor, coordinator or program specialist, you'll have a unique opportunity to talk with colleagues through facilitated discussions. There is no charge and an optional lunch will be provided at a reduced cost of $5.00

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May 29

10:00 - Noon

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Northeast - Network Meeting

The first Northeast Network meeting in February was a big success. Join us for the May meeting! It is a fun and interactive forum for you to share professional information and leads, learn about what is going on in the field and find out about programs and services that can assist you in your day-to-day work. Whether you are a job developer, employment specialist, case manager, instructor, coordinator or program specialist, you'll have a unique opportunity to talk with colleagues through facilitated discussions.

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May 30

10:00 - Noon

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Southeast - Network Meeting

The Southeast Network meeting will be a year old in May! Join us for the next meeting! It is a fun and interactive forum for you to share professional information and leads, learn about what is going on in the field and find out about programs and services that can assist you in your day-to-day work. Whether you are a job developer, employment specialist, case manager, instructor, coordinator or program specialist, you'll have a unique opportunity to talk with colleagues through facilitated discussions.

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