We all face the need to develop our skills and abilities to get and keep a job. Northwest Family Services can help you learn skills to find, get, and keep a job. We work with the Oregon State Office of Vocational Rehabilitation Services to link their clients to existing and future jobs in the community. We also conduct a quarterly CareerFit workshop series to help equip those looking for a job with essential job hunting skills.

Job Placement (in partnership with the Oregon Office of Vocational Rehabilitation Services, OVRS)

We work with OVRS to be a resource for people when they have the skills to get and keep a job. OVRS provides skilled counseling and guidance, assessment services, assistance technology, training services and job placement.

Our staff links the clients of OVRS to existing or upcoming job opportunities in areas identified by clients. We prospect job openings, conduct needs analysis of employers, share how clients can fill the needs of employers and follow up with clients once they have gotten a job. Our ultimate goal is to have clients successfully placed in long-term jobs.

CareerFit is a four-part workshop series open to everyone looking to better develop their job search skills. Community experts and NWFS staff cover topics including interest and skill assessments, writing an effective cover letter and resume, how to conduct a job search, proper interviewing techniques and the impact of social networking media.

General Outline of CareerFit:

Session 1

Identifying your professional skills

Navigating the open and hidden job markets

Session 2

Using your skills to write a cover letter and resume

Responding to the needs of the employer and the job posting

Session 3

Interview skills

Professional communication

Session 4

Social Networking

Potential Impact of Credit Scores

Additional Community Resources

To get more information or upcoming dates, contact NWFS at 503-546-6377.