Summer Career Fair - 2023

WE’RE HIRING FULL-TIME & PART-TIME STAFF

Immediate Interviews / Paid Training & Certification

Unified Community Connections, a large non-profit agency, that serves adults with developmental disabilities, seeks to fill Direct Support Professionals and House Managers positions for Programs supporting adults with disabilities located in Frederick & Hagerstown, MD.

Job Duties:

Provide support to individuals by assisting with personal hygiene, housekeeping, food prep., feeding, health and medical appts., recreational activities, and support with living productive and interesting lives through life skills. Must be able to Lift up to 50 lbs. and have a valid Driver’s License with (2) points or less.

Direct Support Professional: $18.40 per hour. No experience necessary/paid training provided.

House Manager:

$44,000 annually. Associates Degree in Human Services is preferred. Experience will be considered in lieu of the educational requirement. Two (2) to five (5) years in Residential or Personal Support Services environment and two (2) to five (5) years of experience in a supervisory role. Paid training provided.

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GET THE JOB

Just Getting Started?

Securing that first job might be harder than earning your diploma. Depending on your field, the job market out of college might be more competitive than ever. That’s why literally hundreds of thousands of Americans with a college degree are nevertheless working minimum-wage jobs, according to the Wall Street Journal. You’ll likely need to work hard to differentiate yourself in a crowded field of candidates. Here’s how.

SHARPEN YOUR RESUME

Be on the lookout for simple errors that could lead a hiring manager to set your resume aside. Typos, bad grammar and –worse of all – misstatements or lies are easily spotted by seasoned pros. Fabricating any portion of your resume can lead to disastrous results. Keep in mind that potential employers will follow up with references and fact check other details before they even consider scheduling an interview.

If you’re particularly worried about an incidental mistake sneaking through, have a friend or hired professional proof your resume before submitting it. Fresh eyes often find things like typos that are easily overlooked by those who create the documents.

PROACTIVE APPROACH

Busy hiring managers might need a little nudge, in particular if you’re part of a more competitive search. Entry-level hires are often made based on how proactive you are. That

begins with tailoring your resume and cover letter for the specific job and company. Send a reminder email after your resume arrives. Do a little research into the company culture and its leaders before the interview, so you can fashion more detailed responses.

Don’t forget to follow up once you’ve left the building. Send a thank-you note with a specific comment after your talk. Just be aware the being proactive can easily drift into being a nuisance, so limit your followup communication.

BE CREATIVE

If the company culture fits, consider getting creative with your application. Move away from the tried-and-true resume with storyboarded video by transmitting through LinkedIn or Snapchat. This next-generation approach might be particularly effect in more tech-focused areas like web development, videography or graphic design. On the other hand, industries like banking, the law or executive management may require a more traditional approach.

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Buckingham’s Choice

Frederick County Government

Loudoun Times-Mirror

Maryland Army National Guard

MD Department of Juvenile Services

MD Department of Public Safety & Correctional Services

MDH - Western Maryland Hospital Center

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Plamondon Companies

Right at Home

Sheppard Pratt Healthcare System

Spherion Staffing

Structural OpCo LLC STULTZ

The Frederick News-Post

Thrive USA Home Care

Unified Community Connections

Entry-level hires are often made based on how proactive you are.

GETTING OUT THERE AFTER GRADUATING

Here’s how to make smart preparations to help smooth the way.

BEFORE APPLYING

You’ve already marked quite an achievement, simply by staying the course through to a hardearned graduation ceremony. It’s a major accomplishment, but one we often simply don’t have time to enjoy in any extended way. After all, there are bills to pay now –and perhaps even a student loan to address. That’s why it’s best to start early, notifying hiring managers that you’re applying while still completing your coursework. Be sure to inform them of your planned graduation date. If you wait until then, there could be difficult new financial pressures. Some job openings will draw a large number of other candidates, so you may not immediately be able to secure that coveted first job.

BEST FOOT FORWARD

Take advantage of internship opportunities while still in school, and lean on your network of family, friends, professors and early professional contacts in order to discover new job openings. Their recommendations might help you secure an opportunity you wouldn’t have gotten with a cold-call application.

Depending on the position, you may be asked to apply with a simple resume or a curriculum vitae. Both include information on your experience and skill set, but in different formats. Resumes are limited to one page and focus on personal skills. A CV, on the other hand, is more in-depth and often stretches to multiple pages. They’re typically required in the educational, medical or research fields. You’ll include a broader spectrum of professional information, including education, certificates and affiliations.

Kickstarting a career can be harder than securing your degree. Graduating from college affords aspiring young professionals a wealth of knowledge, but oftentimes they have little real-world experience.

WHAT TO AVOID

Make sure you follow the required application format. Resume-based openings are usually handled by overwhelmed hiring managers who might not have time for an initial deep read on your application. So, make sure all pertinent information

is prominently displayed — and keep your resume short and sweet. Read and re-read to make sure there are no spelling or grammatical mishaps, since that’s the quickest way for an applicant to get passed over. Prospective employers will assume you are inattentive if you can’t submit an application free of mistakes.

3 GOOD REASONS TO HIRE

STUDENTS

You can fill temporary job vacancies

Students are usually flexible and available to work in the summer and during holidays when business is booming. For this reason, they’re ideal for casual and seasonal work, or if you need somebody to temporarily cover an employee on parental leave. They’re also more likely to accept evening and weekend shifts.

You help train the next generation

You offer students the opportunity to learn within your company. In certain industries and with particular tasks, you can teach recruits the basics of the trade and help them develop a strong work ethic. These motivated young people will become qualified workers capable of taking on full-time, permanent jobs upon graduation. Give them a chance; they’ll repay you in time.

You encourage knowledge sharing Students often know more about new technologies than long-time employees. You can build mentorship connections between recruits and existing employees to encourage each to share their know-how and gain critical knowledge. This type of expertise exchange can propel your company into the future.

Are you looking for new employees, but hesitant to hire students? Here are three good reasons to consider them for your team.

Researching Employers

Be prepared for anything during your interview

Chances are, they won’t simply be discussing job duties. You should also work to understand the company, its place in the industry and its corporate structure. Hiring managers may be evaluating your candidacy based on how familiar you are with these critical elements, so do your research prior to sitting down with them. Having a firm grasp of the larger picture could move your resume to the top of the pile in a competitive hiring situation.

KNOW THE COMPANY

You should be deeply familiar with the company’s broader goals and strategies, and how everything works in concert toward success. Make sure you’re familiar with its place in the wider business ecosystem, and what challenges come with what it does. Find out as much about the leadership team as is possible, and how they arrived at this point in their career.

Corporate websites often have staff directories that will include biographical information. They will also help you put a name with a face, which could be critical when it’s time for meet-and-greet opportunities. If you can’t find these details online, connect with professional groups in the same field to learn more.

UNDERSTANDING GOALS

Knowing what a company hopes to accomplish and understanding the corporate culture it has created will help you craft better answers when you discuss your own goals for a potential position. It may also give you crucial insight into whether this particular job is right for you, long before you apply.

The best jobs find workers and their employers pushing toward the same shared goals. If everything matches up, sharing those goals will make for a far more satisfying career. If they don’t, you want to know that sooner

DID YOU KNOW?

rather than later. Don’t risk getting stuck in a role that you’ve learned to regret.

LOOKING ELSEWHERE

Don’t forget to look elsewhere, too. Limiting your search to the leadership team could mean missing out on key insights. A deeper dive will help you get a better handle on what’s working for others, gather innovative ideas and important details on what isn’t working in your field. All of it will help you put things in better perspective, before you apply, when you interview, and as you work toward a lengthy tenure with the company.

Most positions receive over 250 applications

How to determine

FREELANCE RATES

Do you do freelance work and find it difficult to determine your rate of pay? Are you afraid of charging too much or too little? Here are a few tips.

DO RESEARCH

The “perfect” rate won’t magically appear on a silver platter. In determining how much to charge your clients, you need to analyze and compare current market prices for similar services. You can get a good idea of the going rate by visiting various websites, posting in discussion forums and talking to professionals in your network.

LIST YOUR EXPENSES

Unlike salaried employees, freelancers must pay for certain business expenses out of pocket. For example, costs like insurance, travel, retirement savings, equipment and rent should be factored into your rate.

PERFORM CALCULATIONS

First, decide how much money you want to bring in each month. Then, add this amount to your monthly business expenses, social security fees and taxes. Finally, set aside a certain amount of money for emergencies, like illness or computer problems.

Once you determine the total you need to earn per month, calculate your hourly rate by dividing this total by the number of hours you work in a month. For example, if you want to charge per document, you must estimate the number of hours required to complete the job and multiply it by your hourly rate.

All that’s left to do is promote your services, write quotes and sign contracts.

THE BENEFITS OF PETS IN THE WORKPLACE

Did you know that an increasing number of companies around the world are allowing their employees to bring their pets to the office? Find out more about this trend – it’s sure to spark conversation around the water cooler!

BENEFITS

There are many benefits to having pets in the workplace. Studies have shown that employees who are allowed to bring their dogs to the office are less stressed, have an increased sense of well-being and are more productive. Being surrounded by dogs and cats also promotes interaction between colleagues and increases job satisfaction.

Additionally, since it creates a more positive perception of the employer, this type of practice can help attract and retain talent.

CONSIDERATIONS

Before implementing a pet policy within your company, educate yourself on the rules of your office, like the terms of your lease, if applicable. It’s also essential to have a discussion with your team to find out if there are any pet-phobic individuals or those who are allergic to animals.

If your office is big enough to introduce the policy, take the appropriate steps to be sure every staff member is comfortable with the situation. Finally, set clear rules about the number and types of animals allowed in the office. Moreover, ensure you’re clear about liability in case of property damage or injury.

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Brook Lane is aleadingprovider of behavioral health services forpeopleofall agesthroughout theMid-Atlantic region. We look forcaringand compassionate staff dedicated to improvingthe healthand wellness of each person we serve.

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NOW HIRING in Frederick and Smithsburg:

• Behavioral Health Specialist

• Teachers

NOWHIRING in Frederick and Smithsburg:

• Registered Nurses

• Licensed Mental Health

• Behavioral Health Specialists

• Therapist (LCSWC, LMSW, LCPC, LGPC) - Sign on bonus

• Teachers

• Registered Nurses

• Licensed Practical Nurses

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• Mental Health Associate

• Licensed Mental Health Therapist (LCSWC, LMSW, LCPC, LGPC)

Visit www.brooklane.org to apply,view job details and comprehensive benefitpackage. Join our Talent Communityinthe Career Center and receive alerts about future jobs.

EOE

Frederick County Government offers many impactful community driven employment opportunties!

Come visit us at the Frederick News-Post job fair to learn more. The following departments will be present to answer your employment questions.

• Sheriff’s Office

• Emergency Communications

• Public Libraries

• Parks and Recreation

• And Human Resources to assist with other employment placement opportunities!

HOW TO EARN A PROMOTION

WHY IT MAKES SENSE

How to contact us: Recruitment@FrederickCountyMD.gov www.FrederickCountyMD.gov/jobs

New challenges, bigger paychecks and growing influences in the office are just some of the reasons why a promotion might make more sense. You also don’t have to pack up and move. At the same time, you have a history with the company, so the hiring manager is already intimately familiar with your abilities and work habits. You may be able to negotiate specific perks that a new hire might not be able to secure. They might not even know to ask.

WHY IT CAN BE DIFFICULT

Moving up in the company affords you all of the benefits of a job change without having to begin again in an unfamiliar setting. But it’s not always easy to climb the proverbial corporate ladder. In fact, according to one CNBC survey, around 40% of American workers said they don’t feel confident in their opportunity to advance in one CNBC survey. Their familiarity with you and your work can be a huge strength, as long as you have been a high performer. That’s why a majority of the respondents to the CNBC survey also said they felt like they could secure the promotion, if ever given the chance.

GETTING PREPARED

You’ll need to arrive with a history of success, including successfully achieving goals like staying on budget or meeting ales quotas. If you haven’t been meeting these basic expectations, it’s not the right time to ask for a promotion. Focus instead on consistent results. In the meantime, start taking on more responsibilities around the office, including helping out with coworker projects or mentoring a newer hire. A solid work ethic and this willingness to help further company goals will help bolster your candidacy.

MAKING YOUR PITCH

Simply asking for a promotion is no guarantee. Be prepared to present your individual case, carefully balancing confidence with a sense of craving new challenges. Be prepared to ask informed questions about the new role, while crafting answers that address the job’s special requirements.

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