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GEN IS MOVING! Job leads will no longer be posted here. Instead, look for our Facebook page, God's Employment Network. Join us there to find job leads, networking opportunities, and news of our meetings. We're free and open to everyone!

Our fall kick-off meeting is Monday, Sept. 19, at 6:15 pm. We'll meet at the Douglas County Library on Selman Drive, behind Douglas County High School. Bring your resume and business cards if you have them. And bring a friend!

Friday, January 29, 2010

Communications coordinator needed for city of Dville

from www.douglasjobs.com:
City of Douglasville Communications Coordinator

Under the general direction of the Information Technology Director, the Communications Coordinator position is an operational, technical and administrative position that includes evaluation, designing and maintaining the electronic communications, computer and networking systems in the City of Douglasville. This position will assist in the operational aspects of information technology for the City of Douglasville.

This position will require a good understanding of Motorola trunking equipment and communication tower and equipment; Ability to operate or conduct emergency shut down of the above equipment during emergency operations; Overall knowledge of IBM computing equipment especially the Iseries 400 and IBM personal computers; Ability to operate personal computers and an Iseries 400 in an Ethernet environment; Knowledge of telecommunications equipment and software as well as knowledge of local Telco carriers and services

Qualifications include an Associate's Degree in Information Technology or related field; or High School diploma or GED and 4 to 6 years related experience. Preferred qualifications include computer training within Iseries 400 environment and Ethernet network management, experience working in local government; Experience in planning, designing, construction, management, and operations of electronic communications and computer equipment.

Salary Grade 63 ($36,093 - $45,478)

A background check and pre-employment physical will be required for this position.

Applications are being accepted in the Human Resources Department at Douglasville City Hall, 6695 Church Street, Douglasville, Ga 30134. A resume and cover letter can be faxed to 770-920-3951 or E-mailed to perryf@ci.douglasville.ga.us. The application deadline is Friday January 29, 2010 at 4:30 p.m.


Contact Information
City of Douglasville
Human Resources
6695 Church Street
Douglasville, GA 30134
Fax: 770-920-3951
Email: perryf@ci.douglasville.ga.us
Website Address: http://www.ci.douglasville.ga.us

Client support specialist needed

from www.douglasjobs.com

Job Description
Douglasville Medical Transcription Company seeks FT Client Support Specialist. Afternoon/evening shift,Tuesday thru Saturday 3pm to 11:30pm

Must have Strong Customer Service Experience

Must be able to effectively operate a computer, fax machine, printer, and copying machine.
Must be able to actively serve the needs of the OSi Operations Management Team as well as fellow coworkers and clients.
Must serve as a role model in professional attitude, knowledge and execution of duties.
Must understand job and possess the ability to perform daily job duties.
Effectively answer multi-line phones with professionalism and courtesy.
Must have superior skill in the operations of software utilized in position of client support specialist.

Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel

Medical Transcription knowledge a plus

No phone calls

To apply: contact Outsourcing Solutions, Inc.
6140 Central Church Road
Douglasville, GA 30135
Email: hr@ositranscription.com
Website Address: http://www.ositranscription.com

Dental treatment coordinator needed

from today's DC Sentinel: "General dentist office in Lithia Springs seeks reliable Treatment Coordinator. Previous exp. req'd. Email dentaljob2010@hotmail.com"

Thursday, January 28, 2010

temp Admin Support in downtown

Thanks, Deb, for sending this:

"One of our clients in the downtown area has a 3-4 week temporary Administrative Support assignment. The pay is $11.50 per hour. The assignment involves making phone calls to customers to follow up on open purchase orders. There may be some research on some items not shipped or that were billed incorrectly. Some purchasing background is preferred for this assignment. There would also would be some faxing, filing, emailing, and mailing P.O.’s and contracts to vendors. Intermediate skills in Excel are required.

If you know someone who might be interested in this position, please ask them to forward me their resume ASAP."

Thanks,
Kim Hunt
Send resumes to: khunt@kinetixhr.com

Wednesday, January 27, 2010

N. Fulton business expo

Thanks for sending this, Marsi:

Great Networking Opportunity - 2010 North Fulton Business Expo
Don’t miss this premier networking event – the 2010 North Fulton Business Expo presented by the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce (GNFCC). Do you represent a business wanting to serve this dynamic and lucrative Metro Atlanta market? Does your business need to increase its revenues? Are you a job seeker looking to make new contacts? If you answered yes to any of these questions, the March 19th expo is the place for you.

This year’s theme is all about generating revenue. It will be showcased in all of the exhibits and seminars helping you to generate leads and make sales. The informative and educational seminars are FREE if you pre-register.

Onsite attendees will be charged $10 to enter the Expo. Space is limited so we strongly encourage you to reserve your seat now.
The North Fulton Business Expo will once again be held at the Marriott Atlanta Apharetta. Additional parking will be arranged should the main parking lot fill up.

•5750 Windward Parkway
•Alpharetta, Georgia 30005 USA
•Phone: 1-770-754-9600
•Fax: 1-770-754-9629
•Toll-free: 1-866-316-7267

The North Fulton Business Expo will be held at the Marriott Atlanta on Windward Parkway in Alpharetta.

Pest Control Job Fair this Friday!!

I wanted to give everyone an update on our job fair on Friday. We are still set to go. I have updated the job listings and pay scales. If you have any questions feel free to email me at darrell@futureservicesinc.com.

Darrell Lee – GPCA
www.gpca.org

Sponsored By: Georgia Pest Control Association

Thanks for your interest in our job fair. There are approximately 1,100 pest control companies across the state employing over 12,000 Georgians and generating over $400 Million in revenue. While many industries have been severely affected by the poor economy, the pest control industry continues to grow each year. The Pest Control Industry is no longer a “mom & pop” business but a Multi BILLION dollar enterprise featuring state of the art products and equipment. Many employees are enjoying great compensation and benefits offered by Pest Management firms. Most companies offer complete benefit packages including; medical, retirement and company vehicles (benefits vary by company & position).

WHERE: GPCA Office 2034 Beaver Ruin road, Norcross, Ga. 30071

WHEN: January 29, 2010 - 10am – 2pm


Job Positions
• Service Technicians
• Salesmen
• Customer Service Reps.
• Mgmt. Trainees
• Other (will vary by company)

Hiring Requirements
• High School Diploma or GED
• Good Driving Record (Driving Positions)
• Able to Pass Criminal Background Check & Drug Screening
• U.S. citizen or alien authorized to work in the U.S.

Hiring Qualifications
• Good Attitude & Communications Skills
• Able to work in outside elements (hot, cold, rain, etc.)
• Not afraid of “pests” (non-office positions)
• Able to Read, Speak, & Comprehend English.


Up to 10 companies are expected to participate. Come prepared to meet and interact with company representatives. Bring your Resume and be prepared to fill out job applications. We look forward to meeting you at the fair.

For more info, contact Darrell Lee at 770-979-8180 or darrell@futureservicesinc.com





Sponsored By: Georgia Pest Control Association

Job Details

The positions outlined below represent the positions most Pest Management companies employ. Keep in mind that while the list below represents most Pest Management firms, position titles and duties may vary by company. The pay scales below are based on a nationwide summary of Pest Management companies in the Southeastern U.S. Region and do not represent the actual pay offerings by participating companies. Most companies WILL train for many of these positions.

Customer Service Representative: Pay Scale: $10.70 - $14.15hr.**
A position that is responsible for answering and responding to incoming calls, for scheduling inspections and service, and for performing a variety of general administrative tasks. Applicants should be able to perform light duty tasks including data entry and good phone etiquette.

Termite Technician (Baiting Systems) Pay Scale: $12.03 - $16.44hr.**
A position that is responsible for providing services that prevent and/or eliminate termite damage and infestation in buildings, homes, and surrounding structures by installing and monitoring baiting stations/systems. Applicants should be able to perform medium duty talks including going into crawl space/enclosed areas.

Termite Technician (Liquid Treatment) Pay Scale: $11.77 - $16.00hr.**
A position that is responsible for providing services that prevent and/or eliminate termite damage and infestation in buildings, homes, and surrounding structures applying conventional liquid termiticides. Applicants should be able to perform medium duty talks including going into crawl space/enclosed areas.

Pest Control Technician Pay Scale: $12.51 – 17.70hr.**
A position that is responsible for pest related services that promote environmental health and safety by preventing unwanted pests in and around residential and commercial areas. The pest technician solves customer problems related to pest prevention and elimination, which can include pesticide application, analysis, and follow up. Applicants should be able to perform medium duty and be willing to work in all outside seasonal weather.

Sales Representatives Pay Scale: $16.43 - $24.08hr. (Commission)
A position that is responsible for soliciting new pest, lawn, or termite customers via creative lead generation, conventional selling, and use of marketing tools. This position will close sales, generate revenue, and increase territory after performing a thorough inspection, educating the consumer, and providing a proposal. Applicants should be able to have good communication skills and perform light duty tasks including going into crawl space/enclosed areas.

**Pay scale averages in the survey include both new and experienced employees and included
base pay, commissions, and bonus.
Additional Positions


Outside Sales
Inside Sales
Commercial Sales
Service Professionals
Service Managers
Management Trainees
Branch Managers
Administrative positions

Lawn Maintenance Technician

Lawn Maintenance Crew Leader

Landscape Installers

Account Managers

Lawn Spray Techs

Telemarketers

Canvassers

Tuesday, January 26, 2010

HR - Office manager in Pendergrass, GA

Trish, thanks for sending this:
Career Opportunity: Human Resources/Office Manager - Reckitt Benckiser - Pendergrass, GA

Requisition Number: 2143 (posted 1/26/10)

Job Description:
GENCO has an opening for a Human Resources/Office Manager at our Reckitt Benckiser Distribution facility located in Pendergrass, Georgia. This facility is a 400k square foot Distribution Center operating 2 shifts with approximately 60 teammates
The position is responsible for:

Administering Human Resource plans and procedures in compliance with corporate direction; assisting in development and implementation of local HR policies and procedures and maintaining the employee handbook and policies and procedures manual
Administering the attendance, compensation, payroll and benefits program; may participate in local wage and benefits surveys
Performing benefits administration to include claims resolution, change reporting, approving invoices for payment, and communicating benefit information to teammates
Conducting recruitment efforts for all exempt and non exempt teammates, and temporary teammates; conducting new-employee orientations; create and place advertising

Developing and maintaining relationships with local clinic, governmental employment services and local HR associations
Conducting investigations with regard to harassment and other violations of GENCO policy and procedures and/or federal, state or local laws and regulations
Maintaining highly confidential information
Handling teammate relations counseling
Leading and ensuring compliance of training programs for hourly and exempt teammates
Assisting in evaluations of reports, decisions, and results of department in relation to established goals
Recommending new approaches, policies, and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of department and service performed
Maintaining HR Information Systems records and compile reports from database
Maintaining compliance with federal and state regulations concerning employment
Overseeing payables for the facility
Supervising staff
Performing other related duties as required


Requirements:

The successful candidate will have:

BA/BS degree in Human Resources or a related field preferred, or a similar combination of education and experience
At least five (5) years of experience administering HR principles and practices in a facility with an employee population of 100 or more
At least five (5) years of experience applying knowledge of local, state and federal labor/employment laws and regulations regarding employment decisions such as hiring, discipline, termination, workers compensation, leave administration, benefits and compensation
Previous payroll processing experience; ADP Enterprise and Kronos experience a plus
At least one (1) year administering accounts payable processing; previous Oracle Financials experience a plus
Excellent coaching, counseling and negotiations skills, along with experience supervising others
Clear and professional written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Bilingual Spanish a plus
Apply at:
http://www.GENiSYS.biz or

https://www1.apply2jobs.com/genco/ProfInt/index.cfm?fuseaction=mInternal.showSearchInterface

Data entry position - part time to full

Thanks, Deb, for this lead:
Location: United States, nationwide
Base Pay: $15,000 - $35,000 /Year
Other Pay:
great benefits, upward mobility
Employee Type:
Part-Time with training progressed to full-time
Industry:
Customer Service/Data entry
Manages Others:
No
Job Type:
Data entry

Post Date:
january/12/2010
Contact Information:
David Shwartz, Human Resources Department
international_dating_hr@gmx.com
US contact number:
(315) 309-0084
International Dating Company inc.


International Dating Company is a dating and business relations agency with more than 1 million constant customers and more than one thousand employees around the world. Our most known projects are www.dating.ru, www.dating.de, www.datinguk.com.
Due to business growth and increased number of US customers we are expanding to North-American market. We are in need of the customer service representative in your State.
This is a wonderful opportunity with job advancement opportunities and strong benefits!

Job Duties for the Representative :

* Represent the Company in your State
* Provide help for international customers (mostly you need to correct business and personal corespondence)
* Review and correct data sheets
* Review and correct personal messages
* Review and correct business messages and texts
* Maintain accurate records are required
* Provide on-going support to customers


Salary and Benefits:

* Salary of $15000 per year (up to $35000 yearly)
* Special benefits: we pay for every document you review
* Flexible working schedule (3-4 hours per day, 2-3 hour for training period)
* Progress to full-time position in office
* Brand awareness/advertising campaign
* Professional orientation, training, and certifications

If you are interested in the position please submit your Detailed Resume and questions in reply. We will reply you in 2-3 business days.

-----------------------------------------------
David Shwartz, Human Resources Department
international_dating_hr@gmx.com
US contact number:
(315) 309-0084
International Dating Company inc.

Customer service needed downtown

One of our clients in the Downtown area is seeking part-time Customer Service Representatives. The pay is $10 per hour. The schedule varies from 17-32 hours per week. CANDIDATES MUST BE ABLE TO WORK FRIDAYS, SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS FROM 9AM-9PM, along with other hours during the week. Candidates who already have a full-time job Monday-Friday during normal business hours will not work for this position, since that usually doesn't allow for them to work other days during the week. The clients hours are 9am-9pm, the more flexibility candidates have with their schedule the better.

Candidates MUST have previous retail experience from a MALL environment.
Candidates must be able to pass a DRUG, CREDIT & criminal screening!
If you know of anyone who might be interested in this position, please ask them to forward me their resume ASAP. slofstrom@kinetixhr.com


Thank you,
Sandy Lofstrom
Kinetix

Free training - Microsoft vouchers for training

Sandra, thanks for this tip. There are Microsoft vouchers available for free training:
http://www.gaworkready.org/elevate_applications

Petco supervisor needed in Braselton

Thanks, Trish, for this Genco job lead:
Supervisor, Petco - Braselton, GA
requisition # : 2141

Job Description: GENCO has an immediate opening for a Supervisor with our GENCO/ Petco facility located in Braselton, GA. This is a 500k square foot facility operating 2 shifts with approximately 160+ teammates.

The Supervisor is responsible for:

Supervising up to 26 teammates
Ensuring/reinforcing the GENCO teammate culture is being fostered in the facility
Assuring attainment of facility production and quality objectives
Facilitating regular safety meetings and assuring the maintenance of a safe work environment
Training/Updating teammates on job functions/procedures
Preparing and reconciling required production and inventory reports
Insuring compliance with GENCO's Core Excellence Program
Implementing process improvement programs utilizing Lean/ Six Sigma methodologies
Providing assistance for the Operations and/or General Manager on special projects as required.


Requirements: The successful candidate will have:

A BA/BS degree in Logistics or related discipline or equivalent combination of education and work experience required
One (1) plus years experience in a supervisory capacity preferred
Excellent organizational and analytical skills
Prioritization and problem solving skills essential
Must have excellent communication skills, both written and oral, and the ability to effectively interact with GENCO customers and teammates
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications required
Previous WMS/ RF or related experience is preferred
Experience with Six Sigma or Lean methodologies and/or Green Belt certification preferred
Must have ability to remain flexible in a dynamic work environment.

Teammates should apply/submit your resume by visiting the GENCO intranet at http://www.GENiSYS.biz or https://www1.apply2jobs.com/genco/ProfInt/index.cfm?fuseaction=mInternal.showSearchInterface

Career and job fair at Gift of Love

Thanks, Debbie, for this info:

Career & Job Fair 2010

Be a part of... “WE” (Women Entrepreneurs)

"Overall, the economy is improving. However, the rate of unemployment in the state of Georgia is still very high. If you are currently seeking employment, considering a career change, or looking for entrepreneurial opportunities, Then add this event to your “to do list”.

When: Wednesday Feb. 24, 2010
Where: “A Gift Of Love” 3870 Longview Dr., Douglasville GA.
Time: 10:00am-2:00pm

Employers from through out the area, will be on hand to:

•Accept applications • Screen for future positions • and to offer
new career options / opportunities

Noted financial advisor and author, Cathy Hankinson, will also
be on hand, to autograph and give away copies of her new book,
“How to Win the Interview and Land the Job”

For more information, please contact
Trudy Holdman @ (678)949-8454
trudyholman@yahoo.com or
Melissa Turner @ (404)787-2853
Melissa_turner@mindspring.com

AT and T After Hours network event

You are invited to join us this Thursday, January 28th from 4pm-6pm for the AT&T Business After Hours sponsored by Agents Connie Klingensmith and Rollins Walker with American Family Insurance. The event will be held at Carrabba's Italian Grill located at 2700 Chapel Hill Road - Douglasville, 30135. Chamber members and guests will be treated to exceptional networking opportunities and incredible door prizes topped off by delicious appetizers and free drinks provided by Carrabba's Italian Grill. The AT&T Business After Hours is free for Chamber member representatives and $20 for non-members.
Sources to check for employment services, job fairs, resumes, and more:

http://employmentseeker.net/South_Fulton.html


http://employmentseeker.net/North_Cobb.html

Job fair, Feb. 10, in Atlanta

Thanks, Jenny, for telling us about this job fair:

Wednesday, February 10, 10am-2pm

Crowne Plaza Atlanta - Ravinia
4355 Ashford Dunwoody Rd.
Atlanta, GA 30346

Dress to impress! Your first impression is critical when job seeking. Men should wear their best suit with a tie, and matching dress shoes. Women should wear their best jacket with matching skirt or pants and shoes. Admittance may be denied to anyone wearing shorts, jeans, flip flops or other inappropriate attire.

Bring plenty of copies of your resume printed on quality paper. Even if you do not bring a resume, be certain to have a portfolio or briefcase with notebook or legal pad and pens.

Free Parking and Admission

*Dates and location subject to change up to 15 business days before event.
http://atlanta.jobnewsusa.com/JobSeeker/JobFairs/ViewJobFairs.aspx

Monday, January 25, 2010

from Jobseekers of Peachtree City - encouragement

JobSeekers of Peachtree City
Helping People Find Good Jobs, Close to Home, in Minimum Time

Get out and about. Come to JobSeekers this week. Bring a friend.
If you're not looking, forward this message to someone who needs it.

In This Issue
1. Inspiration: To Get Better Results, Be Your Authentic Self
2. Success Story: God Blesses Manuel with Dream Job that Came from Nowhere
3. This Week's Meeting: Looking for Hippos
4. Networking: ABC from 10:15 to 11:30
5. Job Leads: Leads and Links in South Metro Atlanta
6. Contact: Chaplain and Ship's Crew
7. Donate: You Could Help Save a Career, a Home or Even a Marriage

JobSeekers of PTC Website | JobSeekers of PTC on LinkedIn

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1. Inspiration: To Get Better Results, Be Your Authentic Self
One of the themes in my teaching and writing in the past few years has been to "be your authentic self." The more authentic you are, the better results you will get. I have experienced this myself, in both my personal and business life. You will get better results too.

Rick Warren writes about authenticity in his inspirational book, The Purpose Driven Life:

"Of course, being authentic requires both courage and humility. It means facing our fear of exposure, rejection and being hurt again. Why would anyone take such a risk? Because it is the only way to grow spiritually and be emotionally healthy. The Bible says, 'Make this your common practice: confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you can live together whole and healed.' We only grow by taking risks, and the most difficult risk of all is to be honest with ourselves and with others (p. 140, the scripture is James 5:16a from The Message)."

I have a vision of JobSeekers having small group meetings throughout the week; we've taken steps in this direction. After the JobSeeker meeting on Friday mornings, one-fourth to one-half of us meet at the Atlanta Bread Company for a very informal gathering. I hear that many of you meet at other times during the week.

My vision also includes support groups meeting at some of the local churches as well – not for a big, formal meeting, but instead for the heart-to-heart relationship building that takes place during some of the more difficult days of our lives. We have just started a pilot at First Baptist in Peachtree City, and another church is talking about doing it as well.

Here's more from Warren's book: "People wear masks, keep their guard up and act as if everything is rosy in their lives. These attitudes are the death of fellowship (p. 140)."

If you want to see a textbook example of this, go to a little league baseball game and listen to the dads and coaches talk to one another. In Wild at Heart, John Eldredge calls these men 'posers.' He says, "Most of what you encounter when you meet a man is a façade, an elaborate fig leaf, a brilliant disguise (p. 52)." I'd rather sit by myself than witness their puffed-up pride and listen to their braggadocio.

By the way, I am not immune to this; I'm trying to overcome my human condition every single day. I confess that I am guilty of 'posing' every now and then.

Friends, if you are out and about, put your game face on. Be positive and energetic. Smile. "Fake it 'til you make it," as they say. But let me make this strong recommendation: don't fake it with your close friends, with God, or with yourself. First, be honest with yourself. Then be honest with God and with your closest advisors. We are here to help, or just to listen.

One of the reasons I enjoy what I do is that I get to meet with and help people when they are more in touch with their authentic selves. The loss of a job and the challenges that come with a career transition can remove several layers of pretense!

I get frustrated with the few clients who keep secrets from me. How am I supposed to help them when they don't lay all their cards on the table? They experience negative consequences like longer job searches, lower pay or less-than-satisfying jobs because they withheld information that I need to know in order to help them.

Which cards are you holding back? What do you need to disclose to your three closest advisors? What secrets are you keeping from God? (You're not doing a very good job on that one!) Think about it. Pray about it. Then do something about it.

See you tomorrow at JobSeekers, the place where we can be our authentic selves!

Copyright © 2010 / Dave O'Farrell / All Rights Reserved

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2. Success Story: God Blesses Manuel with Dream Job that Came from Nowhere
We love to hear from you when you land a new position. Please write and let us know how you found your job, what you learned from the experience, and how JobSeekers helped you.

Like me, Norma Manual is a career coach and an outplacement consultant. Three months ago she hired O'Farrell Career Management to reenergize her campaign. (Notice that the career coach needed a career coach; I used one myself 10 years ago when I was in the midst of a transition. We all need wise counsel.)

During the previous 17 months, she'd been doing consulting work, but was having a hard time getting back into a full-time job. That's where OCM came in. Norma landed her new job on the strength of a referral, a powerful résumé and one simple telephone interview. When she started her new job on Tuesday, she met her boss face-to-face for the first time.

Norma has been a real blessing to me. She's served on our board of directors, helped many people at JobSeekers of PTC, and she has given me encouragement when I've been down. I remember one letter she wrote to me exactly three years ago when I was freaking out. What a blessing that was.

She is the founder of College Park Job Seekers. I was their guest speaker on January 2nd and heard her good news as I sat in the audience. Good luck and God bless you Norma!

- - - - - - -

Dear Dave,

It was my desire to give this testimony and JobSeekers in person. But things happened very quickly after I accepted my new position. I want you to share some thoughts from my job search that may be helpful to some.

What a "journey" this has been for me, my husband and my family. Dave you have been a real blessing to me. In the end, my husband (recently laid off by Georgia-Pacific) and I have become more compassionate towards each other and have been humbled by this experience, which I hope will make us better people in the long run.

After months of preparation, networking with pure strangers and a zillion drafts of my resume, God did all the "heavy lifting." Even the final formal telephone panel interview, with notes in hand, marketing statements ready (which Dave helped me with) and pencils sharp, it turned out to be a one-on-one discussion where no hard questions were actually asked; instead the interviewer wanted to sell me on the opportunity.

The door God has opened is absolutely amazing. Here are some highlights:

After 20 months of unemployment, which includes some off-and-on consulting work, God has blessed me with my dream job – a job I did not know existed and one I did not apply for. Nevertheless, I have accepted an offer to join the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, in the newly formed Trade Office as a Trade Investigator.

This new opportunity promises to utilize my prior corporate outplacement background along with my maturity (their words, not mine) – and my management, strategic planning, training and writing skills.

I'm thrilled to join this close-knit team where I can continue to grow my career at the federal level. They are bringing me on during a time when they have been asked to move from a "division" to a federal office. In other words, the door has opened just when this group will be experiencing a complete reorganization – and they have asked me to come aboard for the ride!

The only unexpected turn of events is that my husband and I will be relocating near my eldest daughter to the Washington, DC area (at least for the next four years). My youngest daughter will be leasing our home in Henry County. Our two little grandsons in Virginia are excited beyond words.

I want to thank each of you for your continued support and encouragement through out this long process. Here are a few lessons I have learned that may be helpful to others:

1. God is God and I am not.

2. God loves me and has plans for my life; wonderful plans.

3. God does not use a "watch" but rather a "compass."

4. God is MORE concerned about the journey than the job.

5. God has wonderful plans for all of us as we navigate this journey of faith.

If you are like me, you will find solace and encouragement from Ephesians 3:20 which states in part: "God is able to do exceedingly MORE than you can ask or IMAGINE." He has certainly proven that to me.

Finally, noted writer Joseph Campbell wrote, "we must be willing to give up the life we had planned in order to gain the life that's waiting for us." So, our adventure begins...

Please remember to support the team at College Park Job Seekers and let's stay in touch.

I will think of you and smile while in my Friday morning meetings... and they will just have to wonder why. Know God is using you in a wonderful way in HIS service. Give my regards and special hugs to Linda, Michelle and my other good buddies. We have all come a long way baby. Stay encouraged; look for my occasional note on job stuff, entitled "From the Hill."

Love to each of you,

Norma Manuel

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3. This Week's Meeting: Looking for Hippos
Hippos are one of the key elements that determine how soon you find work and how successful you are in your job search. Hippos are also critical to sales people, sales managers, executives and entrepreneurs. Come tomorrow and learn how to find and execute "hippos."

Who: All are welcome; the topics are targeted for professionals, managers and executives.

What: JobSeekers is a nondenominational career ministry.

When: Friday mornings from 7:30 to 10:00 am.

Where: First Baptist Church in Peachtree City; 208 Willow Bend Road.

Why: We work with you to find a job, and we walk with you on your journey of faith.

Attire: Business casual.

Agenda: 7:30 coffee / 7:45 welcome and devotional / 8:10 introductions and announcements / 8:45 job search training module / 10:00 adjourn to the Atlanta Bread Company

We look forward to seeing you on Friday!

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4. Networking
Atlanta Bread Company

After the JobSeekers meeting, we go to the ABC from 10:15 to 11:30 for an informal gathering. There's no agenda; we just have fellowship and help each other out.

Newnan First UMC Job Networking Ministry

Come join us at our next meeting on Tuesday 9 February 6:00 PM.

Meetings are always held the second Tuesday of each month in the Parish Hall of Newnan First United Methodist Church. The church is located at 33 Greenville Street in Newnan. You may reach them by telephone at 770-253-7400 or click here and select "Job Network" under "Resources" on the left side of the home page. We look forward to seeing you there.

College Park Job Seekers

Have a family member, friend or neighbor concerned that they may lose their job, and they cannot take time off to attend a job seekers group? Attend the College Park Job Seekers Group which meets the first Saturday in every month from 9:00 am – 11:30 am. The next meeting is Saturday 6 February. This is a community service of Living Hope Christian Fellowship, 5885 Mallory Road, College Park, Georgia 770-306-9922.

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5. Job Leads
For Employers

Our goal is to help our members find good jobs, close to home, in minimum time. Most of our members are salaried employees from the professional, technical and supervisory level all the way up to general managers and other senior executives. If you have a job lead with the three criteria below let us know.

Please send a brief position profile and tell us how you would like to be contacted. We run the lead for three weeks unless we hear from you to remove or extend the listing.

This service is FREE!

1. The position is salaried; or it is a higher-level hourly position

2. The job is located on this side of Atlanta, especially in Fayette or Coweta County

3. The compensation is not 100% commission-based; this includes MLM's

If your job lead meets these criteria, please submit it before noon on Wednesday.

For JobSeekers

Leads are updated each week, or when I get a chance! Please forgive me if they are a little out of date. Click on this link (or copy-and-paste the following one into your browser) to view this week's jobs:



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Medical front office job in Buckhead

Thanks, Allison, for this lead:
position: Medical Front Office - Immediate Opening – Upscale Practice - Buckhead
Location: Atlanta, GA – close to Piedmont Hospital

Salary: $14.00 to $15.00/hr

This well known high profile physician practice has 7 providers. They are seeking a very professional front office person to join their team. The commitment to patients at this HIGH PROFILE practice is simple: Expert care and human touch. Patients deserve more than “just” expertise, so they combine their knowledge with genuine concern for patients by taking extra time to explain medical conditions or answering concerns. They go the extra mile.

This practice is looking for people interested in a long -term opportunity.

Roles and Responsibilities:
greeting patients, insurance verification, scheduling, checking patients in, and filing & pulling charts.

Job requirements:

Must have a minimum of 2 years CURRENT experience working as a medical front office professional
MUST have CLEAN CREDIT & MVR, pass a criminal background and 10-panel drug screen
Check in patients in a warm, friendly and professional manner
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Good computer knowledge and data entry skills
Energetic team player
Must be able to build rapport with physicians and have a high degree of patient sensitivity
Must take initiative and have an outgoing personality

How to Respond:

If you are interested in this position and meet the above requirements, please answer the following questions and provide me with the best number to reach you.

1. Please write a brief paragraph describing your duties in a physician office or medical facility and describe the culture of the office as it relates to patient care.

2. How long have you worked in the medical field and what facility or practice did you work the longest at? How many years?

3. What is most important to you in your next job?

4. What part of Atlanta do you live in?

5. A “Credit Check” is required prior to client interview. Do you have any outstanding liens, bankruptcies, foreclosure, or accounts in collections?

6. Criminal Background, Motor Vehicle and Drug checks are required prior to start: Will you pass a criminal background check and a drug screen? What is going to show up on your motor vehicle / driver license check (e.g. speeding ticket, etc.)?

I look forward to your email response! Thank you for your interest!
ONLY QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

Thank you,

Dianne Boudreau
The Mahone Group, Inc.
dianne@mahongroup.com
www.mahonegroup.com

Career Center in Douglasville

Thanks, Jenny, for pointing out that "The Career Resource Center is in the old courthouse in downtown Douglasville. They are the one-stop-shop for our county- funding with workforce money. They have computers where people can search for jobs, and can connect to Department of Labor. They have some funding to send people to training- they are open to public- you don’t have to have an appointment. They are closed on Wednesdays."

Hall County seeks drug court case manager

JOB TITLE: Hall County Drug Court Case Manager

DEPARTMENT: Administrative Office of the Courts

DIVISION: Court Administration

JOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible for providing administrative, clerical, and case management support to the Drug Court Program Coordinator. Answers phones and routes calls to office staff; Finalizes executive correspondence; Updates and maintains accurate phone lists; Prepares, updates and maintains offender files in orderly manner; Maintains databases for Drug Court Program; Provides necessary information to treatment providers and probation services; Obtains necessary information from treatment providers and probation services for the maintenance of accurate, up-to-date records; Schedules community service work for participants; Requisitions, receives and distributes supplies, printing, or other related services; Responsible for maintenance of fees in Program; Maintains confidentiality of all offenders and office information as required by federal rule; Maintains and updates Community Policing Logbook; Other duties as assigned.


Primary Duties:
- Answers phones and routes calls to office staff
- Finalizes executive correspondence
- Updates and maintains accurate phone lists
- Prepares, updates and maintains offender files in orderly manner
- Maintains databases for Drug Court
- Works closely with child support recovery to facilitate proper allocation/distribution of payments as needed
- Oversee drug screening process, to include recording information, reading information accurately and reporting results to team
- Primary Case Manager for Early Intervention Program
- Primary Case Manager for Residential placements of participants
- Liaison to DFCS in reporting drug screen results
- Responsible for maintenance of participant fee database accurately and timely
- Provides necessary information to treatment providers and probation services
- Obtains necessary information from treatment providers and probation services for the maintenance of accurate, up-to-date records
- Schedules participant community service appointments efficiently
- Provides accurate reports to the Administrative Office of the Court to facilitate fulfillment of grant objectives
- Maintains confidentiality of all offenders and office information as required by federal rule
- Other duties as assigned

Court Administration: Provides administrative assistance to the Coordinator who is charged with orchestrating multi-faceted services required to ensure maximum efficiency of operation in the Program. Attend all status review meetings, reporting on caseload progress to Team; in court, update spreadsheets/database per court session reporting; assign community service work to participants per sanctioning by Judge.

Office Management: Establishes and maintains accurate, orderly office files. Tracks the progress of certain programs related to the department function, to include:
 Loading statistics into a computer.
 Reporting statistics on a regular basis to supervisor.
Maintains internal reports; attends meetings; records and reports on the proceedings.

Fiscal Administration: Receives and distributes supplies and other related services. Responsible for maintenance of fees in the Program, including maintaining spreadsheet of individual participant progress/lack of progress in payments; recording deposits on rolling tape and delivering to Receptionist for verification of total and deposit of funds by Receptionist per Treatment Services policy.

Case Flow Management: Creates and maintains accurate files on all participants referred to the Hall County Drug Court program. Tracks all Early Intervention and Residential participants from beginning involvement to completion/ termination from their level of referral accurately. Provides updated information regarding non-compliant offenders to Team. Maintains high level of confidentiality in the office as per Federal Regulations.

Strategic Planning/Information Management: Assist in developing the capacity to deliver information to decision-makers at critical events. Inform court system employees of events that are outside performance measures established by court and triggering the appropriate means of intervention.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: General knowledge of county organizational structure and basic operations. Demonstrated proficiency in oral and written communications. Extensive experience and skill in developing effective working relationships with other departments and the general public. Demonstrated skill in developing and maintaining positive customer relations. Extensive skill in operating a personal computer, various software applications, Internet, multimedia programs, calculator and typewriter.

Supervisory Controls: Incumbent must perform duties without extensive supervision. Work is assigned in general terms, requiring the incumbent to determine the process by which the work should be completed. Adheres to standing instructions for recurring work:
 Most routine work is not reviewed or monitored
 New assignments are reviewed for the nature and propriety of the final results of the work.
 All work that affects office policy must be reviewed.
 All executive level memorandum/communications will need to be reviewed and signed by coordinator prior to issuance.

Guidelines: Written guidelines include relevant department operating procedure manuals, and/or policy memorandum, O.C.G.A., The Uniform Rules for the State Courts, Uniform Rules for the Superior Courts, Uniform Transfer Rules, and the Hall County Civil Service Regulations. In addition, there are a variety of guides developed through the Office of the Court Administrator. Most of the guidelines are specific, but require some interpretation and application to individual situations.

Complexity: The work ranges from low/medium level of tasks to providing complex, extensive and professional work for entire segments of the Administrative Office of the Courts. In addition, the work of this position involves performing various secretarial and accounting duties. A high degree of time management skills will be necessary in this job.

Scope and Effect: The purpose of the work is to perform various clerical, administrative, fiscal, and low-level managerial duties needed to provide multi-faceted support to the program coordinator. Successful implementation of the work results in the generation of executive-level correspondence and a myriad of other items as determined by the director. The work product or service provided by the incumbent affects the accuracy, reliability, or acceptability of further process or services from Drug Court. Successful implementation of the work can result in the continuance of funding and the incumbent will provide a vital role in the rehabilitation of persons in the community. Errors in this area will be problematic in relation to continued funding and the ability of the Drug Court to successfully change the way that the criminal justice system deals with offenders with a substance related problem.

Personal Contacts: Contacts are typically with coworkers, staffs of superior court and state court judges, district attorney, solicitor, pretrial services, probation services, treatment providers, county agencies, and the general public.

Purpose of Contacts: Contacts are typically to obtain, clarify, or give facts of information and to provide services.

Physical Demands: Although the physical demands are not stringent, incumbent must be capable of receiving and delivering supplies to the office.

Work Environment: Work is primarily performed in an office setting, though there will be time spent in court and in the community.

Supervisory Responsibility: No direct supervisory duties are assigned.

Performance: It is hoped that this job description will be utilized as a tool to understand the minimum performance requirements in this job and that the employee will go beyond what is outlined here in the performance of their duties. The failure to fulfill these minimum performance requirements may lead to disciplinary action, up to and including the termination of employment.

Minimum Qualifications: Education requirements include graduation from high school, bachelor’s degree in related field preferred. Typing skills of 47 wpm with 97% accuracy. Experiential requirements include three continuous years of secretarial experience and any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge and skills.

To apply contact:
Debbie Mott
Director, Treatment Services
Northeastern Judicial Circuit (Hall & Dawson Counties)
720 Main Street, Suite E
Gainesville, GA 30506
770-536-3837
770-536-1023 (fax)

Hall County seeking drug counselor

JOB TITLE: Hall County Drug Court Counselor
DEPARTMENT: Administrative Office of the Courts
DIVISION: Court Administration

JOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible for managing a treatment caseload in the Drug Court Program. This person will provide support and professional guidance for the treatment staff, and gives staff recommendations to the Drug Court Team. The Counselor will provide for alcohol and drug treatment specific training to the Drug Court team and clinical staff. This position maintains a caseload and performs all of the duties and responsibilities of a counselor.

Primary Duties:
- Making ongoing recommendations regarding adjustments to the treatment model
- Assist in the continuing development of Drug Court Program
- Works w/Lead Counselor to set weekly agenda for Clinical Staffing of participants and facilitate this meeting
- Provide oversight for the development of improvements in the assessment and placement process
- Assists in the collection of such data and research as needed to facilitate the most current and effective treatment possible utilizing available resources
- Provides support and professional guidance to the clinical treatment staff
- Responsible for daily clinical operations such as case flow, treatment planning, referrals, placements and participant progress of their caseload
- Assists in curriculum development and implementation
- Provide for alcohol/drug treatment specific training to the Program Teams and Staff
- Encourage and facilitate clinical staff development through workshop attendance and other training opportunities both within the Programs and the outside therapeutic community
- Conduct alcohol/drug assessments for the Courts
- Maintain accreditation/licensure or be actively seeking same
- Other duties as required

Court Administration: Participates in the weekly Drug Court session, providing appropriate information to the Judge and Team during the Court session. Participates in weekly Drug Court Status Review meetings, providing spreadsheet on all participants on his/her caseload with updated information to allow effective Court processing of participants. May be required to conduct alcohol and drug assessments and make placement recommendations.

Office Management: Must be able to type, maintain files relevant to case management, maintain up-to-date participant records and referral lists and be able to utilize computer systems relevant to this process. Establishes and maintains a file plan that aids in efficient retrieval of office files. Researches data from files and other sources for routine inquiries or for the preparation of reports.

Fiscal Administration: Has no direct fiscal responsibilities unless specifically assigned by Coordinator following approval by Director.

Case Management: Responsible for the maintenance of participant records including:
- Orientation
- Assessments
- Progress Notes
- Treatment Planning
- Discharge Planning
- Monitoring of participant compliance to program requirements
- Crisis Intervention and Referral Processes
- Leads therapy groups, conducts individual sessions, observes and tests urine drug screens and other counselor duties as required

Community Relations and Public Information: Is involved in community education process as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Extensive knowledge of therapeutic techniques utilized in treatment of addiction. Ability to administer, score and interpret assessment tools utilized in all programs. Ability to facilitate large or small therapy groups, provide educational lectures, conduct individual therapy sessions with participants and/or family members. Able to provide effective referrals/placements based on sound clinical judgment. Displays understanding of dual diagnosis and its affect on the treatment process for both staff and participants. Able to arrange for workshops to help staff and the problem solving court teams further understand the treatment and recovery processes. Ability to assist in marketing the programs in the community. General knowledge of county organizational structures and basic operations. Demonstrated proficiency in oral and written communications. Extensive experience and skill in developing effective working relationships with other departments and the general public. Demonstrated skill in developing and maintaining positive customer relations. Extensive skill in operating a personal computer, various software applications, internet and multimedia programs.

Supervisory Controls: Incumbent must perform duties without extensive supervision.

Guidelines: Written guidelines include relevant department operating procedure manuals, and/or policy memorandum, O.C.G.A., The Uniform Rules for the State Courts, Uniform Rules for the Superior Courts, Uniform Transfer Rules, and the Hall County Civil Service Regulations. In addition, there are a variety of guides developed through the Office of the Court Administrator. Most of the guidelines are specific, but require some interpretation and application to individual situations.

Complexity: The work ranges from low/medium level of tasks to providing complex, extensive and professional work for entire segments of the Administrative Office of the Courts. In addition, the work of this position involves the need for a high degree of time management skills.
Scope and Effect: The purpose of the work is to help facilitate effective treatment to offenders that will lessen recidivism and promote social success. Successful implementation of the work results in the generation of less law enforcement contacts with program participants and less monetary costs to the Judicial System. A successful Clinical Supervisor will enhance the work environment, promoting successful advancement of co-workers and the restoration of family relationships in the community.
Personal Contacts: Contacts are typically with coworkers, staffs of superior court and state court judges, district attorney, solicitor, pretrial services, probation services, treatment providers, county agencies, and the general public.

Purpose of Contacts: Contacts are typically to obtain, clarify, or give facts of information and to provide services.

Physical Demands: Although the physical demands are not stringent, incumbent must be capable of receiving and delivering supplies to the office.

Work Environment: Work is primarily performed in an office setting, though there will be time spent in court and in the community.

Supervisory Responsibility: No direct supervisory responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications: Education requirements include Bachelors Degree in related field, Masters Degree preferred. Typing skills of 47 wpm with 97% accuracy. Experiential requirements include at least five years of substance abuse treatment experience with two years of supervisory experience or any combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and skills.

To apply:

Debbie Mott
Director, Treatment Services
Northeastern Judicial Circuit (Hall & Dawson Counties)
720 Main Street, Suite E
Gainesville, GA 30506
770-536-3837
770-536-1023 (fax)

Hall County -Drug court clinical supv/lead counselor needed

JOB TITLE: Drug Court Clinical Supervisor/Lead Counselor
DEPARTMENT: Administrative Office of the Courts
DIVISION: Court Administration/Drug Court

JOB SUMMARY: This position has responsible for clinical component of the Drug
Court Program and reports directly to the Drug Court Coordinator. This person will provide support and professional guidance for the treatment staff. The Clinical Supervisor will provide alcohol and drug treatment specific training to the Drug Court team and clinical staff. This position also maintains a caseload and performs all of the duties and responsibilities of the Lead
Counselor.

Primary Duties:
- Assists Drug Court Coordinator in making recommendations regarding adjustments to the treatment model
- Assist in the development of new services as the treatment network adds additional populations
- Assist Coordinator in the development of improvements in the assessment and placement process
- Assists in the collection of such data and research as needed to facilitate the most current and effective treatment possible utilizing available resources
- Provides support and professional guidance to the clinical treatment staff
- Conducts regular appraisals of therapeutic skills and effectiveness of all clinical staff
- Provides individual supervision on therapeutic techniques for all clinical staff
- Facilitates trainings on treatment issues
- Oversee implementation of journaling process for participants
- Oversee Residential placement process
- Conduct initial orientation for new participants
- Assists in curriculum development and implementation
- Provides alcohol/drug treatment specific training to the Program Teams and Staff
- Encourage and facilitate clinical staff development through workshop attendance and other training opportunities both within the Programs and the outside therapeutic community
- Provide clinical support for DUI Court/Court Services staff in the absence of the Director and Drug Court Coordinator
- Maintains a caseload that includes all duties of regular counselor
- May be required to conduct alcohol/drug assessments for the Courts
- Maintain accreditation/licensure
- Assists in community outreach process
- Other duties as required

Court Administration: Participates in the weekly Drug Court session, providing appropriate information to the Drug Court Judge and Team during the Court session. Participates in weekly Drug Court Status Review meetings, providing spreadsheet on all participants on his/her caseload with updated information to allow effective Court processing of participants. May be required to conduct alcohol and drug assessments and make placement recommendations.

Clinical Supervisory Responsibilities: Provides group skills training, dual diagnosis recognition and treatment training, treatment plan development training, record-keeping training, individual therapy skills training, curriculum delivery training, cultural diversity trainings and other trainings as needed. Encourages and/or facilitates clinical staff development through workshop attendance and other outside training opportunities as they are available. Conducts regular appraisals of clinical staff therapeutic skills in conjunction with Drug Court Coordinator and Program Director. Provides support and professional guidance, including individual supervision on therapeutic issues, for clinical staff. Encourage staff to seek certification/licensures that will benefit both staff and program. Makes ongoing recommendations regarding adjustments to the treatment model and process. Collects data and research to support improvements in program process. Assist in development of On-Call process. Oversee implementation of journaling process for participants. Oversee initial Residential Placement process for participants referred to residential programs. Conduct initial orientation for new participants. May be required to conduct assessments and make placement recommendations in all programs. Maintains personal accreditation/licensure.

Office Management: Must be able to type, maintain files relevant to case management, maintain up-to-date participant records and referral lists and be able to utilize computer systems relevant to this process. Establishes and maintains a file plan that aids in efficient retrieval of office files. Researches data from files and other sources for routine inquiries or for the preparation of reports.

Fiscal Administration: Has no direct fiscal responsibilities.

Case Management: Responsible for the maintenance of participant records including:
- Orientation
- Assessments
- Progress Notes
- Treatment Planning
- Discharge Planning
- Monitoring of participant compliance to program requirements
- Crisis Intervention and Referral Processes
- Leads therapy groups, conducts individual sessions, observes and tests urine drug screens and other case manager duties as required

Community Relations and Public Information: Is involved in community education process as assigned. Participates in Advisory Team meetings and Steering Committee meetings. Assists Coordinator in outreach and fundraising efforts.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Extensive knowledge of therapeutic techniques utilized in treatment of addiction. Ability to administer, score and interpret assessment tools utilized in all programs. Ability to facilitate large or small therapy groups, provide educational lectures, conduct individual therapy sessions with participants and/or family members. Able to provide effective referrals/placements based on sound clinical judgment. Displays understanding of dual diagnosis and its affect on the treatment process for both staff and participants. Able to conduct workshops to help staff and the problem solving court teams further understand the treatment and recovery processes. Ability to assist in marketing the programs in the community. General knowledge of county organizational structures and basic operations. Demonstrated proficiency in oral and written communications. Extensive experience and skill in developing effective working relationships with other departments and the general public. Demonstrated skill in developing and maintaining positive customer relations. Extensive skill in operating a personal computer, various software applications, internet and multimedia programs.

Supervisory Controls: Incumbent must perform duties without extensive supervision.

Guidelines: Written guidelines include relevant department operating procedure manuals, and/or policy memorandum, O.C.G.A., The Uniform Rules for the State Courts, Uniform Rules for the Superior Courts, Uniform Transfer Rules, and the Hall County Civil Service Regulations. In addition, there are a variety of guides developed through the Office of the Court Administrator. Most of the guidelines are specific, but require some interpretation and application to individual situations.

Complexity: The work ranges from low/medium level of tasks to providing complex, extensive and professional work for entire segments of the Administrative Office of the Courts. In addition, the work of this position involves the need for a high degree of time management skills.

Scope and Effect: The purpose of the work is to help facilitate effective treatment to offenders that will lessen recidivism and promote social success. Successful implementation of the work results in the generation of less law enforcement contacts with program participants and less monetary costs to the Judicial System. A successful Clinical Supervisor will enhance the work environment, promoting successful advancement of co-workers and the restoration of family relationships in the community.
Personal Contacts: Contacts are typically with coworkers, staffs of superior court and state court judges, district attorney, solicitor, pretrial services, probation services, treatment providers, county agencies, and the general public

Purpose of Contacts: Contacts are typically to obtain, clarify, or give facts of information and to provide services.

Physical Demands: Although the physical demands are not stringent, incumbent must be capable of receiving and delivering supplies to the office.

Work Environment: Work is primarily performed in an office setting, though there will be time spent in court and in the community.

Supervisory Responsibility: Provides direct clinical supervision to the clinical staff. Provides effective feedback to clinical staff to increase therapy skills and enhance their employment. Other supervisory responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: Education requirements include Bachelors Degree in related field, Masters Degree preferred. Typing skills of 47 wpm with 97% accuracy. Experiential requirements include at least five years of S.A. treatment experience with two years of supervisory experience or any combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and skills. Must be a credentialed Certified Addictions Counselor and/or a Licensed Professional Counselor with current accreditation and/or licensure, or be eligible for accreditation/licensure.

To apply:

Debbie Mott
Director, Treatment Services
Northeastern Judicial Circuit (Hall & Dawson Counties)
720 Main Street, Suite E
Gainesville, GA 30506
770-536-3837
770-536-1023 (fax)

Drug court coordinator wanted for Hall County

Our thanks to Jenny M., for sending 4 new job posts this morning. Here is the first:

JOB TITLE: Drug Court Coordinator
DEPARTMENT: Administrative Office of the Courts
DIVISION: Court Administration

JOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible for day-to-day operations of the Drug Court Program and reports directly to the Assistant Director. This person will provide support and professional guidance for the treatment staff, regular appraisals of their therapeutic skills and effectiveness, and gives staff
recommendations to the Assistant Director and Drug Court team. This position also maintains a caseload and performs all of the duties and responsibilities of a Drug Court Counselor.

Primary Duties:
- Making ongoing recommendations regarding adjustments to the treatment model
- Assist in the development and implementation of On-Call procedures
- Set weekly agenda for Clinical Staffing of participants and facilitate this meeting
- Assist in the development of new services as the treatment network adds additional populations
- Provide oversight for the development of improvements in the assessment and placement process
- Assists in the collection of such data and research as needed to facilitate the most current and effective treatment possible utilizing available resources
- Provides support and professional guidance to the clinical treatment staff
- Conducts regular appraisals of therapeutic skills and effectiveness of all clinical staff
- Provides some individual supervision on therapeutic techniques for all clinical staff
- Gives staffing recommendations to the Program Director and Problem Solving Court Teams
- Primary administrator of daily clinical operations such as case flow, treatment planning, referrals, placements and participant progress
- Assists in curriculum development and implementation
- Provide for alcohol/drug treatment specific training to the Program Teams and Staff
- Encourage and facilitate clinical staff development through workshop attendance and other training opportunities both within the Programs and the outside therapeutic community
- Provide clinical support for DUI Court/Court Services staff in the absence of the Director
- Maintains a caseload that includes all duties of regular counselor
- Facilitate drug screening process for Drug Court, including calling of colors schedule and implementation
- May be required to conduct alcohol/drug assessments for the Courts
- Maintain accreditation/licensure or be actively seeking same
- Other duties as required

Court Administration: Participates in the weekly Drug Court session, providing appropriate information to the Drug Court Judge and Team during the Court session. Participates in weekly Drug Court Status Review meetings, providing spreadsheet on all participants on his/her caseload with updated information to allow effective Court processing of participants. May be required to conduct alcohol and drug assessments and make placement recommendations.

Clinical Supervisory Responsibilities: Provide for group skills training, dual diagnosis recognition and treatment training, treatment plan development training, record-keeping training, individual therapy skills training, and curriculum delivery training. Encourages and/or facilitates clinical staff development through workshop attendance and other outside training opportunities as they are available. Conducts regular appraisals of clinical staff therapeutic skills in conjunction with Clinical Supervisor and Director. Provides support and professional guidance for clinical staff. Encourage staff to seek certification/licensures that will benefit both staff and program. Makes ongoing recommendations regarding adjustments to the treatment model and process. Collects data and research to support improvements in program process. Develop On-Call process. Provide direct oversight to On-Call process implementation and maintenance. Take lead role in drug screening process, including schedule of screening and calling of colors. Sets agenda for weekly clinical staff meeting and facilitates this meeting. May be required to conduct assessments and make placement recommendations in all programs. Maintains personal accreditation/licensure or actively seeks same.

Office Management: Must be able to type, maintain files relevant to case management, maintain up-to-date participant records and referral lists and be able to utilize computer systems relevant to this process. Establishes and maintains a file plan that aids in efficient retrieval of office files. Researches data from files and other sources for routine inquiries or for the preparation of reports.

Fiscal Administration: Has no direct fiscal responsibilities, but is responsible for oversight of participant fee process in conjunction with Assistant Director.

Case Management: Responsible for the maintenance of participant records including:
- Orientation
- Assessments
- Progress Notes
- Treatment Planning
- Discharge Planning
- Monitoring of participant compliance to program requirements
- Crisis Intervention and Referral Processes
- Leads therapy groups, conducts individual sessions, observes and tests urine drug screens and other counselor duties as required

Community Relations and Public Information: Is involved in community education process as assigned. Participates in Advisory Team meetings and Steering Committee meetings. Assists Lead Staff in outreach and fundraising efforts.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Extensive knowledge of therapeutic techniques utilized in treatment of addiction. Ability to administer, score and interpret assessment tools utilized in all programs. Ability to facilitate large or small therapy groups, provide educational lectures, conduct individual therapy sessions with participants and/or family members. Able to provide effective referrals/placements based on sound clinical judgment. Displays understanding of dual diagnosis and its affect on the treatment process for both staff and participants. Able to arrange for workshops to help staff and the problem solving court teams further understand the treatment and recovery processes. Ability to assist in marketing the programs in the community. General knowledge of county organizational structures and basic operations. Demonstrated proficiency in oral and written communications. Extensive experience and skill in developing effective working relationships with other departments and the general public. Demonstrated skill in developing and maintaining positive customer relations. Extensive skill in operating a personal computer, various software applications, internet and multimedia programs.

Supervisory Controls: Incumbent must perform duties without extensive supervision.

Guidelines: Written guidelines include relevant department operating procedure manuals, and/or policy memorandum, O.C.G.A., The Uniform Rules for the State Courts, Uniform Rules for the Superior Courts, Uniform Transfer Rules, and the Hall County Civil Service Regulations. In addition, there are a variety of guides developed through the Office of the Court Administrator. Most of the guidelines are specific, but require some interpretation and application to individual situations.

Complexity: The work ranges from low/medium level of tasks to providing complex, extensive and professional work for entire segments of the Administrative Office of the Courts. In addition, the work of this position involves the need for a high degree of time management skills.

Scope and Effect: The purpose of the work is to help facilitate effective treatment to offenders that will lessen recidivism and promote social success. Successful implementation of the work results in the generation of less law enforcement contacts with program participants and less monetary costs to the Judicial System. A successful Clinical Supervisor will enhance the work environment, promoting successful advancement of co-workers and the restoration of family relationships in the community.

Personal Contacts: Contacts are typically with coworkers, staffs of superior court and state court judges, district attorney, solicitor, pretrial services, probation services, treatment providers, county agencies, and the general public

Purpose of Contacts: Contacts are typically to obtain, clarify, or give facts of information and to provide services.

Physical Demands: Although the physical demands are not stringent, incumbent must be capable of receiving and delivering supplies to the office.

Work Environment: Work is primarily performed in an office setting, though there will be time spent in court and in the community.

Supervisory Responsibility: Provides for direct clinical supervision to the clinical staff. Immediate supervisor for the Counseling staff. Provides effective feedback to clinical staff to increase therapy skills and enhance their employment. Other supervisory responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: Education requirements include Bachelors Degree in related field, Masters Degree preferred. Typing skills of 47 wpm with 97% accuracy. Experiential requirements include at least five years of substance abuse treatment experience with two years of supervisory experience or any combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and skills.

For info on how to apply, contact:

Debbie Mott
Director, Treatment Services
Northeastern Judicial Circuit (Hall & Dawson Counties)
720 Main Street, Suite E
Gainesville, GA 30506
770-536-3837
770-536-1023 (fax)

Friday, January 22, 2010

Exec Admin Assistant needed, DDCWSA

from today's DC Sentinel: "Douglasville-Douglas County Sewer & Water Authority is seeking an administrative professional with executive level experience to work for the Executive Director and Board of Directors. This position will assist the Exec. Director in official functions of the Authority requiring discretion, confidentiality, and a high level of administrative knowledge.

Some duties of the position include:

*prepare official correspondence & presentations for Exec. Director
*prepare Board of Directors agenda packages, track actions taken by Board, manage *records of all resoltuions and contracts approved by Board
*handle customer inquires and complaints for Exec. Director
*schedule meetings, mange daily calendar, make travel arrangements
*prepare expense reports, divisional payroll, assist in budget preparation
*assist in data collection for special projects

*Position requires an above-average knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point and Publisher).

Send resumes to:

DDCWSA
PO Box 1157
Douglasville, GA 30133
ATTN: Administrative Opening
smiller@ddcwsa.com

Caregiver wanted

from today's DC Sentinel: "Personal care home for 6 needs a caregiver, must be motivated, caring, and a self starter. Living facilities avail. 770-715-8209 or 770-715-7504."

staffing office recruiter needed

from today's DC Sentinel: "For new Fulton Ind. office opening soon. Must have min. of 3 years exp. in staffing office. Competitive pay and benefits including weekly bonuses. Email resume entitled "Recruiter" to info@readystaff.com. No phone calls please!"

Receptionist needed

from today's DC Sentinel: "Wholesale company in Atlanta looking for entry level receptionist. Primary responsibilities are ansewring multiline switchboard, sorting mail and some customer service. M-F, 8 am to 5 pm, $9 to $9.50/hr. Must pass background check and drug test. Email resumes to officemgr@gwc-atl.com or fax to 404-350-6550."

Caregiver needed

from today's DC Sentinel: "Experienced home health RN/LPN Douglasville and Dallas area. Apply online at southeasthealthcare.org or fax resume to 404-921-3830."

Career seminars at Emory, open to public

Upcoming Career Development Seminars at Emory:

ECLL Career Development Open to the Community
Networking for Career Changers
Thursday, February 25 from 6:30-8:30 pm
Emory Briarcliff Campus
1256 Briarcliff Rd.
Bldg. B, Room 144
Atlanta, GA 30306
Free and open to the community. Thursday, March 4, from 6:30-8:30 pm.
Visit http://cll.emory.edu/events/career-seminars/index.htm

Interviewing Skills
Thursday, March 4, from 6:30-8:30 pm
Emory Briarcliff Campus
1256 Briarcliff Rd.
Bldg. B, Room 144
Atlanta, GA 30306
(Free and open to the community. Visit http://cll.emory.edu/events/career-seminars/index.htm)


Resume Writing
Thursday, March 11, from 6:30-8:30 pm
Emory Briarcliff Campus
1256 Briarcliff Rd.
Bldg. B, Room 144
Atlanta, GA 30306
(Free and open to the community. Visit http://cll.emory.edu/events/career-seminars/index.htm)

Job Fair, Feb. 24

CAREER AND JOB FAIR SCHEDULED FOR WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 24TH - GOT JOBS? BE WITH US!

Women Entrepreneurs of West Georgia (WE) will host a career and job fair from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at A Gift of Love, located at 3870 Longview Drive in Douglasville. If you have positions available or if you are a network marketer, be with us.

Trudy Holdman, 678.949.8454, trudyholdman@yahoo.com

jobs in Lithia Springs

"We are actively recruiting for a client in Lithia Springs and the positions are temp to hire. After 90-120 days, they want to hire the candidates full time, so the screening is fairly rigorous. I am reaching out to everyone I can think of that might have access to candidates or might be able to keep my chain of networking going. Feel free to forward my email to any resource that might be able to help.

· certified forklift operators (sit down or cherry picker - certified within last 12 months)

· experience in a large, automated hi tech warehouse environment

· comfortable with RF Scanners

· longevity and stability in their work history

· Pay rate $10.50 to start - once hired perm, after 1 year, they could be at $13/hour

· Pass a 10 year criminal background and 10 panel drug



Client is quite scrupulous about work history, experience and skills as they want to hire these folks after 90-120 days through Manpower."



Thank you!



Beth Herman

Regional Director Atlanta Metro Market



Manpower

200 Ashford Center North, Suite 160

Atlanta, GA 30338

770-391-1204 (direct)



Ruth Anne Wagener
Executive Assistant
Atlanta Metro Region

Manpower
200 Ashford Center North, Suite 160
Atlanta
Georgia, 30338

T: +1 770-399-6422
F: +1 770-390-9475

ruth.wagener@na.manpower.com
www.us.manpower.com

Wednesday, January 20, 2010

Caregivers for elderly needed

Home Instead Senior Care is a network of franchises that provides caregivers for seniors. You do not have to be a nurse to work for them, but you do need good communications skills. To hear more about their available positions, call the Home Instead job line at 770-955-7093.

General office help needed

from today's DC Sentinel: "DC manufacturing environment. Perform variety of administrative duties. Good pay and benefits. Requirements include good communicatino skills, phone manners, computer literate and expereince (Data base experience a plus) Occasional travel. Call 770.489.0328 or fax resume to
770.489.7247. Email janice.stinson@alum-a-lift.com."

Tuesday, January 19, 2010

Census Bureau is still hiring!

I just called to check, and the Census Bureau is still hiring census takers here in Douglas County. To learn more about the jobs, visit http://2010.census.gov/2010censusjobs/.

To apply, call: Phone: 770-261-1820 Act fast; we were told a couple of weeks ago that no more applications were being taken, so we don't know how long they'll continue to accept them.

Census takers start at: $16.25/hour

Reminder - tips on interviewing

GEN members, you may remember that Kathy Turner, Human Resources Manager for
Reflek Manufacturing, sent us some great info on answering interview questions before the holidays. The file Kathy sent us has lots of good information, but it's over 40 pages long, so we can't post it all here.

If you want a copy of Kathy's file, called Compentency Based Interviewing, please email Lynn@fpcdouglasville.org, and I'll forward it to you.

Part-time customer service person needed

Sunrise Home Furnishings, an import business located on Fulton Industrial Blvd, is seeking a part-time customer service rep with clerical skills. Work days are M-F, but hours may vary, and the position may eventually turn into full-time. Susan Fields, who currently has this job, says she averages about 32 hours per week. The business owner is from Taiwan, so excellent communications skills are also needed. Pay varies, depending on experience.

To apply, contact Susan Fields at 404-349-9889 until Friday, Jan. 22. After that date, contact Bob Lephart, V-P for Sunrise, at the same number.

Position Available: Director of Communications and Community Affairs

Position Available: Director of Communications and Community Affairs
The Douglas County Chamber of Commerce is currently seeking an energetic, dedicated, and creative individual to fulfill duties as a full-time Director of Communications and Community Affairs. This director plans and executes all Chamber communications for members and the community. In addition, this director manages programs, committees and volunteers to support the chamber and community.

A successful candidate must be detail oriented and well-organized, must have publication experience and excellent writing skills, must be able to work with multiple projects concurrently and must have strong customer service and relationship-building abilities. Also a strong marketing, communications and design background is a must. Two or more years experience is preferred.

Key Responsibilities:
• Chamber Matters Newsletter
• Weekly member email correspondence via Constant Contact
• Publications and Press Releases
• Ribbon Cuttings
• Website Management and Web Sponsorship Solicitation
• Experience with using Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, Blog, etc.)
• www.douglasjobs.com management
• Creation of Marketing Materials for organization and its events
• Community Guide and Map
• Photography & Archiving
• Committee Facilitation and Volunteer Management
• Youth Leadership Douglas
• Foundation Scholarship Program
• Young Professionals Connection
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications
• Proven ability to execute marketing and branding campaign
• Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Indesign & Photoshop
• Demonstrated accountability to meet goals by deadline and to follow-up rigorously
• Comfortable in high-performance, high-pressure environment
• Excellent oral and written communication skills/writing samples required
• Required to handle multiple projects at one time with high degree of accuracy
• Demonstrated expertise in Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher and data bases.
• Positive Can-do Attitude
• Willingness to Learn
• Team Player
• Chamber of Commerce experience preferred but not required

The Douglas County Chamber of Commerce is a high performance, mission driven non-profit organization. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.

To apply, please send cover letter and resume to intern@douglascountygeorgia.com by February 1, 2010.

The Douglas County Chamber of Commerce currently has nearly 700 members and has a rich 65 year history in the Atlanta Metropolitan Area. The mission of the Douglas County Chamber of Commerce is to support, promote and attract business for the advancement of our community. The Chamber is a 501(c)6 non-profit organization.

Pest Control Job Fair - many positions listed

Sponsored By: Georgia Pest Control Association

There are approximately 1,100 pest control companies across the state employing over 12,000 Georgians and generating over $400 Million in revenue. While many industries have been severely affected by the poor economy, the pest control industry continues to grow each year. The Pest Control Industry is no longer a “mom & pop” business but a Multi BILLION dollar enterprise featuring state of the art products and equipment.
Many employees are enjoying great compensation and benefits offered by Pest Management firms. Most companies offer complete benefit packages including; medical, retirement and company vehicles (benefits vary by company & position).

WHERE: GPCA Office 2034 Beaver Ruin road, Norcross, Ga. 30071

WHEN: January 29, 2010 - 10am – 2pm



Job Positions
• Service Technicians
• Salesmen
• Customer Service Reps.
• Mgmt. Trainees
• Other (will vary by company)

Hiring Requirements
• High School Diploma or GED
• Good Driving Record (Driving Positions)
• Able to Pass Criminal Background Check & Drug Screening
• U.S. citizen or alien authorized to work in the U.S.

Hiring Qualifications
• Good Attitude & Communications Skills
• Able to work in outside elements (hot, cold, rain, etc.)
• Not afraid of “pests” (non-office positions)
• Able to Read, Speak, & Comprehend English.


Up to 10 companies are expected to participate. Come prepared to meet and interact with company representatives. Bring your Resume and be prepared to fill out job applications. We look forward to meeting you at the fair.

For more info, contact Darrell Lee at 770-979-8180 or darrell@futureservicesinc.com

Sponsored By: Georgia Pest Control Association

Job Details

The positions outlined below represent the positions most Pest Management companies employ. Keep in mind that while the list below represents most Pest Management firms, position titles and duties may vary by company. The pay scales below are based on a nationwide summary of Pest Management companies in the Southeastern U.S. Region and do not represent the actual pay offerings by participating companies. Most companies WILL train for many of these positions.

Customer Service Representative: Pay Scale: $10.70 - $14.15hr.**
A position that is responsible for answering and responding to incoming calls, for scheduling inspections and service, and for performing a variety of general administrative tasks. Applicants should be able to perform light duty tasks including data entry and good phone etiquette.

Termite Technician (Baiting Systems) Pay Scale: $12.03 - $16.44hr.**
A position that is responsible for providing services that prevent and/or eliminate termite damage and infestation in buildings, homes, and surrounding structures by installing and monitoring baiting stations/systems. Applicants should be able to perform medium duty talks including going into crawl space/enclosed areas.

Termite Technician (Liquid Treatment) Pay Scale: $11.77 - $16.00hr.**
A position that is responsible for providing services that prevent and/or eliminate termite damage and infestation in buildings, homes, and surrounding structures applying conventional liquid termiticides. Applicants should be able to perform medium duty talks including going into crawl space/enclosed areas.

Pest Control Technician Pay Scale: $12.51 – 17.70hr.**
A position that is responsible for pest related services that promote environmental health and safety by preventing unwanted pests in and around residential and commercial areas. The pest technician solves customer problems related to pest prevention and elimination, which can include pesticide application, analysis, and follow up. Applicants should be able to perform medium duty and be willing to work in all outside seasonal weather.

Sales Representatives Pay Scale: $16.43 - $24.08hr. (Commission)
A position that is responsible for soliciting new pest, lawn, or termite customers via creative lead generation, conventional selling, and use of marketing tools. This position will close sales, generate revenue, and increase territory after performing a thorough inspection, educating the consumer, and providing a proposal. Applicants should be able to have good communication skills and perform light duty tasks including going into crawl space/enclosed areas.

**Pay scale averages in the survey include both new and experienced employees and included
base pay, commissions, and bonus.

Long Term Part Time Accounts Payable contract job

Subject: Long Term Part Time Accounts Payable contract job

Kinetix is looking for a Part Time, long term contract, Accounts Payable clerk. The hours will fluctuate between 25-32/week and the pay is $15/hour. In May the job will be Full Time for 2-3 months. The client will conduct interviews for this position next week.

The candidate will be doing mostly AP work to implement work on projects. They will be working with Electronic Payment Modules and entering the Budget in the Budget portion of the Module. Successful candidates will have intermediate Excel and preferably Great Plains experience- the client uses MIP Software. You will help with Month End Close during May.

A Bachelors Degree is preferred and all candidates must be flexible and open to learning new things. If you know anyone that is qualified and interested, have them send their resume to me ASAP.

Thank you,
Sandy Lofstrom email: slofstrom@kinetixhr.com
Kinetix

Friday, January 15, 2010

Warehouse/Douglasville

From today's DC Sentinel: "Metals distributor seeks motivated person for stable employment to assist in non-CDL delivery duties. Hours 8-5, M-F. Starting salary $10/hour and insurance and retirement plan. Send resume and MVR to drjobssmc@yhoo.com or fax to 770-745-9361."

Thursday, January 14, 2010

Production employees needed

From today's DC Sentinel: "Growing liquid packaging company has immediate need for 10 f/t production employees. Drug Free. Background check required. 4 day, 10/hr work week. Off every Monday. $9/hr to start. Benefits include insurance & profit sharing. Apply in person only at 5110 Fulton Industrial Blvd, Suite G, Atlanta."

Needed: insurance agent, cust svc reps, electrician

Thanks, Debbie at Elwood Staffing, for these new job leads. If you are interested, contact Debbie Wolfe, Area Manager

Tel: 678.715.0800
Fax: 678.7150933
debbie.wolfe@elwoodstaffing.com
www.elwoodstaffing.com


"We are looking for a licensed insurance agent to work in Douglasville for an established company (has been here since 1994). Pay rate is $13 an hour with bonus opportunities tied to sales."

Also:

"We are also recruiting bilingual (English / Spanish) customer service representatives – pay rate is $11 an hour working on the Southside – Riverdale area.

Still looking for journey man electrician."

Wednesday, January 13, 2010

jobs in West Point, GA

Thank you, FPC member Susan, for this lead:

There will be 250 auto-supplier production jobs up for grabs Saturday at the Columbus Career Center, the Georgia Department of Labor said Monday.

A Kia supplier called Hyundai Mobis is seeking employees for a second shift at its 310,000-square-foot factory in West Point, Ga. The company makes front, rear and cockpit chassis modules for the Kia Sorento crossover vehicle that is being manufactured at the main Kia plant, which began production in November.

The recruitment will take place 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at the career center, 700 Veterans Parkway.

Mobis is expected to take applications and interview workers at the center. Those who are hired by the company will complete 12 hours of pre-employment training via the Georgia QuickStart program at West Georgia Technical College in LaGrange, Ga.

Basic qualifications include a high school or general education development diploma. Mechanical or electrical skills, as well as mathematics ability, are required. Automotive assembly-line experience is a plus, but not a necessity.

South Korea-based Hyundai Mobis announced in August 2007 that it was constructing a factory adjacent to the main Kia facility, creating 600 jobs. The price tag for the Mobis plant was around $60 million.

The auto supplier was founded in 1977 and is the largest auto parts manufacturer in Korea, with factories around the world. The company also has a plant near the Hyundai auto-assembly factory in Montgomery, Ala.

For more information, contact the Columbus Career Center at 706-649-7423.

What do you want to hear/talk about?

GEN-ers, we're looking for speakers for our upcoming meetings, and we'd like to know what topics you are interested in. Do you want to hear about or discuss dealing with the stress that families experience during a job search? Or maybe you need tips on budgets and finances; how to write a better resume; how to use LinkedIn.com; how to know and do God's will during a career change--please tell us what you want to hear about.

You can email me, lynn@fpcdouglasville.org, or post a comment on this blog, and we'll try to address the subjects that would help you most.

Look forward to hearing from you!

Tuesday, January 12, 2010

Other Skills That Will Help You Get the Job

From LinkedIn.com:

The Other Skills That Will Help You Get the Job: Part 2 of 4 - Body Language
A person can have all of the experience and technical skills the company is looking for but may not get hired if he does not demonstrate strong soft skills. Soft skills are the skills, abilities, and traits that pertain to personality, attitude, and behavior rather than formal or technical knowledge. It is the combination of abilities and soft skills that will set you apart from the crowd.

Soft skills include the following:
Active Listening
Body Language
Accepting Change
Good Attitude

Judi Adams Sanek, the founder and senior job search coach at RightChanges, the Affordable and Successful Job Search Coach, will address each of these in the four part series The Other Skills That Will Help You Get the Job.

In part one of the series we covered active listening and how important it is to all of us especially when we are in a job search.

http://rightchangesjobsearchcoach.blogspot.com/2009/12/other-skills-that-will-help-you-get-job.html

In part two, we are covering body language. To really understand the importance of body language, think back to a time when you asked someone you are close to what’s wrong and she said “nothing” but her body was saying you are in deep trouble. It may be the set jaw (like she is gritting her teeth). It may be the lack of eye contact. It may be the left hip thrown out to the side and the crossed arms. Many of us realize in this situation that the words and the body language do not match and we trust the body language more than the words spoken.

Body language is the most spontaneous, natural, and reliable form of communications. It makes up the majority of our communications (some say 75% or more). Many of our expressions come from the truth of body language. Here are a few common phrases.

I don’t trust him, he had beady eyes: pupils constrict when the person is being deceitful.

He was such an engaging speaker; he had them on the edge of their seats: When people are engaged with what someone is saying, they move forward, to the edge of their chairs.

She is stand offish: We expect people to stand within a certain space from us when they are engaged in a conversation (note: the definition of appropriate personal space differs by country). When a person stands outside of that space, further away than expected, it makes us uncomfortable.

He’s pushy: Conversely when a person stands too close to us, we feel they are pushy.

Get a grip on yourself: We find it calming to touch our upper arms during times of stress

Have you ever wondered why e-mail or text communications quickly escalate out of hand (out of hand - another phrased based on body language)? It is because the person is missing out on the majority of our message which is conveyed by inflection, tone, and body language.

Now that you see the importance and reliability of body language, imagine how important body language is to the job search.

Your Body Language: The message you are sending

The first step of the job search is Attitude for a reason. If you don’t have a positive attitude, it will show in your word choice, your energy, and your body language. Attitude is one of the three steps that must be addressed before you begin the job search or you will be sabotaging your own job effort.

When networking (which is where 90%+ of people will find their next job) and interviewing, your body language needs to convey confidence, a good attitude, and openness. It is natural to be somewhat nervous before networking and interviewing; your body language is important so you need to be aware of the message you are sending to others.

Realize you are valuable: review your accomplishment list before going out to a networking event to remind yourself that you are very accomplished. Your posture standing and seated should reflect your confidence. If you slouch, your body is basically saying “don’t hire me, I’m not worthy”.

Be prepared: review networking tips so that you are more prepared for how to make the most of the event.

Participate in mock interviews with a job networking volunteer or coach to get feedback on not only your responses and questions but also on your handshake and body language.

Breathe deeply before entering the room and smile.

Have a good handshake: The handshake should be the same for men and women. It should be web of hand to web of hand. The hands should be firm, not crunching or limp, and both people should be involved in the shaking (don’t leave it to the other person to shake your hand).

There is one handshake that I have titled (with all due respect) the “Queen Elizabeth handshake”, when the woman’s hand closes over the fingers of the other person (male or female). This form of handshake would be appropriate if we kissed the person’s hand like some people do with royalty. I had a female salesperson shake my hand this way once and I have to say it shocked me because good handshakes are a basic tool for salespeople. Years ago, I had the privilege to shake hands with Princess Sarah Ferguson (Fergie), Duchess of York on her visit to town and even though she is royalty, she shook hands like normal. We don’t kiss hands in business so the “Queen Elizabeth handshake” should never be used.

Leave your arms and legs uncrossed to reflect openness. Women, it is okay to cross your ankles. If you are cold, you can cross your arms to retain body heat but rub your arms (like you are generating heat) or mention that you are a bit cool so the other person doesn’t misinterpret your intention.

Lean forward as the other person is speaking to show interest (remember the phrase above “he had them on the edge of their seats”).

Mirror the speaker’s body language. I enjoy watching people while I am waiting for a flight or meeting. I noticed that men are better at mirroring each other’s body language than women. Look around the next time you are out. Men at a table will have similar body language; note especially their posture and arms. You do not want to take this to the level of mimicking the other person though.

Have direct eye contact with the other person to compliment the speaker and build trust in you. Have you ever been to a presentation and made eye contact with the speaker? You will notice that the speaker will continually return to face you while speaking.

In different parts of the US and in different countries, the amount of eye contact is different. I am from the south but lived in Chicago for many years. When I first moved to Chicago, I kept hearing “you aren’t from here, are you?” mostly in response to my southern accent. At times when I hadn’t spoken though it was because I made eye contact and smiled with people who passed me on the street or that I saw on the bus.

Keep your hands visible to indicate trustworthiness, i.e. that you aren’t hiding anything. This means do not hold your hands behind your back. Men, do not put your hands in your pockets.

Do not overly gesture while talking as it will detract from what you are saying.

In a group interview, make eye contact with the last person that spoke. Make sure though that during the meeting you make eye contact with everyone.