Job Search Boot Camp  

November 3, 2009

Tuesday 9:00am - 4:00pm

Detail: JSSA (Jewish Social Service Agency) is launching an action-oriented, two-day Job Search Boot Camp to quickly strengthen skills for job-seekers in today’s highly competitive employmentmarket. The program is one of many innovations JSSA has introduced in revitalizing employment services to help the community cope with the economic decline.
Job Search Boot Camp is jam-packed with constructive lessons on how to write a powerful resume, network effectively and interview with confidence. Boot Camp leader Judy Smith, an experienced career coach in JSSA’s employment and career services, teaches participants the specific skills they need to unearth the hidden job market, organize materials and resources for the job search, create effective personal branding and calmly respond to difficult interview questions.
“Boot Camp is all about reviewing each person’s own interests, accomplishments and aspirations, and then making a customized plan to search for a job that best fits the individual,” Smith said.
Job Search Boot Camp will be offered throughout the fall on September 10-11, September 21-22, October 8-9, October 21-22 and November 2-3. All sessions meet from 9 a.m. -  4 p.m. at JSSA’s one-year-old Fallsgrove office, 200 Wood Hill Road,Rockville. The cost of the program is $197 including materials. Fee assistance is available based on need.
JSSA also offers anadditionalfree Jumpstart to Your Job Search, a one-hour intensive group session prior to the first day of Boot Camp. This free sessionwill be offered September 1, 14 and 30 and October 13 and 26 at 9 a.m.
To register for Job Search Boot Camp andJumpstart to Your Job Search,call JSSA at 301-610-8380, or send an email tocareerinfo@jssa.org.