Our employment services program empowers clients to access the resources necessary to gain steady employment.

Employment Services

With the launch of this program, clients will feel empowered to access the resources they need to gain steady employment. This program consists of workshops, open computer time for job searching (coming soon), assistance with applications, job searching, career exploration, connections to professional education and certifications, and more.

Workshops

Each month, the Education and Employment team holds workshops to empower clients by giving them the tools to succeed in the workforce.

View the Events calendar for upcoming workshops.

Open Employment Hours

Wednesdays, 2-3:30pm at 26 N. Arsenal Avenue

Interested in learning more about our employment services? Join the Employment and Education Team for an open session where they will help you address any concerns you have surrounding employment, such as resume building, cover letter writing, job searching, and applications. Please bring a laptop if you are able; if not, we do have a couple for clients to use.

Professional Attire

We want to empower our clients to feel professional and confident when they walk into an interview, so we provide direct referrals to Dress for Success and Thrifty Threads.

The Damien Center Employment Services Program is proudly sponsored by GEICO.

GEICO
Indiana Career Connect

IndianaCAREERConnect.com is the #1 source of job openings in the State of Indiana. And best of all - it's FREE! Click here to create an online profile and explore career options, training opportunities, and search available jobs.

Resume & Cover Letters

Clients will learn how to create a resume and cover letter. Through this workshop, clients will be given access to resume and cover letter examples, tips on formatting, and more.

Introduction to LinkedIn

Clients will learn how to navigate the basics of LinkedIn, a professional networking site. In this workshop, clients will be able to set up their profile (essentially an online resume), learn how to network, and build their online professional presence.

Interview Do's and Don'ts/Mock Interviews

Clients will learn tips and tricks to feeling successful in a job interview. They will then be able to demonstrate their knowledge by performing mock interviews with their peers and out volunteers. In addition, clients will be given resources for professional interview attire.