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Chapter 4-C
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Looking for a job is hard work. There is a lot of competition for positions and, if the job market is slow, finding employment may not be easy. Start looking for a job well before you actually want to start working. Ask family or adult friends for tips like dressing neatly and being on time for interviews.
If you can't locate a job, consider becoming a volunteer. Volunteer work is a way of establishing a work record which can be used later as a reference when applying for paid employment. Some places which accept volunteers are hospitals, nursing homes, day care centers, libraries, and recreation centers.
Job Resources
Baltimore County Office of Workforce Development
Comprehensive employment and training services for Baltimore County residents, including testing, skills assessment, career consultation, labor market information, job readiness seminars, and job referrals. Baltimore County centers maintain extensive databases of job opportunities. They provide access to computers, telephones, fax and copying machines, guidance in resume development, the opportunity to take literacy courses, General Education Diploma ( G E D) or English for Speakers of Other Languages ( E S O L ) class, and much more.
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Eastpoint Workforce Development Center
7930 Eastern Boulevard
Baltimore, Maryland 21224
410-288-9050
E-mail: eastwdc@baltimorecountymd.gov
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Hunt Valley Workforce Development Center
11101 McCormick Road, Suite 102
Hunt Valley, Maryland 21031
410-887-7940
E-mail: huntvwdc@baltimorecountymd.gov
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Youth Services
Provides programs and services that help youth, ages 14 to 21 reach their education and employment goals. By working in partnership with employers, school districts and communities to engage in activities that focus on academic achievement, employability and life skills. Supports several programs, including a Summer Youth Employment Program, that provide employment and training services to targeted low-income, in-school and out-of-school youth, ages 14 to 18. Specific eligibility requirements and services vary from program to program.
Baltimore County Office of Human Resources
308 Allegheny Avenue
Towson, Maryland 21204
410-887-JOBS (5627) Baltimore County Government Jobs Hotline; Office: 410-887-3135
Information about employment with Baltimore County government. Job announcements are available online. All persons interested in applying for a County job must apply online.
Baltimore County Office of Community Conservation - Commission on Disabilities
Drumcastle Center
6401 York Road., 2nd Floor
Baltimore, Maryland 21212
410-887-3580
410-887-2799 (TTY)
711 (Maryland Relay)
Offers links to employment resources useful to people with disabilities.
Baltimore County Public Library
Has materials and services for individuals exploring careers or seeking jobs. View the short video that highlights how the library can help you find a job. Use your local library to access computers for job searching or résumé writing, seek help from librarians trained to provide answers to questions, research guidance, and help navigating the Internet. Librarians are available in person, by telephone, email or chat.
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Jobs and Careers InfoCenter offers links to local, state, and national job search sites and resume posting sites, as well as local resources on volunteering. Explore a future career, the education or training needed, possible salary, employment trends, and more. Features resources for teens and students seeking that first job. Has tips on creating a resume and cover letter.
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Interactive online practice tests including GED, SAT, ACT, Praxis, NCLEX, postal exams, law enforcement, occupational tests, certification and licensing tests, and more. Search under Career Tools: Career College Search area for more than 36,000 non-degree certificate, diploma, and licensing programs offered by more than 4,300 trade and technical schools and colleges. This Testing and Education Research databases is available at Baltimore County Public Library branches and from home, work or school through the Baltimore County Public Library home page. All you need is a valid library card registered at the Baltimore County Public Library. Need help accessing a database? See the troubleshooting page.
Employment Services: Subject Guide
created by Enoch Pratt Free Library, Baltimore, Maryland
Links to staffing agenices, temporary employment services, and recruiters.
Maryland Department of Budget and Management - Office of Personnel Services and Benefits
301 West Preston Street
Baltimore, Maryland 21201
410-767-4850 (Job Information Line); TTY: 1-800-735-2258 (Maryland Relay)
State government job openings posted online. Obtain application forms by writing, phoning or downloading from their website. Also lists upcoming job fairs.
Maryland Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation - Division of Labor and Industry
1100 North Eutaw Street, Room 606
Baltimore, Maryland 21201
410-767-2241 (Information)
410-767-2246 (Apprenticeship and Training Program)
Enforces wage and hours laws and assists in collecting unpaid wages. Enforces laws concerning employment issues, including wage and hour laws and complaints about employment agencies. Provides information on issuance of work permits for youth and on apprenticeship and occupational training for skilled trades and crafts.
Maryland Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation - Division of Workforce Development and Adult Learning
1100 North Eutaw Street
Baltimore, Maryland 21201
E-mail det@dllr.state.md.us
Serves both employers needing workers and job seekers searching for employment.
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At local Career Centers, testing, skills assessment, career consultation, labor market information, job readiness seminars, and job referrals are offered. Employment information for individuals with disabilities is also available.
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Maryland Workforce Exchange web site provides online information about all types of job opportunities, career choices, labor market information, and training. It can be used at any local One-Stop Career Centers or from any public or personal computer. All types of jobs are listed in the as well as training opportunities and job fairs. View video on How to Use the Maryland Workforce Exchange Web Site (3:26 minutes) created by the Enoch Pratt Free Library
Maryland Jobs Online: Subject Guide
created by Enoch Pratt Free Library, Baltimore, Maryland
Links to online sources of Maryland jobs
National Rehabilitation Information Center
Contact information specialists through their webform for quick information and referral to agencies and organizations with services and support for people with disabilities. The information specialists have gathered a collection of Web, print, and phone resources for a wide array of topics.
USAJOBS - United States Office Of Personnel Management
The official one-stop source for Federal jobs and employment information. The database is searchable by keyword, agency name, announcement number and can be limited by location, job category, salary range, full time or part time, and pay grade. Has tips on applying for a federal job and tutorial on using the site.
Veterans Services
Links to resources on employment and education in Baltimore County as well as Federal sites which are of importance to veterans and their families. A collaborative project, involving federal, state and County government agencies, Baltimore County Public Library, as well as nonprofit organizations.
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Career Counseling and Job Training
The Arc of Baltimore, Inc.
7215 York Road
Baltimore, Maryland 21212-1552
410-296-2272; TTY: 410-296-6372
Provides services for people with developmental disabilities. Services include adult vocational and pre-vocational skills training and supported employment programs. Employment programs include sub-contract work for private businesses.
Baltimore County Department of Social Services - Young Parent Support Center
201 Back River Neck Road (Middleborough Shopping Plaza)
Baltimore, Maryland 21221
410-853-3860
A comprehensive family support and development center serving the greater Essex area. Offers GED classes, employment readiness and career exploration programs, introductory and intermediate computer literacy workshops, seminars in career exploration and job readiness.
Baltimore County Office of Workforce Development
Comprehensive employment and training services for Baltimore County residents, including testing, skills assessment, career consultation, labor market information, job readiness seminars, and job referrals. Baltimore County centers maintain extensive databases of job opportunities. They provide guidance in resume development, the opportunity to take literacy courses, a General Education Diploma ( G E D) or English for Speakers of Other Languages ( E S O L ) class, and much more.
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Eastpoint Workforce Development Center
7930 Eastern Boulevard
Baltimore, Maryland 21224
410-288-9050
E-mail: eastwdc@baltimorecountymd.gov
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Hunt Valley Workforce Development Center
11101 McCormick Road, Suite 102
Hunt Valley, Maryland 21031
410-887-7940
E-mail: huntvwdc@baltimorecountymd.gov
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Youth Services
Provides programs and services that help youth, ages 14 - 21 reach their education and employment goals. By working in partnership with employers, school districts and communities, the Youth Services division engages in activities that focus on academic achievement, employability skills and life skills. Supports several programs, including a Summer Youth Employment Program, that provide employment and training services to targeted low-income, in-school and out-of-school youth, ages 14-18. Specific eligibility requirements and services vary from program to program.
Baltimore County Public Schools - Office of Alternative Education, Dropout Prevention, and Summer School
410-887-2270
Alternative education programs for at-risk middle and high school students. Offers students different options, environments and structures to continue their education.
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Catonsville Center for Alternative Studies
901 South Rolling Road
Baltimore, Maryland 21228
410-887-0934
Alternative high school offers academic, vocational and social/emotional experiences designed to help youth, ages 14 to 21, acquire attitude, skills and behaviors necessary to succeed in the work world. Basic reading and math skills and General Education Diploma (GED) instruction, vocational exploration, academic and vocational assessment, job search and social/emotional support is available for out-of-school youth, ages 16 to 21.
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Classes for 16 to 21 year olds
410-887-2376
Program is specifically designed to meet the needs of the young adult. Instruction combines preparation for the G E D, job readiness / retention skills, and an opportunity to explore attaining skills in computer use and management. Must be at least 16 years old at time of registration and officially withdrawn from school. Day and evening classes available. No registration fee.
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Rosedale Center for Alternative Studies
8200 Old Philadelphia Road
Baltimore, Maryland 21237
410-887-0133
Alternative high school offers academic, vocational and social/emotional experiences designed to help youth, ages 12 to 21, to acquire attitudes, skills and behaviors necessary to succeed in the work world. Basic reading and skills and General Education Diploma (GED) instruction, vocational exploration, academic and vocational assessment, job search, and social/emotional support is available for out-of-school youth, ages 16 to 21.
Blind Industries and Services of Maryland
3345 Washington Boulevard
Baltimore, Maryland 21227
410-737-2600
Toll Free: 1-888-322-4567
Provides training and employment opportunities to blind and visually impaired adults and high school youth.
Career Center at Jewish Community Services
5750 Park Heights Avenue
Baltimore, Maryland 21215
410-466-9200
Career Center members meet with experienced vocational counselors or employment specialists. Services are available for new americans and persons with barriers to employment. Career counseling to unemployed and under-employed individuals. Service includes job counseling, resume preparation, assessment and evaluation, job search strategies, interview training, and vocational rehabilitation. Clients have full access to computers in the Resource Center
Catapult Learning Career Starters
7930 Eastern Boulevard
Baltimore, Maryland 21224
410-285-1842
Employment and training program for low-income youth ages 16-18 who are out of school and unemployed. Provides assistance with General Education Diploma (GED) preparation, computer literacy training, career planning, work readiness and job placement.
Community Assistance Network ( CAN )
7701 Dunmanway
Dundalk, Maryland 21222
410-285-4674
Offers career counseling, training and placement and career soft-skills, and financial literacy workshops
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Catonsville Office
Banneker Community Center
27 Main Avenue
Baltimore, Maryland 21228
410-747-3312
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Essex Office
Young Parents Support Center Building
201 Back River Neck Road
Essex, Maryland 21221
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Hillendale Office
Hillendale Gates Apartments
6600 Wycombe Way
Baltimore, Maryland 21234
410-339-6457
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Lansdowne Office
Lansdowne Riverview Outreach Center
2903 Bero Road
Baltimore, Maryland 21227
410-247-0093
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Randallstown Office
Liberty Family Resource Center
3525 Resource Drive
Baltimore, Maryland 21133
410-887-0631
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Rosedale Office
Fontana Village Community Outreach Center
20 Serpens Court
Rosedale, Maryland 21237
410-682-6607
The Community College of Baltimore County - Continuing Education and Economic Development
To register call 443-840-4700
Non-credit, adult education classes offered for academic Academic Skills Enhancement (ASE), for getting a General Education Diploma (GED), for English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), and for career and business training, and getting other vocational skills. Fees vary according to course. Classes held in locations throughout Baltimore County.
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Academic Skills Enhancement (ASE) 443-840-4768
Addresses practical reading, writing and math skills for adults and workplace literacy skills.
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Business and Career Training and Community Education classes 443-840-4700 (Registration)
For available courses, place cursor over words Training for Businesses, Career Training and Basic Education.
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Distance Learning
The Community College of Baltimore County offers a variety of courses that use various technologies to deliver instruction. This includes non-credit and credit online courses, telecourses, and interactive video courses. Many are geared to learning or enhancing job skills. These courses are designed to allow students to schedule learning activities at times more convenient to their schedules.
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English for Speakers of Other Languages ( E S O L ) 443-840-3748 or 443-840-3070
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External Diploma Program for an adult eighteen years or older to earn a high school diploma. It is designed for adults who are competent in basic reading and math, self-directed and concerned with flexibility because of job and family commitments. To make an appointment, call 443-840-1284 .
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General Education Diploma ( G E D) 443-840-4768
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Single Step Program for Special Populations 443-840-3262
Single Step is a non-credit pre-vocational, academic and socialization program for adults between ages 18 to 60, with disabilities and learning challenges. No high school diploma is required. Program is designed to assist in transition to college, vocational training or employment. Offers academic skills like basic reading and math skills, independent living skills, GED prep, vocational prep and more.
First Step, Inc.
Offers a Youth Employment and Training Program for economically disadvantaged youth ages 16 to 18 who have dropped out of school and are unemployed. Program is designed to help youth toward attaining their GED and getting a job. Students receive educational assistance and tutoring in addition to GED preparation, life skills and pre-employment skills.
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Cockeysville
10400 Ridgland Road
Cockeysville, Maryland 21030
410-521-3800
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Randallstown
8303 Liberty Road
Baltimore, Maryland 21244
410-521-3800
Greater Baltimore Urban League, Inc.
512 Orchard Street
Baltimore, Maryland 21201
410-523-8150
Employment and job training programs offered free of charge to low-income residents in Maryland with a focus on minorities.
Job Corps
1-800-733-JOBS (5627)
Comprehensive residential education and job training program for at-risk Maryland youth, ages 16 to 24, who meet income guidelines. Academic, social skills, career and occupational skill development addressed. GED preparation offered as well as training in various occupations. Job Corps students receive housing, meals, basic health care, and a living allowance twice a month
Maryland Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation - Division of Labor and Industry
1100 North Eutaw Street
Baltimore, Maryland 21201
410-767-2241 (General Information)
410-767-2246 (Apprenticeship and Training Program)
Information on apprenticeship and industry sponsored occupational training for the skilled trades and crafts. Apprenticeship is open to anyone age 16 or older, and 18 to apprentice in specified hazardous occupations.
Maryland New Directions, Inc.
611 Park Avenue
Baltimore, Maryland 21201
410-230-0630
Offers career counseling and a job readiness program that helps seasoned workers over the age of 30 who are in career transition as well as first time job seekers to gain the tools they need for employment. Emphasis directed at helping single heads of household and those impacted by separation, divorce, widowhood, or the disabiity of a wage earning family member. SECOND CHANCE: A comprehensive employment program for ex-offenders helping them to deal with their barriers to employment and to identify career paths and employment opportunities. BASIC COMPUTER TRAINING PROGRAM: Introduces participants to basic Microsoft Office applications and the use of the Internet for career research, job search, and email. GED TUTORING: One-on-one or small class educational program for people who have the desire to obtain their General Education Development diploma. Counselors design a program for each client's career needs.
Maryland Private Career Schools
Search for Maryland Higher Education Commission approved schools and programs. Maryland's private career schools offer training for everything from cosmetology to medical imaging. No private career school may operate in Maryland without Maryland Higher Education Commission approval. Site provides information for those interested in attending a school as well as former students of closed schools.
Maryland State Department of Education - Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS)
2301 Argonne Drive
Baltimore, Maryland 21218
1-888-554-0334; 410-554-9255 (voice), TTY: 410-554-9411
A statewide rehabilitation services program designed to support the employment and economic independence of individuals with physical or mental or cognitive impairments. DORS begins to serve high school students, usually at the beginning of their next to last year, so they can move into higher education, vocational training and employment. Students in special education programs, who received accommodations in school or have significant health conditions may be eligible for services.
DORS vocational rehabilitation programs and services may include interest, skills and ability assessments, programs and classes to teach job skills, classes for reading, writing and mathematics, and job placement assistance.The Workforce and Technology Center in Baltimore offers career assessment, rehabilitation technology, career skills training, driver's education, job placement assistance, assistive technology services and other medical and support services that prepare people to work or remain independent. People who attend the Workforce and Technology Center must be referred from a Career Center, or an insurance company, or the Department of Veterans Affairs.
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Catonsville Career Center
Beltway West Corporate Center
Suites 214-216, 5740 Executive Drive
Catonsville, Maryland 21228-1758
410-744-8460
TTY: 410-744-8461
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Dundalk Career Center
1005 North Point Boulevard
Suite 722 (second floor)
Dundalk, Maryland 21224-3415
410-285-7654
TTY: 410-285-7656
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Towson Career Center
113 Towsontown Boulevard
Suite B
Towson, Maryland 21286-5352
410-321-4044
410-321-2394 (Regional Office)
Video Phone:
866-273-7402 (Toll-free)
443-275-7444 (Local)
TTY: 410-321-4035
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Workforce and Technology Center
2301 Argonne Drive
Baltimore, Maryland 21218-1696
410-554-9100
Toll-free: 1-888-200-7117
TTY: 410-554-9155
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Unemployment Insurance
Maryland Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation - Division of Unemployment Insurance
Provides benefits to persons who are unemployed through no fault of their own and who are ready, willing and able to work, and actively seeking work.
Your first claim can be filed via the Internet or by telephone to your nearest claim center. All claim centers take claims by telephone only, Monday through Friday, excluding State holidays, 7:30 am to 4 pm. Please file your claim at the claim center closest to your home.
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Baltimore Metro South Claim Center
410-368-5300; Toll-free Md only 1-877-293-4125; Fax: 410-368-5302
Serves western Baltimore County. Do not report to local office.
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Towson Claim Center
410-853-1600; Toll-free Md only 1-877-293-4125; Fax: 410-853-1668
Serves northern Baltimore City and the rest of Baltimore County. Do not report to local office.
If you want information on an existing claim or to file your biweekly continued claim (request for payment) over the telephone, you must call the Claimant Information Service at 410-949-0022; TTY: 410-767-2727 (automated telephone information system that is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week) or file your bi-weekly continued claim (request for payment) over the Internet through WebCert.
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