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For Job Seekers

Has it been a while since you looked for a job and don’t know where to start?


Have you lost your job or feel you might be at risk in today’s unpredictable workplace?


Have you been applying for jobs and not hearing back from anyone? Are you unable to get past the first interview? Or believe you are being rejected for good positions because you’re “over-qualified”?


Are you uncertain about what you want to do? Thinking about changing industries or career fields but not sure what career path is right for you?


Whether you are just starting your career, have been recently laid off and need assistance with a job search, are considering pursuing a new direction or simply want to make sure you’re prepared for a job search should you suddenly need to embark on one, we can help.


At the Career Development Center, we work with you to build career skills for career success. Offering expert guidance and proven strategies, our seasoned career counselors will provide personal attention every step of the way to help you achieve your career goals.

Assessment/Counseling

Whether you just can’t figure out what you want to do, or think your career may not be a good fit, but you’re not sure what career would be more satisfying, we can help you by taking you through a selected set of career/interest assessment tests that will help to identify your interests, abilities and values and how they relate to career opportunities.

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Resumes & More

Competition for employment is extremely tight. Recruiters and hiring managers often receive scores of resumes for each open position. Let us help you package yourself and your credentials for increased competitive advantage.

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Job Search Assistance

CDC career counselors can assist you in formulating a specific job search plan to help you realize your career goals. We’ll help you identify opportunities and provide the support and encouragement along the way to keep you focused.

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Workshops and Other Resources

In addition to individual career transition services, the CDC offers numerous workshops; a resource center offering online access to job banks and word processing and scores of career-related books and current periodicals; and periodic job fairs that get qualified candidates in front of employers with open positions.

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Online Learning Center

CDC's Online Learning Center offers a variety of self-paced tutorials and instructor-led courses to enhance your professional and personal development.

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AUNO

Age Up, Not Out (AUNO) is a unique partnership between the CDC and YouthWorks, serving young adults between the ages of 18-24 who no longer qualify for the foster care system. AUNO provides participants job-readiness tools and emotional support to prepare them for life-long employment.

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Contact Us

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Highlights
Age Up Not Out (AUNO)
We've partnered with YouthWorks to help foster youth aging out of the child welfare system. Click below to learn more.
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Central Scholarship applications due Feb. 7
Central Scholarship applications are now being accepted for the 2012-2013 school year. One application gives you access to multiple community scholarships! Click the link below.
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CDC Launches Online Learning Center
New Online Learning Center offers self-paced tutorials and instructor-led courses to enhance professional and personal development
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"Like" CDC on Facebook
Get access to upcoming workshops, job leads and more by becoming a fan of the Career Development Center on Facebook.
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JF&CS 2010-2011 Annual Report
During the past year we've helped 1,220 people seeking employment. Click below to read more CDC highlights in the annual report of parent organization JF&CS.
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You can make a difference.
DONATE now through our parent agency. Designate your gift to the Career Development Center.
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Stories of Hope
Stories of Hope
Mick, a mature worker, turned to CDC for help finding a job after completing a degree program.
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