Kenosha Public Library Job Skills for All Program-Welcome Site

*NOTE- The ProLiteracy Job Skills for All Program is no longer Active. This Website is used as example for the program content.

WELCOME!

Welcome to the Kenosha Public Library (KPL) Job Skills for All Program! This multi-week program, hosted by ProLiteracy and funded by a grant from Pitney Bowes, provides in-depth information and mentoring on what one needs to be successful in finding and obtaining a job or discovering a career path. KPL is one of only four libraries in the United States that was chosen to host the program and offer it to our community.

How long is the program?

Participants are given 6 weeks to complete the entire program, but you may work on the content at your own pace within those 6 weeks.

When do I receive my bus pass and portfolio folder?

As part of the grant program, participants are given the choice to opt-in to receive a month's bus pass for Kenosha County transit. In order to receive the buss pass, you must complete at least 2 modules worth of content, including all items marked as Activities. Once you are done with the 2 modules, you will contact Stephanie to set up a time to pick up the bus pass at one of the 4 Kenosha Public Library locations for the upcoming month.

Participants that finish the entire program (all 4 modules and module Activities) will be given an executive portfolio folder to use for interviews, storing files, etc. The portfolios will be available to pick-up at any of the 4 Kenosha Public Library locations. If a participant lives outside of Kenosha County, the portfolio can be mailed.

If you ever have a question about the program site, you can contact Stephanie. Her contact information is at the bottom of every page on this site.

Program Content Overview

Module 1-Welcome and Setting Career Goals

Participants will attend a 30 minute online meeting (offered in the AM or PM). The meeting will give an overview of the project website and explain how to register for a ProLiteracy account, get a library card, and sign-up for a one-on-one meeting with a librarian. Participants will also explore career goals and options.

Module 2-Tailoring Your Resume

Each participant will get in-depth guidance through the module content and create/update their resume with feedback. Participants will also complete a LinkedIn profile, and create/update a cover letter with feedback.

Module 3-Acing the Interview

Participants will learn how to shine in an interview setting and participate in a practice interview with feedback.

Module 4-Communicating at Work/ Celebrate Finish of Program

One-on-one or small group virtual meeting. Discuss personal experiences with communicating at work and troubleshooting issues. And most importantly- Celebrate!