Middlesex Chamber connects job seekers

MIDDLETOWN » The Middlesex Chamber is providing assistance to job seekers in the Middletown community seeking information on resume preparation, job interview coaching, and local hiring opportunities through the Middletown Worker Preparation Program.

The Middletown Worker Preparation Program has been a valuable asset to the Middletown community since 1991. The primary mission of the program is to help unemployed and displaced workers in the City of Middletown find employment.

The Middlesex Chamber Worker Preparation Team will recruit job seeking clients who fit into the guidelines set by the Community Development Block Grant, the City of Middletown Common Council, and the Citizens Advisory Committee. Chamber staff will assess the client’s readiness for employment, assist in the development of a presentable resume, and conduct follow-up interviews to gauge the client’s progress. Client meetings will take place at the centrally-located Chamber of Commerce building at 393 Main St. Middletown, and the job search will occur throughout Middlesex County with an emphasis on Middletown.

Before beginning the job search, chamber staff assist clients in preparing for job interviews, while providing job coaching and employment retention training. Chamber staff maintains consistent contact with both clients and employers to foster the best possible environment for not only placement into employment, but long-term security in the job.

The Middletown Worker Preparation Program is a critical program that continues to be an asset to job seekers and employers.

Any questions regarding the Middletown Worker Preparation Program can be directed to Lorenzo Marshall at 860347-6924 or lorenzo@middlesexchamber.com.

Electronics recycled at transfer station

MIDDLETOWN » The City of Middletown reminds residents that they may, free of charge, bring their unwanted electronics to the Middletown Transfer Station/Recycling Center located at 185 Johnson Street (N. Main Street). Hours are: Monday through Friday from 7 a.m.-3 p.m. and Saturdays from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. on the first and third Saturdays of the month from December through March, and in July and August. Proof of residency is required.

All electronic equipment is safely packaged by Take 2 and transported to their facility for responsible and secure recycling.

Accepted materials include, but are not limited to: Computers, Laptops, Printers, Fax Machines, Monitors, TVs, Cell Phones, Tablets, Video Games, game consoles, VCR/DVD Machines, Remotes, Keyboards, Computer Mice, Modems, Small Appliances, and Stereo Equipment. Unaccepted materials include: smoke detectors, ballasts, propane tanks, paint, household hazardous waste and appliances containing Freon, i.e. air conditioners, refrigerators, and dehumidifiers.

Residents may also, free of charge, bring their unwanted electronics to Take 2 Inc.’s facility located at 567 South Leonard Street, Building One, Waterbury. Hours are Monday through Friday from 7 a.m.3:30 p.m. and Saturdays from 8 a.m.-12 p.m. Additionally, residents may bring their electronics to any of Take 2’s electronics recycling events. For a listing of upcoming events, go to www. ewaste-recycle-ct.com. Take 2 employees will unload electronics from people’s vehicles.

For more information contact the City of Middletown Recycling Coordinator 860638-4855 or kim.orourke@ middletownct.gov.

Chamber hosts sexual harassment prevention training

MIDDLETOWN » The Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce will host two Sexual Harassment Prevention Training sessions on Thursday, Aug. 15. The first session will begin at 8 a.m., and the second session 10:15 a.m. The training sessions will take place at the Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce, 393 Main Street, Middletown.

The definition of sexual harassment, liability (your own and your organization’s), and the prevention of sexual harassment in the workplace will be discussed. Attorneys Sara Simeonidis and Allison Dearington from the law firm Jackson Lewis, LLP will show you how to limit your company’s exposure to charges of sexual harassment.

This session meets the State of Connecticut’s requirement for two hours of sexual harassment training for supervisors and managers. Cost is $30 for members and $40 for guests.

Please arrive on time. Two hours mandatory attendance is required to receive certificate.

Register at www.middlesexchamber.com. For more information, call 860-347-6924 or email info@middlesexchamber.com.