Getting Your License Back 7/30/15

Many jobs require a valid driver’s license so having it suspended can be a major barrier to finding steady employment. Thankfully, there are a few resources available to people who are looking for a way to get their driver’s license back.

Northwest Justice Project offers assistance for people who have had their license suspended due to unpaid traffic fines, suspension due to a car accident when you were uninsured or leftover fines from driving with a suspended license even though the suspension period is over. To find out if you qualify for this program, call their hotline at 1-888-201-1014 from 9:15am to 12:15pm.

LELO, Legacy of Equality, Leadership and Organizing, also offers assistance with getting your license back. If you have your license suspended in the third degree, they can help you make a plan to get it back. Email martha@lelo.org to set up an intake appointment.

For other resources on driver's licenses, go to http://www.washingtonlawhelp.org/issues/consumer-debt/drivers-and-professional-licenses.

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Job Opportunities 7/28/15

This message is about job opportunities and trainings in the Seattle area.

Pallino’s Pastaria at SeaTac Airport is holding open interviews in the Airport Jobs office on Tuesday, August 4 and Thursday, August 13 from 10am to 2pm. These interviews are for shift supervisor, cashier, cook and food prep positions. Interviews are done on a first come/first serve basis. You can come early to complete a registration.

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Orion Contact Center is holding a hiring event on July 31 and August 1 for more than 20 full and part time employees needed. Interviews on Friday, July 31 are from 8am to 5pm and Saturday, August 1 from 8am to 2pm at Orion Industries. Walk-ins are accepted based on availability. Apply online to reserve an interview spot at www.orionworks.org/careers.

Catholic Community Services of Western Washington is currently hiring several positions for their housing and shelter programs. There is a range of positions from custodian to housing specialist. If you would like to apply or get more information about this opportunity, go to the CCSWW Employment site. 

If your goals require more intensive education, there are many options available for helping you fund school. From grants and scholarships to payment plans, there is a way to make it happen. Check out startnextquarter.org for more information on getting started at a community college. 

There are many short term training programs available for free at South Seattle College. There are programs targeted at a variety of industrial and healthcare fields as well as classes to help improve English, math and computer skills to better prepare students for more advanced training. All of these classes are free to people receiving basic food or unemployment assistance. There is a description and contact information for all of these programs after the page jump.

Phone and Internet Information Now Hosted by Interconnection 7/23/15

Solid Ground has partnered with InterConnection to provide information on low cost phone and internet services. This is the same resource previously provided by the Connect Up program. You can find information on different phone and internet discounts on the InterConnection website at http://interconnection.org/get-connected.php.  More on this and many other resources can always be found by going to win211.org calling 2-1-1 in King County.

Thank you, Interconnection! You are ensuring continued access to this vital information for the people in the community.

Job Opportunities 7/21/15

AlliedBarton Security is hiring for multiple positions in Seattle. There are openings for security officers all over the King County area. Go to jobs.alliedbarton.com for more information about this opportunity.

Marriott Hotels have many openings for positions in hospitality and food service at various locations in and around Seattle. Go to marriott.com/careers to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.

AirServ is holding open interviews on Wednesday, July 29th from 10am to 2pm. This event is looking for Lav and Water Drivers, Cabin Service and Janitorial Agents. Interviews will take place at the Airport Jobs office in the SeaTac Airport. You must complete an online application prior to the interview in order to be considered.

Goodwill of the Olympics and Rainier Region is holding a hiring event in Tacoma on July 30^th from 3pm to 5:30pm. This event includes positions in Kent, Auburn and Federal Way. The event will be held at Goodwill’s Milgard Work Opportunity Center 714 South 27th Street Tacoma, WA 98409. On the spot interviews will take place at this event for those who complete an application.

If you have had difficulty getting past the background check when applying for a job, you may benefit from job readiness training. It will take place from Tuesday, July 28th to Friday, July 31st 9am to 3:30pm at the South Seattle College Georgetown Campus. Contact Terry Pile for more information on this workshop.

Seattle Jobs Initiative is starting a training program for welding and manufacturing. Participants will learn job skills for entry level positions in welding, soldering, and metal shop work. The training program is Monday to Friday for 22 weeks at South Seattle College. Contact the Manufacturing Career Navigator at TRAC Associates at 206-443-9999 to get more information and sign up.

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Job Opportunities 7/14/15

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Multi-Service Center is offering orientations for the THRIVEprogram. THRIVE offers employment case management and assistance for people over 18 that meet any of the following criteria: immigrant or refugee, currently homeless or have a disability. Orientations are held at the MSC offices in Kent and Federal Way. If you are interested in participating in this program, please email Melanie Mairs at melaniem@mschelps.org to RSVP for an orientation.

The 15^th Annual Diversity Employment DayCareer Fair will be held on Tuesday, July 21^st from 11am to 3pm at the ShoWare Center in Kent. Multicultural/Bilingual, People with Disabilities, Women, LGBT, Veterans and Mature candidates are encouraged to attend. Over 55 major employers will be represented. Business attire and résumés are required for this event.

Lowe’s is hiring for several positions in the Seattle area. There are driver and customer service positions open. Go to careers.lowes.com for full job descriptions and application instruction.

Milgard Windows and Doors is holding a hiring event at their Tacoma facility on Thursday, July 23^rd from 12pm-2pm. Milgard is hiring for production and warehouse workers as well as drivers. Milgard Manufacturing is located at 965 54^th Ave E, Tacoma 98424. Candidates are encouraged to submit their resume online at milgard.com/careers before the event.

Senior Services has several positions open. They provide many vital services such as Meals on Wheels and the Hyde Shuttle transportation to the elders in our community. They are looking for several drivers and a warehouse assistant. Full job descriptions and application information is available at seniorservices.org/connectwithus/employment.  

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Job Opportunities 7/7/15

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Veterans and their families are invited to participate in the Working with Our Troops Expo. It will take place on Thursday, July 16^th from 10am to 2pm at Washington State Convention Center on the 6^th floor. More than 100 employers will be present. Please register for this event at workingwithourtroops.eventbrite.com. Registered participants also get a complimentary boxed lunch at this event. Shuttle services from Thurston, Pierce and Snohomish counties are available. For more information, go to workingwithourtroops.eventbrite.com.

South Seattle College’s Warehouse Logistics Program starts on August 3^rd. This program lasts for 8 weeks and includes a two week internship. The two day orientation and registration is July 27^th and 28^th at noon. Call Veronica Rojas at 206-934-5814 or email Christopher.hansen@seattlecolleges.edu for more information.

South Seattle College is still accepting students for the First Steps Program through Friday, July 10^th. This program is totally free to people who receive Basic Food or unemployment benefits. Learn the skills to get a job in an office including Microsoft Office, data entry, customer relations and communications. Call 206-934-5835 to get registered.

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Hot Weather Tips 7/2/15

Seattle will be getting more hot weather over this holiday weekend. Here are some tips on how to stay safe and comfortable in the heat.

-Drink plenty of water. Beverages with alcohol, caffeine and/or lots of sugar can actually dehydrate you. Keep water with you whenever you are outside.
-Stay out of the direct sunlight from 11am-2pm. That is when the sun is strongest. If you can't avoid being outside, make sure to apply sunscreen and give yourself plenty of chances to rest.
-Do not leave children or pets alone in your vehicle for any length of time. The temperature can increase quickly and lead to heatstroke or other health problems.
-If you don't have air conditioning in your home, consider going to a library, mall or other public space with air conditioning.
-Check in with elderly neighbors and family members. Older folks are more susceptible to complications from the heat.
-Watch out for heat stroke or heat exhaustion. Symptoms of heat stroke include:

• An extremely high body temperature (above 103°F)
• Red, hot, and dry skin
• Rapid, strong pulse
• Nausea, confusion and unconsciousness

 If you see someone with signs of overheating, move the person to a cooler location, have them rest for a few minutes and then slowly drink a cool beverage. Get medical attention for them immediately if they do not feel better.

Check out King County Health Beat The Heat and CDC's Extreme Heat FAQs for more tips on staying safe this summer.