Columbia Greene NY Workforce: Newsletter 3, July

If you have questions regarding any of this information or you are interested in any of the state grant opportunities, please call (518) 828-4181 ext. 5510 or email me.

Are you looking to increase your retention rates for new hires? Do you wish all workers had some basic level of workplace skills? If you answered Yes to either of these questions, the Employee Enhancement Program is for you! This four module workshop is designed to help new employees with the soft skills necessary for success on the job. The next class runs September 8th, 15th, 22, and 29th.

Check out these results:
Reviews of the program found that, twelve local companies sent over 80 new employees to this program. Prior to their participation in this program these companies had an overall retention rate of 45% for their recently hired workers.

Overall, the retention rates improved to 74% for trainees that attended the program but did not receive the WIB certified credential.
And the retention rates jumped to 90%for attendees that completed the program and received the WIB certified credential.

Call today to find out how Workforce New York can benefit your business! 518-828-4181 ext. 5510

Workshops topics:

Having it All-Managing Your Job & Life

Employee Strategies for Creating On-the-Job Success

Communication at Work; Pulling Together-Being Part of Your Work Team

Business is a Service Thing- Excellent Customer Service for both Internal & External Customers

Please note that for new employees (not in seasonal positions)who have been hired after May 8th, grant funding is available to cover the cost for the entire four-module program. The employee must be earning less than $15.00/hr. and the employer must complete a post-evaluation of their employee's skill gain. For other employees there is a $50.00 fee per module or $175.00 for the series plus a one time book fee of $10.00.

Take advantage of quick hitting convenient job skills development classes at Columbia Greene Community College.

Microsoft Windows XP Begins August 1st 2 Monday's 6pm-9pm
Fee $42.00 Instructor Cheryl Walston

Microsoft Business Applications Training: 9:00am-4:00pm,
Fee $87.00, Instructor The Learning House

Excel 2000 Level 2, July 25th
Power Point Level 1, August 1st

Access 2000 Level 1, August 8th

Access 2000 Level 2, August 15th

Call Columbia Greene Community College @ 828-4181 ext. 3342 during regular business hours for instant registration..

Job Hazard Analysis:
July 26th, Albany 9:00am - 11:30am
Identify, then eliminate or reduce, workplace hazards before they injure your employees. Learn how to break down tasks into their components parts, determine what can go wrong at each step, and take action to prevent problems before they happen.

Emergency Evacuation:
August 11th, Albany 9:00am-12:00pm
Learn how to provide your employees with the information they need to react in a positive manner to an emergency. Sample programs, procedures, the OSHA standard will be provided.

Machine Guarding:
August 26th, Albany 9:00am-11:30am
This course addresses mechanical hazards, safeguards, types of guards and devices and how they work including troubleshooting and "bad practices."

Accident Investigation:
September 8th, Albany 9:00am-11:30am
This session will help you learn how to investigate all incidents in your workplace and how to use the information to prevent similar events from occurring in the future.

Office Ergonomics:
September 21st 9:30am-12:00pm
Office work, traditionally seen as "safe," can cause painful and expensive injuries and musculoskeletal disorder. Learn how to identify risk factors and prevent injuries with common-sense fixes.

Call Suzanne Waltz at 518-457-2810 if you are interested in any of the above programs

September 29th @ Meadowgreens 8:00 a.m.
Presented by Michelle Flynn, SUNY School of Business
Call Deborah Spaulding at 828-4654 ext. 206 or email at deborah.spaulding@labor.state.ny.us for details.

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The purpose of the HR Managers Roundtable is to provide a forum in which HR Managers can exchange information, answer HR questions and discuss best practices.Recent projects have included a health benefit and a retention survey, some discussion topics have included employee retention strategies, internal employee surveys, self insurance and many more. Come and share in the discussions with this group of professionals.
Wednesday, September 14th from 7:30-9:00 am
Columbia Greene Community College, Room 105.

Now is your chance to make a difference! Join the partnership between business and our local school districts and help our young people develop into successful employees! Share your experiences with your business and your career. Provide your perspective on employer expectations, skill requirements, job interviewing tips, and how to be successful in the world of work. Select school districts are now piloting this program. Business volunteers are needed for as little as two hours a month. Volunteers/businesses can participate as guest speakers, mentors, portfolio reviewers, and mock interviewers. Businesses can also provide field trip opportunities and job shadowing or internship placements. Please call and discuss how you can help with this important effort. This project is a collaborative effort between the Workforce Investment Board, Greene and Columbia Chambers of Commerce, Columbia Hudson Partnership, Greene County Economic Development, Questar III, and the Taconic Hills School District.

Connect with your local school district and meet your new and/or existing Columbia or Greene County Superintendent.
Tuesday, August 16th, 7:30 -9:00am
Columbia Greene Community College
Reservation call 828-4417, $18.00 per person

Wednesday, August 17th, 2005, 12:00-1:30pm
Kozel's Restaurant
1006 Route 9H, Ghent
Reservation deadline August 12th call 828-4417, $18/member/$22 non-member

Thursday, August 18th
Call 943-4222 for more details.

Friday, August 19th, 5:00-7:00pm
Clermont State Historic Site
One Clermont Avenue, Germantown
Reservations appreciated call 828-4417

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Thursday, July 21st , 2005
Pre-boarding party 5:00pm, Sail at 6:00-8:00pm
Reservation deadline July 15th, call 828-4417, $50

Wednesday - Sunday, July 27th - 31st, noon till midnight
If you would like to volunteer, there are a couple of slots available .
Call the Greene County Chamber of Commerce for the complete fair schedule and further information, 943-4222

Thursday, August 4th, 5:30
Route 4, Troy
Complimentary reservation includes picnic dinner & grandstand ticket
Contact the chamber by July 29th, 828-4417

Rainbow Golf Club
Friday, August 26th
Call 943-4222 for details.

Workforce New York may be able to help you with training costs of your new hires through the On The Job Training Program. Call us before you hire your next employee!

If you have comments or feel this newsletter is helpful to you please let me know!

Maureen Boutin
Business Services Representative
Columbia Greene Workforce New York
4400 Route 23
Hudson, New York 12534
518-828-4181 ext. 5510
www.columbiagreeneworks.org

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