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I need an appointment to come to a An appointment
is not necessary to begin your job search at netWORKri. Some services
offered at netWORKri, including workshops, do require that you sign up
ahead of time |
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I have to be unemployed or collecting Unemployment Insurance (UI) to be
eliglible for You
can access almost all netWORKri services without having to meet any special
requirements. Many of our customers are already working and are seeking
to improve their employment situation. |
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I file a claim for Unemployment Insurance (UI) at All netWORKri
offices have phones that connect to the UI Call Center for filing a claim.
You may also use one of our computers to file a UI claim over the Internet.
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I
don't know how to use a computer. Will this prevent me from using
resources? Not at all. netWORKri staff will help you learn how to use our resource room software even if you've never sat down in front of a computer. In addition, we offer workshops designed to give even more computer instruction to those customers who need it. |
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All network
offices were designed to accommodate all customers, including people with
disabilities. Adaptive equipment in each center, as well as the physical
layout, enhance the ability of those with disabilities to receive the
full benefit of what netWORKri has to offer. |
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I
noticed that netWORKri
partners collaborate to offer various services to enhance customers' abilities
to secure appropriate employment. When you visit netWORKri, you will learn
what each partner specializes in and whether or not these services are
suitable for you. |
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I get paid training through You may indeed
qualify for paid job training through one of netWORKri's partner agencies.
netWORKri staff will conduct an assessment of your employment and career
needs and recommend options. These may include participation in a training
program, either in a classroom setting or on-the-job. |
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I
am already in school (or just about to start). Can It is not
possible for netWORKri to pay for any training course or education in
which you have already enrolled. |
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Will my UI payments stop if I enter a training program? If you become
enrolled in a training program through netWORKri, you will continue to
receive your UI while in training. However, attending school on your own
may result in an interruption or cessation of your UI benefits. Futher
questions about this should be directed to the UI Call Center at (401)
243-9100. |
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Am
I limited to using only one You may use
any or all netWORKri locations convenient for you. |
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I have to live in Rhode Island to use ? There are no residency or work location requirements limiting access to basic netWORKri services. |
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do not speak much English. Does
have staff that speaks other languages? Some netWORKri offices employ bi-lingual staff who speak Spanish, Portuguese and Cambodian. If you require services in a language other than English, it is best to contact netWORKri to determine which particular office will best suit your needs. |
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Yes. With
the sophisticated computer programs available at netWORKri, you will be
able to research job opportunities, employment outlooks, and career information
for any area in the United States. |
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have not worked in years. What are my chances of finding a job? Being out of the labor market for any length of time presents special challenges to a job seeker. netWORKri staff will help you evaluate your skills and experience and relate them to what employers are looking for today. Learning how to present yourself to an employer in a positive and effective manner can often compensate for lack of recent work history. |
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do not have health insurance - can you help me with this? Rhode Island does have a program designed to assist families in need of health insurance. TO find out if this program is right for you, call Sonia Rodrigues Carr in the Pawtucket Office at (401) 722-3100, ext. 101. |
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you have any part-time jobs for students or retirees? Many employers in the area are looking for part-time workers and those jobs are listed in our computers. In addition, netWORKri partners who specialize in serving the retired job seeker are available in the offices for consultation and advice. We also offer tours and job-hunting tips for student groups. |
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I
do not have a high school diploma - can Academic
instruction, including preparation for a GED, is available at netWORKri.
It is best to call a particular office to find out what educational services
are offered there, as schedules may differ depending upon location. |
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All netWORKri activities and resources are meant to enhance the job search efforts of a wide spectrum of customers, including professional and managerial workers. By becoming familiar with specific services at the netWORKri location of his/her choice, the professional workers can determine which resources will maximize his/her success in finding appropriate employment. |
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by the Rhode Island Department
of Labor and Training 1511 Pontiac Ave., Cranston RI 02920 E-mail: brutherford@dlt.ri.gov |
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