April 2023: Job Journal

Job Journal

LOOKING FOR WORK?

Find a career path, part-time or fulltime work. Find a job that offers benefits.

24 WAYS EMPLOYERS CAN MANAGE STRESS AT WORK IN 2023

Worksites and wellness programs that have good control of stress at work have healthier, more productive employees. By Dr.

Steve Aldana

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Happy Friday!

The Job Journal is released on the first Friday of each month. The Job Journal contains information and resources from the three counties: Somerset, Wicomico, and Worcester. Please feel free to click on the links within the Table of Content for quick access.

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Did you know it is Stress Awareness and Second Chance Month, two of the hottest topics post-pandemic? As a result, we published a few articles and resources within the Job Journal dedicated to this awareness.

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Employee Spot Light

The purpose of an employee spotlight is to celebrate the great staff at Lower Shore America Job Center and showcase firsthand stories about our workplace. This month, we would like to introduce an employee, Bonnie Nay, employed with the Business Service Department of Lower Shore Workforce Alliance within the American Job Center. Read her inspiring story here!

1.What do you like most about the work you do here?

I love working with people, networking, and trying to help people by connecting them with resources here and in the community.

2. What is the most exciting/interesting/challenging project you’ve worked on here?

The most exciting project I have worked on here is our Insurance Industry Training. It has been exhilarating to see all our ideas and plans come together in the months since our first conversations and meeting about it. You can find more information about that here in the Job Journal.

3. How long have you been with the Lower Shore Workforce Alliance (LSWA)?

I am relatively new here. I started at the beginning of October 2022.

4. How did you get started in the industry?

I started by doing Vocational Rehabilitation working with people with disabilities and helping them find employment. I also worked with businesses in our community to place young people into work-based learning experiences through another nonprofit program in our area for several years.

5. What drew you to apply for this position and why?

Another employee told me that this was a nice place to work. The job is also very similar to my work in my last position, which I really enjoyed.

6.What do you enjoy most about working at Lower Shore Workforce Alliance?

I really like my co-workers here. We have a great team. I also like that I get to do a few different things as part of my position here.

7. What is one thing that you wish people knew about your job?

My job description also includes working with young people to place them into work experiences to help them learn essential job skills and find a career path that interests them. The youth program is special to me because one of my sons went through a program like this, and it helped him decide on what path he wanted to take after he graduated from high school.

8. What was your dream job or profession when you were a kid?

As a kid, my dream job or profession was to be a detective like Nancy Drew. I have always liked creative problem-solving and putting puzzle pieces together. In the Human Services profession, those skills can often be applied by figuring out the best ways to help people.

Thank you, Bonny Nay; we are so glad to have you on our team. With your professional experiences, drive, and motivation, we can accomplish almost anything within the American Job Center.

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Most of the stress we experience comes from our jobs and worksites. Stressed workers are more likely to smoke, drink, be inactive, eat poorly, have relationship issues, and get sick more often. All of this means decreased productivity. Thankfully, employers can help to manage stress at work

Job stress costs billions of dollars every year because it leads to more absenteeism, medical expenses, and workers compensation claims.

Here is a comprehensive list of the main causes of worksite stress and a corresponding list of successful and creative ways to help employers reduce stress at work and help employees manage stress.

Worksites and wellness programs that have good control of stress at work have healthier, more productive employees. They also have lower health care costs.

EMPLOYERS CAN MANAGE STRESS AT WORK IN 2023

Dr. Steve Aldana

Last updated Feb 7, 2023

1) Lack of understanding about leadership structure and roles

A lack of understanding about leadership structure creates stress. When employees understand leadership structure, there is less conflict, which enhances productivity and morale.

Do This: Create and honor a clear leadership structure so everyone knows to whom they are accountable. This will improve the efficiency of work and contribute to a more relaxed environment.

2) Lack of job feedback from leadership

Unless employees receive feedback, they can worry about their job performance even when they are doing well.

Workplace Stress That Comes from Poor Leadership

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This can make it hard for employees to manage their stress. When leaders communicate with a spirit of encouragement, employees feel reassured and are more likely to communicate with leaders, especially during difficult challenges.

Do This: Employees need regular performance reviews. Employees need to know if they are exceeding your expectations or have things they can improve. Involving them in the process and letting them to set their own improvement goals will improve relationships and increase job satisfaction.

Do This: Encourage sharing in staff meetings. Ask for employee suggestions then share them at meetings. This will increase trust, motivation, and performance, all of which reduce stress.

Do This: Communicate regularly by email, newsletters, calls, chats, etc. This builds a relationship of trust. Whatever the form of communication, make the message simple, clear, and relevant.

3) Employees need to understand company vision

When employees understand company vision, they can see how their efforts fit into the big picture and it is easier for them to focus their energy on helping achieve company goals. Understanding and working toward a shared vision gives work a higher meaning, improves performance, and helps employees manage stress.

This is also true for stress management and wellness programs. Here is everything we know about getting strong leadership support for wellness efforts

Do This: Consistently share the company vision with employees. Make it easy and fun to remember. Give your employees a small token to remind them of the shared vision!

4) Employees need to understand how their roles contribute to company success

When employees understand how their role fits with company goals, they will be more likely to engage and contribute. They will also develop a sense of control over their work duties, which can help manage stress levels.

Do This: Make sure that employees know the company goals and have a chance to identify ways they contribute. Small group meetings are a good way to help employees connect company goals to individual roles. Leaders can reinforce the importance of employee roles when they praise employees. Recognition results in increased security and productivity, and can decrease stress.

5) Employees need to understand their job responsibilities

It is stressful when job expectations are confusing. When employees understand job responsibilities, they will feel calmer and perform better. Work stress and employee health have a direct impact on employee productivity.

Do This: Make sure every employee has a specific job description that they helped create. Provide guidelines but let them tweak it. This description should outline daily, weekly, monthly, and even yearly responsibilities. Make sure the job description provides the employee with a chance to grow and be rewarded.

. Workplace Stress Caused by Unhealthy Workloads

6) Work shifts need to be reasonable

Too many hours of demanding work will wear down and exhaust employees. Everyone needs time away from work to rest, recharge, and take care of other duties. A work/life balance helps maintain physical and emotional health and improves productivity. It also helps employees to manage stress. Encouraging employees to spend time on hobbies, family, and friends allows for a healthy work/life balance and shows your genuine care for their wellbeing.

Do This: Limit work shifts 10 hours or less and make sure employees have adequate time to rest before their next shift. This will improve morale and productivity, and reduce the risk of work injuries.

7. Employees should be encouraged to take breaks during the day to help manage stress

Short breaks throughout the day allow employees to recharge and refocus. Regular breaks help employees work more effectively. {Continue Reading}

https://www.wellsteps.com/blog/2020/01/02/manage-stress-at-work

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Job Search Techniques

If you are frustrated from navigating through endless job boards, social networking sites and piles of newspapers, we can help you mainstream your job search and learn to focus on finding the right job.

Interviewing Tips

Learn how to get prepared for your upcoming interview and how to best answer questions about employment gaps, terminations and other sticking points that can be tricky, and what questions you need to ask the employer.

Labor Market Consultation

Explore resources that will help you to research careers, industries and find information about specific occupations. By utilizing the most up-to-date labor market information available for salaries, job outlook and training, we can help you make decisions that are more informed in your job search.

Effective Online Job Applications

We can assist you through the sometimes-complicated process of completing online applications from setting up an email account to copy and pasting your résumé into the application.

Job Skills Identification

Finding transferrable job skills while changing careers can be difficult, we can help you explore your experience and learn how to translate those skills to another field

Resources for Job Seekers

There are many resources for job seekers from getting funding to go back to school to veteran services to computer training, ask how the One-Stop can help you in finding your next career.

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Meet one on one with a Job Service Specialist to further discuss problems you are encountering during your job search and how to overcome them with confidence.

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Adult Education

Individuals can enroll in classes to increase their basic reading, math, and writing skills or learn the English Language, prepare for the GED® tests, and increase their readiness for work or job advancement. Instruction is available for anyone over age 18 who is not currently enrolled in high school. Classes are offered in all Maryland counties and Baltimore City. Follow the link to locate classes in your area.

Federal support for adult instructional services is provided by the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act which creates a partnership with states to jointly fund the Adult Education activities

Maryland Adult Education High School Diploma Options Brochure

FYI - FREE TRAINING ALERT!

Maryland New Directions (MND) is offering free, specialized training in forklift operation from April 10th-28th, occurring Monday-Friday from 9 am-3 pm! Call 410-230-0630 or visit bit.ly/forklifttraining23 to register.

Vehicles for Change is the nation’s largest affordable car ownership program. We take donated vehicles, and repair them to our quality standards and award them for as little as $950 to families who are living with a lack of transportation. Those vehicles grant access to higher-paying jobs, fresh, nutritious foods, and better health. Our vehicle ownership program allows recipients to build credit which opens doors for home ownership. Ask your questions in the comments section below. It could be read and answered next time.

Do you or someone you know have a passion for arts?

If so the Town is seeking for local artists to participate in a public art mural project. This project will highlight the Towns rich history and culture.

For more information please email abynum@townofprincessannemd.gov or stop by Town Hall.

Become self-sufficient during lean times. In partnership with the National Farmworker Jobs Program (NFJP), Telamon provides services that educate, train, or prepare eligible farmworkers for other jobs. Our trained staff members work one on one with you to develop a plan to meet your needs and help you achieve your goals. The programs can help you identify career paths and assess your skills and interests.

You can also turn to Telamon for help finding work through on-thejob training, local market information, and job placements. Bilingual services are available in many of our offices. The U.S. Department of Labor funds this program.

Servicesinclude:

Careercounseling

Jobandclassroomtraining

Customizedtrainingprograms

RemedialeducationandGEDpreparation

EnglishasaSecondLanguage(ESL)classes

Skillupgradesandoccupationalcredentialing

Jobplacement

Pre-ApprenticeshipPrograms

To Apply: https://www.telamon.org/maryland-es/

Pre-licensing Insurance Videos

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Salisbury, MD In recognition of the demand for workers in the Insurance industry, Lower Shore Workforce Alliance has partnered with The Insurance Market, Gary Marshall Insurance, Landmark Insurance & Financial Group and Tawes Insurance to develop a no-cost training program featuring a Maryland prelicensing exam prep class. This training will provide a first step toward obtaining a Maryland State Insurance license in areas of Property and Casualty Insurance.

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LEGAL SELF-HELP CENTERS

FREE legal help in civil cases for individuals who do not have a lawyer. Watch a short introductory video about the walk-in (in-person) court help centers or the call or chat services.

MARYLAND COURTS SELF-HELP CENTERS

410-260-1392

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Monday- Friday. 8:30 AM to 8:00 PM

FAMILY LAW HOTLINE

800-845-8550

Monday-Friday, 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM

LEGAL FORMS HOTLINE

800-818-9988 (English)

877-293-2507 (Spanish)

Tuesday, Wednesday, & Friday: 9:00 AM- 12:30 PM

Thursday: 9:0 AM- 4:00 PM

SOMERSET COUNTY CIRCUIT COURT

11770 Somerset Avenue

Princess Anne, Maryland

Fridays, 9:00 AM to Noon

410-651-4618

WORCESTER COUNTY CIRCUIT COURT

81 West Market Street

Snow Hill, Maryland

Mondays, 9:30 AM to 2:30 PM

410-632-5638

DISABILITY RIGHT MARYLAND

800-233-7201

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LEGAL AID BUREAU INC.

800-818-9988 (English)

877-293-2507 (Spanish)

Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday: 9:00 AM- 4:00 PM

MARYLAND VOLUNTEER LAWYER SERVICES, INC.

800-510-0050

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PRO BONO RESOURCE CENTER OF MARYLAND, INC

800-396-1274

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WICOMICO COUNTY CIRCUIT COURT

1101 North Division Street

Salisbury, Maryland

Mondays, 9 AM to Noon

410-334-3127

These organizations may assist you with free or reduced cost legal representation:

Lower Shore American Job Center Mobile Workforce Services Unit

The American Job Center (AJC) Mobile Unit is a community outreach program utilizing the latest technology to deliver on-site employment search and career services. The AJC mobile unit is outfitted with a generator and seven computers with cellular Internet access making it a truly self-contained employment resource.

The AJC mobile unit maintains a regular schedule of locations throughout Somerset, Wicomico and Worcester counties.

Where's Waldo?

Waldo Goes to Work

Salisbury Fire Department Station 16

WHEN: Wednesday, April 19, 2023 from 3:00 - 6:00 pm

WHERE: Salisbury Fire Department Station 16 Conference Room, 325 Cypress St.

Join us at the Newton Community Center April 21st 12PMto 5PM for our second annual Community Resource & Job Fair. Apply to new opportunities on site or receive job searching assistance including referrals to training programs, placement services, resume preparation assistance, and connection to workshops to enhance your job seeking skills and work readiness.

Small Local Business Hiring...

Are you looking for a 2nd job this summer? Crab & Cruise in Crisfield, MD, is hiring for multiple positions! We need help with 4 Friday events and 16 Saturday events between the end of May and the end of September, and our Jazzy Jeff event on October 7th. Apply within or on indeed.com! You may also email me with any questions. I’m in the office 9-5:30 M-F, so if you email me outside those hours, I’ll promptly get back to you by the next business day.

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Genesis Health Care Activity Assistant Geriatric Nursing Assistant Nursing Aide Training Assistant Administrator

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Lower Shore Immediate Care Front Desk Receptionist kbowen@lowershoreim mediatecare.com

Harbor Freight Senior Retail Sales Associate Retail Stocking Supervisor Retail Sales Manager - Pocomoke Retail Sales Associate- Pocomoke City

Harrison Senior Living John B. Parson Certified Medical Technician LPN Harrison House Geriatric Nursing Assistant Housekeeping

Online Hot Topic Part-Time Assistant Manager Sales Associate

Hudson Behavioral Health Behavioral Health Aide Counselor for Inpatient Addictions Cook Maintenance

Jersey Mike’s Cook Cashier

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Lenscrafters Sales Associate Sunglass Hut

LongHorn Steakhouse Host Server

Town of Berlin Administrative Assistant –Mayor’s Office

Stormwater Laborer

Police Communications Officer

Berlin Police Officer

Town of Delmar Laborer

Seasonal Maintenance

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Tri-County Council Lower Shore Workforce Alliance

Driver- Public Transit Custodial Aide Dispatcher

Tidal Health Medical Office Support

Medical Assistant & Floater

Patient Service Representative

Administrative Assistant

Patient Accounts

UPS No Jobs at this time

Victoria Secret Selling Associate - Salisbury

YMCA Looking for volunteers- Community Service Hours (Pocomoke & Salisbury)

Wicomico County Facility/Grounds Worker –Painter/Carpenter

Facility/Ground Worker-Rec Parks

Records Assistant

Senior Food and Beverage

Operation Specialist

Athletic Complex Seasonal Workers

Concessions Manager- Henry Parker Athletic Complex

Convenience Center Attendant- Part Time

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Wicomico County Public Library Library Associate l Adult Services Facilities Technician

Wicomico County Yacht Club Bartenders, Servers, Food Runners

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