LEWISTON — The Lewiston CareerCenter, 5 Mollison Way, continues its monthly programming, including workshops for job seekers and those who are considering training to upgrade their skills to increase employability.

The center is featuring new workshops:

Jump Start Your Job Search will be held every Thursday from 1-4 p.m. In this workshop, participants will get an overview of job search strategy, resumes, interview skills and CareerCenter and community resources available to support job seekers during their job search.

Job search skills for people with criminal histories has also been added to the workshop offerings. Participants will learn how to mitigate the negative impact a criminal history might have on a job search.

The Industry Information Tuesday continues to highlight specific industries so individuals can learn more about jobs available in the community and the skills, knowledge areas and abilities that employers are seeking from job applicants. This month’s session will be held Nov. 16 from 9 to 11 a.m. It will feature the health care industry. A panel presentation by local business leaders and a group discussion will allow the opportunity to learn and ask questions about health-care related jobs. Registration is required for this event.

Networking is critical in a job search. To help job seekers find the “hidden job market,” the center holds networking groups to assist job seekers in this important aspect of job search. Every Monday at 1 p.m., the Unemployed Professionals Group meets to support unemployed and underemployed professionals. Each week a guest speaker from the business community addresses the group on a topic related to personal or professional development or job search skills.

The FOCUS on Your Job Search Group meets every Tuesday at 2 p.m. Participants meet with an employment counselor and other business and community experts to discuss job search challenges and strategies. Through both these groups, participants will receive support, mentoring and guidance for a successful job search.

The Lewiston CareerCenter offers orientations for people with disabilities who are considering vocational rehabilitation services. Orientations are held the third Friday of each month. Service providers are also welcome to attend. For more information, call Linda at 753-9057 or TTY 877-796-9833.

Other workshops that are held each month are: Resume Basics and Interview Skills, Job Search Skills, a Training Orientation for those considering education or training endeavors, Career Decision Making, and workshops for individuals to explore financial aid and higher education opportunities. Job Search and Resume Basics workshops are also held at the Auburn Public Library.

All CareerCenter services are free of charge. Call 753-9005 for additional information and to register for workshops held at the CareerCenter.

Maine CareerCenters provide Equal Opportunity in employment and programs. To fully participate in programs, auxiliary aids and services are available, upon request, to individuals with disabilities.