Laid off workers

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Lost your job?

You can get help!

Check out the resources below for information about Unemployment, finding a new job, or financial assistance programs that may help you get back to work and achieving your goals. Peer Workforce Navigators are available to meet with you one-on-one or you can come to a public event like a weekly clinic or job fair hosted by us or one of our partners.

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Resources for Laid Off Workers

Click on (+) in the menu below for more information about how to apply for unemployment or where to look for jobs. 
If you would like to meet with a Peer Workforce Navigator we are currently hosting weekly clinics in Southern Maine.

  • First and Third Wednesday each month, Gateway Community Services, 124 Canal St, Lewiston, 10-12pm, Walk in only.

  • Every Friday, ProsperityME, 175 Lancaster St #216A, Portland, 9:30-1pm, Walk in only.

  • Or you can fill out our Contact form and a Navigator will be in touch soon!

  • Unemployment Insurance: Get help paying your bills while you look for work

    Apply for Unemployment!

    If you have been working for more than a few months and were laid off (or had your hours cut), you may qualify for unemployment benefits. Unemployment Insurance is program that, if you are eligible, provides you a weekly allowance to help pay your bills while you look for a new job. 

    CLICK HERE FOR DETAILED INFORMATION ABOUT HOW TO APPLY.

     

  • Jobs: Check out hiring events and get help finding a job

    Here are some job search resources for you:

    MORE JOB RESOURCES COMING SOON

    Additional hiring resources throughout Maine are hosted by Maine Career Center.

    Do you want help finding a new job or advancing your career or financial goals?
    Come to a weekly PWN clinic.

    • Lewiston: First and Third Wednesday, 10-12 @ Gateway Community Services - 124 Canal St
    • Portland: Fridays, 9:30am-1pm @ ProsperityME - 175 Lancaster St, #216A
    • Walk in only

    Or you can fill out this form to get personalized help from a Navigator near you.

    More 1:1 help applying for jobs:

    • Most Maine Career Center locations are open M-Th 8am-5pm. Check your specific locations time to confirm schedule. 
    • If you live near Portland or Belfast:
      • Make an appointment with Workforce Solutions: Get 1:1 assistance with a Career Advisor who can help you apply for jobs. 
        • Preferred: Email intake@workforcesolutionsme.org or call by phone at 207-930-7047. Please provide your name, contact details, and preferred language as well as your question or needs. You may also fill out this form online and a team member will contact you.
        • Walk-In Hours: Individuals may visit a WFS office, M-F, 8am-4pm. Appointments are preferred.  

    Job Listing Sites:

    • MaineJobLink - Sponsored by the MeDOL, there are hundreds of jobs listed on ME Joblink. Creating an account will help you easily connect to jobs, and also will help if you are filing weekly for Unemployment. 

    • CaringforME - For jobs in health care, including direct service and behavioural health

    • Amjambo Africa Job Board - Amjambo Africa! is a newspaper that provides information and news to newcomers as they navigate life in Maine. Check out their new job board!

    • Maine Association of Non-Profits Job Board - Online job board for jobs at nonprofits across Maine

PWN Community Calendar

Join us for an event in your community

Check out our community calendar (below). We host weekly clinics in Portland and Lewiston, as well as clinics across the state, so Navigators can meet one-on-one with communtiy members to meet their work and career goals. Calendar is updated frequently, check back soon.

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