Rapid Response Services for Jobseekers

Rapid Response is a service that we offer to businesses and employees affected by cutbacks and site closings. We provide early job placement assistance and other service resources. We know this is a stressful time, and we’re here to help. We would like the opportunity to meet with you to discuss our services in more detail and get to know you and your career goals.

We have assisted thousands of job seekers achieve their job search goals. Rapid Response services are unique and tailored to your needs. Rapid Response staff work directly with you through the entire job search process. Rapid Response are provided at no cost and will save you time and money. Some of our services include:

Skills-Based Resume Development

• We know what businesses are looking for in a resume. We will work with you to highlight your key skills and showcase them through a skills-based resume.

Job Search Assistance

• User friendly job search tools that make your employment research more efficient
  • New York State Job Bank: We will provide you with leads that are handpicked based on your skills and experiences, eliminating hours of work on your part sifting through postings on the internet.
  • Immediate Hiring Opportunities
  • Part-Time Opportunities
  • Upcoming job fairs and special recruitments in your region
  • InterviewStream: A web-based mock interview program that is offered free to our customers to assist you with improving your interviewing skills.
  • JobZone: You can also receive virtual one-on-one employment counseling to assist with guidance through your employment research. This site also features a resume builder.

Advocating

• Our Rapid Response teams work alongside our Business Services staff who have worked hard to build strong relationships with top businesses.  These relationships allow us to effectively advocate on your behalf.  Once you apply for a position, our staff will reach out to the business to discuss your resume and highlight your skills and fit.

To take advantage of Rapid Response services, contact your Rapid Response team. They will help you complete your Customer Registration and discuss how they can best support your job search efforts.

• Coursera: Unemployed New Yorkers will have access to nearly 4,000 programs across high-growth industries and can hone skills in data science, business, and technology. Many of these programs are pathways to certifications, professional certificates and can help elevate your career.
• New York State of Health Marketplace: Find guidance on affordable healthcare options.
• myBenefits.ny.gov: An online tool to access programs and resources such as Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, Home Energy Assistance Program, and/or Public Assistance.
• Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA): Find guidance on 401k and retirement.
• Local Career Centers: Use our locator to connect with your local Career Center. Please call ahead to ask about their appointment policy.