America's Job Center of California (AJCC) Access Point

Need help getting a job?
Or improving your skills to get a job?

Mt. Diablo Adult Education offers job readiness and career search workshops and resources on campus, through a unique partnership with Contra Costa County and nine local organizations. Following are some of the services that are available at no cost to students and other participants at the Loma Vista Adult Center:

• Résumé writing and career workshops

• Access to job postings and hiring events

• Computers, printers, copier and scanner available for job search

• Access to CalJOBS, the state’s best online resource for job seekers

• Career Assessments, matching interests and skills to career opportunities

• Typing certification tests

• Training and education information

• WIOA Career Coach available

For more information about AJCC Access Point services, please contact Andrea Murphy, Workforce Programs Coordinator, at murphya@mdusd.org. 
 

          
 

WIOA PROGRAM

Learn about the Workforce Innovation Opportunity Act (WIOA) and how you can receive individualized career services, including employment search assistance from a Career Coach and funds for training. Start by attending a WIOA Information Session (see monthly calendar) or email Parwin Paigham, WIOA Career Coach at parwinp@rubiconprograms.org.

Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Information Session (WIOA)
June 4, Room D-8, 11:30am-12:30pm
Email Parwin Paigham at parwinp@rubiconprograms.org to sign up. 
Join Parwin Paigham, WIOA Career Coach, to learn more about the Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act (WIOA) and how it can help Contra Costa County residents access employment, education, training, and support services to succeed in today’s labor market.

Workshop: Using AI for Interview Preparation
June 8, Room D-8, 1:30-3:00pm
Email Eunyoung Cho at choe@mdusd.org to sign up.Discover how AI tools can help your interview preparation. This class will cover the introduction of AI, how to analyze job descriptions, and prepare for interviews with AI-generated insights. Learn how to use AI to craft strong interview responses and generate potential interview questions. Designed for those with basic email skills, this session will help you approach your job search with confidence and efficiency.

Workshop: Overcoming Job Search Rejection
June 24, Room D-8, 3:00-4:00pm
Email Lisa Franklin at franklinl@mdusd.org to sign up.Whether you have encountered silence from employers after submitting applications or have been turned down after interviewing for a job you had your heart set on, this workshop is for you. Learn why rejection happens, how to respond to rejection emails, and how to create a plan for going forward.

Drop-In for Job Search 
Offered most Wednesdays and Thursdays. See monthly MDAE-AJCC Career Center calendar for dates and times.
Drop in to the Career Center for job search activities, including resume review, keyboarding certification tests, internet job search, career assessments and more.

Keyboarding Certification Test
See monthly MDAE-AJCC Career Center calendar for dates and times.
Take a timed test in order to earn a certificate that will demonstrate your keyboarding speed and accuracy to potential employers. You will be able to take one or more 1-minute keyboarding warm-ups before taking up to two 5-minute timed tests. Be sure to bring a picture ID with you. Note that the keyboarding test is offered in both the AJCC Career Center and the Student Study Center.  Check the monthly calendar for detailed scheduled information.

Metrix Learning
Email Andrea Murphy at murphya@mdusd.org for more information.
Metrix is an online learning system designed to help individuals upgrade existing skills or learn new ones. In addition to training, numerous resources for career exploration and skill assessment are included. Metrix offers access to a wide range of courses and career pathways in a user-friendly, self-paced platform. There is no cost for a one-year license when signing up through Mt. Diablo Adult Education’s AJCC Career Center. Printable certificates are available upon successful competition of online course requirements.

Note: There are no fees for any of the workshops or services provided by the MDAE AJCC Career Center.