SERVICES
The Human Resources Department's S.E.E.K (Supporting - Empowering - Engaging - Keeping) Program, provides personalized career coaching using a variety of tools. Employees using The S.E.E.K. Program will be assigned a personal coach to guide them through the job transition process.
Internal Resources
WORKSHOPS
The Human Resources facilitators are prepared to assist employees who are directly impacted by downsizing. Based on employee needs and Department request, the following workshops are available:
Individual Employee Workshops
The S.E.E.K. Orientation is a three-hour workshop for employees and includes:
- Important information for those who have either received a notice of lay off or are concerned that they may be "at risk" for lay off.
- Information on reemployment services and connections to job resources internal and external to the county.
- Information from a local business coach who is in touch with the marketplace and who can assist you with the practical “how-to’s” in your job search.
- EDD information on filing for unemployment insurance.
- Opportunity to ask questions to an HR liaison about the lay-off process.
- County Benefits overview.
- Highlights of the S.E.E.K. coaching services.
- Participants will begin to develop their employment action plan and receive relevant information on resume writing.
The schedule for the S.E.E.K. Orientations will be provided in the event lay-off notices are disseminated.
The S.E.E.K. Orientation is a three-hour workshop for managers and includes:
- Important information for those who have either received a notice of lay off or are concerned that they may be "at risk" for lay off.
- Information on reemployment services and connections to job resources internal and external to the County.
- Information from a local business Coach who is in touch with the marketplace and who can assist you with the practical “how-to’s” in your job search.
- EDD information on filing for unemployment insurance.
- Opportunity to ask questions to an HR liaison about the lay-off process.
- County Benefits overview for managers.
- Overview of the S.E.E.K. coaching services.
- Participants will begin to develop their employment action plan and receive relevant information on resume writing.
The schedule for the S.E.E.K. Orientations will be provided in the event lay-off notices are disseminated.
When we talk about resiliency we are talking about the ability to snap back from change or misfortune that has been imposed upon us. The question we will explore in this workshop is why do some people suffer hardships and not falter. How do they persevere and adapt when things go awry? The good news is that we can learn from those who have shown resilience and learn skills to increase our own resiliency.
The date and time for this workshop will be provided in the event lay-off notices are disseminated.
This workshop teaches job seekers how to prepare yourself for a professional interview. Whether you are being interviewed for a job because your name was on an eligible list or not, being prepared for your job interview will certainly improve your chances of being selected for the job.
- Learn all about the interview process from the employer’s point-of-view.
- Find out how research can improve your chances to get hired.
- Learn the best ways to answer interview questions and what employers are trying to figure out.
- Understand how preparation can turn the tables in your favor.
This 1.5-hour workshop will be scheduled in the event lay-off notices are initiated.
Regardless of the reason for job loss, it is difficult to understand and process. However, there are certain emotions you are likely to experience:
- Denial
- Disbelief
- Outward Anger
- Inward Self Criticism
- Withdrawal
- Reflection
- Acceptance
This workshop equips you to identify when you are going through the emotions associated with loss and will equip you with strategies for how to manage your emotions and create momentum for transition to the new opportunities.
The date and time for this workshop will be provided in the event lay-off notices are disseminated.
This workshop provides tips for managing your financial resources during crises times. Budgeting tools and steps to take for career transition are provided in this seminar. Concepts covered include budgeting 101 for managing household personal finances during challenging times. Practical tools will be provided for development of your personal financial transition plan.
The date and time for this workshop will be provided in the event lay-off notices are disseminated.
If you are impacted by a lay-off and are planning to obtain another position, you may schedule a mock interview through your personal coach as part of your career transition support. The mock interview practice allows you to have a personalized practice session with live subject matter experts who will provide coaching critique of your interview. (This one hour practice session includes the feedback from the mock panel).
The date and time for this practice opportunity will be provided in the event lay-off notices are disseminated.
This workshop teaches job seekers how to prepare a professional resume that reflects their skills, knowledge and education that are relevant to the job they are seeking. Some of topics covered in this workshop are:
- What information to include in your resume
- How to clearly and concisely present your skills and abilities
- Styles of resumes
- Common rules and common mistakes made in a resume
This workshop is 1.5 hours and taught as part of the S.E.E.K. Orientation by the WIB team of professionals supporting employee transition.
CONTACT INFORMATION
S.E.E.K. COORDINATOR
S.E.E.K. Liaison Contact Information
Phone Number: 1 (831) 755-5395
Email: LunaCorreaJ@co.monterey.ca.us
HUMAN RESOURCES FACILITATORS
The Human Resources facilitators will provide the following services:
- S.E.E.K. orientation for impacted employees
- Workshop coordination and facilitation
- Training for S.E.E.K. coaches
- Resources and support for the overall logistics of the S.E.E.K. program
- Coordination with internal and external resources for career transition
Human Resources Facilitators and Training Support Contact Information
Phone Number: 1 (831) 796-3087
Email: WalkerY@co.monterey.ca.us
Phone Number: 1 (831) 755-6241
Email: RosalesM2@co.monterey.ca.us
HR PROFESSIONAL COACHES
The HR Professional Coaches will provide private one-on-one career coaching to assist you with your employment needs. Our coaches provide the following services:
- In-placement
- Personal Consultation
- Career transition planning
- Liaison with Office for Employment Training
- Job search resources
To schedule a coaching appointment, please contact the S.E.E.K. Coordinator at 1 (831) 755-5395.