The Gloucester County American Job Center in Thorofare is a dedicated career center for individuals seeking employment service, job matching, interview skills, resume writing, literacy programs and education and training.
“With the coronavirus pandemic continuing to affect our ability to have in person classes, the American Job Center has been keeping in contact with our clients through many of our virtual services we offer,” explained Freeholder Director Robert M. Damminger.
The Gloucester County American Job Center in partnership with Rowan College of South Jersey and our other partners, has the capacity to offer many of its services via the internet, through online platforms, or over the phone.
“Whether you’re a current customer, recently unemployed due to the COVID-19 pandemic or just looking for a career change, our staff is here and able to assist you find your next opportunity,” said Freeholder Heather Simmons, liaison to the Department of Economic Development.
Jobseekers, employers, and those looking for additional information should contact the relevant individual or organization below:
Training Services: (856) 251-6800
Improve Skills and Abilities through Training for Demand Occupations
Contact: Kathleen Albano, Senior Employment Specialist
Email: [email protected]
Division of Vocational Rehabilitation: (856) 384-3730
Assistance for Clients with Physical or Cognitive Barriers to Employment
Contact: Krista M. Lope, M.S., Supervising Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
Email: [email protected]
Veterans Services: (856) 384-3700
Job Search Assistance and Supportive Services Referrals for Veterans with Significant Barriers to Employment
Contact: Nelly David, DVOP Career Coach
Email: [email protected]
Business Services: (856) 384-3700
Provides Assistance to Employers for All Their Hiring Needs
Contact: JaNea Wilson, Business Representative
Email: [email protected]
Jersey Job Club: (856) 384-3700
Virtual Workshops to Improve Your Job Search Skills
Contact: Carolyn Sisto, Jersey Job Club Leader
Email: [email protected]
Learning Link: (856) 384-3700
Improve Basic Skills and Literacy Levels
Contact: Kasmire Blazie, Employment Counselor
Email: [email protected]
Youth One-Stop : (856) 468-5000 ext. 6841
Empower Out-of-School Youth (Ages 16-24) through Assessment, Training and Supportive Services
Contact: Scott Costello, YECC specialist
Email: [email protected]
Workforce 55+/PathStone Senior Program: (856) 549-0564 or (856) 889-2137
“Earn While You Learn” Program For Mature Workers
Contact: Gerald Davis, 55+ Senior Program
Email: [email protected]
Contact: Pat Greene-PathStone Senior Program
Email: [email protected]
RESEA PROGRAM: (856) 384-3700
Reemployment Services Eligibility and Assessment
Contact: Rebecca Clarke, Career Coach
Email: [email protected]
You can also subscribe to our Mobile American Job Center text service. The Mobile American Job Center will automatically send out text messages on new businesses, hiring events and updated information on current job openings in the county and region. This technology is supported by a mobile website and landing page and is free to download. The county’s Office of Economic Development maintains the information that will be distributed.
To subscribe to text updates, simply text Gloucester to 56512
For more information on the Gloucester County American Job Center and all of the other resources offered by the county to help residents find employment and economic stability, visit www.gcwdb.org
