New career and job help program at the Library

The Altadena Library has just acquired Career Transitions, a new electronic resource offering a comprehensive guide to career change.

Residents of Altadena may access Career Transitions at the Altadena main or branch Library or from any computer by going to the library Web site and using their library card.

Career Transitions is a complete, guided, self-paced application that walks the individual through the entire process – assessing strengths and interests, exploring new opportunities, preparing a resume, finding educational opportunities and networking advice, performing a comprehensive job search and applying online.  Workers are guided by clear and concise information about career paths, industries, companies, job availability, growth potential and professional associations – organized around simple-to-navigate portals that combine overviews with statistical information and Web tools to help make well-planned career choices.

“Career Transitions is a one-stop resource for people going through career change,” said Barbara Pearson, Library Director.  “It comes at a time when people need help making life-changing career choices and libraries are becoming more and more involved in this process.  This resource helps us increase the quality of our service and meet the needs of our patrons,” continued Pearson.

Across the country, librarians report being overwhelmed with requests for materials to assist users who are making job-related decisions.  Career Transitions encompasses the entire job search process, allowing Altadena Library users and the librarians assisting them to find answers, whether they are dealing with job loss, re-training needs or looking for new career paths.  

This project is supported in whole by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act, administered in California by the State Librarian.

The main Altadena Library District is located at 600 East Mariposa Street, Altadena.  For more information, please call 626-798-0833 or check the library’s website at www.altadenalibrary.org.