Several changes to Florida's unemployment compensation rules took effect August, 1, 2011, as part of recent reforms. The major changes include a requirement that initial and ongoing unemployment claims must be filed online - no more filing by phone. The Florida Agency for Workforce Innovation (AWI)recommends using computers at a public library or local One-Stop employment center.  

Linda Bruno needs your help!  In February 2012 she will be offering an on-site workshop covering "compassion fatigue" in the library environment. To make sure the content is relevant to you, she would love to have your input as she develops the workshop...       

• What would you like to see covered in a compassion fatigue workshop? 
• What drains you when you are working with patrons?
• How do you personally sense that your helping energy is being depleted?
• How do you recover when you are totally drained?
• Are there instances that have been particularly difficult?

Email responses to Linda at Linda@LindasWorkshops.com.

Many libraries have created or enhanced their websites to provide ready access to a variety of online resources to help job seekers. WebJunction maintains a list of library websites that will be helpful if you're library is beginning to develop a resource page for job seekers and small businesses.  

If your library maintains a webpage linking to resources for job seekers please contribute to the Workforce Resources Wiki page or email the link to your library's site to Jennifer Peterson (petersoj@oclc.org).