February 19, 2019 -- Westchester County Executive George Latimer and Commissioner of the Department of Probation Rocco Pozzi are pleased to announce the first Westchester County Probation Career Expo. The Expo, which is scheduled for March 1 at the Westchester County Courthouse Jurors Lounge, is designed to expose probationers 16 years or older to potential employers, training specialists and other employment related services. The Probation Department designed the expo for probationers who are unemployed, seeking new higher-paying jobs, or looking to explore a new career path. The Career Expo is just one of the many programs provided by the Department, in an effort to rehabilitate and guide probationers to become productive members of society.
Westchester County Executive George Latimer said: “The County’s probationers are an untapped resource for Westchester’s workforce. The career expo is the perfect opportunity for individuals to build self-esteem, learn about valuable employment resources, and discover new ways to better themselves for reintegration into society.”
Probation Commissioner Rocco Pozzi said: “We recognize the importance of being able to obtain employment and become self-sufficient, which contributes to improved self-esteem and law abiding behavior. Any assistance the Probation Department can provide to help individuals placed in our care to achieve these goals is our responsibility.”
In the weeks leading up to the expo, members of the Probation Department’s Services Unit will assist individuals with resume building, and conduct workshops to improve interview skills. Cognitive life skills will also be addressed to assist in developing better decision-making skills. For more information about the Expo, contact the Westchester County Department of Probation at (914) 995-3529.