Separation Resources
Support for Exiting Employees
We understand that employment separation can be a challenging experience, and we are committed to providing you with resources and support during this transition. Below, you’ll find a variety of resources designed to help you navigate this period and prepare for your next opportunity. A good starting place is with these five items:
- Separation Action Checklist
- Course: Job Search Steps for Success
- Course: Writing Effective Resumes and Cover Letters
- Course: Interview Preparation and Success
- Let’s meet! Fill out this form to request a job search support meeting with the CSU Talent Acquisition Team
Well-Being Hub & Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The well-being resources help with many aspects of your life – financial, physical, emotional, medical, family and workplace wellness. Our EAP is available to offer confidential counseling and support services for you and your family if you’re feeling overwhelmed or need someone to talk to. Access to the EAP program can continue through COBRA. You can access up to six free counseling sessions with a therapist, as well as other supportive services.
Benefit Resources
The link below provides information about benefits, COBRA, Flexible spending accounts, life insurance retirement plans, academic privileges and annual and sick leave payouts.
Unemployment Insurance
The Colorado Department of Labor and Employment (CDLE) helps people who have lost their jobs by providing temporary wage replacement through Unemployment Insurance benefits. Unemployment benefits are funded by employers and may be paid to any worker who has lost a job through no fault of their own and meets the eligibility requirements set forth by the law.
- Unemployment Insurance Guide
- Apply here for unemployment insurance payments
- Unemployment FAQ’s
- What Happens When You File for Unemployment – Indeed.com Article
Job Search Resources
Looking for work can be a daunting process. Start with these resources to support your search and encourage positive outcomes.
- We welcome you to apply for other positions at CSU! Here is a link to CSU jobs
- Create an account and turn on job notifications
- Colorado Workforce Centers provide a variety of free services to assist job seekers. These services include:
- Job Listings, computer and internet access, career counselling and training for job seekers
- Click here to locate the Workforce Center closest to you
- The Larimer Economic & Workforce Development is the closest Workforce Center to CSU, in Fort Collins
- The CSU Career Center. The CSU Career Center offers many free resources which are accessible online including:
Identifying a New Career Direction
Losing your job gives you a unique opportunity to re-evaluate where you are in your career, and if you’re happy with that placement. A job loss can be an opportunity for self-discovery and assessment. Below are some resources that can assist you in determining a new direction.
- ONET Online is a comprehensive resource for job seekers to find and learn about occupations.
- The ONET Interest Profiler can be a good first step in identifying what career path might be the best next step for you.
- Career Onestop is sponsored by the US Department of Labor. It provides interest and skills assessments to explore career paths.
Resumes, CV’s & Cover Letters
Resumes
- Course: Writing Effective Resumes and Cover Letters
- CSU Career Center Resume & Cover Letter Resources
- Sample Resumes
CV Resources
- Writing the Curriculum Vitae – Purdue University
- Academic Curriculum Vitae Example and Writing Tips
- How to Write a Faculty Position CV in 8 Steps
Cover Letters
Interviewing
- Course: Interview Preparation and Success
- Interviewing Preparation Handout
- Interview Tips
- CSU Career Center Interview Resources
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