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What is the Mosaic Center? Your Starting Point for Healthcare Careers
Jan 28, 2026
Learn how our Indianapolis-based career center helps people prepare for stable healthcare careers through coaching and support If you’re looking for a new job right now, it’s easy to feel pressured to take the first thing that comes along. The Mosaic Center helps people take that first step in a way that makes sense for their lives right now. The Challenge Many People Face Many people come to the Mosaic Center when they are: Between jobs Looking for something more reliable Tired of work that doesn’t lead anywhere Healthcare can offer long-term stability, but it can also feel confusing at the start. “We help people slow down just enough to build a plan that leads to stability, not just the next paycheck,” says Shadreck Kamwendo, Mosaic Center Director. Coaching can help you: Learn about healthcare job options Understand what training or certification may be needed Identify barriers to success on the job, like transportation or childcare Build confidence before applying for jobs What the Mosaic Center IS (and Is Not) The Mosaic Center is: A starting point for healthcare careers A place for one-on-one career and financial coaching A long-term partner, not a one-time visit Free for eligible members The Mosaic Center is not: A quick hiring event A place that promises instant job placement A shortcut without preparation Healthcare careers reward people who are ready. Who the Mosaic Center Serves The Mosaic Center serves adults in Marion County who are interested in healthcare careers and do not currently hold a four-year degree. Healthcare offers something different: Stable, reliable work Opportunities to learn and grow A career that can support you and your family over time “We’re here to help people see past the next job and build toward something that lasts,” says Mosaic Center Integrated Career Coach Maria Baca Vilchez.
Skip the Online Application Maze: Meet with an IU Health Recruiter on Feb. 5
Jan 21, 2026
Attend IU Health Application Day on Feb 5 and ask for yourself. On Thursday, February 5, 2026, IU Health is doing something different. We’re bringing recruiters to the Mosaic Center for an in-person Application Day so you can meet face-to-face, ask questions, and get a clear next step. You’ll meet one-on-one with an IU Health recruiter for a 15-minute prescreen interview. Event details IU Health Application Day at the Mosaic Center Location: 1776 N.
How Mosaic Center & IU Health Partnered to Support Area 31 Pre-Nursing Students
Dec 9, 2025
On December 5, 2025, the Mosaic Center for Work, Life + Learning teamed up with Indiana University Health to support Area 31 Career Center’s Mock Interview Day , an immersive experience designed to help pre-nursing students build confidence and practice real-world communication skills. Students split their school day between their home high school and specialized training at Area 31, where programs like pre-nursing give them an early, hands-on introduction to clinical concepts and patient care fundamentals. With support from Mosaic Center’s K-12 Program Lead Matt DeGolyer, nursing hiring leaders and the IU Health HR team, pre-nursing students had the chance to: Practice realistic, one-on-one interview conversations Get real-time feedback on communication, professionalism, and presentation Build confidence in discussing their experiences, skills, and goals This event reflects the Mosaic Center’s ongoing commitment to expand access to healthcare career pathways and support young people at the earliest stages of their journey.
Building Career Pathways Is The Cure for Our Healthcare Workforce Shortage
Nov 19, 2025
It reflects the vision behind the Mosaic Center for Work, Life + Learning and the critical role of career pathways in addressing Indiana’s healthcare workforce shortage. As we enter the final months of the year, these workforce challenges remain front and center for Indiana’s healthcare system. As someone who serves both in ministry and workforce development, I see this moment as both a challenge and a calling: to open clear pathways for people in our community to step into these vital roles with practical tools, training, and encouragement. Effective workforce development integrates career coaching, skills training, and supports that address the whole person, recognizing that success depends not only on education but also on overcoming everyday barriers. Strengthening our community and economy The ripple effects of healthcare workforce development extend far beyond the walls of hospitals. It also requires the support of local residents — whether that’s encouraging someone you know to consider a career in healthcare, spreading the word about available programs, or supporting policies that invest in workforce development. With the right training and support, you could be part of the next generation of caregivers shaping the future of healthcare in Indianapolis. Learn how Mosaic Center Membership can support your clinical or non-clinical career pathways.
Take Your First Step Toward a Career in Healthcare at our Nov 20 Orientation
Nov 12, 2025
Register to attend this free Mosaic Center Orientation exploring our unique program and pathways to a career at IU Health — November 20 starting at 4 P.M. The Mosaic Center is here to help you take the next step toward advancing your healthcare career, landing a job at IU Health, and to support you all along the way. Join us for the free Mosaic Center Orientation on November 20, beginning at 4 p.m.
Nov 19 - Home Buying Readiness Workshop
Nov 7, 2025
Plan your journey to owning your own home Join us for this FREE Mosaic Center home buying journey workshop in partnership with Habitat of Humanity of Greater Indianapolis and INHP — November 20, 2026. The Mosaic Center for Work, Life + Learning is partnering with Habitat for Humanity of Greater Indianapolis and INHP (Indiana Neighborhood Housing Partnership) to host a free Home Buying Readiness Workshop on Wednesday, November 19, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Nov 13 - IU Health Application & Career Day in partnership with the Mosaic Center to connect job seekers with career opportunities in healthcare
Oct 31, 2025
INDIANAPOLIS – IU Health, in partnership with the Mosaic Center, is hosting an Application-Career Day designed to help individuals take the next step in their healthcare careers. Career opportunities include: Administrative and registration specialist roles Medical assistants, patient care assistants, and certified surgical techs Supply chain and EVS roles (housekeeping, patient transporters, cafeteria) Sterile processing techs, EMTs, and lab assistants (phlebotomy) WHEN: Thursday , November 13, 2025 Session 1: 10:00 a.m.
October 1: Top 3 Reasons to Join the Mosaic Center Fall Orientation
Sep 26, 2025
Register to attend this free Mosaic Center orientation exploring our unique program and pathways to a career at IU Health — Wednesday, October 1st. The Mosaic Center is here to help you take your first step into a career in healthcare and to support you every step along the way.
June 27 Info Session: The IU Health Sterile Processing Earn and Learn Program
Jun 5, 2024
Register to attend this free Mosaic Center webinar exploring IU Health's Sterile Processing Earn and Learn Program — Tuesday, June 27 at 12 pm.