Friday, November 8, 2013

Jobs Matter: And she's well on her way to being self-sufficient again

By Employment Services Jobs Coach Constance Taylor
 
K’s family is well on their way to becoming self-sufficient again.
Hard work, determination, and the right attitude drove K to rise above the odds. She has overcome some huge barriers - multiple warrants and utility bills totaling more than $1000.
At first, concentrating long enough to complete a good solid application was a major accomplishment. She presented herself as an undesirable candidate to most employers because of a weak work history and very little experience. 
But, as each barrier was eliminated, she began to appear more relieved and started to paint a picture of her employability and experience more effectively.
She put in tons of applications and began to attend job fairs all over the city. She went to several interviews, but didn’t get a positive response. We finally decided that a better strategy may be to apply in person and present herself to as many employers as possible.
She attended a job fair at hotel opening in the area and ended up being hired on the spot as a housekeeper. At almost the same time, her application for permanent housing was approved.
Before the end of December 2013 she will be in her new home with gainful employment. What a huge success for someone who had a hard time seeing a light at the end of the tunnel. 
 

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