Getting a Job
Your Goodwill Employment Specialist will assist you in looking
for and getting a job.
They will offer as much
assistance as you need to find a job.
Your Goodwill Employment Specialist will also
encourage you to do the things you can do by yourself. You
will work together to contact employers and schedule interviews.
Applications
Most job openings require that you submit an application or resume
to be considered for the position. Your Employment Specialist
will help you gather accurate information on your employment
history so you can fill out applications completely. He or
she will also help trouble-shoot how to handle “problem
areas” on applications, such as being terminated from
a job, having gaps in your work record or having a criminal
history.
Interviewing
In your preparation for getting a job, your Employment Specialist
will most likely work with you on interviewing skills. She
or he may practice interview questions with you, or may arrange
for a “mock interview” with a business person from
the community. This is a good opportunity to receive feedback
on your interview style and the impression you make. It is
also a good time to decide how to handle “difficult” questions
that may come up in an interview, including questions about
a criminal history, reasons for leaving previous jobs or having
a history of “hopping” from one job to another.
Even if you have experience with interviewing, working to sharpen
those skills may give you the edge over other job candidates.
Keeping Your Job
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