Just need one shot at a good paying job with benefits. And someone willing to train me.
I've got a messed up criminal history. But I have served my time. I've been home 2 years, and I'm having a hard time landing a good paying job. I've got a vehicle. I've got a good support system. I've got always good relationship with my children and family. But I need to provide for them,better than what I am doing now. I'm struggling to hang on, and keep my sanity and composure. But I don't see a break coming my way! I need help!! I'm almost 42,but in great shape. I am a fast learner, when taught correctly. I just need one shot!! I've tried everything. All I want to do is provide for my children. And prove that I am worth the chance!!
Hello Melvin, You're definitely not the only person on Jobcase going through this. There's a group just for ex-offenders on Jobcase if you'd like to join: https://www.jobcase.com/groups/EFDAAB25684C498FB2AFCC626B1E30C4
Here's a fantastic resource specifically for ex-offenders in the world: https://exoffenders.net/. This website was created to help folks in your position learn about their options and give them the tools they need to re-enter the workforce. They also offer a really helpful list of companies that are known for hiring ex-offenders: https://exoffenders.net/employment-jobs-for-felons/. You can search for jobs at these companies by clicking Jobs & Companies at the top of the Jobcase page to get the job search page!
Here's another site that might offer you some help: https://www.iseek.org/exoffenders/index.html-- it actually gives you information about some of the benefits for the employer for hiring you: https://www.iseek.org/exoffenders/find-job/benefits-ex-offenders.html.
Our job search page can be found at: https://jobcase.com/jobs/search. Some of the jobs on our site have 1 click apply, but for many jobs you need to click the job title to follow the link and complete the employer’s application process.
Best of luck!
Good luck. Know that most of us are out here with that same goal in mind.... find a job that will give them a chance to show our talents, regardless of our history. It is not easy to find that place, but they are out there. Keep the faith. It is wonderful that you appear to have a strong work ethic and are concerned about the issues that matter, providing for your family. I will keep you in my prayers that you find if not the perfect position, at least an acceptable position that will accommodate that for you.