Trouble getting a job because of felonies
I have felonies that are 12 years old. I completed all probation and everything I had to do. I turned my life around since all of that happened. I dont even have a speeding ticket or parking ticket on my record since the felonies. Well I'm having a hard time finding a job that actually pays decently because most places do background checks and will not hire felons. I'm drug and alcohol free and a hard worker and have certifications and 2 yr college trade school graduate and still cant find a job. I'm 40 years old. I need to be able to pay rent and everything else that comes with being an adult. That is not possible with no 10$ hr job. PLEASE HELP WITH ADVICE!!
you do housekeeping or laundry at a hotel and part of your check will pay for the room. thats what my husband does and he is a felon.
Google "felon friendly employers" to find companies that will consider you.
Hi steve dzurinda ! I am so sorry to hear that things have been a struggle for you lately.
You're definitely not alone, as others here on Jobcase have faced this as well.
• For support join this [group] (https://www.jobcase.com/groups/EFDAAB25684C498FB2AFCC626B1E30C4)
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• For companies that hire ex-offenders check some out some [here] (https://exoffenders.net/employment-jobs-for-felons/) as well as info about the benefits an employer will gain from hiring you [here] (https://www.iseek.org/exoffenders/find-job/benefits-ex-offenders.html)
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