Fair Chance to Succeed

Former gang leader and death row convict Benny Lee pushes prisoner rehabilitation by reconsidering the procedure. He currently works for TASC as a community liaison and reentry expert, preparing people for successful transitions and aiding communities in reintegrating people back into their communities.

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Need a second chance after serving time? Good, felon-friendly jobs are available with the government and various companies. But you need to know how to get hired as an ex-offender. That includes deciding on a trade or other type of career to pursue, getting extra training if you need it, taking advantage of programs for ex-convicts, and more.

Millions of Americans have felony convictions. If you're one of them, you know that good jobs for felons aren't necessarily easy to come by. Securing employment is often the biggest challenge for ex-offenders and felons in this country. Opportunities can seem very sparse.

Even so, finding felony-friendly jobs is not impossible. Many ex-convicts are offered second chances, and you can join them. But first, it's important to remember a couple of things: Your experience is not uncommon. And the potential consequences of not persisting in your job search can be dire.

For felons, almost any legitimate job is better than the alternative of turning to crime. The job-search process can sometimes feel unfair and frustrating, but those who persist and know where to look often discover new reasons for hope and optimism about their futures. Jobs that hire felons may not be well advertised, but they are available if you make the extra effort necessary to find and qualify for them.

Some options require little to no post-secondary training. Many programs in the skilled trades will set you up for a paid apprenticeship, so you can earn a decent income while learning and gaining experience in your trade of choice.

Note: Not all employment opportunities within the following occupational areas are felon-friendly. They always depend on the policies and attitudes of each individual employer. And some of them depend on the vocational licensing regulations within your state. Certain felony convictions may Median hourly wage: $18.23 Typical qualifications: Vocational certificate

Delivery Driver Being a good driver can be very valuable in the job market. As long as you haven't committed theft or any serious traffic infractions (such as driving while intoxicated), you might be able to land a job that involves picking up and delivering packages or merchandise.

Median hourly wage: $17.62 Typical qualifications: Valid driver's license and a clean driving record

Shipping and Receiving Clerk Every large warehouse and big-box store requires clerks to handle and prepare incoming and outgoing merchandise or other materials. They tend to verify records, double-check items being delivered, and arrange shipments. It's a good job for certain kinds of ex-offenders who can be trusted with a lot of important details.

Median hourly wage: $17.74 Typical qualifications: High school diploma or GED

Helper to Construction Tradespeople What jobs can a felon get in the construction trades without becoming a licensed journeyman? Become a helper. Many skilled tradespeople need assistants willing to perform basic tasks such as carrying materials, holding tools, cleaning equipment and work sites, and helping with simple projects. For example, many carpenters, electricians, roofers, and stonemasons hire helpers. The bonus is that being a helper can provide a good introduction to a specific trade, which can help you decide whether to pursue it further yourself.

Median hourly wage: $18.04 Typical qualifications: High school diploma, GED, or vocational certificate

Barber Knowing how to cut and style men's hair, give clean shaves, and trim beards is a good set of skills to have. You might even be able to offer a mobile barbering service and go to your clients' homes or workplaces to make things more convenient for them. First, however, you should find out whether you'll be able to qualify for a barbering license in your state. Certain kinds of felonies might disqualify you.

Median hourly wage: $14.27 Typical qualifications: Vocational certificate or associate degree

Landscaping Worker Do you mind doing physically intensive work? Many gardening and landscaping companies hire people to help trim, water, fertilize, and plant lawns and other vegetation for their clients. Many of them also need people to help dig small trenches for sprinkler systems. And in some cases, they are willing to allow certain ex-cons to prove that they are honest and reliable workers.

Median hourly wage: $16.55 Typical qualifications: Vocational certificate or high school diploma or less

Dog Trainer Being around domesticated animals can be good for your mental health, especially if you've had to spend time in prison. Dogs are particularly worthy companions, which is why they are incredibly popular with many pet owners. Many dog owners will pay good money for help with training their canine companions to follow commands, stay well-behaved, or even perform basic tricks. That's why this industry sometimes offers enjoyable jobs for felony offenders who don't have violent backgrounds and want a chance at self-employment.

Median hourly wage: $15.04 Typical qualifications: Vocational certificate

Cook The culinary industry has a strong track record of being a good source of jobs for ex-cons. Many restaurants don't perform background checks. And if you prove that you can be counted upon, then this industry often provides opportunities for moving into higher, better-paying positions. Plus, in addition to restaurants, you might be able to find employment opportunities at institutional cafeterias. Just be aware that places like schools and hospitals will probably have stricter requirements and want to check your background for certain felonies.

Median hourly wage: $14.00 Typical qualifications: High school diploma or vocational certificate

Stock Clerk or Order Filler Large stores, warehouses, and distribution centers employ many people to help unload trucks, stock shelves, fill customers' orders, set up displays, and organize stock inventories. You may have to work early in the morning or late at night, but this kind of job can be fun in its own way. A felony conviction for theft, violence, or drug use may cause employers to not want to hire you. But if you can show good references and prove that you've matured as a person, you may have a chance at landing a position.

Median hourly wage: $14.48 Typical qualifications: High school diploma or less"

Remember to consider what skills you already possess that could be transferable. Look for job fairs and hiring events in your area. Check the local Union websites for hiring events and training schedules.

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1- General Information about Felon Friendly Companies Let's first note that when we talk about felon friendly companies it doesnt mean they hire ex-felons just like they would anyone else, it rather means they will not check your background until they offer you a job. This implies that you compete on a foot of equality. Most often these companies signed the Fair Chance Pledge launched a few years ago. Some companies specify the felony needs to be a certain number of years back ( according to the state's expungement laws)

2 - Expunge your past felony: There is a recent trend to widen up expungement laws to many categories of felonies.If you qualify you request it in the Court that charged or convicted you. Most the time, murder, sex offense and child abuse dont benefit from these more lax laws. To file a request, you typically need a certain number of years to have passed SINCE YOU FINISHED THE SENTENCE NOT THE FELONY OR CONVICTION DATE. Obtaining an expungement can save you a great deal of trouble in your future job searching.

3 - Free Legal Advice: Requirements to qualify for expungement can be difficult to sort out by the average person so here is a list of free legal advice places you can go to:

• https://freegrantsforfelons.org/free-legal-assistance-for-felons/#:~:text=State%20Bar%20Associations%20%E2%80%93%20Every%20state,bono%20attorneys%20in%20your%20area.

• https://www.lsc.gov/about-lsc/what-legal-aid/i-need-legal-help

• https://www.justice.gov/eoir/list-pro-bono-legal-service-providers

4- Two great Sites to find jobs for Ex Felons

• This site with super rich and down to earth information https://helpforfelons.org/jobs-for-felons-california/. They compile a list of companies with felon friendly hiring policies and divided their work by state which is not a minor value..

• http://www.reentryworks.com/

5 - Best Paying Job Free Training - Software programming is surely one of the best paying jobs. These ex felons get you ready for it for FREE. You do need to do some general non programming testing to qualify. https://www.nextchapterproject.org/: Thanks @Scott Silvers for this great site.

6 - Craigslist: If you dont see any company in your state hiring for what you are looking for, I'd suggest trying this site.Its great to find customer service, sales, moving and virtual assistance jobs. The thing is to look for offers from individuals only, not companies, that way its more likely they wont annoy with background checks. If you can have some great references in letter form, of course, it should help a lot.

7 - Trucking Companies: Many are Felon friendly. https://helpforfelons.org/become-truck-driver-with-felony/

8- AI companies: There are online jobs in artificial intelligence that hire with no background check ever. Its mostly about evaluating websites. No experience needed and no interviews, You study a guide they give you and pass an open book quiz.

• Telus International, Appen, Liveops.

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Albert, a parent, and passionate community service volunteer, wants to make society a better place for those with previous convictions. Despite several obstacles, such as housing and job, he feels that knowing that everyone is a unique and that classifying them is harmful to progress. Albert's commitment to duty and hard work began in rural Georgia, and he served in the military before earning a master’s in liberal arts degree at the University of South Florida St. Petersburg. He is now drafting laws to minimize recidivism and enhance rehabilitation for convicted offenders. Video Please, share your thoughts or experiences in the comments section below. 👇🏻

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