Fair Chance to Succeed
Tips for the Job Search Journey! Hey friends! 👋 We all face challenges in life, and sometimes that includes dealing with a criminal background. But remember, your past doesn't define your future! Here are some ways to stay positive and move forward:
1️⃣ Surround yourself with positive people: Surrounding yourself with supportive and positive influences can help you stay motivated and focused on your goals. Surround yourself with people who believe in you and support your efforts to make positive changes in your life.
2️⃣ Set goals and make a plan: Setting short-term and long-term goals can give you a sense of purpose and direction. Make a plan to achieve your goals, and take small steps towards them each day. Celebrate your progress along the way!
3️⃣ Stay focused on your strengths: Everyone has unique strengths and talents. Focus on what you're good at and what you enjoy, and use those skills to build a positive future for yourself. Don't let your past define you, but rather, focus on your abilities and potential.
4️⃣ Practice self-care: Taking care of yourself, both physically and mentally, is crucial for staying positive. Make sure to get enough sleep, eat healthy, exercise, and engage in activities that bring you joy and relaxation. Taking care of yourself will help you feel more resilient and better equipped to face challenges.
5️⃣ Learn from your mistakes: We all make mistakes, and it's important to learn from them and use them as opportunities for growth. Reflect on what you could have done differently and use those lessons to make better choices in the future.
6️⃣ Seek support: Don't be afraid to reach out for support when you need it. Whether it's from friends, family, a therapist, or a mentor, having a support system can provide you with guidance, encouragement, and accountability.
Remember, it's never too late to make positive changes in your life. Stay focused on your goals, surround yourself with positive influences, and practice self-care. You've got this! 💪 #StayPositive #KeepMovingForward #YouAreMoreThanYourPast #motivation
I've seen a lot of Jobcasers asking about where to find employers who hire candidates with a record, and I wanted to share this resource a friend told me about. The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. They have a proactive and understanding hiring process that encourages people with felonies to apply.
The Fair Chance Initiative prevents the county from asking about an applicant's conviction history before the County makes a job offer. If something does come up after the background check, they review the specifics of the conviction taking a candidate's entire history into consideration. This includes evidence of rehabilitation, type of work applied for, and the time elapsed since the conviction, among many other things.
Los Angeles County isn't the only Fair Chance employer in the state or even the country, and I would encourage anyone having a hard time finding work in the general job market to try for local government jobs. Many of these jobs are skill-based, and can be a great fit for anyone with a bit of practical experience under their belt.
Check out the job board here and see if there's anything that may work for you.
You can also find out more information about the LA County Fair Chance Initiative here.
Good luck, fellow Jobcasers!
Ok here's an unfortunate situation that I'm currently faced with. I have a lengthy criminal history and it's something I'm not at all proud of.Ive been off of probation for almost 4 years and I'm no longer entertaining any kind of activities and I'm in a very good environment living life happy sober and crime free. I've filled out numerous applications and haven't heard back from anyone except Lyft who won't even hire me due to my background check being so extensive. It's so difficult trying to get my life on track when no one wants to hire me. I'm a very good person and a very hard worker. I want more than anything to move forward and I can't say this enough my past does not define me. I'm not going to take steps backwards only forwards but surviving is barely all I can do without a job. If anyone would give me a chance to prove myself I believe iwould be a valuable asset to their company and I know they wouldn't regret it. If anyone has any ideas I would be so grateful. Thank you very much
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I'm trying hard to find work remotely, but being incarcerated makes it a huge struggle. I hope to find someone to take a chance on me, but I've no support system to help. Any advice for this issue I have?
Does anyone know how far back they do background checks? I'm looking for a Customer Service /Office Assistant/Service Team Assistant position.
i would not change a thing, it was the best job i had ever. i was super sad when i was fired by Jim a perverted man as soon as he got promoted. I did not make a fuss but my life has not been the same since. finding a job is impossible because im a felon but OP hired me and gave me the chance.
I was sent to jail but bonded out my job said I had no call no show but let my mother called and told them I would be home in a week. I was a good worker, came in early to help out and somebody told I was fired but they sent me my paperwork and said I resigned. I never sign anything and loved my job. Now I am looking for work and can't find anything. Can any one help out.
Good question! Your ease in getting a job when you have a record may depend on your location. Some states and cities have passed laws to "ban the box" that asks applicants whether they've been convicted of a felony, however not all have. To find out which states currently have laws in place to protect applicants from discrimination based on their past I would check out this article that includes a map of all states that have "banned the box."
I would also check out Jobcase's second chances resource center for more information that may help you find resources around this issue. Wishing you all the best of luck in your job search!