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Daniel Farmer
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over 6 months ago

I literally have applied to hundreds of employers, submitted hundreds of copies of my resume, tailored hundreds of cover letters, and attended dozens of interviews, yet I am still unemployed. I will concede that I have a non-violent, non-sexual criminal history, consisting of several convictions from over a decade ago. I was released from custody on December 26, 2023, after serving nearly thirteen (13) years in the Colorado Department of Corrections. A recent background investigation conducted by Amazon revealed only the escape conviction for which I was released. I have had many contingent offers of employment made, accepted, and tragically rescinded. My roommate, who is in a similar situation with a burglary conviction from over a decade ago, was immediately hired as a remote Candidate Support Associate by Amazon, a company renowned for its commitment to reintegrating justice-involved individuals. However, I am one signature away from being refused employment for a Locker+ Customer Service Associate role I recently applied for. I have so much work experience and a very marketable skillset that my contributions to any employer are limitless, but companies seem to prioritize scrutinizing criminal histories over recruiting qualified candidates. The desire and motivation I once had to contribute to society as a committed, loyal, and highly productive employee has sapped my life force. Do I push forward, and if so, where can I find an employer that will give me a chance?

#barrierstoemployment #can'tgetajob

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Mary Reese
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over 6 months ago

What I loved working at #Can’tretialvitreous

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Christy Files
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over 6 months ago

Being nervous about my performance. Once I seen the ease of it all, it was a piece of cake!

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Jennifer Shaffer
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Linda Dunn
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over 6 months ago

HHA is Home Health Aide (or Assistant). They are not certified, and can help with duties such as general housekeeping, and companionship. CNA is Certified Nursing Assistant, and can make more per hour then HHA. They have to work certain number of hours under an LPN or RN ion order to keep their license (certificate). Most companies will pay more if you have CNA license then an HHA. Hope this helps Linda D.

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Rebecca Robinson
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over 6 months ago

I have been to some resume writing classes, and have gained some real valuable insie to closing gaps, or explainging gaps in my employement but it's almost a catch 22 because I will take an assignment to pay the bills, keep my skills updated etc but they are usually temp/contract ( short term). So I am getting pinged for taking short term jobs as a means of survival but when looking for a long term committment, they ask about the gaps.. #can'twin

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