I'm in a bit of a pickle....so the current job I work in now I work third and for the longest been asking for first shift. Being that I have a pre teen and a 2yr old working third is horrible. But nothing was available so I began in search for another job opportunity. After awhile I get a call back for another job working 1230 to 9 no it's not first but it has me home and off of third. So when I go to put my resignation in at my current job suddenly my job has a first shift open up and now trying to convince me to stay. But here is the kicker the position they have available puts me in a situation where my work load double, NO pay increase, and I'm working with a military style supervisor. But with the new opportunity which is the 1230 to 9 at another job I work mid day, i have pay increases, full staff always, but I'm still getting home late, and finding a daycare with those extended daycare hours seem impossible.
So I'm asking if you were me and have children what would you do? Bite the bullet and stay at current job because its first shift or take new job opportunity and pray that maybe once you get there they be willing to work with you?
I haven't had a great deal of experience with working, for the most part I have been a stay at home mom while my husband supported our family. We ended up divorcing and he took off leaving me to fend for my family, although I still haven't found a job I am grateful for companies like jobcase. I had no idea these kind of resources existed, it's very helpful when your clueless of which direction to go when trying to find a job.
I've been a stay-at-home mom for 10 years before that I took care of my sick relatives I have very little experience and I still can't find a job because of that what should I do I'm starting to feel hopeless I just want a chance but it's so hard to find anybody willing to take a chance on somebody with no work history
My last job I worked as an sales associate at Burlington, and I became pregnant and due to my age I was having a high risk pregnancy. I was told by my physician that I was to stop working and take care of myself. Now looking for work appears to be a bit difficult because I don't have a degree and I'm working on getting my driver's license. With that said the competition of searching for employment has become a challenge. Is there anyone that can relate?
6 years back I was employed and then choose to quit my job as it separated me from my spouse. Now I have a toddler at home and decided to get back to work finally in the same IT industry and not even getting called for interviews. On top of having stale skills which i know I can update, there are no one looking for people with visa status like mine where I am a dependent and still can work.
I've been home taking care of my daughter and now I want to get back to work part time. How do I go about it?
For 14 years I have not worked I'm just getting another opportunity to start working again. my kids are older now that I'm going to go back to work . no one will hire me for the reason that I don't have any work background just saying your word was a big thing before and now they need proof, they need blood ,they need everything. how can I look for a job with no background work right now i got a part time job getting payed 7.25 a hour and less that 15 hours. I need to pick my self up more the right way.
I worked 21 years ago haven’t carried a job since decided to be a stay home mom and teach my 8 kids at home home schooled them it’s really scary reaching out for job
If you spent some time at home caring for your children you are NOT alone. While 71% of moms do work outside of the home, about 29% reportedly stay home with their children. That number is up 6% since 1999. So, whether you were home with your children for six weeks, six months, or six years, the transition can be challenging, but it doesn’t need to be!
Check out these tips to help you feel prepared as you head back to work!
1- Decide what you want Take sometime and create a list of what you're looking for. What type of company will it be? What type of position? Do you want to work for a company with promotion opportunities and longer hours, OR are you looking for a job where you can go in, do your work, and head home? The clearer you are with what you want, the easier it will be to focus on those specific jobs and apply for the ones which match your list. This will also help you to avoid becoming overwhelmed by the many job postings you might be pursuing. Take the time to decide what you want!
2- Update your resume Employers value technical skills and before you start your job search, it's important to make sure your skills are up to date. Employers also value soft skills, such as the ability to communicate well, motivate others, drive change, solve problems, make decisions, and manage projects. You may have continued to develop these and other soft skills through your interactions with your children, teachers, doctors, and other parents. This will give you a huge advantage over other candidates who have strong technical skills but lack life experience. Make sure to highlight these skills on your resume as well as any other skills you have gained.
3 Prepare for the inevitable question Taking time out of work will result in gaps in your resume and interviewers will most certainly ask about them, especially if they are a year or longer. You can choose to answer this question in a couple of ways:
-You can confirm that you took some time away for personal reasons, which was the best decision for you at the time, and you're now ready to return to work.
OR
-You can confirm that you took some time away to be a mother, because it was the best decision for you at the time, and now you're ready to put the focus back on your career.
By being honest with the employer you are facing the question head on instead of evading it! Check out more ways to address your gaps in your resume [here] (https://www.jobcase.com/conversations/46cb1229-eedd-5a42-831d-5d5d3429387c).
4- Ensure you have a childcare plan By planning ahead you will save yourself a stressful decision later on. Figure out when you head back into the workforce who will take care of your child. Whether this is a family member or a daycare you want someone who is reliable, as you don’t want to constantly have issues causing you to have to leave work early or arrive late. Set this up early and have a plan in place.
5- Plan for the times where your child may get sick Eventually, the day might come where you need to pick up your child early. By having a plan B in place you can decide who will pick them up whether it’s you, a spouse, relative, or friend and how you will leave work early if needed. You can also have the discussion with your manager after you’ve been hired and tell them that while your baby is in daycare he/she may get sick sometimes and tell them you want to discuss how to handle this before it happens. Tell them the plan you have set in place and ask for suggestions. When you offer a plan you’re making less work for you manager and controlling the situation.
Returning to the workforce can feel intimidating, but it doesn't have to be. By creating a resume that highlights the amazing skills you've developed while you've been at home, and planning for the future you are well on your way to getting back to work.
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