Career Specialist Michelle Sanchez reports on her customer. “Catherine came to Man-Tra-Con seeking assistance in March 2015. She needed help with her resume and her interview skills. In addition, Catherine had not worked in an office setting in about seven years, and had already developed a one-year gap in her work history since working in retail,” Michelle explained.
Career Specialist Reba Utley reports on her customer, “After more than eight years of service, Constance “Connie” Peters voluntarily accepted a “lay off” from Marion Eye Center in Marion, Illinois. She had worked as a Purchasing Supervisor overseeing several employees. Connie frequently met with sales representatives and negotiated prices on drugs, medical supplies, office supplies and maintenance equipment.”
Career Specialist Reba Utley reports on her customer, “Cindy had been working as a Personal Assistant for a southern Illinois law firm when she was laid off in April 2016. As a single woman supporting herself, funds were tight and Cindy needed to find employment as soon as possible.
David began receiving Man-Tra-Con job seeker services in November 2015. He had previously worked at a bank for the past 20 years. Recently unemployed, he had been working at part-time or temporary positions. David needed help with creating a resume and improving his interview skills.
Jeff had been unemployed for over ten years when he visited Man-Tra-Con for job search assistance in October 2016. After struggling for many years with alcoholism and a brain injury, Jeff had lost confidence in his ability to work. He felt physically unable to make it through a typical 8-hour workday and doubted he would ever be able to find employment.