by Admin | Jun 26, 2017 | Success
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.”
by Admin | Jun 26, 2017 | Success
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.
by Admin | May 1, 2017 | Success
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.
by Admin | Dec 20, 2016 | Success
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.
by Admin | Dec 19, 2016 | Success
Stephanie Robinson reports on her customer, “When Anthony first came to Man-Tra-Con, he had been unemployed for over a month. He was struggling to pay his bills and ineligible for unemployment. Anthony was interested in CDL training because he had obtained a CDL license many years ago and knew he could find self-sufficient employment with those specific skills.”
by Admin | Dec 8, 2016 | Success
When Roger visited Man-Tra-Con for assistance in April 2016, he had several barriers that prevented him from finding employment. He had a felony charge from many years ago on his record, and did not have a GED or driver’s license. Even if he had been able to drive a car to work, he did not have enough money for gas.
