#WorkingWednesday - Aric Drewette
Today we talk to Aric Drewette. Eric just started a new job at Philpott Rubber and Plastics in Aurora. Aric has been looking for work for a while and was so happy to finally land a job he really wanted! Here’s what he had to say about his job hunting experience.
Q: What made you start looking for a new job?
A: I wasn't getting enough hours and I needed more.
Q: How did you start the process?
A: I talked to my SSA Jesse about my options.
Q: Who helped you with your resume?
A: Eric Larsen at PI.
Q: How did you get to your interviews?
A: Mike Pierce, my Independent Provider drove me.
Q: How did job hunting feel? Was it a good experience?
A: Easy! Yeah, it was a good experience!
Q: How do you feel about the job you chose?
A: I like it! There are a lot of things that I can do there and I feel it will be a good job.
Q: What will you be doing?
A: I don't really know, there are so many things there, I think it'll be different each day.
Q: Do you have any advice to other people out looking for work?
A: Just keep trying don't give up!
Portage DD is working to create a team that will support your employment goals. If employment interests you, talk to your SSA. Your SSA can connect you to the resources that can help you assess your interests and skills, help you build skills, prepare for interviews, assist with your resume and employment paperwork, and help with on-the-job assistance.
Ready to begin your path to employment or hire your next best employee? Contact Tiffany Jones, Portage DD Community Employment Coordinator at tiffanyj@portagedd.org to get started.
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