A Letter From Our Executive Director 

                               

 

We hope your spring is off to a great start. We are definitely looking forward to the warmer weather. Curently we are gearing up for some big events this spring and summer, keep your eyes open for information regarding upcoming events and invites. We look forward to seeing you all at each and appreciate your support.

 

Fortunately, NYEP just received a much needed brand new washer and dryer for resident use...thanks to Annaliese Odencrantz. Our residents could not be happier or more thankful. We would also like to thank Dianne and Rick for repairing our garage, Chip Latham for teaching our residents financial skills and Vernon "Tiger" White for his continued support and awesome MMA classes that help to teach our residents self defense and keep them in shape. We appreciate the support of individuals like this in our community, we can not thank them enough for their time and generosity.

 

We are proud of our residents and their accomplishments. In the month of March, Patty was accepted into the University of Virginia and Janinna got a job!! We are encouraged by their progress and look forward to continuing to support them in reaching their educational and career goals.

 

Lastly, it is our intent this spring to assist all of our

residents in gaining employment. We are continuing to work on building work force partnerships to make sure that this happens for all of our current and future residents. If you are interested in partnering with us, would like more information or have suggestions on how we can do this more effectively and efficiently, please email cindy.nyep@gmail.com

 

Thank you,

Monica DuPea

How to Find a Job as a Young Person

 Finding your first job as a young person can be easy if you're prepared to show what you're capable of doing to potential employers. Having a professional mannerism is important to show that you're responsible and have good work ethics. While your first job will probably not be something you want to do for the rest of your life, it should be a good working foundation. Here are a few steps to get you going:

  

1. Type up a professional resume. Since you have not had any work experience in the past, you should include other activities that you have been involved in. If you did any volunteer work, this should be included to show that you;re responsible and can mange your time effectively. If you were the captain on a sports team, you can also include this on your first resume. Also include any job skills you have for the type of job that you're looking for. For example, note how fast you can type and what computer software programs you can work with for an office position.

  

2.  Ask your friends and family members if they have seen or know anyone that is hiring. A friend that already has a job may be able to tell you of job openings they have at a business. Having connections can be very useful when job hunting.

  

3. Visit local resteraunts and retail stores to fill out applications. These are the most common jobs that young people can find since they're usually flexible on hours you can work and are willing to train new employees. Have a list of 3 references and their contact information that you can include on an application with you when you visit each location. When you are asked about your availability, be as openminded as possible with the hours you're willing to work. The easier you are to add to the company's schedule, the more chances you have at being hired.

  

4. Search job websites like Careerbuilder, Monster, Craigslist and HotJobs. There are numerous websites available with employment listings. You can upload your resume and let potential employers view it and get in contact with you if they're interested in an interview. Some websites will cater more toward part time jobs at hourly wages, while others will be more for professionals that want full time salaried positions.

  

5. Visit a local staffing agency. They will ask you to come in

6. Call companies you have visited and ask the manager or owner if they have had a chance to look at your application. This will show that you're serious about working there. They may ask you to come in for an interview at this time since it will save them from having to call you later.

  

7. Don't give up. Searching for a job can be very frustrating and time consuming. Always be on the look outwhen you are out and about and take note of who is hiring. The more jobs you apply for, the more likely you are to get a response.  

How to Create a Resume

  

A well written resume can be the key to obtaining a new job. Your resume is a snapshot of your skills, education and work history that is used to show a potential employer why you are qualified for the position. If you are a young person, you may find it difficult to create your resume because depending on your work history you may have little or no information to list as prior experience. You must craft your resume to accentuate your strengths and skills, regardless of your prior history.

  

Benefits of Volunteering for Young People Why giving may mean receiving  

  

Young volunteers participate in societal issues, recreation, religion, health, enviornment, education and arts. Why do young people volunteer? According to the Independent Sector, these are the main reasons: compassion for others, doing something for a cause that is imporatnt to them, and believing if they helped others, others would help them. Benefits to the commnuity are obvious.

• Those who need help realize others care about them.
• Beautification projects not only help neighborhoods look nice, but also help cut down on crime.
• Students considered at-risk often do better in school when they have a mentor to do work with them.
• Dogs at animal shelters recieve much-needed love and affection.

While helping others is what volunteerism is all about, young people also find out while they are giving, they are also receiving. Some of the benefits include: 

• Educational Benefits -  By doing things that interest them, young people often gain new skills and find new career opportunities that they hadn't thought of before.Young people working for animal organizations may discover that they want to be a veternarian. Those helping disabled individuals may look for careers in health care or social services. In addition, the experiences gained in volunteer settings can provide young people with skills in leadership and decision-making, and also look attractive on college and scholarship applications.
• Personal Benefits- Young people are exposed to people and circumstances they have not encountered in their life. Volunteers learn about respect and kindness through working with the homeless, serving the elderly at a retirement home, or helping disabled childern create art. Young people develop better appreciation for the little things in life and also receive a personal satisfaction of knowing that they have made a difference in someone's life and are being counted on.
• Employment Benefits- Besides finding new career opportunities, volunteering also provides young people with the skills necessary in the job market. Young people have a chance to learn important communication and interpersonal skills. The same leadership skills that will help with their education will also help in the business world. Finally, volunteering provides young people a chance to increase their knowledge in certain areas. Those activities can add experience to a resume.  The volunteer experience also provides a platform for letters of recommendation.