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TURNING A SURVIVAL JOB INTO A FOREVER JOB – JULY 16
Author: Claire Hurd
Some of you may have recently seen our very own Jason Harvey featured on KHQ for a WorkSource story. Jason’s story is both touching and relatable as his situation was echoed across the community during the peak of the pandemic.
Jason’s previous employment ended due to stressors related to COVID-19. Because of this, he found himself unemployed. As a family man, he enjoyed having the extra time at home with his kids. But, his drive and desire to work left him wanting more. He reflects, “I like working. It keeps me busy. Makes me feel younger.”
Jason then turned to WorkSource Spokane for assistance on finding a new job. WorkSource put listings in front of him that weren’t necessarily in line with his career path, but it just so happened that one of those listings brought Jason to Second Harvest where he works in compliance and safety. He says, “I’ll be here forever.” after finding his “survival job” turned into a “forever job”.
Requirements for maintaining unemployment benefits in Washington State currently call for proof of at least 1 approved job search activity each week. If you need assistance completing those job search activities, WorkSource Spokane would be a great place to start (we can testify!).
https://worksourcespokane.com/
If you’re interested in working for Second Harvest, we are currently hiring for AmeriCorps positions in both our Pasco and Spokane distribution centers.
https://lavenderblush-pony-348297.hostingersite.com/careers/
If you’re interested in watching KHQ’s story on Jason Harvey, watch it here: https://www.khq.com/news/worksource-helping-job-seekers-find-employment-coming-out-of-the-pandemic/article_0826b7d8-e03c-11eb-8d07-eb4c57a75db3.html
50 YEARS OF FEEDING HOPE – OCTOBER 15
50 YEARS OF FEEDING HOPE Author: Jim Price Although food security has become emblematic of a caring community, Second Harvest. propelled by three decades of remarkable growth, has completed its first half-century by exceeding its own expectations with creative...
AGNECY SPOTLIGHT: OTHELLO FOOD BANK – OCTOBER 8
AGENCY SPOTLIGHT: OTHELLO FOOD BANK Author: Ben Prez When it comes to the client experience at the Othello Food Bank, there are few things more important to Sharon Mobley than a non-judgmental, low barrier, and kind approach. “I feel like no one should go...
BAKING FOR A CAUSE – OCTOBER 1
BAKING FOR A CAUSE - OCTOBER 1 Author: Claire Hurd Spokane transplant and Feed365 donor, Eileen May, recently sat down with us and shared a little about her passion to feed people in in her community. Feed365 is our monthly giving program intended...
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