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Careers for Individuals with Criminal Records
Ex-convicts often face immense challenges in finding employment after being released from prison. Securing a job is one of the most daunting tasks they must confront, as over 80% of employers nowadays utilize some form of background check, greatly limiting the job opportunities available to those with felony or even misdemeanor convictions. The ubiquitous question, "Have you ever been convicted of a felony?", on job applications serves as a barrier to employment for this marginalized population.
Regrettably, the stigma attached to a criminal record often overshadows the nuances of individual cases. Not every felon is inherently a "bad person"; there are numerous valid reasons why someone may have been convicted of a crime, from standing up for one's rights to being in the wrong place at the wrong time. Many felony convictions stem from non-violent offenses, such as failure to pay taxes or refusing to testify against a friend, which are hardly crimes against humanity. Yet, these individuals are often treated no differently from violent offenders when it comes to employment prospects.
The phrase, "Sorry, we don't hire FELONS!" is all too common, even though parole terms frequently require ex-convicts to secure employment or face the prospect of returning to jail. Even those without parole requirements must still find a way to support themselves, further compounding the challenges they face.
This guide aims to provide valuable information and resources to assist ex-cons and their families in navigating the employment landscape. It will delve into the complexities of background checks, offer strategies for addressing convictions during interviews, and much more, all with the goal of empowering individuals to take the crucial first steps towards a new and better life.
By shedding light on the nuances of criminal convictions and the societal biases that often hinder ex-convicts' reintegration into the workforce, this guide seeks to foster a more compassionate and understanding approach to the challenges faced by this population. Through the dissemination of practical information and guidance, the guide aspires to open up new avenues of opportunity and help ex-cons reclaim their lives and reestablish their place in society.
Order your copy now and embark on the path towards a fresh start, where the past need not define the future.
product information:
| Attribute | Value | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| publisher | Elite Minds Inc (July 4, 2009) | ||||
| language | English | ||||
| paperback | 60 pages | ||||
| isbn_10 | 0977476057 | ||||
| isbn_13 | 978-0977476053 | ||||
| item_weight | 2.4 ounces | ||||
| dimensions | 5 x 0.1 x 8 inches | ||||
| best_sellers_rank | #1,342,502 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #556 in Job Interviewing (Books) #3,377 in Job Hunting & Career Guides #4,555 in Criminology (Books) | ||||
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