Felon needs a job for a new start
I read your book and its a really good
book. I was wondering if in any way you can help
me. At the age of 17 (in 2002), I was accused and convicted
of possession of a controlled substance. Under the felony conviction, I
received two years of intense probation which required me to be
tested for drugs once a month, see my probation officer once a
month and pay a $10.00 per month restitution
charge.
In 2003 after being on probation for six
months, I incurred a new felony charge, which violated the terms
of my probation. At
the age of 18, they found cocaine on me I was charged with
possession, intent to deliver and manufacturing of drugs. Both of
my court cases were ran concurrently. I received a four year
sentence and served 18 mos in the Illinois Department of
Corrections.
While being incarcerated, I took
responsibility for my actions, paid the penalty for the crime and
have been rehabilitated. At the age of 17 and 18, I was
young, immature and a victim of my circumstances. I lived in a poverty-stricken
neighborhood infested with drugs and economic
injustice. This is
not an excuse for the crime I committed. However, I became of product
of my environment.
When I was exposed to better opportunities, I wanted to change my
life and make a difference in my life and community. I made immature mistakes and
have since changed my life for the better.
Since being released from the Illinois
Department of Corrections in 2007, I completed various training
programs: a Medical
Assistant Program at Everest College in Merrionette Park IL and a
Cosmetology Program at Canella Beauty School in Blue Island,
Illinois. I am
trying to educate myself and make a positive contribution to
society.
Eight years later at the age of 27,
I pose no threat
to society and would like to use my compassion and
skills to help others in the healthcare industry. In addition, I currently take
care of my elderly uncle (age 70) who has multiple health
issues. I currently have me
CNA certificate I have been looking for a job for a while now and
nobody doesn't want to give me a chance. I was wondering if you
can help me. I have been given a waiver for my convictions
through Illinois Department of Public Health and every place I
apply to tell me they doesn't accept waivers. I've tried
everything I really need your Sir.
Angela
Felon needs a job for a new start
Hello
Angela,
I'm sorry
you are having so much trouble. It seems that you are
really trying to get together. Unfortunately there are
some obstacles. You
have a Cosmetology certificate. If that is what you want to
do, you should apply to small, independent hair salons. You
may have to start at the bottom by washing hair etc., but often
if you want more, you have to pay your dues.
Whenever you
get an interview, remember to tell the interviewer that you can
be bonded. The Federal Bonding Program provides fidelity bonding insurance
coverage to individuals with criminal histories and other
high-risk job applicants who are qualified, but fail to get jobs
because regular commercial bonding is denied due to their
backgrounds.
Contact:
Re-entry Employment Service Program
33 South State Street
Chicago, IL 60603
312-793-1107
Web Site: www.ides.state.il.us/exoffenders
If you ever have an interview with a private employer, mention that they may be eligible for a federal tax credit just by giving you a chance. The Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) is a federal tax credit to reduce the federal tax liability of private for profit employers to be used as an incentive for employers to hire individuals from eight different targeted groups: TANF recipients, veterans, ex-felons, high risk youth, summer youth, Food Stamp recipients, SSI recipients, and vocational rehabilitation referrals.
Contact:
State wide Program Manager WOTC
33 South State Street
Chicago, IL 60612
312-793-1597
Web Site: www.ides.illinois.gov/page.aspx?item=80
I hope this helps.
Ex-offenders and convicted felons can get jobs with Federal Bonding Program
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Felon needs a job for a new start
