Sandra Lopez felt depressed and discouraged before coming to JobLink. "I was recently laid-off and was without work for approximately five months," she said. Like many unemployed San Jose residents who come to JobLink Sandra appeared dimly hopeful. She came to JobLink because she had received a Sacred Heart Community Service flyer with information on how to contact employers listed in JobLink's Area. Sandra wasted little time and immediately attended mandatory Orientation and Job-search Workshops. Next she set up an appointment with a JobLink mentor who reviewed and typed her resume. With copies of resume in hand Sandra proceeded to use JobLink's telephones to call employers. She faxed and emailed her resumes. Within three weeks she had secured a job at a prestigious company in San Jose.

Sandra credits our voicemail service with helping her tremendously since she was without a reliable phone. The voicemail made it possible for her to maintain contact with employers. She complements our Job-search coaches who shared several interviewing tips some of which helped her get the job.

With jubilation we celebrate Sandra's two months job retention and her current earnings of $19.00 per hour. Sandra urges other job-seekers to "never give up, no matter what. Life comes to light once again when your goal is reached. Set clear goals, work at them daily, don't hold back. There are great people ready to help at Sacred Heart Community Service. "

Did you know?

• In the last month alone, the JobLink office assisted 772 persons seeking help in their job search.
• On a daily basis, our team of qualified staff and volunteers assists individuals with skills for submitting job applications, resume writing and interviewing.

How you can help?

• Provide bus passes to assist our customers with their transportation needs for work
• Volunteer to help!
• Donate a bicycle for transportation for a customer for work