Filling Out Applications
WHERE SHOULD A SEX OFFENDER APPLY?
One of the many concerns of a sex offender is “where do I apply?” Well there is a very easy to understand short answer for this one. EVERYWHERE! You must apply everywhere that does not violate any sex offender law or stipulation of your release. This literally means every single store, restaurant, factory and whatever else you can think off. In doing this you will open up as many options as possible. Who cares if you are shoveling manure at a farm. Its a job and having a job is better then no job.
A lot of the time, sex offenders complain about not being able to get a job because they do not have the skills or experience needed to perform the task. Don’t fall into that negative trap. You can always learn if you are motivated enough. So even if they company says they need “this amount” of experience, apply anyways. You just may get an interview and a chance to wow your interviewer with your excitement to work in their company. That’s what happened to me and it can happen for you too.
While you are on your search you should keep a written down record of where you applied and the date. This will help you later on when you call them to check and see if they want to interview you. Companies are very impressed by a person who keeps these records. It shows how serious you are about finding employment. A lot of people do not do this so you may just stand out a little more.
THREE THINGS TO BRING WITH YOU WHILE YOU FILL OUT APPLICATIONS.
- A state id or driver’s license
- Your birth certificate
- Your Social Security Card
Bringing these things with you on your job search will help you out a lot if they want to give you an interview right there on the spot. Most people don’t realize this, but an employer who sees you prepared will more than likely hire you based on just that. If they need you that day and you have all the necessary information you can start right then! This has happened to many of the sex offenders we have talked to. Just imagine if you were walking around filling out applications and that opportunity knocks on your door and you can’t answer it because you weren’t prepared. So be prepared and if that happens you will be ready.
If this article has helped you out in anyway please share this on your social media accounts or email it to other sex offenders that you may know. Together we can put an end to sex offender unemployment.
I was working for biggest firm in CA in computer Networking field, but convicted and have to register, but I was voluntarily departed to my country as I was on non-immigrant visa. I am good in Computer Networking with good experience. I want to return to USA. Please advise how can I get job? any idea? I will be thankful to you.
If you are in America you will need to brush up on your resume writing skills. Being able to showcase all your talents to an employer in as little words as possible. With the experience you have, it will be no problem for you to find a job if you have a great resume.
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I’ve been released since 10/07/14 and having a hard time finding work. I have 25 years retail management experience, but willing learn and work at anything. If anybody can help me. I’m in Alabama
Have you already received assistance from the government for post high school education? Check into a local college to see what help you can get. Your management experience will be good to put on your resume. Also try to find jobs that don’t let your directly interact with customers or the general public. Companies are more likely to give you a shot at these positions.
I’ve been released since 10/07/14 and having a hard time finding work. I have 25 years retail management experience, but willing learn and work at anything. If anybody can help me. I’m in Alabama
Have you tried Hobby Lobby? They are in South Carolina and are a Christian based company. If they have any in Alabama go apply!
Im 43 and sex offender and I have two sons my oldest is with his mom my little one is with me and his mom I got no job and need help thanks
I am currently working for a locally owned landscape company and have been with them for 4 years. I also do contract work for a company on the weekends. I did weekend lawn care work on my own for a few years. Iwas surprised at how many referrals I received. If you own a push mower, a backpack blower, and a weedeater, you can start a lawn care business immediately! You will be surprised how fast your business will grow. Just keep trying! Don’t let ignorant companies let you get depressed because they won’t hire you. Most of those companies are worthless anyways. So be persistent and not a push over!
I’ve been working at a few warehouses, through a temp agency for the past 2 1/2 years. Applied for full time at both and rejected. I have only missed 3 days outside of when I hurt my back. It’s been 12years zince my covition, 7 since completing probation,and all court ordered stipulations. I’m a good worker, but it doesn’t matter when most company HR departments are 500+ miles away and judging you solely on a piece of black and white paper. When in some cases, it’s not.
I have been released since 11/08/12, and have been off of parole since 5/7/14. I have been a hairstylist for 32 years and was just terminated by the largest hair corporation in the world, Regis. After disclosing my criminal history on their employment application, they hired me as a manager. 5 weeks later, they flew in their HR Coordinator to terminate my employment. When I asked the reason for my termination, they sa8d it was from community complaints and would not give me any more information. They offered me a 3 months severence package in exchange for a signed release of liability, which releases them from anything and everything. I am in Arkansas in a town that borders Texas and have suffered the effects of the ‘good ole boy’ justice system since I was forced under duress to take a plea bargain or be sentenced to 60 years in prison….this was from a judge who delivered his message through my lawyer via another judge. I warned not to takee this to trial even though there was no evidence implicating me or even linking me to this crime.
Sorry for rambling, but someone needs to look into the doings of Bowie/Miller county ‘justice system. I have one question…has anyone ever been aquitted of this crime or even been given the opportunity to defend themselves in open court? This is insane!
i am 20yairs sex offandar. iam working shop. i go not job an nead help thanx
When you get out of prison what do you put on your APP. for past job experience I was told to put down State of Oregon put then for pay I can’t put $30 a month as a janitor or the other prison the sent me to at $60 month as a kitchen worker then they want a supervisor I put many address phone numbers ect.. if not I have over 8yrs of lost employment and some apps want you to show them want you did in that lost time. so it just stinks.
In an utopian emergent society any conviction, be it theft, violent, or sex offence , after the state has achieved a conviction resulting in conviction, its primary function is to collect money via federal corrections funding, at which point it is up to the individual to euthanize him self as to relieve the bundan he has cause his comunity. In this country any conivction is a life sentance. My conviction is over twelve years which was a misdeamer resultiog in a simply psyc eval and a sex offence class. I was my victims second offender the conviction was contributing to the sexual delinquency of a minor 1 month before she turned 18 ..i dated im victm for one year before she stole money from my room mate at which point i called the police….i have not been able to find a job in 9 years despite have extensive work experience and the equilivent of an AA …the best thing to do is try to work for yourself i understand if you dont have gas money in your pocket then some times its not an option but try to make personal contact with employers be honest.
does anyone know where i can get a list and apply online for jobs that hire sex offenders?
Unfortunately, there isn’t really a curated list of specific companies that will hire. The closest thing is a list of job/business categories. You can go here for more information.