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It may have been a while since you’ve been in the market for a job – or this may the first time you have hunted for work. Where do you start? The Salvation Army Employment Plus is here to arm you with the tools, resources and tips you need to be successful in your job search.
Job hunting can be a tricky business. It requires leg work, initiative and a lot of perseverance. It’s a matter of staying motivated, getting out there and finding the job that’s right for you.
This section offers step-by-step, practical advice that you can use on a daily basis as you search for work. By referring to the checklists and tips, you will help maximise your chances of finding a job where you will fit right in.
The Salvation Army Employment Plus resources
Being smart in your job search means making the most of all the tools and resources available to you. The Salvation Army Employment Plus has a huge range of state-of-the-art facilities that give you everything you need to find the job that’s right for you.
Make the most of:
- JobSearch kiosks, where you can search the national job vacancy database by location, industry, position and so on
- Automatic job matching when you lodge your resume online (you can even get potential jobs sent to your mobile via SMS)
- JobSearch telephones, to make direct contact with employers
- Workspace, with tables, chairs, newspapers, fax and photocopiers, everything you need to be professional in your job search
- Computers to prepare your resume and cover letters, or respond to jobs online
- Our specialist job search consultants can help you when you get stuck
Handy Hint
Want more relevant experience? Get it through volunteer work, training courses, hobbies, clubs.
On the hunt
The first step in your job search is working out what sort of job is right for you. Are you into sales, or do you prefer back-office functions? Like to get your hands dirty? Not sure? MORE
Maximise your chances
Careful preparation will give you the best chance of getting the job you want. From the moment you find a job you like the sound of it’s up to you to convince the employer that you are the best person for the role. Sound daunting? It’s not! MORE
Marketing yourself: by phone
Chances are, the first time you speak to a potential employer it’s over the phone. It is important that you use the correct phone etiquette to convey your professionalism, expertise and potential value as an employee. MORE
Employer contact sheet
Use this employer contact sheet as a reminder of who you have contacted, what the outcomes were and what your next steps need to be.
Notes record
For quick and easy reference, write down your top three selling points, sample phone scripts and answers to potential interview questions. Or simply use this page to record what went right/wrong so you know what to do next time.
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