Working with Advantage Employment Advocates is beneficial to job seekers as well as employers and community partners.

As a job seeker, some of the benefits you will experience working with Advantage Employment Advocates include:

Professional representation
Your Job Placement Specialist works with area employers to match qualified job seekers with appropriate positions in the community.

Job Application and Resume Assistance
With a thorough application and professional resume, employers are more likely to follow up with and interview applicants.

Identifying Job Opportunities
Access to technology and professional resource networks will increase the number of employment opportunities available.

Job Interview Preparation
With specific practice interviews, job seekers gain the confidence necessary to speak with employers professionally and improve interview skills.

Job Coaching and Retention
Once employed, you will have a specific employment action plan designed to offer the appropriate level of support and assistance to help you maintain employment successfully.

As an employer, some of the benefits you will experience working with Advantage Employment Advocates include:

Community partners, including employers and social service organizations, can benefit from working with Advantage Employment Advocates by accessing a network of volunteers and/or interns who would like to serve the community while gaining valuable work and life experience

Access to qualified applicants with diverse backgrounds and talents to offer.

Provide solutions to meeting human resource needs.

Reduce turnover rates with thoughtfully matched employees for specific business needs.

Ongoing support and consultation regarding employee training and performance.

Reduced time and financial resources spent on recruiting and advertising.

Consultation and education regarding workplace accommodations and diversity.

Community partners, including employers and social service organizations, can benefit from working with Advantage Employment Advocates by accessing a network of volunteers and/or interns who would like to serve the community while gaining valuable work and life experience.