We have been asked to assist in this program. We have been trained, somewhat, and will "man" the office in Laie to help with this. We have already had one woman come and apply. We will be asked to cover the desk for a designated time period so it may be published that someone is there. The office is next door to our Seminary office, so it will be our pleasure to serve there.
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In working with members of the church, I have identified 3 beliefs influencing members’ reluctance to talk with others. These beliefs are widely accepted as gospel truth and never openly discussed at church.
1) Unemployed = something is Wrong with the Individual
There has been a fundamental shift in the relationship between companies & employees. The idea of long term "company loyalty" is non-existent. The latest numbers from the US Department of Labor show that among all adult workers (18-64) the average worker changes jobs every 2 years, companies every 3 years & industries every 4 years. The older the worker the less change, the younger the work the more change. But those are still averages!
2) Self Reliance = Isolation
The most effective job search methods are networking & direct employer contact. 75-85% of jobs are never advertized so a job seeker cannot be effective in their search if they isolate themselves. The main reason a member becomes isolated is directly related to the next belief.
3) Nobody wants to be the topic of a "welfare" meeting at church! (Especially leaders)
A leader or employment specialist could help members realize the self limiting nature of these misguided beliefs. Larry Green, my manager, encourages leaders to have one or two members “introduce” themselves in weekly church meetings. The catch is that they have to start their introduction with “FOR NOW I am or do…” with the implication that changes in ones work is inevitable.
What are your thoughts?
The following are some groups on Facebook & LinkedIn for LDS Stake and Ward Employment Specialists.
http://groups.to/lds.employment.specialists/
http://www.linkedin.com/groups?home=&gid=1757287&trk=anet_ug_hm
LDS Stake and Ward Employment Specialists that desire to share experiences, ideas, knowledge, and stories about Employment and how they can magnify their callings.
Richard Pedersen
Associate Manager, LDS Employment, Portland, OR
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