When Robert came to Union Station’s Sources Career Development Program in September 2008, his dream was to become a substance abuse counselor. After completing our two-week Sources workshop, his plan was to find a “survival” job to support himself while he attended school and worked an unpaid internship to make his goal a reality.
With downturn in the economy and the challenging job market, Robert found his search for a “survival” job more difficult than he had envisioned. Under the advice of the Sources staff, Robert gave up his search for a “survival” job and took an additional unpaid internship so that he could focus on his desired career. He hoped that between the two internships he would be offered a paid position.
Robert’s hard work and dedication paid off, and he was offered a paid part- time position with a local substance abuse treatment program. He plans to continue with his unpaid internship as well, so he can complete the required intern hours for his accreditation as a Drug and Alcohol Counselor.
After he receives his accreditation, Robert’s next step is to seek permanent full-time employment. With his follow-through and great work ethic – and our Sources staff supporting him – he will be a wonderful asset to any company.
Learn more about our Sources Career Development Program.
