St. John's Episcopal helps unemployedOne maxim for today's economic times is that unexpected job loss can happen to anyone. When faced with sudden unemployment, many people find themselves ill-prepared for re-entry into the job market or to cope with the emotional and financial aspects of job loss.
That's where Job Hunters can help. Born out of a large-scale layoff in 1988 by a major Charlotte manufacturer, Job Hunters was established by St. John's Episcopal Church as a support network for downsized workers.
During the past 20 years, volunteer church members have helped shape the program into one of Charlotte's most respected and sought-out networking and support groups for area job-seekers. A free community service offered by the church as one of its ministries, Job Hunters provides assistance to all who seek it, regardless of religious affiliation, and has no religious content or requirement.
David Griffith, principal with Fortune Personnel Consultants of Charlotte, is a church member and has been a Job Hunters volunteer for the past 15 years. He has witnessed first-hand the impact the network has had.
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