July 18, 2012
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...priorities...
I really don't know where I should go from here. I have a Bachelor of Social work and graduated with Honours from my Teaching English as a Second Language program. Sadly, there are no social work jobs at the moment that I'd wish to apply for. My specialty is in immigration. Unfortunately, the market for immigration in Canada, specifically Ontario, has become minimalistic at best. Or maybe I just don't know the right people. The developing areas in both fields I studied are all jobs I do not have any experience for. Well let's not say any, I just don't have the most important aspect they're looking for- time spent doing a specific job role. For instance, an English assessor position requires teaching experience. I do not have such credentials. It looks like I may have to register for my TESL creditials with the certified board because I might still pursue teaching in this field still. I'll need further guidance from friends and family on this matter.
It's never a waste of money to go for education. You will always learn new skills for opportunities that were not present before. Unfortunately, I have not been given the chance to apply skills to any positions.
The worst part? I could stick in retail for a LONG time of my life. why? because I don't care when people bitch at me because I don't have the products their looking for. Do you think that I'll be able to go back to school for business management? Sadly, I don't even know which direction I want to take for education too. ain't it sad? sigh.
I'll need a heart to heart convo with the significant other first. Why? Because if I talk to my parents, they won't ever listen to my needs. They are always looking for what's best for me without realizing what's best really isn't the best for me. Ie: making me go to a university I didn't choose because it had the cheapest tuition. First year in that university was living hell for me. I lost over 20 pounds in the very first week because I had no appetite and was severely depressed. But that's a story for another time.
For no, I'm constantly on the Job search. I have a part time job that fills my time for now, but I will want something more soon. I'm just not ready to go back to school just yet. sigh.
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I just happened to pass by. You somehow caught my attention saying that you got BSW and is looking for job. I know your feeling and indeed know people who have problem looking for job for more than a year. There are just no jobs out there in the field let alone you want to specialize in immigration. I am not sure what to tell you. I know getting MSW would help but not by much. Volunteer job in the field would help but it is not easy as well. It is relatively easier to get into Asian agencies and you may even have to apply for some irrelevant jobs such as receptionist and wait for the opportunity. immigration in Ontario is still okay but not for Asians.
@snowykan - thanks for your comment. It really reaffirms my feelings about the market being crappy. I'm actually really prepared to get a job as a receptionist in agencies where I'd want to work. Unfortunately, so far no agencies have given me a call (perhaps my resume is too well-qualified for a receptionist position).
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