How can a women of age 49 can get a job without discriminating her age. With no professional carree.?

Question

Have a GED with no college degree. Been divorce for 4 years,after been married for 20. Came out of a very abusive relationship,but trying to get a job that I could live on.

Answer 1

I was 46 and only had a GED five years ago. I raised three children alone with out support. I use to only get cashier jobs, cleaning jobs, etc...then I got the idea to live in a small town with a community college. I applied for a Pell Grant and took some courses got a certificate in 9 months. I am working now using that certificate and have enrolled in another course to compliment that one. Its not easy but its do-able just have to make yourself do it. Get some good makeup like the mineral makeup use good moisturizer and concealer if needed in the dark circles under eyes and around the lips as this is the place age shows first...drink plenty of water to plump up the skin....get a new hairstyle if you have to get a friend to help you and cut it your self then use a stiff hairspray and mess it up stylishly....then get some cool clothes and you will look great and feel great and use what you know about confidence and all the history you have to get the job you want and live the life you want ....you are who controls your destiny! you rock! get rolling!

Answer 2

I never had a college education, only a high school diploma, and I never had a problem getting a job at age 49. In fact, I got a job with an advertising agency with no college education. But I'm out of a job of nine years now because of an injury and I'm almost 60 so it's even more scarey wondering if I'll be able to get a job now. I was 49 when I got my last job. Take a state exam and get a nice office job. They're not allowed to discriminate. I used to work for the state, so I know. I'm going to try to get in again.

Answer 3

Rita, I hear you! I'm a 43-year old woman pursuing her bachelor's degree because of the difficulty in getting a job. And I have this feeling that you are a very determined woman to make a better life for yourself and your family, right?

You have skills and talents and you need to find out how you can help an employer with those skills and talents. The key here is to demonstrate to an employer through your resume, application and interview that you are a capable person who can help that employer.

But I've done hiring and the biggest thing I look for is how well the person will be successful on the job.

Even though you don't have a lot of professional experience, when you apply, how do you present yourself?

Show confidence, and self-efficacy. Self-efficacy is the ability to accomplish things. Present yourself in that capacity, when you talk with them, quietly explain how you can help the company and that position. By focusing on what you can do for them instead of what they can do for you will go a long way in getting a job.

I also encourage you to look at returning to school. I know it's hard with kids, and it will take some time to get through, but in the long run, you will be further ahead.

There are a lot of degrees, in particular, in the allied health field and pay pretty well.

Another type of training is CENA work. Nursing homes always need caring and compassionate people to assist residents. And they pay better than Wal-Mart or McDonalds. Training usually only takes two or three weeks.

Do you have an unemployment office in the area? Check to see if there are any programs out there for single mothers. Check with your local Department of Social Services to see if there are any training programs for low income mothers.

I know that school may sound overwhelming or something you don't want to do, but in the long run, you will feel so much better about yourself when you have the training to back up your motivation.

Good luck to you.

Answer 4

Contact your local YWCA. They have programs to train women in your situation and help to place them in jobs that will help them/you to be self sufficient.

You could do a little research in your area if you have a League of Human Dignity or Catholic/Luthern Social Services. These types of community services will sometimes have the same type of programs, you might just need to spend some time researching and making phone calls, but it will be worth it to you in the end!

If you are interested in going back to school, contact your local community college about getting financial aid. I know many people who have lived solely off of Government Grants and Student Loans to get through school. Most community colleges offer 2 year programs that will get you an Associates Degree and the college will help you with job placement.

Don't let your situation get you down! I have a GED and got out of a nasty relationship several years back and thought I was going to wind up working at McDonalds for the rest of my life. I now have a great job at a local Medical Center and am in school to be a Respiratory Therapist. Good luck!

Answer 5

Hi Rita, do not be intimidated by just having a GED and searcher sums it up to a tee. I just turned 50, and I received my GED in 1994. I had been working through temp agencies while taking numerous classes in the health allied field. Right now I do the home health care services and I'm going to school online for my Business Management Degree. This may not work for you(the online school) because it 's expensive but, you can find a Technical College that will award all kinds of grants in your favor. I say go for it. Your already standing up for what you want.

Answer 6

It is never too late to go back to school. Enroll yourself at the local Junior College and then tell your perspective employer that you are working to better yourself.

It is too hard for older American's to get a job. I hate the age discrimination, but it does happen.

Another negative for you is that you only have a GED. Sorry, but this is truly a down point for a perspective employer. Again, this is the reason I say take a few night classes. You won't regret it.

Answer 7

GO back to school but if does not want to just apply for little jobs like a social worker or something....or take little clases in bussiness and get a job as an advocate

Answer 8

your best bet would be to get into a field of study that will get your a job no matter how old you are like nursing or something in the health field. go to school get as mush education as you can afford. Because the older you get the harder it will be to find a full time job I know am in the same place as you are.

Answer 9

When unemployed, start by sending every placement agency in the city your resume. I think that is the best way to find a job. They give you evaluation tests and help you get placed into the best job for you.

Answer 10

You must have a full confidence of youself and be patient and always try to get a new job Or maybe with your experience please try to make or raise your own business to earn your living.In the afternoon it is better if you are studying in a college to add your knowledge.The success of your effort depends on you.Good luck with you.