Oakland resident Jackie B. came to SparkPoint Oakland Center in January after seeing an ABC-7 news segment about SparkPoint. After being unemployed for two years, Jackie hoped SparkPoint could help with her job search.
SparkPoint career coach Lloyd Williams worked with Jackie to refresh her job-search strategies. Lloyd is an employee of the Workforce Collaborative, one of five organizations that work together to deliver services at SparkPoint Oakland Center. Jackie and Lloyd met regularly to talk about Jackie’s goals and her job search. She credits Lloyd with being the “spark” that helped her stay motivated.
“SparkPoint gave me the inspiration I needed to keep going and not give up,” said Jackie. “They look out for you and help you like family. There’s a lot of love here.”
In early May, Jackie secured a full-time position, with benefits, as a customer service representative at the Oakland Marina. She says she loves her new job.
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