LWA 6: Veronica
Veronica came to workNet DuPage seeking employment services after her position as a Project Manager was eliminated. Veronica was worried. She immediately began working with a Career Coach on her employment goals.
LWA 10: Robert
Robert reports on his employment journey at the Will County Workforce Center — in his own words. “I had the privilege of working with Andrew Pajak, a career planner at the Will County Workforce Center, and his assistance was instrumental in helping me navigate the path to employment and educational resources. Andrew’s expertise and dedication truly stood out throughout the process,” Robert says.
LWA 13: Marialila
In fall 2022, Marialila entered a secondary education program called “Black Hawk College TEAMS.” She completed her GED test requirements by spring 2023, despite having issues with transportation and her home life.
LWA 14: Kaylee
Kaylee began her career as a CNA and then found it wasn’t challenging enough for her. She wanted to do more and help more. Kaylee then worked as a medical assistant, still wanting more, but she also loved the job. She obtained her LPN in July of 2023, and then started her RN in August 2023. It took Kaylee some time to gain the courage to go back to school. She wondered how she was going to pay for school and raise her children. Kaylee’s biggest barriers were money and time.
LWA 15: Ashley
In 2013, Ashley completed her Associate of Arts degree at Lincoln College. She wanted a career in the medical field and worked on her own to earn her Certified Medical Assistant credentials at Midwest Technical Institute in 2015. Ashley continued to work as a Medical Assistant for the next 5 years. Being a single mom of 3 children, Ashley realized she wasn’t earning a living wage working as a Certified Medical Assistant.