Jodin
Jodin always listened to his grandmother and knew when she suggested he visit the Job Center of Lake County to help with his job search he should listen.
Jodin graduated from high school in 2017 and worked a variety of labor jobs but wanted to begin a business career and it was through the Job Center and his participation in employment and training programs that helped him get a job at the Lake County Treasurer’s Office as a Real Estate Tax Information/ Collections Specialist and on a career pathway in business.
Jodin participated in career awareness and job readiness activities including resume assistance, financial literacy, and leadership development. Ready to go to work, Jodin was a candidate for an internship/ work experience opportunity and was placed at the Lake County Treasurer’s Office in June 2021. During his six-month internship, Jodin was exposed to different roles and responsibilities in the office while receiving on-the-job training, coaching, and mentoring. He stated that the position allowed him to improve his customer service and math skills and increased his attention to detail. He describes the Treasurer’s Office as “the best place I’ve worked so far.” Jodin’s supervisor said that he grew in confidence throughout the internship.
After successful completion of the internship and demonstrated job skill gains, Jodin was hired permanently as a Real Estate Tax Information/ Collections Specialist at the Lake County Treasurer’s office. He works on the front line of the busy office, interacting with property owners in Lake County. He resolves problems concerning accounts, analyzes statistical data, and prepares reports. Jodin’s long term goal is to complete a college degree in business and gain financial stability to buy a house. In his current role, he is learning different rules and regulations for home ownership and says that he will have a better understanding about buying and keeping a home.
Lake County Workforce Development is dedicated to working with young people ages 18 to 24 as they enter the workforce. “The youth program and services remained mission-focused during the pandemic,” explained Jennifer Everett, Program Manager. “Young people need to be connected to careers regardless of environmental pressure. This is the start of their professional lives.”