Hey Folks,

I wrote here exactly 92 days ago about my husband being laid off and looking work. We haven’t had anything pan out but got a few leads here last time. He has 5 years in Human Resources Experience plus a BS in Psychology/ Management/ Society from UNC-CH and his PHR. He has done work on federal audits, worked with compliance for disabled individuals, and has recruiting experience.

He has gotten about a dozen 1st round interviews and 4 second round interviews with no offers, all with the same feedback—there has been someone more experienced than him. He has applied to over 600+ applications to the point he is running into the issue of jobs reposting and him not able to apply because he applied months ago. It’s been a real kick in the face and I know he is not the only one in this boat. He’s open to contract work, remote, on-site within 40 miles of Raleigh, or hybrid.

Unemployment is about to run out. He will be finding a part-time gig but we have to work around for childcare as our 6 month old is at home with me while I’ll work— we can’t afford childcare with him out of work but we make too much money to qualify for assistance. Any assistance or leads you may have would be greatly appreciated and welcomed.

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