Center 50+ Update and the Help of United Way

As mentioned in a previous blog post, five youth from HOME had the opportunity to experience their first professional job interview thanks to the use of the bus passes provided by United Way.  The five teens accompanied by Molly, HOME’s VISTA member, took the bus from HOME to Center 50+, Salem’s Senior Center. These youth all had one-on-one interviews with the Center’s director as part of the volunteer application process. The interview experience proved to be very exciting and valuable for the youth involved. One girl commented on how nervous she was before the interview. After everyone finished, another youth remarked on how important it was to shake the interviewer’s hand and maintain eye contact. They also noted ways they could improve in the future. All youth were scored on their interview skills and all youth were happily accepted to be volunteers at Center 50+. The bus passes provided by United Way enabled all interested youth to experience their first professional interview, an experience they surely will build upon in their future. As volunteers, they will be able to gain valuable work experience. We are truly grateful for United Way’s help in contributing to the success of the youth.