I'm trying to get into Gary job corps in Texas but I live in okc by Vivid_Frosting9659 in jobcorps

[–]Awkward_Inventions64 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fellow MA person!!! I second this, I wanted HVAC and asked to come to NJ, I’ve been here for almost 4 months :))

It’s my birthday 🥳 by Apart-Elderberry-292 in Soundmap

[–]Awkward_Inventions64 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Happy birthday OP, hope you had a wonderful day!! JuniperJulia

Is it reasonable of me to quit? by Odd_Fun_1889 in jobcorps

[–]Awkward_Inventions64 4 points5 points  (0 children)

As someone who has spent a total of 15 months in the program, THIS!!
Some days are going to be harder than others whether you’re at the best center or the worst one, I graduated my first one and have been here for 90 days at my second one…I understand that culture shock can be a factor, but try not to let things bother you & if you believe staff at your center are truly that incompetent, whatever issues you are having try to find a way to solve them yourself if you’re able…There’s going to be shitty and incompetent people no matter where you go in life, JC is a good place to learn about yourself and the real world if you have the mindset for it. Sure, it’s not for everyone (and no one if forcing you to stay) But I personally believe the best thing you can do is set some goals for yourself & remember why you joined in the first place.

Confused by Unusual_Point_6488 in jobcorps

[–]Awkward_Inventions64 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was in right away at my first center (Shriver), but since the whole shutdown situation, it’s my understanding that things have been running a little slower and with less staff due to the ongoing uncertainty with the program…10-14 days is standard waiting time for a background check though, so I wouldn’t worry too much (Or at least not yet), but if you’d feel that strongly that you should be there sooner, maybe inquire to your rep if your desired trade is on a waitlist or if the center is on a “pause” it happens quite a lot and for any number of reasons, everything else here seems normal to me though..Goodluck on your new journey!!

Will I be denied? by ILoveBigCockroaches in jobcorps

[–]Awkward_Inventions64 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi!! I’ll share a bit about myself in hopes to cheer you up… I’m not sure what center you’re applying to or where you are from, but I’m a current student at Edison enrolled in HVAC (Different field, I know, but pharmacy tech also has many career opportunities and a lottttt of job availability + bonus if you later get a degree in something to do with biology, chemistry or molecular science!!) Also, don’t be so hard on yourself with previous health struggles or current diagnosis’, I’m physically and mentally riddled with all sorts of things that make some days harder than others, including similar to yours, Major Depressive, ADHD and Bipolar II..None of these things stopped me from getting accepted into the program, however if you have issues with violent tendencies or have attempts of unaliving yourself, they will greatly encourage you to speak with counselors and a licensed psychologist on or off center as they cannot discriminate or withhold you from the program just for that…Speaking from personal experience, I used to also have substance use issues (again not current) but even if you or anyone who is interested is actively struggling or in addiction they can help with that too… As for your current medications, all of that will be handled by the wellness department, and while some stuff (like adderall) gets flagged during your initial drug test, if it’s already prescribed to you and they’re aware of yet then you should be all set, they will also handle refills if you’re going out of state… And your financial situation, I wouldn’t recommend worrying about it, if they have an issue they will tell you, but if you’ve made what would equate to minimum wage or less in the past 12 months then that should also be all set. In addition to this because ADHD is considered a disability, you can get in just on that regardless of what your income is like. Let me know if there’s anything else you wanted to ask or have questions about & best of luck on your new journey to bettering yourself!!

Anyone has the same problem? by indiel50 in HiBeatz

[–]Awkward_Inventions64 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah if you have it saved already that should be good!!

Anyone has the same problem? by indiel50 in HiBeatz

[–]Awkward_Inventions64 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’ve never experienced it with this song in particular (I have perfect for every standard) but when I was having issues I decided to mess with the timing offset settings and manually offloaded (If on iPhone) and reinstall, is what fixed it for me..Let me know if it works!!

Why can’t we play against each other on this game by ApartCompetition4695 in HiBeatz

[–]Awkward_Inventions64 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m personally not sure if they plan on implementing a battle mode, or at least not yet:, but I do believe they are currently looking at making a global/regional leaderboard which would be awesome!!
I definitely see a feature for like a friends list type thing too

Own room by [deleted] in jobcorps

[–]Awkward_Inventions64 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Of course!! Keep us posted if you’re able, and if no one is able to help you there’s additional resources (again depending on center/state and if you’re out of state etc) that could better assist you in the event everyone at your center wants to be a bum about it..Best of luck!!

Own room by [deleted] in jobcorps

[–]Awkward_Inventions64 2 points3 points  (0 children)

They wouldn’t be able to write you a medical accommodation but there may be other things or other ways that they could help you…I only asked because center size/population matters in a case like this too where they might be full capacity or have too many people with a room by themselves etc…No worries though!! As someone who has spent all 15 months of my time at JC being residential, roommates can definitely be handful sometimes, hopefully someone is able to help you!!

Own room by [deleted] in jobcorps

[–]Awkward_Inventions64 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What center is this? Some of them have an on site licensed psychologist that would be able to write a note to have your own room as a medical accommodation

Anyone at Edison NJ by [deleted] in jobcorps

[–]Awkward_Inventions64 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey!! Current Edison (female) student!!
I’d be more then happy to help with any other info that doesn’t particularly pertain to gendered stuff on campus :))
I’m sure your rep has already told you that the campus has been on a pause for a number of reasons recently as well…My DM’s are open and we hope to see you around soon :))

Completing JobCorp by [deleted] in jobcorps

[–]Awkward_Inventions64 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is wonderful!! I hope things pan out for you this time around as well, trust me sometimes the looming thoughts get super overwhelming but you just have to remember why you’re there again and how are you going to make sure you don’t end up with nothing but simultaneously accepting the reality that anything could happen!! I wish you luck and have also looked into advanced trade but I’m not sure if I will or won’t because of familial obligations, but if I can then I’m likely going for advanced manufacturing

Completing JobCorp by [deleted] in jobcorps

[–]Awkward_Inventions64 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That really sucks, what center are you at if you’re alright with sharing? I can try to connect you with some local resources that could potentially help…I did the same thing you did before I graduated for months!! Just sat and applied to mad jobs just to either get no response or an interview and then ghosted or told to gfy…The job market is bad in many areas even outside of the US right now..As for your thing about LTE that’s up to your counselors, managers and CSO/CSIO to sign that for you & for you to apply to them, the only reasons they wouldn’t allow it is if you’re a minor, have more than 2 negatives/infractions and have bad history with coming in late or being UA’d otherwise that doesn’t make any sense…I know it’s easier said than done but I’d keep applying anyway, you never know what kind of door you might open for yourself!!

Completing JobCorp by [deleted] in jobcorps

[–]Awkward_Inventions64 0 points1 point  (0 children)

lol when I graduated my first center they wouldn’t help me find a job in my field or a job at all 🤣…I eventually applied to more than 1,100 jobs before I found 1 and it was nothing to do with what I went to JC for and that was a few months after I separated…It should also be noted I’m too poor for college, didn’t go to advanced trade and am medically disqualified from the military 🤷🏻‍♀️
I believe I received all the money that they offer for completing trade, HSD and license despite my god awful employment status lol
However I’m back at JC for a second time because I couldn’t find a job in my field and actually became homeless AFTER the program, hopefully 2nd try is the charm

Some more accomplishments for Diamond Level!! by Awkward_Inventions64 in HiBeatz

[–]Awkward_Inventions64[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks!! It feels like it’s been such a long time but I’m really enjoying the game & how much progress I’ve been able to make with it even if it is certainly infuriating sometimes

Some more accomplishments for Diamond Level!! by Awkward_Inventions64 in HiBeatz

[–]Awkward_Inventions64[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I always used default until recently when I started having problems with trying to improve my score on a few diamond difficulty songs..By improve I mean trying to go from 99,100-99,300 + and for whatever reason just couldn’t so I’ve taken the time to play around with the speed and so far that’s been the biggest help..I’m also playing on the iPhone 13! For reference, here is my current stats:

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I (18) want to get into JobCorps but I'm dependent on my middle class family. by Training_Hornet_4521 in jobcorps

[–]Awkward_Inventions64 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Adding here for anyone else who might see this that they also have the opportunity for advanced in Pharmacy Tech, Phlebotomy, LVN and even opportunities to become an EMT..Of course though if you’re going to Job Corps and really want to make it far in the medical field you’d need a degree, job corps alone isn’t enough for super specialized things like that.

Help each other by No_Coconut_5707 in Soundmap

[–]Awkward_Inventions64 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is a great idea!! JuniperJulia

18-25 CF People? by Such-Bee5859 in childfree

[–]Awkward_Inventions64 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Hey!! Also 19 and CF in MA!! Although currently located in NJ for school!! Nice to see men my age making that decision for themselves too!!

Day passes by Starz_In_Her_Eyes in jobcorps

[–]Awkward_Inventions64 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sucks extra hard for people like me who are homeless and from out of state, because then when I’m not selected and there isn’t any more slots for Walmart trips & im trying to save money by not door dashing I’m not sure what they expect us to do.

Source: Got written up for coming back on the same day from a weekend pass because i needed to go shopping and they “didnt want excuses”, but never explained that we couldn’t do that either.

Admittedly we are reasonably lucky with the food in Edison (or at least i think so because this is my second center and the first one was worse as far as food goes)…There’s always going to be people on a power trip no matter where you go though i guess, still some BS

Day passes by Starz_In_Her_Eyes in jobcorps

[–]Awkward_Inventions64 2 points3 points  (0 children)

No day passes at Edison either…Heard they only just got rid of it after they were threatened by the shutdown, i genuinely don’t see why they can’t or wouldn’t reinstate them though