What Makes the EAM Special
Deep Emotional and Spiritual Support:
Most job seeker organizations focus on practical services, resume writing, interview prep, and networking, few place emotional and spiritual healing at the center of a person’s spirit. Our program directly addresses the grief, anxiety, loss of identity, and spiritual searching that follows job loss, offering a safe, faith-based community for honest sharing and healing.
Hope and Encouragement as Core Values:
We make hope and encouragement a central promise. We acknowledge the pain and confusion of unemployment, but consistently offer inspiration, faith, and the assurance that participants are not alone.
Personal Discovery and Self-Worth:
We guide participants to uncover hidden gifts, celebrate achievements, and present their best selves as job candidates and whole people. This focus on self-discovery and affirmation is more empowering and uplifting than the skills checklists and generic assessments common in other programs.
Practical Guidance with Heart:
While we do provide up-to-date job market insights and practical advice, we frame these within a context of personal growth and authenticity. Participants are encouraged to align their unique strengths with employer needs, rather than simply “fitting in.” This approach is both practical and emotionally supportive.
Community and Belonging:
Few groups foster the sense of belonging, ongoing connection, and spiritual fellowship that our program provides. Weekly meetings, a members-only discussion group, and referrals to clergy or mental health professionals ensure participants feel supported holistically.
Factors We Consider
Your Interests and Passions
EAM provides personal coaching and group discussions to help jobseekers clarify their interests and passions, guiding them toward personally meaningful and fulfilling career paths.
Skills and Talents
EAM reviews resumes and refers members to partner organizations for specialized job skills training and mock interviews, supporting members in strengthening and presenting their talents.
Job Availability
EAM shares curated job leads, organizes networking groups, and provides information on a wide range of employment opportunities, connecting members with current openings in various locations.
Job Location
EAM supports job searches both locally and nationally, offering resources and networking assistance for positions regardless of geographic location, based on each member’s preferences.
Salary and Benefits
EAM mentors offer guidance on evaluating job offers, including salary and benefits, helping members make informed decisions about compensation and overall employment packages.