If you’re thinking about making a job change soon or your role is coming to an end in the near future, you might feel a mix of fear and excitement.
Where to Begin
Even the most experienced domestic staffing professionals can feel overwhelmed at the prospect of starting a new in-home role. Where should you start? How do you make yourself stand out among a big candidate pool? And most importantly, how do you find the right home that fits your skillset and expertise?
With some planning, you can start your job search with confidence. This will give you the momentum needed to stay organized, highlight what you bring to the role, and find a long-term position.
Here are some job search tips that will help you secure a job that you love.
Identify Your Career Goals
What type of role will keep you satisfied and growing? Don’t settle for applying for any job. Be specific about what you’re looking for and how it meets your career goals. Identify what’s non-negotiable and what things you can be flexible on.
For example, are you open to working a non-traditional schedule or are you set on specific hours each day/week? Do you thrive in ultra-high-net-worth homes or are you open to working in a variety of home settings? What are your salary and benefit requirements? Also, think about the possibility of relocating for the right role or commuting somewhere, or decide if you only want to work in your current area.
Build On Past Working Relationships
Look at your past work history. What roles did you succeed in? What individuals did you work with that saw your skills and hard work? Consider who you could reach out to in past domestic roles to ask for a reference. Ask if they are comfortable providing a reference for you.
Explain what type of future role you’re looking for so they have an idea of how they can speak to your strengths in the letter or phone call. If you want to strengthen your application even more, think about asking them to write a letter of recommendation as well.
Review Your Resume and Other Application Materials
Standing out among other experienced professionals can be difficult, but if your resume and other materials are professional and accurately convey your expertise, you’re well on your way to securing an outstanding new position.
For your resume, update it to include your most recent experience, certifications, and skills learned. Write a cover letter that is tailored to the roles you’re applying for. A concise letter that speaks to why you’re a good fit for that specific home and role is important.
In addition, make sure your first aid or CPR certifications are up to date and organize any letters of recommendation you have. Consider compiling all of your materials in a portfolio that includes all of these items and take them to any interviews you have.
Network
Let friends, family, and fellow colleagues know that you’re looking for your next opportunity. Make time to make connections with others in your industry. You never know what one person could say or who they could introduce you to, to inspire you or bring you that next new job.
Practice Your Interviewing Skills
In addition to dressing professionally, practice how you might answer some specific interview questions. Think about your career philosophy or goals, how you handle specific situations that might arise in the home, and more – then be prepared to discuss. Also, prepare ahead of time by thinking of some questions you have. This shows interest in the home and the specific role.
Household Staffing Can Help Place You in the Right Home
Working with a trusted domestic staffing agency is one of the best ways you can secure a role you love. At Household Staffing, we take pride in helping our candidates get jobs that fit their personality and experience.
How do we do it? Through a personalized approach that looks at all angles of the job and the home. Once we have an idea of what our clients are looking for and what our candidates bring to the table, we can use that knowledge to job match.
Start or continue your journey into the world of domestic staffing today! We look forward to connecting with professionals who are committed to excellence each step of the way.
