Lapeer – McKenzie Woodcum was referred to GST Michigan Works! through DHHS for the PATH program in December of 2022. Her previous employment experience was in retail and while it was hard work, it often didn’t offer a stable schedule, hours, or income. Being a single parent to her young son added to the complexity […]
Category: Employee Success Stories
Huron – Chris was referred to GST Michigan Works! by Carrie Prill, Transition Specialist at the Huron Area Technical Center. Carrie felt that Chris was a good candidate for the Young Professionals – Summer Youth Employment Program, and didn’t hesitate to refer him to the Bad Axe Service Center. Carrie had previously taken Chris out […]
Shiawassee – Billy Rhinebolt came to GST Michigan Works! Owosso Service Center unemployed and facing many challenges, including being a justice involved citizen. Before coming to the Service Center, he experienced a divorce, moved out of state to follow a job, and recently moved back to Michigan after leaving that employment. He was struggling to […]
Deandre Bates was struggling to find work after being let go from his Auto Zone position. He wanted to forge a new career path. He stopped at GST Michigan Works! in Flint for assistance on this journey to make a career change. Deandre received resume assistance from Talent Development Center as well as support from […]
Tuscola – Konnar Warren was enrolled in the Radiography program at Delta College with 2 semesters remaining to complete her associate degree. She was struggling to find the finances to complete her degree as the demands of the program did not allow time for her to work. In August of 2022, she came to the […]
Genesee – Arthur Armstrong was released from incarceration for a little less than one year when he decided what the next few months would look like. That plan involved intense coaching and preparation for a career in an industry that would recognize his talents, not just his past. He had already tried other approaches and […]
Huron – Drew was a 31-year-old Huron Co. resident who just wanted to support his family. GST Michigan Works! was able to give him the boost he needed to make that happen! Drew was interested in obtaining his CDL Class A and reached out to GSTMW in March for assistance with that certification. He successfully […]
Lapeer – Marisol lost her job with Lapeer Dental Center in April of 2021. She had been working as a Dental Assistant for many years and learned of the opportunities GST provides when she filed her claim for unemployment. Marisol came to GST Michigan Works! with more than $5,000 in student loan debt. Marisol was […]
Ashley came into the Fenton GST Michigan Works! Service Center to register for work as part of her unemployment requirement. She was laid off from her position as a well compensated, full-time Project Consultant at Kingsway Group. As a requirement to continue receiving unemployment benefits, Ashely was also required to attend a mandatory Reemployment Services […]
Flint – Lorenzo Spencer decided to visit Michigan for friends and local attractions. However, after a few unfortunate events, he found himself stranded and far away from home. Lorenzo’s only solution was to find shelter and start earning an income. Lorenzo discovered refuge, resources, and rest at My Brothers Keeper. My Brothers Keeper is a […]