Become A Job Searching Pro!

 Job searching has changed a lot over the years, especially with the technological takeover in our modern world. A combination of networking and market searching is the key to securing the job of your dreams. For my job search example, I will find the ideal speech-language pathology job. My hunt will begin with a simple Google search.

https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/speech-language-pathologist-slp-at-powerback-4066520346?utm_campaign=google_jobs_apply&utm_source=google_jobs_apply&utm_medium=organic

Here is the link to the job list I will be breaking down for you. ^ Using this example, you can apply a similar evaluation method to your own process.

This job listing can be found on Linkedin, a professional job searching and networking website.

The job title is Speech Language Pathologist. 

I am not very familiar with the company but upon further research, I see that Powerback is a rehabilitation company that offers many different types of therapies. It seems as though their services are targeted towards the elderly population.

The applicant qualifications are laid out clearly as follows: 

• A Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology, Communication Disorders, Communicative Disorders or similarly-titled area that is consistent and acceptable to the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
• A Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) or be eligible to participate as an ASHA Clinical Fellow
• We will also accept candidates who are eligible to obtain the Certificate of Clinical Competence
• Licensed, certified or credentialed, as required in the state of practice

This job listing also highlights important decision-making factors like employee benefits and a detailed list of responsibilities. 

All of this upfront information is helpful for both the employer and candidate to determine if the job is a good match before moving forward in the application process. 

It is important to do self-reflection about what kind of job you are looking for before you start your job hunt so when dissecting listings like this, you will know if you are a good fit for the position and vice versa!