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Resources for workers who have been laid-off/furloughed
The following resources provide information regarding what to do when you lose your job, as well as assistance programs that may be available to you.
♦ “What to Do When You Lose Your Job” by Alyson Doyle
This source provides actionable steps you can take to address immediate concerns (finances, healthcare, etc.) as well as move toward getting back on your feed (e.g. revamp your resume, review job listings, etc.)
https://www.careertoolbelt.com/top-20-things-to-do-if-you-lose-your-job/
♦ How to apply for unemployment in Florida:
https://www.wftv.com/news/local/coronavirus-heres-how-apply-unemployment-florida/F2KPKJFYLVFWNGCKLZKG5NZMIQ/
♦ “Worried About Making Rent? Here are Assistance Programs Available in Central Florida During Coronavirus Pandemic” by Sarah Wilson
This source outlines specific programs for multiple counties throughout the Central Florida area.
https://www.wftv.com/news/local/worried-about-making-rent-here-are-assistance-programs-available-central-florida-during-coronavirus-pandemic/OPBKGM332ZCSPBCJ2FV2HBWUJQ/
Making money during the COVID-19 crisis
The following resources provide ways you can make a bit of money from the comfort of your own home, as well as recently posted job listings.
♦ “Top 10 Reasons to Participate in a Research Study”
This resource makes a case for participating in research studies and links of potential research participation are listed below. These may be particularly useful if one is looking to supplement their income with remote work.
https://mylocalstudy.com/2017/12/04/top-10-reasons-participate-research-study/
♦ MTurk Worker Opportunities
https://www.mturk.com/worker
♦ Learn about Clinical Studies
https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/about-studies/learn
♦ Job Listings
An updated look at who’s hiring in Central Florida excerpt from Orlando Sentinel, April 13, 2020.
G4S: Security company is looking to fill 110 positions in the Orlando area as part of nationwide effort to add 5,000 positions in U.S. G4S is offering part- and full-time security officer and site supervisor positions in several industries. Not all job openings require previous security experience—on the job training is available. Apply here: g4s.com/en-us/careers
Alorica: The call center and business consulting service is adding 500 customer service positions in Central Florida. Apply here: alorica.com/careers/ or contact CareerSource at 1-800-757-4598
Lowes: The store chain is adding more than 110 retail positions in the Orlando area. Apply here: jobs.lowes.com/ or contact CareerSource at 1-800-757-4598
Orlando Utilities Commission: OUC is adding 18 customer services positions. Apply here: ouc.com/about-ouc/careers-at-ouc or contact CareerSource at 1-800-757-4598
Florida Virtual School: With many classes moving online, FLVS is opening 37 local education support jobs. Apply here: flvs.net/careers or contact CareerSource at 1-800-757-4598
Amazon: The company is looking to add 4,700 people in Florida on a rolling basis out of 100,000 added positions nationwide. Amazon encourages U.S. residents to text AMAZON to 77088 to receive automated messages about job openings near them . Check back, the job listings change often. Apply here: amazondelivers.jobs
Publix: The grocery store giant is looking to fill “thousands” of positions across the nation, including in Orlando, at its stores and distribution centers by the end of the month. Apply here: publix.jobs
Winn-Dixie and Fresco y Más: Both grocery chains are adding positions due to the coronavirus outbreak. The number of jobs vary by store. Apply here: segrocers.com/careers
Walmart: Walmart is hiring 9,400 people to work in stores and distribution centers across Florida and has warehouses in Davenport and Winter Haven. Apply here: careers.walmart.com
Cellular Sales/Verizon Wireless: Verizon’s largest retailer is looking to add positions to its 46 retail locations in East Florida. The business is considered “essential” retail and plans to stay open. Apply here: jobs.cellularsales.com
CVS: The pharmacy chain is looking to hire 50,000 workers nationally and is working with Hilton and Marriott to fill those jobs with people furloughed because of the virus. Apply here: jobs.cvshealth.com
Aldi: Grocery chain adding jobs at all stores/warehouses, including those in Central Florida. Apply here: careers.aldi.us/
Walgreens: The pharmacy chain is looking to fill 9,500 positions around the country. Apply here: jobs.walgreens.com
Wawa: The convenience store is hiring in Central Florida for positions including full-time night supervisors, part-time customer service associates and managerial jobs, including customer service supervisors, food and beverage managers, assistant general managers and general managers. Apply here: wawa.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/careers
Pepsi: The company is looking to “aggressively and quickly” hire temporary staff in the Orlando community, particularly for merchandise and warehouse positions, as well as delivery drivers. Apply here: pepsifrontlinecareers.com
Pizza Hut: The restaurant has 30,000 jobs open across the country and is looking to get delivery drivers on the road more quickly. Apply here: jobs.pizzahut.com
Domino’s: Pizza delivery is ramping up with families at home. Domino’s is adding jobs across several positions, including delivery, pizza makers, customer service representatives, managers, assistant managers. Apply here: jobs.dominos.com
Papa John’s: The pizza chain is looking to add 20,000 employees. Apply here: jobs.papajohns.com
7-Eleven: 7-Eleven is adding 20,000 jobs for workers who are losing hours or hoping to pick up extra shifts. Apply here: careers.7-eleven.com
Dollar General: The company is adding up to 50,000 employees by the end of April, including in positions in Central Florida. Apply here: careers.dollargeneral.com
Family Dollar and Dollar Tree: Both stores are looking to add 25,000 employees at their retail locations and distribution centers. Apply here: familydollar.com/careers
Fresh Market: The grocery store is looking to hire for several additional positions, including cashiers and clerks in the Orlando area. Apply here: careers.thefreshmarket.com
Freshfields Farm Orlando: The family-owned grocer at 400 East Compton St. in Orlando is looking for experienced restaurant staff to work on its production team for $12 to $16 an hour, full- or part-time. Apply here: freshfieldsfarm.com/company/#careers
Rodas Outdoor Services: The Wedgefield-based landscaping company is looking to hire workers who have lost their jobs due to the coronavirus outbreak. No experience needed; on-the-job training will be offered. Contact Eddie Rodas at 407-405-8243 or rodasoutdoorservices@gmail.com
Instacart: The online grocery delivery service expects to add 15,000 shoppers in Florida. Sign up: shoppers.instacart.com
Town Star gas stations: The convenience store is looking to employ 25 to 30 people out of work due to coronavirus for seasonal positions. It has stores in Orlando, Apopka and Belle Isle. Apply here: gpminvestments.com
Smart Baking Company: The Sanford-based gluten-, carb- and sugar-free baker is growing and looking to add 20 to 40 employees in production and order fulfillment roles, both part- and full-time. The jobs aren’t a result of coronavirus, but we’re adding them here because they don’t require experience. On-the-job training will be offered. Apply by sending a resume to careers@smartbakingco.com
Celltronix: The Metro by T-Mobile dealer, will remain open through the outbreak and plans to add sales associate positions in the Orlando area. Apply here: celltronix.careerplug.com
Protect your finances
The following information can help you handle your finances during this difficult time.
♦ “Protect Yourself Financially From the Impact of the Coronavirus” from Consumer Finance Protection Bureau
This source provides tips regarding what to do if you cannot pay your bills, lose your income, and how to protect yourself from scams.
https://www.consumerfinance.gov/about-us/blog/protect-yourself-financially-from-impact-of-coronavirus/
♦ GreenPath Financial Wellness
A national non-profit organization that provides learning opportunities and resources to support individual’s financial wellness. Free resources include budgeting worksheets and articles on preparing for financial emergencies and dealing with income loss.
https://www.greenpath.com/
Resources for your family
The following resources can be of value to your loved ones, from free meals for your kids to fun activities you can do as a family.
♦ Free meals for your kids!
Many Florida schools are offering free meals to students 18 and under during coronavirus closures. Click here to find locations
https://summerbreakspot.freshfromflorida.com/
♦ “Interventions for Online Therapy with Youth”
This source provides links to a series of fun activities and resources for your kids and teens, as well as information for parents desiring to get their kids involved in teletherapy.
https://www.guidancett.com/blog/interventions-for-online-therapy-with-children-and-youth-2020?fbclid=IwAR2furDAjeWR0dLVfvgqkvSfjGqVMKzuP3IemOsYxgImeqRSq165ETP7hr8
♦ Over 30 Virtual Field Trips with Links
This source provides links to virtual tours you and your kids can take including zoos, museums, and even mars! Many of these links also include activities for your kids to complete.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1SvIdgTx9djKO6SjyvPDsoGlkgE3iExmi3qh2KRRku_w/preview?fbclid=IwAR308ypyrVUcyEbQt32YkqxxPqAWZnpbldziJj-I5wLM8Kbh5ihY9P9KpW0
♦ Florida Department of Education Free Resources for Families and Teachers
Includes educational resources, food-related resources, and coronavirus-specific resources:
http://www.fldoe.org/em-response/resources-families.stml
Cleaning/disinfecting guidelines and recommendations
The following lists hospitality industry-specific guidelines for cleaning and disinfecting in light of coronavirus.
♦ “Cleaning and disinfecting guidance for hospitality – COVID-19”
This resource provides brief information on the virus as well as cleaning and disinfecting guidelines for housekeepers and food service roles in light of the virus.
https://www.ahla.com/sites/default/files/customer-cleaning-and-disinfecting-guidance-hospitality-03202020_0.pdf
Continuing education and skill development
If you find that you have some extra time on your hands, you may want to work on continuing to develop your skills and further your education. The following resources can provide structured means for you to achieve those goals.
♦ Coursera | Build Skills with Online Courses from Top Institutions
This resource provides access to free, online educational courses that allows users to learn skills and earn certificates or degrees.
https://www.coursera.org/
Information related to mental health
The following sites listed provide helpful mental health-related resources and recommendations to manage stress, anxiety, and more from both a prevention and intervention perspective.
♦ UCF Restores offering mental health assistance during coronavirus outbreak
https://www.ucfrestores.org/post/mental-wellness-amid-the-coronavirus-covid-19-outbreak
♦ Centers for Disease Control and Prevention mental health related recommendations regarding the management of anxiety and stress:
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prepare/managing-stress-anxiety.html
♦ National Alliance on Mental Illness COVID-19 Resources and Recommendations:
https://www.nami.org/getattachment/About-NAMI/NAMI-News/2020/NAMI-Updates-on-the-Coronavirus/COVID-19-Updated-Guide-1.pdf
♦ Coronavirus and Mental Health: Taking Care of Ourselves During Infectious Disease Outbreaks
This resource provides a short list of helpful recommendations to protect the mental health of one’s family and themselves during an infectious disease outbreak
https://www.psychiatry.org/news-room/apa-blogs/apa-blog/2020/02/coronavirus-and-mental-health-taking-care-of-ourselves-during-infectious-disease-outbreaks
♦ “Coronavirus: Overcoming the Loneliness of Social Distancing” by Kathy Gurchiek SHRM
This article presents suggestions for combating feelings of loneliness associated with social isolation and ways to stay socially connected at home.
https://www.shrm.org/hr-today/news/hr-news/pages/coronavirus-overcoming-the-loneliness-of-social-distancing-.aspx
♦ Build Your Resilience in the Face of a Crisis
Provides suggestions on ways to build resilience and manage stress while dealing with difficult personal and professional experiences.
https://hbr.org/2020/03/build-your-resiliency-in-the-face-of-a-crisis
General Information Regarding COVID-19 Crisis
♦ Government Response to Coronavirus, COVID-19:
https://www.usa.gov/coronavirus
♦ Florida Department of Health: What you need to know about COVID-19 in Florida
https://floridahealthcovid19.gov/