Hello Donna,

Thank you for reaching out to Cancer and Careers. We have a number of volunteer career coaches who are familiar with the challenges that can come along with looking for work following a diagnosis and treatment. Is there a particular aspect that you've found daunting? I am happy to pass your question on to one of our coaches but would recommend that in the meantime you take a look at a few of the resources offered by CAC, as they might provide some more insight into next steps and alleviate some of the anxiety that comes with a job search following cancer:

• Our article on Job-Hunting After Cancer Treatment provides a number of questions to ask yourself prior to seeking a new position or changing fields. The answers to these questions can help highlight where your skills are transferrable, identifying what is most important to you, and how to get started. 


• Take a look at our recorded webinar on Career Change, offering guidance on the process for changing careers, identifying obstacles and opportunities, and creating an action plan.


• If you're not entirely sure you're interested in a career change, check out our website section on Exploring Your Options. Here you will find further information on finding meaningful work and additional job-search tools.


• If there are certain aspects of the job search that are particularly daunting, download or order our free Job Search Toolkit. In this toolkit, the elements of job searchign are broken down and tools and advice are given for everythin from resumes and coverletters to networking and interviewing. 

Feel free to reach out with any further questions, or if you're interested in any additional materials.

Warm regards,

Nicole Jarvis, LMSW

Senior Manager of Programs