Update on My New Job
@ElusiveButterfly (45940)
United States
May 7, 2007 2:05pm CST
I just got off the phone with my new employer. She thought I was calling her to tell her that I didn't want the job! Of course I set her straight on that one. We discussed salary and to my surprise I will be getting about 75 cents more an hour than I anticipated! That was really good news.
Monday will be strictly orientation from 8-4. On Tuesday I will start at the agency and go off to some of the client's homes. Soon thereafter, I will have my own work schedule.
I can now fully breathe that sigh of relief. The thought of having a good paycheck coming in is wonderful.
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@gabs8513 (48686)
• United Kingdom
7 May 07
Elusive that is so wonderful I am so pleased for you and hopefully things will look up for you now as they have been bleak for a while you really deserve it and I do hope the Job turns out to be enjoyable for you
Good luck to you and my thoughts are with you on your first Day
Hugs to you
@ElusiveButterfly (45940)
• United States
8 May 07
I know that it will be hard on my body for a while, because I have not worked in so long. But, it will be okay.
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@kitchenwitchoftupper (2290)
• United States
7 May 07
I may not have been posting or commenting much, but I have been lurking, watching, and waiting for this discussion to happen! Congratulations! Let's party! I am so happy for you! Will you have just one client, more than one? Details...details...details....! Okay, I will wait until Monday night - Oh, that is tonight! Hurry and let us know~Donna
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@ElusiveButterfly (45940)
• United States
8 May 07
I will have many clients that I will be seeing. I believe it will be 3-4 a day. I will know more after next week. Huggers to you...Sarina
@creativedreamweaver (7297)
• United States
7 May 07
Oh, Elusive...that is so great. It's always better to recieve more than you expect for pay. It's hard work though and you deserve every penny. I can't wait for you to tell us how it's all going. Just remember to watch out for the elderly during a full moon, lol. I know you are going to just love it. You are such a giving and caring person, your job should reflect that about you. Hugs, and bet you can't wait till Monday.
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@jeanena (2198)
• Bucklin, Kansas
10 May 07
I worked in Nursing Homes off and on for 25 years she isnt kidding ..lol Seems like during the full moon it gets wild ,in the nursing homes anyway!
@brendalee (6082)
• United States
7 May 07
Thats really great to be getting more money than you expected. Will you get paid for orientation too? I know some places around here do that. I am so happy for you.
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@ElusiveButterfly (45940)
• United States
8 May 07
I will be paid for the orientation too. I was a bit worried about that as well.
@estherlou (5015)
• United States
7 May 07
Congratulations! I know you are feeling much better knowing you have a job now. And getting more money than you expected...a pleasant surprise!
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@ElusiveButterfly (45940)
• United States
8 May 07
I will get 25 paid personal days too. They accrue weekly.
@villageanne (8553)
• United States
7 May 07
That is such wonderful news. I can hear the excitement in your words! I know how stressful it can and does get when you are not getting an imcome in on a regular basis. Congradulations to you and your family.
YOur mother will miss having you to be available to take her to the store and such though. I really am happy for you. I bet you like this kind of work as you seem to me like you are a "people" person.
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@ElusiveButterfly (45940)
• United States
8 May 07
I am terribly excited! I had to rub it in to the hubby that I would be making more than he was.
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@villageanne (8553)
• United States
8 May 07
LOL What did you say when you told him that?? LOL
I really am happy for you. :)
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@margieanneart (26423)
• United States
11 May 07
Congratulatins sugar. I am so very happy for you. Wishing you well and lots of joy there.
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@ElusiveButterfly (45940)
• United States
12 May 07
Thank you Margieanne! I was delighted to know that things are falling into place finally!
@ElusiveButterfly (45940)
• United States
12 May 07
That is one thing that I never forget to do. Making a living is good, but enjoying life is best.
@ESKARENA1 (18261)
•
7 May 07
congratulations. I am so pleased for you and have a really good feeling about this position being right for you. It is a very good sign that you are making more than you anticipated I hope all is well
best of luck to you
blessed be
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@ElusiveButterfly (45940)
• United States
8 May 07
The people are great to work with. I have worked with this organization on a different level when I was employed with my last job.
@Eskimo (2315)
•
7 May 07
That's great news, we can all breathe a sigh of relief that you've finally got a job, I hope it really works out for you, especially after Dunkin Donuts. (I've been inactive recently since I went on holiday, came back to no broadband, and since had a virus - me not the computer, and also several family birthdays, so still to catch up with some of your other discussions).
Being able to earn makes a big difference, especially if you are going to earn more than you had originally thought.
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@ElusiveButterfly (45940)
• United States
8 May 07
Sometimes going on a holiday can be more tiring than just staying at home. Welcome back!
@mari61960 (4893)
• United States
7 May 07
Congratulations, I hope it works out for you. What a great suprise to get more money than you thought you were getting...that's always a plus. Make sure you get plenty of rest and don't wear yourself out. Sounds exciting, I'm so happy for you, you've waited quite a while for a good job to come along. Good luck, I'll keep you in my prayers.
@ElusiveButterfly (45940)
• United States
7 May 07
I was very please to hear of the offer for pay. She said that they normally don't start new employees out that high, but she said I had great references and my office skills will also come in handy.
@Grandmaof2 (7579)
• Canada
7 May 07
Congradulations on your raise before you even get started WOW Good for you. I hope this job works well for you, you're in my thoughts. Good Luck
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@ElusiveButterfly (45940)
• United States
8 May 07
I tried to contain myself when she told me what I would start at. It was actually 63 cents less than what I was paid at my last job. I worked there for 6 years.
@PurpleTeddyBear (6685)
• Canada
8 May 07
Hi Elusive Butterfly,
Congratulations! Also getting a little extra cash then what you had thought you were going to be getting is always a bonus. Good luck at this new job. Take care.
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@ElusiveButterfly (45940)
• United States
9 May 07
She also told me that most of the employees get pay raises at the end of the year too. That would be wonderful. The past 3 years I worked I received no pay raise.
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@PurpleTeddyBear (6685)
• Canada
10 May 07
That would be great hun, I will keep my fingers crossed for you that the raise comes through at the end of the year. I really wish you all the best hun!
@kgwat70 (13387)
• United States
7 May 07
Congratulations on getting the job and a salary more than what you were expecting. That is great news and hope the job goes well and that you like it. I hope that your employer did not scared by your call. :-) Usually the first day or days are for orientation as you will probably have to fill out paperwork and be given a tour or introduced to various people. It will probably be more procedural stuff than actual working. I am sure it will feel good when you get your first paycheck. :-)
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@ElusiveButterfly (45940)
• United States
8 May 07
So true! The orientation is just that. Before I can actually get a schedule to work hands-on with the patients I need to take a CPR course. I hope that will be scheduled for me to take in the first week.
@hockeygal4ever (10021)
• United States
9 May 07
What a wonderful relief! There is nothing better then knowing that you finally have a bit of substance to fall back on! Good luck and keep us posted on how it's going!
@ElusiveButterfly (45940)
• United States
10 May 07
I have to go in tomorrow to fill out all the necessary paperwork. I wonder if I will be paid for that?
@ElusiveButterfly (45940)
• United States
8 May 07
I will be working as a personal care assistant (PCA) for our local VNA/Hospice. Sure beats pouring coffee all day.
@sweetlady10 (3611)
• United States
7 May 07
Congratulation Elusive!
It's really great that you are getting more than you thought. Hope this would be turn out a great job for you and hope you enjoy doing it. Yes, it is always nice to feel having a good paycheck coming.
Good Luck!
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@ElusiveButterfly (45940)
• United States
8 May 07
I was happy to hear that they do not hold back a paycheck. Many employers do.
@whiteheather39 (24403)
• United States
7 May 07
So glad everything is going well for you. That extra payment is good news....Luck to you!
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@godwithme (13)
• China
7 May 07
congratulations to you.But I think money is not most important thing but to enjoy your work.
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@ElusiveButterfly (45940)
• United States
8 May 07
I have worked in places that pay more, but didn't enjoy my work.
