Maybe changing my mind....
May 15th 2014, 12:24 pm
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Re: Maybe changing my mind....
Thanks becki same here! I'm thinking of going to BC..... Where are you headed?
May 15th 2014, 1:03 pm
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Re: Maybe changing my mind....
I'm the same, I'm in a similar area to you being a care worker in children's residential for over 3 years now. Although I love working within this area I have had enough of the long hours, sleep ins and bringing my work home with me.
There is plenty of work for me in the UK and not so much in Canada but it is my chance to try something new and maybe make something of it whether that be for a 1 year, 2 years or permanently.
I think you said you were 31? So we are similar in age and at this time when some people believe you should be 'settled' but that's not always the case.
Just go for it, if you get out the and think this isn't for me at least you gave it a go.
Can't help you with Christmas I am afraid, I don't like it very much although will miss my family
There is plenty of work for me in the UK and not so much in Canada but it is my chance to try something new and maybe make something of it whether that be for a 1 year, 2 years or permanently.
I think you said you were 31? So we are similar in age and at this time when some people believe you should be 'settled' but that's not always the case.
Just go for it, if you get out the and think this isn't for me at least you gave it a go.
Can't help you with Christmas I am afraid, I don't like it very much although will miss my family
But blink and you'll be a unsettled 40ish with no house and no career. You better think carefully.
May 15th 2014, 1:08 pm
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Re: Maybe changing my mind....
Not if I only go for a year... There's always sw jobs in uk.
May 15th 2014, 2:10 pm
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May 15th 2014, 3:12 pm
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Thanks. I'll only have about 3300 dollars when I arrive, not much for Vancouver is it without a job lined up?
May 15th 2014, 3:27 pm
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well (to state the obvious) it's more than the minimum - which they say is needed to cover the first 3 months - although people have posted on forums & fb that you can go through that very fast. It'll probably depend a lot on if your attitude is that you want carer/social work work, or if you're happy to take anything that gives you a paycheck.
May 15th 2014, 3:32 pm
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Yeah, I'll be willing to take anything to start. Thanks
May 15th 2014, 3:56 pm
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In that case, I'd say really go for it - BC is amazing (I'm starting there), and worst case scenario it's a year's holiday. You might not be able to work in social work in Canada, but you can be confident of getting another job when you come home - so it's really your last chance for a great opportunity. Enjoy!
May 15th 2014, 5:41 pm
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I think it's fair to say, set your expectations accordingly. Find a job. Any job. Don't expect to find a job as a social worker. If you do, it's a bonus, but don't count on it. You're coming here for a one year working vacation. Enjoy it while you have it! It'll go fast.
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By the way, if you need inspiration, look up http://stophavingaboringlife.com/
May 15th 2014, 5:47 pm
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Re: Maybe changing my mind....
I've been away for two Christmases now. I'm not gonna lie, I'm looking forward to spending this next one at home. However the last two in Vancouver have been really special. I've had two 'orphans' Christmases, where a load of us in the same boat just chipped in for a Christmas meal and had a wicked day. I wouldn't do it forever, but it's good to spend at least one Christmas away I think.
May 15th 2014, 6:21 pm
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Re: Maybe changing my mind....
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I've been away for two Christmases now. I'm not gonna lie, I'm looking forward to spending this next one at home. However the last two in Vancouver have been really special. I've had two 'orphans' Christmases, where a load of us in the same boat just chipped in for a Christmas meal and had a wicked day. I wouldn't do it forever, but it's good to spend at least one Christmas away I think.
I've been away for two Christmases now. I'm not gonna lie, I'm looking forward to spending this next one at home. However the last two in Vancouver have been really special. I've had two 'orphans' Christmases, where a load of us in the same boat just chipped in for a Christmas meal and had a wicked day. I wouldn't do it forever, but it's good to spend at least one Christmas away I think.
