I am totally devastated

Today I was told that my position is being eliminated effective 2/4/09. I don't know what to do. I want to believe that God has something better for me but I am just not in a really good place right now.

If anyone in the chicagoland area knows of any job opportunities please let me know. I have a B.S. in Computer Info Sys. 2 1/2 years as a Setup Config Analyst, 5 years Customer Service exp and about 5 years of admin/clerical experience.

ETA:
I am trying to look at the cup as half full. I had already decided that Info Technology is not for me and last summer started taking pre reqs for nursing school. I just sent off my application and fee yesterday to the nursing school of my choice and was planning to leave my job in the summer to go full time. Sure this timing sucks but overall it is probably for the best. That being said, I am open to ANY type of job, IT or otherwise with ANY hours. I did just put in an application for another IT job 2 weeks ago at my last employer. Hoping that pans out as it would involve a raise and shorter commute.

I am so sorry to hear about your job being eliminated, Amanda.  While I don't live in the chicago area, i would like to suggest that you take a look on www.rushmoredrive.com. You may also want to check on www.iseecolor.com  iseecolor is great for networking.

I have been where you have been, and i understand it's scary. But, i am a sure nuff witness that God will get you through this. Be encouraged Amanda.

Thank you, I will check out those sites.

I will definitely send up a prayer for you.  I know something will come up because God always provides. 

God Bless

Thank you, I can use all the prayers I can get.

Breathe!!!

Girl...remember the doors...remember the doors...when one closes...GOD OPENS ANOTHER - WITH GREATER POSSIBILITIES!

But dang, Amanda...that's less than 2 weeks away...and a bummer for real...(I thank God you had your revision prior to this announcement!)

I'll keep my ear to the stone and let you know if I hear of anything...in the meantime, keep your head up!

DD

I am trying to breathe, I truly believe what you typed is true. I just got the news this morning, then they told me to take the rest of the day off to cope with the news. I am so glad that I had my revision covered already, in the back of my mind though I am wondering if they are letting me go due to all the time I have been off. I know there are others with my same title who were not laid off. Anyway, thanks!

My friend in IT always has good luck with Craigslist.  Thoughts and prayers are with you that you find something quickly and better.

Thank you, I will check into Craigslist.

I'm so sorry Amanda.  The first thing I thought was I'm sooooo glad you had your revision!

My best to you on finding another job.  Try using a headhunter or an agency specializing in placing professionals in IT.