A New Job and Community: Key Considerations

Considering and/or accepting a new job is an exciting time and also one that can create significant anxiety, especially within the family unit. As a result, we encourage you to consider various elements your family deems a priority in transitioning to a new community throughout the recruitment process. The following seem to be common elements considered. Remember, life is about the journey and we hope you and your family embrace this change and it helps to grow you even stronger.

Below are many elements we suggest exploring together as a family when considering a job that requires a relocation:

?     Geography and access options back to extended family (airports, highways, etc…)

?     Community history as well as the community development plans

?     Entertainment, cultural and culinary options available in the community

?     School options (public vs. private, etc.)

?     Community housing options

?     Introduction of family members to the community and to the organization

?     Faith connectivity and options 

?     Climate and seasonality of the area; allergies and other health issues affected, etc.

?     Other individual family members concerns