This survey is a needs assessment sponsored by Encore Boston Network and the 50+ Job Seekers in MA Statewide Networking Groups, with the support of Christina Matz, PhD, of the Boston College School of Social Work.
A lot has happened over the past two years. During that time, we have worked to respond to needs as they have changed. As circumstances continue to evolve, we are looking for input to future programs and services. Please help by taking a few minutes to answer the questions in this survey.
As a way to say thank you for your participation in this survey, we are offering four free half-hour career coaching sessions to one participant (limited to MA residents over age 50) and a free copy of Kerry Hannon's new book, "In Control at 50+: How to Succeed in the New World of Work," to four others. When you click on the button to submit your survey, you will be directed to a separate page where you may provide your email address if you would like to be entered into the drawing. This way, your email will NOT be associated with your answers. Winners will be chosen at random from those who provide an email address. Thank you!
As a way to say thank you for your participation in this survey, we are offering four free half-hour career coaching sessions to one participant (limited to MA residents over age 50) and a free copy of Kerry Hannon's new book, "In Control at 50+: How to Succeed in the New World of Work," to four others. When you click on the button to submit your survey, you will be directed to a separate page where you may provide your email address if you would like to be entered into the drawing. This way, your email will NOT be associated with your answers. Winners will be chosen at random from those who provide an email address. Thank you!
SECTION 1: THE PANDEMIC
Q1. How did the pandemic affect you? (Check all that apply)
Q1. How did the pandemic affect you? (Check all that apply)
SECTION 2: EMPLOYMENT
Q2. What is your current employment status?
Q2. What is your current employment status?
If you are working, please answer the next 3 questions. Otherwise, skip to Q6.
Q3. How long have you been in your current role?
Q3. How long have you been in your current role?
Q4. How satisfied are you with your current role?
Q5. If not satisfied, please tell us why. (Check all that apply)
If you are seeking work, please answer the next 4 questions. Otherwise, skip to question Q10.
Q6. How long have you been looking for work?
Q6. How long have you been looking for work?
Q7. Which work environment do you prefer?
Q8. What has been your primary job search strategy? (check all that apply)
Q9. Which of these factors do you feel are holding you back if any? (check all that apply)
SECTION 3 : RETIREMENT
Q10. If you retired during the pandemic, what is your current intention?
Q10. If you retired during the pandemic, what is your current intention?
SECTION 3: VOLUNTEERING
Q11. What is your current volunteer status?
Q11. What is your current volunteer status?
Q12. If you are not currently volunteering, what are your reasons? (check all that apply)
SECTION 5: SUPPORT SERVICES
Q13. What employment support services have you used during the pandemic? (check all that apply)
Q13. What employment support services have you used during the pandemic? (check all that apply)
Q14. How are you currently using the support services listed above?
Q15. If less than or more than previously, please explain why.
Q16. What approach to receiving support services do you prefer?
SECTION 6: TELL US ABOUT YOU
Q17. What state do you live in?
Q17. What state do you live in?
Q18. What is your age?
Q19. What is your gender?
Q20. What is your current marital status?
Q21. What race/ethnicity do you identify with? (Check all that apply)
Q22. What is your highest level of education completed?
Q23. Thanks for taking the time to complete this survey! Your thoughts are valuable to us. If you would like to share any additional information, please do so here.
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