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Career Launch
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Career Launch
Presented by
VocRehab & VABIR
Jobs and Careers
- A job can become a career
- One person's job could be another's career
- You may need a job to pay the bills now and a career later
- We can help with both!
Jobs
and Careers
We want to help you reach your career potential, whatever that is!
Pathways
Personal Care Attendant
Server
Handyman
Pathways
Warehouse Worker
Cashier
Driver
Retail Pathway
Working up the ladder:
Assistant Store Manager
Lead Cashier
Permanent Cashier
Seasonal Cashier
Retail Field
Healthcare Pathway
Medical Field
Registered Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse
Licensed Nursing Aid
Personal Care Attendant
Training and Education
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Training
and
Education
Training
Opportunities
Training Opportunities
- Certified Production Technician
- Clean Sweep
- CDL School
- General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
- Bookkeeping
- Phlebotomy
- Computer Classes
- LNA
- Personal Care Attendant
- IT
AND MORE!
Progressive Employment
What are your options?
Progressive
Employment
- Employer Tours
- Informational Interviews
- Job Shadows
- Work Experiences
- On-the-job-training
Progressive Employment & Short-Term Training
Research has shown that you are 21% more likely to find meaningful employment after participating in a Progressive Employment activity!
But Does It Work?
Labor Market Information
Job/Career Average Wage Required Training Can we help?
Yes!
Yes!
Yes!
Yes!
Yes!
CDL License
LNA License
Machine Training
Customer Service
ServSafe
$14-$20+
$10.78-$12
$10.78-$25
$10.78-$12
$10.78
CDL Driver
LNA
Manufacturing
Cashier
Food Service
Others?
Labor Market
Job Search
Job Search
Finding Job Leads
Job Leads
What If I Don't Have a Computer?
No Computer?
- Newspapers
- Weekly Job Leads
- Access a computer (Library, Dept. of Labor, VocRehab)
- VocRehab Can Help!
Do I need a resume?
YES!!!
Resume
Note: You may need to send in a cover letter with your resume. If the job ad asks for one, make sure to include it.
Resume Anatomy
Resume Building
- Name & Contact Information
- Work History
- Education
- Certifications
- Volunteer Work
- Skills
What Are "Transferable Skills"?
Transferable Skills
Transferable skills are abilities that a person develops through life experience. They can be applied from one situation to another.
- A job
- School
- Volunteering
- Home life
- Hobbies
- Others?
What Are Employers Looking For In New Employees?
What Employers Look For
- Punctual
- Dependable
- Reliable Transportation
- Team Player
- Computer Skills
- Honest
- Positive Attitude
- Strong Communicator
- Motivated to Work
- Good Hygiene
What If I Get an Interview?
Interview
- Call your Employment Consultant and/or VR Counselor
- Dress up
- Have good hygiene
- Know the company
- Come prepared with the right questions
- Thank the interviewer
- You may also want to send a Thank You email or letter 24-48 hours after the interview
Tip: If you really want the job, make it known! Don't be afraid to let the employer know how excited you are about the position.
You Got a Job Offer!
Now What Should You Do?
New Job
- Congratulations!
- Call your Employment Consultant and/or VR Counselor to tell them the good news
- Remember we are here to support you on the job
What's Next?
- Calendar of Events
- Assessments
- Packets
Next Steps
QUESTIONS?