Get Ready To Work
Ask Yourself
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Want to learn how to find, apply, and interview for a job?
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Would you like to try working in different environments?
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Do you wonder what is expected of you in the workplace?
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Have you thought about accommodations and how you can request them?
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Are you ready to live independently?
We Offer These Services:
SKILLS FOR WORK
Learn good work habits and skills to prepare for success on the job.
Skills for Work could help you:
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Learn how to search and apply for a job
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Learn how to get to work
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Understand employer expectations
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Develop social skills for the workplace
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Strengthen communication skills
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Understand information on paychecks
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Practice money management skills
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Learn about independent living
SELF-ADVOCACY
Practice being your own champion and maximizing your skills in the workplace.
Self-Advocacy training could help you:
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Understand your rights at work
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Learn your responsibilities at work
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Participate in leadership activities
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Learn about accommodations and supports
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Practice communicating needs and concerns
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Participate in mentoring opportunities
WORK EXPERIENCES
Connect with local professionals and get real-world work experience.
Work Experiences could include:
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Short-term employment
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Internships (paid or unpaid)
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On-the-job training
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Apprenticeships (informal)
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Informational interviews
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Work site tours
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Job shadowing
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Volunteer opportunities
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Mentoring opportunities
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