1. BRITTANY ENSLIN How to Find a Job

2. Why Get a Job? To gain independence To increase confidence To meet new people For experience For money!

3. Getting Started What are you interested in? What are your strengths and weaknesses? Must have skills that go with the job Do you have any job-related experience? Are you willing to volunteer first? Will you need a job coach?

4. Job Coaches Very useful for individuals of any age who need extra support at the workplace What do they do? Help carry out job duties Provide one-on-one training tailored to the needs of the employee Work with the employer about jobs that can be developed or customized

5. Job coaches and employees at the workplace

6. Writing a Resume Type resume in a word document Keep it formal-use a template Write about any past work or volunteer experience Include information about your education Write about your strengths, capabilities, and interests

7. Interviews Come prepared Practice your interview questions beforehand Bring a copy of your resume Be confident and calm Use eye contact Be honest Send a “Thank You” note after the interview (optional)

8. Do Don’t Dressing for Success Wear Khakis, black pants, or skirts Have clean, brushed/combed hair Wear shirts without big logos Neutral colors work best Match  Wear shorts  Wear a hat  Wear flip flops  Have dirty hair  Wear ripped or stained clothes  Have visible piercings/tattoos

9. Keeping Your Job Show up on time every day Warn employer ahead of time if you know you’re going to be absent Follow the rules Be a good team member Ask for feedback Try your best!

10. References http://www.careersportal.ie/disability/az.php?e d_sub_cat_id=89&parent=20#.VQhjoY6jOSo http://www.careersportal.ie/disability/az.php?e d_sub_cat_id=89&parent=20#.VQhjoY6jOSo http://www.crossroadsdiversified.com/employm ent-services/youth-services http://www.crossroadsdiversified.com/employm ent-services/youth-services http://www.ncwd- youth.info/sites/default/files/infobrief_issue34.pdf http://www.ncwd- youth.info/sites/default/files/infobrief_issue34.pdf http://www.quintcareers.com/teen_first_job.htm l http://www.quintcareers.com/teen_first_job.htm l