Session 6 the Application Process & Daily Schedule

8/14/2019 Session 6 the Application Process & Daily Schedule

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Session 6:

Application Process & DailySchedule


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Session 6Class Agenda Pre/Post test Never write/ Write instead Additional Tips For Applications Preparing a Great Looking Application with Resume

Job Screening Process Meet the Manager Practicing Cold Call Script Discussion on Individual Performance Daily Schedule

Remember To Use Your JIST Cards asscripts


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Application Process

The job coach needs to be involvedthroughout Options in educating, directing,and assisting participants in the applicationprocess

Not everyone knows the proper techniqueswhen filling out an application

This could possibly be one of the reasonspeople Do Not get called back when theyapply for jobs


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Role Of Application

Becomes your calling card

Screens you in/out from otherapplicants

Creates an agenda for theinterview

Handout 6.0.1


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4. BE NEAT!!!! Print in ink or type the requestedinformation. Be prepared at all times. Carryan ink pen with an ink eraser in case of

mistakes

5. Spell properly, use proper English, and proofread before handing the application in

6. LEAVE NO BLANKS Be complete andanswer every question. Use N/A if theinformation requested doesnt apply to you


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7. Give reliable references. Be sure to ask permission ofeach reference source before using them. EmployersDO check references

8. Dont forget to sign and date your application

9. Be accurate and make sure all information is correct


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Additional Tips For FillingOut A Job Application

Be Prepared; make sure you haveeverything that you will need for

the interview

Friends and relatives; Choose your

friends carefully if your friend is ahard worker then mention his/hername. They will then associateyou with your friend and think youare a hard worker also

Handout 6.0.2


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Criminal Record; If there is a ghostin your past insist on discussing it,

rather than writing about it. In thespace that asks about convictionswrite Will disclose at interview

Education; Do not exaggerateeducation background; Employers

do check education claims.


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AdditionalTips For FillingOut A Job Application

Job Hopping; If a person switchesjobs often it sends up a red flag.

Employers want people who willstay

Unemployment Gaps; The applicantshould offer some explanationduring the interview if there are

gaps between jobs


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No work history; If you have noprevious work experience writedown all volunteer, charity, casual

labor, or self employment jobs youmay have done

Money; When an application askswhat wage or salary are youexpecting you should write open


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Filling Out Job Applications

Have your resume on hand becauseeven if you have to fill out an

application, you can use it as areference guide


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No matter how rigid a form maybeyou can still highlight why you are the

person for the job


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Although applications arent asflexible as resumes you can still make

them work to your advantage.Remember to complete all parts of theform


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Thank You Letters

Following an interview, you should write ashort note thanking the interviewer for theirtime. Send it as soon as possible after the

interview. Even if you do not get this job,something else may come along you arebetter suited for

If you leave the interviewer with a goodimpression, they may more likely rememberyou in the future


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Why the Civil ServiceApplication is Instrumental in

Job SearchingThe Civil Service Application is the applicationused when taking the civil service test whenapplying for State Jobs. This includes but isnot limited to:

Department of Motor Vehicles

Department of Health and Human

ResourcesState warehouses

Department of Corrections


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Job Searching

Universal/Master Application

Opens Doors to JobOpportunities

Format/Layout for resumesHandout 6.1


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Draws Out Job Experience, Skills, andQualifications

Recognizes Students Job & TrainingAccomplishments

Proactive Motivated Approach to Job Search

Learn & Understand Civil Service JobPlacement Process


Job Searching


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The Information I Just HandedOut Are Samples of:

The Master Application

The Daily Schedule For A Week

The Civil Service Test Application

Handouts 6.2.1 & 6.2.2

Handout 6.2.1


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The Problem withApplications

They reveal your weaknesses

Are designed to screen you out

Not a good tool for getting interviews

Not used in many small businesses


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Why Bother withApplications?

Important in larger organizations and

government

Force you to organize your experience

Many employers request them


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Tips for Completing theApplication Follow instructions

Be Neat

Avoid Negatives

Emphasize Skills & Accomplishments

Fill in Every Blank

Use an Erasable Black Pen


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The Last Word on

Applications An application can NOT get you a job,

but it may get you screened out ofbeing interviewed for one!


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The Last Word on

ApplicationsWhen possible, avoid the

application process:

Directly contact the personwho can hire you!


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The Last Word on

Applications When you do fill out an application, make surethat it is:

Neat,

Accurate

Complete.

A positive report on; You and Your Qualifications


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Reasons for LeavingEmployment Seeking Career or Job Advancement

Seasonal or Temporary Work

Relocating to Another Area or Location

Reduction in Force/Economy slowed

Business Closed

Health or Injury

Pregnancy

Handout 6.3


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Letter of Resignation

Guidelines

Example

Handout 6.4


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Daily Schedule

Week One

Handout 6.5

Documents

Session 6 the Application Process & Daily Schedule