Employment Site Screening Form

EMPLOYER CONTACT CARD

EMPLOYMENT SITE SCREENING FORM

NAME OF COMPANY ______DATE ______

ADDRESS ______PHONE ______

CITY ______STATE ______ZIP ______

ON OR NEAR PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION? YES ______NO ______

PRIMARY CONTACT PERSON(S) ______

TITLE ______

BEST TIME TO CONTACT ______

DESCRIPTION OF BUISNESS ______

______

TYPES OF JOBS AVAILABLE ______

______

POOR FAIR GOOD

SUPERVISION PROVIDED

(Is supervision adequate for YTP student’s needs?) ______

EMPLOYER’S ATTITUDE

(Is the employer flexible and open to hiring people with disabilities?) ______

NATURAL SUPPORTS

(Are there opportunities for co-workers to provide ongoing support?) ______

Is the Employer Interested In…? (Check all that apply)

____ having students tour or “job-shadow”

____ talking to students at YTP class

____ serving as a volunteer mentor

____ placing student in work experience positions

____ hiring students as paid employees

COMMENTS: ______

______

EMPLOYER THANK YOU LETTER

Add YTP/school logo

Personalize the letter for each business

Dear ______

I wanted to write you to express my appreciation for your time and interest in learning about the Youth Transition Program (YTP). I enjoyed our visit and learned more about [name specific business]. In the next few months, we will be providing YTP classroom instruction and planning for the training of participants. The information gained from our conversation will be helpful to our staff in carrying out these activities.

[Additional paragraph for employers who will be contacted again]

We are very interested in talking with you more about:

____ having students visit your business

____ arranging a time for you to talk with our students

____ becoming part of our mentoring program

____ placing student in work experience positions

____ hiring students

One of the YTP Staff will be contacting you in that regard in the near future. Again, let me thank you for clearing your busy schedule to talk with me.

Sincerely,

Mr./Mrs./Ms.

YTP Transition Specialist

STUDENT SUMMARY FORM

Name ______Date ______

Student job goals ______

______

Hours available to work ______
Type of transportation used ______
Previous work experience (paid or unpaid):

______

General Vocational profile: For each specific skill listed, indicate whether this is an area of strength (S) or weakness (W) for this student.

INTERPERSONAL/

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

____ working with the public

____ answering the telephone

____ working as a member of the team

____ following verbal directions

____ other ______

FUNCTIONAL ACADEMIC SKILLS

____ operating cash register

____ counting change

____ completing paperwork/forms

____ following written directions

____ other ______

PHYSICAL DEXTERITY/STRENGTH

____ repeated bending/lifting

____ standing for extended periods

____ using heavy equipment

____ working quickly

____ other ______

OTHER JOB SPECIFIC SKILLS

____ working independently

______

Comments: ______

______

RESUME WORKSHEET

NAME ______SOCIAL SECUIRTY # ______

ADDRESS ______PHONE ______

WORK EXPERIENCE

Job Title ______Duties ______

Employer ______

City/State ______

Start/End Dates ______

Job Title ______Duties ______

Employer ______

City/State ______

Start/End Dates ______

EDUCATION (grade/High School/City & State)

______

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

______

REFERENCES

Name ______Phone ______

Address ______

Name ______Phone ______

Address ______

COMMON INTERVIEW QUESTIONS AND TIPS FOR ANSWERING THEM

TELL ME ABOUT YOURSELF.

TIPS FOR ANSWERING QUESTION 1

Expect this question and come prepared to answer it.

What the employer is looking for is an idea of your self – confidence, your ability to handle yourself under pressure, and a description of your background and abilities as they relate to the job.

Mention those things that you are proud of and comfortable talking about, keeping them job-related. (For example, talk about your skills, abilities, personal qualities, work experience, or vocational training.)

WHY DO YOU WANT TO WORK HERE?

TIPS FOR ANSWERING QUESTION 2

You should be excited about working for the employer who is interviewing you. Do some research on the company so that you have a list of reason why you want to work there.

WHER DO YOU SEE YOURSELF IN FIVE YEARS?

TIPS FOR ANSWERING QUESTION 3

If you do not know where you will be in five years, remember that is true for most people. Be honest.

Try to keep your answers related to the job you are applying for.

Ask the employer about ways to advance within the company.

WHY SHOULD I HIRE YOU?

TIPS FOR ANSWERING QUESTION 4

This is your chance to tell the employer about your best qualities, and your strongest skills. Be positive!

Think about what the employer needs, and describe how you meet those needs.

WHAT ARE YOUR STRENGTHS?

TIPS FOR ANSWERING QUESTION 5

Remember that we all have strengths. It is important to be able to notice yours and talk about them with an employer.

Talk about the strengths you have that are important for the job in which you are applying.

WHAT ARE YOUR WEAKNESSES?

TIPS FOR ANSWERING QUESTION 6

Be willing to admit you have weaknesses

Mention to the employer how you are working to correct your weaknesses

WHY DID YOU LEAVE YOUR LAST JOB?

TIPS FOR ANSWERING QUESTION 7

Give a short explanation of why you left your last job. Don’t talk about problems or faults of your last employer.

Remember, your past employer may be called for a reference check. Your stories should match.

WHAT DID YOU LIKE MOST ABOUT YOUR LAST JOB?

TIPS FOR ANSWERING QUESTION 8

Talk about some part of your last job that you will also find in your new job. (For example, “I liked working around people.”)

If you don’t have anything good to say, don’t say anything at all.

HOW ARE YOU QUALIFIED FOR THIS JOB?

TIPS FOR ANSWERING QUESTION 9

It is a good idea to first communicate your understanding of the job before you answer this question. If your understanding is correct, the employer is pleased. If not, the employer will be happy to correct you.

Remember that you are “qualified” or the employer would not be having an interview with you. This is your chance to really sell yourself as the person to be hired for this position.

WHAT DO YOU KNOW ABOUT OUR COMPANY?

TIPS FOR ANSWERING QUESTION 10

Make positive statements about the company, based on the research you have done. (For example, “I know that this is a very competitive firm that has been growing very quickly.”)

If you haven’t researched the company, your best response is probably, “Actually, I know very little about your company. I wonder if you would mind answering a few questions.”

HOW SOON COULD YOU START?

TIPS FOR ANSWERING QUESTION 11

If you already are working, you need to be fair and give two week’s notice to your employer. The interviewer will respect you for your consideration.

Other food answers for those people who can start work right away are “Today!” or “Anytime, you name it!”

DO YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS FOR ME?

TIPS FOR ANSWERING QUESTION 12

Remember that you are interviewing the employer as well as being interviewed. By asking questions you let the employer know that you are looking for the right place to put your skills to work.

You should be prepared to ask at least three or four good questions. You can ask questions in any of the following categories.

About the job (what are the exact job duties?)

About the work environment (Where would I be working?)

About the company (About how many people work here?)

About the opportunities (If I start working here as a busboy and show I am a good worker, can I work up to being a waiter?)

You should end the interview by finding out when the employer will make a decision about hiring.

JOB INTERVIEW QUESTIONS:

STUDENT WORKSHEET

TELL ME ABOUT YOURSELF?

______

WHY DO YOU WANT TO WORK HERE?

______

WHERE DO YOU SEE YOURSELF IN FIVE YEARS?

______

WHY SHOULD I HIRE YOU?

______

WHAT ARE YOUR STRENGTHS?

______

WHAT ARE YOUR WEAKNESSES?

______

WHY DID YOU LEAVE YOUR LAST JOB?

______

WHAT DID YOU LIKE MOST ABOUT YOUR LAST JOB?

______

HOW ARE YOU QUALIFIED FOR THIS JOB?

______

WHAT DO YOU KNOW ABOUT OUR COMPANY?

______

HOW SOON COULD YOU START?

______

DO YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS FOR ME?

______

JOB CONTACT SHEET

Date / Company / Contact Person / Call Back / Turn In Application / Job Interview / Comments/Follow-up

JOB SUMMARY FORM

Employer ______Date ______

Job(s) available ______
Work hours required ______
Wages/benefits offered ______
Job duties:

______

Specialized skills requires: (Check all that apply.)

INTERPERSONAL/

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

____ working with the public

____ answering the telephone

____ working as a member of the team

____ following verbal directions

____ other ______

FUNCTIONAL ACADEMIC SKILLS

____ operating cash register

____ counting change

____ completing paperwork/forms

____ following written directions

____ other ______

PHYSICAL DEXTERITY/STRENGTH

____ repeated bending/lifting

____ standing for extended periods

____ using heavy equipment

____ working quickly

____ other ______

OTHER JOB SPECIFIC SKILLS

____ working independently

______

Comments: ______

MONTHLY PROGRESS REPORT

Name ______Employer ______

Please rate this individual’s current performance in the following areas:

Basic Job Behaviors Poor Fair Good

Attends work regularly, and call when unable to go to work.

Arrives at work on time and follows break/departure schedule.

Follows workplace rules and regulations, including safety rules.

Meets expectations forquantity and quality of work.

Adjusts to changes in work schedules, routines, or assignments.

Maintains good working relationship with co-workers and supervisors.

Specific Job Duties

Comments:

Employer Signature ______

1 2 3

Poor Fair Good

12 3

Date ______