Mploy A Job Readiness Workbook

This self-guided workbook is suitable for young adults aged 16-26 with ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) or LD (Learning Differences), to teach the necessary skills for entering the workforce and forging a meaningful career path. Providing insight into a range of industries and workplace settings, this workbook will help you to support young people in choosing rewarding and successful careers. Detailing the College Internship Program's (CIP) successful Mploy program, the information in this book will help young adults to develop self-confidence and build social connections. Including activities and ready-to-use worksheets, this is a focused look at preparing for work. Key topics include: · Career assessments · Creating effective resumes/CVs · Interview skills · Employer expectations · Professional communication · Performance appraisals · Handling stress in the workplace · Social thinking · Executive functions in the workplace

Auteur

Dr. Michael P. McManmon is the founder of the College Internship Program (CIP) that serves college-aged students with learning differences and Asperger's Syndrome in six centers across the US. CIP's goal is to prepare young men and young women with skills for life, for work and for independent living. Dr. McManmon was diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome at fifty-one years of age. His personal struggles and ensuing victories and that of his students and staff have inspired this book. He resides in Lee, Massachusetts.

Texte du rabat

This self-guided workbook is suitable for young adults aged 16-26, and includes activities designed to develop key skills for meaningful careers, so young people can enter employment with confidence. It provides everything you need as a parent, educator or professional to assist young adults with autism or learning differences to prepare for work.

Contenu

Part I: Chapter 1. The Career Continuum. Chapter 2. Exploring Career Choices. Chapter 3. Goodness of Fit. Part II: Eight Skills Employers Look For. Chapter 1. Communication. Chapter 2: Teamwork. Chapter 3: Problem Solving and Critical Thinking. Chapter 4. Initiative and Leadership. Chapter 5. Planning and Organizing. Chapter 6. Self-Management. Chapter 7. Willingness to Learn. Chapter 8. Technological Proficiency. Part III: The Employment Toolkit. Chapter 1. Making a Career Portfolio. Chapter 2. Developing a Resume. Chapter 3. Creating a Cover Letter. Chapter 4. Filling out an Application. Chapter 5. Preparing for an Interview. Chapter 6. Preparing for a New Job. Conclusion.