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Job Seeking
Explore job sources
Identify places of employment
Complete (Professional Portfolio)
cover letter
resume
application
interview
Explore Job Sources
Newspaper ads Friends and relatives Job fairs School counselors Employment agencies Internet
Identify Places of Employment
HospitalPrivate clinicHome health agencyTraveling agencySchool/University
Create a Professional Portfolio
Professional way to highlight a person’s knowledge abilities skills
Allows for presentation of your information in an organized manner
Reflects an integration of classroom activities
Professional Portfolio Components
Letter of introduction
Resume’
Project
Writing sample
Work-based learning
Oral presentation (Speech)
Service learning (Community service)
Credentials
Technology
Leadership
Other content
Cover Letter Guidelines(letter of introduction)
Typed on good quality paperUse correct spelling and grammar Include:
purpose of the letter
interest in the position
qualifications for position
contact information
Resume’ Guidelines
To include: personal identifying
information
career objective
Education
skills
accomplishments
work experience
references
One Page in Length
Application
Form or collection of forms provided to a potential employer indicating interests and qualifications for employment
Application Guidelines
Read the directions before you write
Print neatly or type
Use correct spelling and punctuation
Use a black pen, if hand written
Fill out each item neatly and completely
Be sure all information is correct and truthful
Proofread the completed application
Interview
Conversation where questions are asked by the interviewer to get information about the person being interviewed
Interview Guidelines
Have all necessary information Social Security number
References contact information
Dress appropriately
Be prepared for questionsUnderstand interview do’s and
don'ts
Interview Guidelines
Do:
be on time – even early
be prepared for difficult questions
ask questions about the position/facility
send a follow up “Thank You” note
Interview Guidelines
Don’t:answer discriminatory questionstake a cell phone into the interviewchew gum during interview
Interview Do & Don’ts Video
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S1ucmfPOBV8
Job Keeping Skills: Professional Attributes
Report to work on time Be prepared to work when you arrive Promote a positive attitude Be efficient and willing to learn Practice teamwork
Professional Development
Purpose:
Commitment to profession
Leadership
Life long learning
Research
Scope of practice guidelines
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