Teen Living 4.03 - 4.04 Practice Job Readiness Skills & Career Opportunities in the Community & Family Services Field Job Applications   The job applicant should answer every question HONESTLY An application/resume for a teenager with no experience should focus on interests/abilities After the Application  After submitting a job application, you should call and request further information or an interview Job Interviews   Practicing for interviews gives you self-confidence A positive attitude gives a good impression During an interview Sit up straight with your feet flat on the floor –good posture shows self-confidence!  Speak clearly  Your appearance should be neat to show self-respect  SCANS Skills   Broad academic and workplace skills developed by the Secretary’s Commission on Achieving Necessary Skills Technology skills involve the use of computer applications Careers in Community and Family Services Community & Family Services Jobs    Social Workers – help clients who face a disability, life-threatening disease, inadequate housing, or unemployment. Assist families that have serious domestic conflicts, sometimes involving child or spousal abuse. minimally requires a college degree Community & Family Services Jobs  Teacher – also requires a bachelor’s degree  When preparing to work at a new childcare center, learn as much as you can about the center to prepare for the job Community & Family Services Jobs   Substance Abuse Counselor – trained specifically to help people overcome drug/gambling or other addictions The most challenging career choice for mental health counselors Requires a master’s degree in most states  Resume   Apply what you have learned to create a resume. Resume requirements: Resume format typed-visit my PBWorks Obj 5 for sample resume. List interest and abilities, volunteer work, clubs, etc.  Due 9/25 Classwork  Bookwork    Chapter 23 pg 334 Viewpoints answer “Seeing Both Sides” questions. Pg 342 Thinking Critically answer 1 & 2. How many words can you make out of the word INTERVIEW? Interview __________________________ __________________________ __________________________ __________________________