Landing a JOB

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Landing a JOB

• Its more than good luck!

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Possible Employment Settings

• Schools
• Clinics or Hospitals
• Community / Public Health Agencies
• Business / Industry
• Self-Employment

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Landing that first JOB

• Creating a resume that reflects professional
  competence
• Type all application materials and proof read
  all materials multiple times

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Landing that first JOB

• Experienceexperienceexperience!
• Previous employment
• Internships/Practicums
• Service Learning
• Volunteering

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Landing that first JOB

• Review job opening on a regular basis
• Networknetworknetwork

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Landing that first JOB

• Develop a Portfolio!
• Work samples (varied)
• Certifications / Licensure
• Professional Memberships

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Landing that first JOB

• Honest Assessment of Skills
• Communication Skills
• Written
• Verbal
• Second language
• Collaboration
• Technology Skills
• Leadership Skills
• Organization Skills
• Assessment, Planning, Implementing, Evaluating

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Landing that first JOB

• Current and specific references
• Developing relationships necessary for people to
  provide recommendations beyond the standard

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Interviewing

• Do your homework
• Having a vision for your future
• Being able to communicate your strengths and
  identify areas in which you will continue to grow
• Demonstrating good listening skills
• Providing answers to the questions asked

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What you want to know about your employer?

• Support for continuing education or professional
  development
• Benefits package
• Work environment/climate
• Strengths/future goals of the agency or
  organization
• Review process/advancement