Training occurs over a two-week period. Curriculum will address work-related skills and the necessary behaviors required for entering and excelling in the workplace. Topics will be selected from those listed below depending on the population being served.
Getting Started
- Expectations/Orientation
- Relapse Prevention
- Personal Inventory of Needs, Wants and Desires
- Self-Esteem/Knowing Yourself
- Irrational/Rational Ideas about Employment
- Barriers to Employment
Preparing for the Job
- Personal Hygiene
- Personal Presentation
- Personal Attitude
- Personal Safety
- Personal Health
Getting the Job
- Networking
- Applications
- Resumes/Cover Letters
- Interviewing Skills
- Following Up on Applications
Performing on the Job
- Money Management
- Time Management
- Problem-Solving
- Decision Making
- Productivity
- Attendance/Punctuality
Keeping the Job
- Communication on the Job
- Job Retention
- Sexual Harassment
- Image Management
- Quality of Work
- Career Advancement
Basic Computer Operation
- How to Use a Computer
- Navigate the Internet
- Perform Basic Online Searches
- Set Up an E-Mail Account
- Register on Employment Search Sites
- Complete Online Job Applications
Instruction is offered at Nelwood, the Wilkes Center, Fulton and Marshall office locations. Note: Fulton classes are by referral from Missouri Division of Probation and Parole only.
