Job Search
Name a website you can use to search for jobs
Indeed, Monster, Zip recruiter, Linked in
True or False: You should include your date of birth on your resume.
False
How should someone dress for an interview?
At least nice pants (Khakis) and a button down, but preferably a full suit for both men and women.
True or False: A high risk situation is any situation that poses a threat to ones immediate or future wellbeing.
True
What are some examples of fast money?
gambling, lottery, short term loans, selling drugs, robbing someone, grandma giving 100$
What are the benefits of utilizing job websites for job search?
Can save multiple versions of resumes, set preferences about commute time, minimum pay, and job requirements, Employers can reach out to you if you're a good fit.
How long should a resume be?
1-2 pages
Name 2 common mistakes made in interviews.
Lack of eye contact, dresses inappropriately, arrives late, stinks, too much cologne/perfume, interrupts interviewer, is not prepared.
Give an example of a high risk situation for someone in recovery.
Old friends, old places, parties, drug use, drinking environments.
Checking is for everyday purchases, usually comes with debit card. Savings is for holding money long term and can earn interest on money held.
What is networking and why is it important?
Creating and maintaining new relationships with peers, colleagues and employers. Important as a large network can provided a person with more opportunities for employment.
What is the purpose of a cover letter?
To introduce you to a potential employer, highlight your qualifications, and explain why you are a good fit for the specific job and company
Name 3 things you should not tell the interviewer.
Age, gender, ethnicity, religion, political status, mothers maiden name, marital status, whether you have kids etc.
A lot of people have crises, and many are able to make it work. What might they be doing that makes them successful?
Recognizing warning signs and HRS early so they can prepare, utilizing coping skills, leaning on support system.
What percent of your paycheck should you be saving each pay period?
20%
What does WOTC stand for and what is it?
Work Opportunity Tax Credit: Tax credit given to employers for hiring ex felons within one year of release from incarceration.
Why might someone use a Functional Resume?
If they do not have as much relevant work experience and would like to highlight their skills instead.
What percent of the time should you be speaking vs the interviewer?
50/50
You see another employee stealing from the company. He has no criminal record that you know of. What do you do?
Facilitator's Judgement
Name one of the three credit reporting agencies
Experian, TransUnion, Equifax
What is Federal Bonding?
A type of insurance given to employers who hire felons, to protect against any theft or damage potentially caused by the employee.
Name the 3 types of resumes and their purposes
Chronological: For those with lengthy work experience
Functional: For those with limited work experience or gaps in employment.
Combination: Combination of functional and chronological.
Some version of: Yes I have but I learned a lot while I was incarcerated and have made many changes in my life...etc. Questions about what felony you committed should not be asked by interviewer and you have a right not to answer.
Your boss comes up to you and starts yelling about something. After yelling for a bit, you realize they have you confused with another employee. How do you handle this? Is this a HRS or a crisis?
Facilitator's judgement
Paying late, not paying, paying only the minimum, maxing out card, waiting to report lost or stolen card, loaning credit card.