Why is it Important to Work?
Good Behaviors
Benefits
Information
Resources
100

It is important to work so that you can earn your own money.


True or False

True

provides a strong sense of achievement and an opportunity to learn and apply financial management skills

100

Why is it important to be on time to work?


A. It shows professionalism and maturity

B. It shows great time management

C. So you can leave early

D. Both A & B

D. Both A & B

Being on time shows that you care about your job and that you respect your job and manager/boss.

It also shows that you are ready to be treated like a young adult.

100

What does SSDI Stand for?

A. Social Security Disability Insurance

B. Super Strong Dusty Iguanas

C. Sappy Sad Days for Ice Cream

A. Social Security Disability Insurance


SSDI is a program that provides monthly payments to people who have a disability that prevents or limits their ability to work.

100

A Work Incentive are special rules that make it possible for people to work and still receive SSI, Medicare, or Medicaid.

True or False

True

Work incentives can help people with disabilities transition to work and financial independence.

100

What is the definition of a program resource?

A. A program that supports you or supplies you with something you need

B. A cell phone

C. The internet

A. A program that supports you or supplies you with something you need

200

It is important to work so that you can buy junk food whenever you want.


True of False 

False

Junk food is not a necessity and is very unhealthy.

200

Why is it important to dress properly at work?

A. To look cool for that person you have a crush on

B. It's important to wear the latest fashions

C. It gives a good impression

C. It gives a good first impression

Its not about looking cool. Its about looking professional. A good first impression can last a very long time!

200

Medicare is when you care about medical stuff.

True or False

False

Medicare is federal health insurance for anyone age 65 and older, and some people under 65 with certain disabilities or conditions.

200

Who does the Student Earned Income Exclusion (SEIE) help and assist?

A. Students who are homeless

B. Students who are blind or differently abled

C. Students who cannot pay for school

B. Students who are blind or differently abled

Student Earned Income Exclusion (SEIE) is a work incentive that allows a blind or differently abled child who is a student regularly attending school, college, university, or vocational/technical training, to have limited earnings that are not counted against his or her Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits

200

Which program resource is considered an Employment Resource?

A. EIPD

B. Food Lion

C. Walmart

A. EIPD (Employment and Independence for People with Disabilities)

EIPD helps thousands of people overcome disability-related barriers and achieve their goals for competitive employment and more independent living for themselves.





300

It is important to work so that you can help save your parents money.


True or False

True

By making your own money, you can help your parents because they will spend less money on you.

300

How should you interact with your supervisor and co-workers?

A. With courtesy and respect

B. It's ok to disrespect them if they disrespect you

C. Tell them you do not want to work if you're in a bad mood

A. With courtesy and respect

You should always respect your supervisor and co-workers, even if they are not being nice to you. If you feel like they are being disrespectful, report it to HR (Human Resources)

300

Survivor benefits are monthly payments made to eligible family members of people who paid Social Security taxes before they died. 

True or False

True

Benefits may be available to: Surviving spouses, Surviving divorced spouses, Unmarried children, and Dependent parents.

300

Some people who qualified for SSI as children are not able to qualify for SSI as adults. This is called age-18 re-determination.

True or False

True

All SSI recipients who turn 18 years of age must have their eligibility reviewed as if they were applying for adult SSI for the first time

300

What is the definition of a program financial resource?

A. Buying a new car

B.  Buying something from Amazon

C. A program or business that can help with making and/or managing money

C. A program or business that can help with making and/or managing money

Example:

Hands on Banking is an online learning center that offers resources for anyone who wants to learn more about money management

400

It is important to work because yo will be able to buy your own video games which will allow you to play them all day and have fun.


True or False

False

You want to focus on thins that will help you make money, learn, and get smarter.

400

What are three examples of good behavior?

A. Hard worker, honest, and angry

B. Appropriate, polite, and professional

C. Silly, respectful, and lazy

B. Appropriate, polite, and professional

These behaviors are important because it will help you earn the respect of your supervisor and co-workers

400

The Social Security Retirement benefit is a monthly check that replaces part of your income when you reduce your hours or stop working altogether. 

True or False

True

Keep in mind that it may not replace all your income, so it's best to identify other ways to pay for your monthly expenses as you get older.

400

Section 504 is a part of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 that prohibits discrimination based upon disability.

True or False

True

Section 504 is an anti-discrimination, civil rights statute that requires the needs of students with disabilities to be met as adequately as the needs of the non-disabled are met.

400
The NC Department of Social Services is NOT considered a health and state benefit.


True or False

False

The NC Department of Social Services is a health and state benefit who provides guidance and assistance to individuals who suffer from poverty, family violence, and unfair treatment

500

Its important to make your own money because it can help you start your career early.


True or False

True

The sooner you start working, the sooner you can get an understanding of the workforce!

500

What do it mean to be "responsible?"

A. To take the blame for other people mistakes

B. It helps you choose between what's right and wrong

C. Do whatever you want

B. It helps you choose between what's right and wrong

To be responsible at work means to taking ownership of your work performance, be accountable for your actions, and demonstrate a high level of professionalism

500

Which of these benefits help you earn Social Security "credits?"

A. Medicare

B. Survivor Benefits

C. Social Security Disability Insurance

D. All of the Above

D. All of the Above

All of these programs are to help you as you get older. They also help those who have a disability, regardless of age.

500

Why is it important to understand your benefits and resources?

A. Because you receive a paycheck

B. it allows you to make informed decisions about your well-being 

C. Because it's healthy

B. it allows you to make informed decisions about your well-being 

It also helps understand financial security, work-life balance, ultimately maximizing the value you receive from your employer and potentially improving your job satisfaction and overall productivity; this includes knowing what healthcare options are available, how to utilize paid time off, and accessing other support systems provided by your company. 

500

What are some resources available within your high school?

A. Teacher, Guidance Counselor, & Deputy

B. Principal, Social Worker, & Assistant Principals

C. All of the Above

C. All of the Above

Teacher, Guidance Counselor, Deputy, Principal, Social Worker, & Assistant Principals. All of them are resources who can assist and help you.