Self-Advocacy
Rights and Responsibilities
Skills on the Job
Getting a Job
Communication
100

What does self-advocacy mean?

Speaking up for yourself.

100

What is the current minimum wage?

$8.70

100

What should you do if you need to schedule an off day or call in sick?

Call, email, text, supervisor as soon as you know you need to be off. May need to find your own coverage.

100

Name two things you need to know/have before getting a job

Name, address, phone number, email, social security number, recent work experiences, references

100

Sounds, Language, and Tone of Voice are all examples of which type of communication?

Verbal Communication

200

On your planning team (ex. IEP team), whose opinion matters the most? Who is the most important?

You are!

200

What age do you have to be to get a job without a work permit?

18

200

Name one thing you can do to demonstrate enthusiasm or a positive attitude at work.

Show up on time, get started working without being told to, not complaining, good customer service, willingness to get the job done, or other acceptable responses.

200

Give 2 examples of people who could be a good reference.

Coach, Teacher, Former Supervisor/Manager, Religious or Group Leader, or other acceptable people

200

Facial expressions, Body Language, and Posture are all examples of which type of communication?

Nonverbal Communication

300

When do you have to tell someone about your disability?

You do not unless you are requesting an accommodation

300

What is something an employer CANNOT ask about during an interview?

They cannot ask about disability, gender, race, or religion.

300

What is more attractive to most employers? Positive attitude and enthusiasm or specific qualification?

Positive attitude and enthusiasm

300

What is the #1 way people can find a job?

Networking

300

Paying attention, hearing, asking questions, eye contact are all components of _____ listening.

Active

400

Name 1 person you can ask to help you request accommodations for your job.

Teacher, counselor, leader, former supervisor, etc.

400

Define the word accessible.

Able to be used accessed by anyone

400

How should work be divided when working on/with a team?

Equally and or fairly

400

Give 3 examples of what information you need in order to complete a job application.

Name, address, phone number, email, social security number, recent work experiences, references

400

What is one thing you can do if you have a disagreement with a coworker?

Talk respectfully with the coworker, ask a neutral 3rd party, or speak with a supervisor.

500

Is it a reasonable accommodation to ask an employer to do less work as an accommodation?

No. Unreasonable.

500

Explain/give an example of Competitive Integrated Employment.

Working the same job in the community for the same pay. Examples may vary.

500

What is the best way to handle feedback from a supervisor?

Listen and work to change

500

This is a summary of education and work experience. It can be in written or video format.

Resume

500

Before meeting someone new or going to a job interview, what can you do to prepare and build your confidence?

3 P’s (need at least 1)- Practice, Prepare. Pull Yourself Together