Get to Know You
Work
Motivation
Expectations
Miscellaneous
100

If you could be any animal what would you be?

A horse!

100

What jobs have value?

ALL jobs have value!

100

Define motivation

What helps us take action, keeps us moving forward when things become difficult (i.e. fuel for a car).

100

What are expectations?

Standards/ something we should be doing in order to do a good job.


100

Name one of the ground rules we talked about

Use technology appropriately, respect each other, be on time, be willing to participate, complete weekly workbook, use positive language, ask questions!



200

If you had to choose a song to sing for karaoke, which one would you pick?

Any Taylor Swift song!

200

Why do YOU want to work? 

Fun, social interaction, learn, money, develop new skills, etc. 

200

Name the two types of motivators.

Internal and external motivators. 

200

What are some expectations for hygiene when working at a job? 

Brushing teeth, bathing, wearing clean clothes, deodorant, looking put together (i.e. combing hair, tucking in shirt, etc.) 

200

What's the organization I work for called?

Vocational Rehabilitation! (or VR or Voc Rehab) 

300

Favorite movie

Nacho Libre!

300

What does it mean to value something? What do you value?

It has worth, special meaning, or you can't do without it. 

300

Define a strength. What is your greatest strength?

A talent, or something you are good at or enjoy doing. 

300

What are some mental expectations for work?

Positive attitude, working independently, flexibility, accepting responsibility, handling stress, focusing, desire to learn. 

 

300

Why will I be coming to your class?

To help you explore your interests and skills and prepare for meaningful and integrated employment!

400

If you won the lottery, what would be the first thing you would buy?

A private island!

400

Name one of the pluses of working.

Money, getting out of the house, being productive, sense of accomplishment.

400

Name an external motivation.

Tangible needs and wants (i.e. money, food, house, car, medicine, video games, hanging out with friends, sports). 

400

What are some physical expectations for work? 

Getting yourself to work on time, being able to lift a certain amount of weight, getting tasks done, being able to sit or stand for long periods, etc.


400

How many job readiness workshops (JRWs) are there? 


500

What's something on your bucket list?

Swimming with dolphins!  

500

Name one of the minuses of working. 

Less free time, can be scary trying something new, new co-worker or boss might not be friendly, keeping a schedule, transportation concerns, etc. 

500

Name an internal motivation. 

Self-confidence, self-esteem, competency and promotions, skills development/improvement, social interaction, awards/recognition.

500

What are some social expectations for work?

Being able to accept feedback, interacting appropriately with co-workers (giving personal space, using appropriate language), work in a team. 

500

What can a VR counselor help you with?

Individualized counseling and guidance, job planning, provide activities to discover values, interests, strengths, and skills, connect you with work experiences and training programs.