Attendance
What should you do if you know you are going to be late for work?
Call in using the automated phone system
A coworker/ student is being negative about doing chores. How can your attitude affect them?
Lead by example with positivity
Which is NOT an example of productivity
a. Splitting up work between coworkers/ students so that the job gets finished quicker
b. Taking a break in the garage to text your friends
c. Sitting at a job coaches' desk waiting on your next task.
d. Staying organized and focused
b. & c.
b. Texting at work is NOT productive
c. Sitting at a job coaches' desk is NOT productive, you are getting paid to work!
What can you do instead?
How can you show respect to staff every morning when you walk in the door?
Smile and say good morning, ask them how they're doing.
What can happen if you are scheduled to work and you decide not to show up?
You could get written up, or you could get fired.
You feel overwhelmed with multiple tasks. How does your attitude affect the group?
Staying calm prevents stress from spreading.
How can you stay calm?
Does your boss want someone who:
a. works quickly but makes a lot of mistakes
b. works at a good pace, double checks their work, and then asks their boss what they would like them to do next
c. works slowly but doesn't make any mistakes
b.
You accidentally interrupt staff member while they’re explaining a task. What’s the respectful way to handle this?
Apologize, let them finish, and wait your turn to ask questions
Employers often see attendance as a sign of employee _____.
Reliability
You make a mistake on the job site. What is the best attitude?
Take responsibility and learn from it
What happens when you rush through your work?
You are more likely to make mistakes.
A student is struggling with a hands-on task and becomes frustrated. How can you show respect while helping them?
Be patient, offer guidance, and encourage them without criticism
A coworker has great skills but poor attendance. What could this affect?
Trust and future opportunities
What are some examples of future opportunities?
You always have to work with this one coworker/ student that really annoys you. What should you do?
Ignore them and try to get over it. Everyone has to work with people that they do not like.
What does it mean to "take initiative"?
To do something without being asked
How can you show respect to someone that you are meeting for the first time?
Introduce yourself with a handshake and eye contact.
What are the steps you would need to take when calling in on the automatic phone system?
1. Call 563-557-7292
2. Office and Program Staff press 2
3 For Jane press 1. to leave a message
Maintaining a positive attitude demonstrates that a student is ready for ____ outside Four Mounds.
Career or employment
You are watching a job coach demonstrate a task that requires only their expertise. While observing, how can you stay productive instead of just watching?
Take detailed notes on the steps and techniques being demonstrated.
Ask clarifying questions at appropriate times to deepen understanding.
How does consistent respectful behavior influence your reputation with coaches, staff and teammates?
It builds trust, shows professionalism, and increases opportunities for leadership