Preparing for Work
What is the first document you usually give to an employer when applying for a job?
What is a résumé?
This document often includes a personal touch to yourself and of your work history, education, and contact information.
What is a cover letter?
When you’re not sure what your supervisor wants, what should you do?
What is ask for clarification (or ask questions)?
This skill helps you listen, ask questions, and follow directions.
What is communication?
This word means asking for what you need to do your best at work.
What is self-advocacy?
This person can help you explore your strengths, interests, and employment goals.
Who is an Employment Access Practitioner
You can meet potential employers and learn about jobs by attending one of these events
What is a job fair?
Being on time, dressing appropriately, and finishing tasks are examples of this.
What is professionalism?
If a task is difficult, it helps to break it down into smaller steps. What is this called?
What is problem-solving (or task management)?
You can ask your employer for this if you need a change to help you perform your job better.
What is a workplace accommodation?
You can practice answering these to get ready for a job interview.
What are interview questions?
If you need help filling out an online job application, who can assist you?
Who is an Employment Practitioner
If you need time off for a medical appointment, what should you do?
What is tell your supervisor as early as possible?
The ability to work well with others is called this.
What is teamwork?
Name one example of a workplace accommodation.
What is flexible hours, job coach support, or assistive technology?
Name one important reason to arrive early for an interview.
What is to show responsibility (or reduce stress, make a good impression)?
When an employer calls you for an interview, what’s something polite to say at the end of the call?
What is “Thank you for the opportunity” (or “I look forward to meeting you”)?
This is a short conversation you have with coworkers to build positive relationships.
What is small talk?
When you finish your job before the deadline, you are showing good what?
What is time management?
Who can you talk to if you feel you are being treated unfairly at work?
What is your supervisor or HR representative?
This type of clothing is neat and appropriate for the job you’re applying for.
What is interview attire (or professional dress)?
This term describes matching your skills and strengths with a job that suits you.
What is job fit?
When you make a mistake at work, what’s the best thing to do?
What is take responsibility and fix it (or learn from it)?
Staying calm and positive when things don’t go your way shows this skill.
What is emotional regulation (or resilience)?
This Canadian law protects people with disabilities from discrimination at work.
What is the Accessible Canada Act (or Alberta Human Rights Act)?