At MY PATH, we want to do everything we possibly can to set our clients up for success when starting a new job. We believe that things can be done prior to starting a job which will increase the likelihood of the job being a good fit for both the employee and the employer. As we create the “MY PATH Action Plan,” a specific job or career field may be identified as aligning with the client’s strengths and abilities. Once this has been determined, we can start doing things to prepare the client for success. Part of this process will be your MY PATH coach going to a place of business within the career field and learning more about the day-to-day tasks of employees within this field. This could also entail your coach talking with a prospective manager about what they are looking for and what they value in their employees. This process is unique to every client and every job possibility, but will always be an integral part of the “MY PATH Action Plan.” Below, you will find some examples as to how this could play out for you. This is by no means an exact list of potential jobs for a client, more so examples as to how job specific training will help prepare the client for success.
OIl Change Technician
This is a job that is readily available and in high demand. If this is a job that was identified through the “MY PATH Process,” the following steps could be taken to increase the likelihood of success:
Gauge the client’s overall knowledge of cars and basic auto mechanics
Develop a system of learning to increase the client’s overall knowledge of cars and basic auto mechanics
Coach will go to a Valvoline or Jiffy Lube and get an oil change taking note of the steps, processes, lingo, and skills being used
Coach will go to a Valvoline or Jiffy Lube and speak to a manager about job specific skills and what they expect from entry level employees
Coach and client will go to a Valvoline or Jiffy Lube and observe the process together. Client will generate questions about the job
Simulate and practice the oil change process making it as similar to the job as possible
Restaurant industry/DISH-WASHING
The restaurant industry faces constant turnover and is always looking for quality employees. Within a restaurant, cafeteria, or fast food establishment, there are many different jobs which require various levels of skills and abilities. A client may have a desire to work within this industry but does not have any direct experience. The following steps could be taken to increase the likelihood of success:
Gauge level of ability and understanding of the operations of a kitchen and the kitchen staff
Set up volunteer experiences in kitchens to increase understanding and build resume
Coach will go a restaurant or kitchen and get dimensions of the dish-washing setup and learn the typical dish-washing procedures
Re-Create the dish-washing setup and talk through the procedures with the client
Practice washing dishes with the re-created setup
MANUFACTURING/machine operator
These too are jobs that are readily available and often lead to full time employment with benefits. There is also a wide array of jobs within the manufacturing industry that require various levels of skills. These jobs can lead to advancement and promotions as these businesses love to train and promote from within. For example, almost all manufacturing based companies require employees with a forklift certification. Most companies train and certify their employees for these positions. The following steps could be taken to increase the likelihood of success:
Identify manufacturing companies that are hiring and jobs the client is qualified for within the company
Coach will go to said company to meet with the hiring manager in order to get a better idea as to what they are looking for and what the client would be doing
Coach and client will tour manufacturing company and generate questions about the position
Coach and client will research the position and tools being used so the client can come in with a general understanding of what they will be doing
NUrsing Home
Nursing Homes and Assisted Living Facilities seem to always be looking for quality employees. Many people are seeking a job where you get to help others and give back. Working in a nursing home is perfect for someone with this mentality. There is a wide array of jobs available at nursing homes which require a high school diploma and up. There are always jobs available within the kitchen at nursing homes involving wait staff, cooks, serving, and cleaning. A perspective client looking to work in a Nursing Home could go through job specific training. The following steps could be taken to increase the likelihood of success:
Client and Coach research all the positions available within a typical nursing home setting
Coach gauges client’s knowledge of nursing home procedures and general medical terminology
Coach sets up volunteer experiences within the nursing home setting
Client and Coach visit a nursing home together to generate a list of questions and concerns the client may have
Coach meets with the hiring manager at Nursing Home to determine skills they most desire in their employees
Client and Coach look into Personal Care Assistant (PCA) Certification to boost resume and employment related skills
questions about other jobs?
If you are curious about specific job training and how it relates to other jobs/careers, schedule a FREE 30 minute Initial Consultation. Whether you have a specific job in mind or you do not know where to start, we are confident MY PATH has something for you!