Partnering for SuccessMichigan Works! and Adult Education

Michigan Works! Annual ConferenceOctober 5, 2015

IntroductionsKim Onstott – Lead Employment Specialist –

Isabella County Michigan Works!

Roxanne Scharaswak – Office Specialist – Gratiot, Ionia, Isabella & Montcalm County Michigan Works!

Stacie Zeien – Student Services Supervisor – Mt. Pleasant Community Education

Overview

Collaboration of Career Services between Adult Education & Michigan Works!

WIOA Adult EducationProgram GoalsProgram DesignProgram OutcomesProgram Modifications / RevisionsPartner for Success in your area!Q & A

Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act

WIOA aims to increase access to and opportunities for employment, EDUCATION, training, and support services, predominantly for individuals with the greatest barriers to employment.

Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act

WIOA requires States and local areas to establish strong partnerships with core programs and other partners in the community, including local educational agencies in order to successfully serve program participants, workers, and learners.

Adult Ed & WIOA Collaboration

By working together, Adult Education programs and WIOA partners can create a more efficient and effective education and training system that improves education and employment outcomes for individuals and meets employer workforce needs.

Adult Education Funding Sources

State School Aid,Section 107FTE based on 450 hour

program2 or 4 count periods

per school yearISD fiscal agent, LEA

providers based on 10 MI Prosperity Regions

Program types: ABE, HSC, GED, ESL, JER

Evaluation: align with WIOA negotiated performance measures

Workforce Investment

Opportunity Act, Title II

Supplement, not supplant, adult education programsEvaluation: Annually negotiated performance measures

Participant Eligibility Criteria Ineligible Eligible All * Items: Exceptions noted on complete tableAdult Education Participants

FEDERAL WIA STATE SCHOOL AID – SECTION 10716 Years or Older 16 and Over Under 20 Years of Age on Sept. 1st 20 Years and Over on Sept. 1st

With GEDWith HS Diploma

Without GED or HS

DiplomaWithout GED or

HS Diploma With GED With HS Diploma With GED With HS DiplomaWithout GED or HS

DiplomaABE * ESL * *4 *4 GED * HSC * *5 JOB/EMPLOY *3 *3

Ø  Additional Eligibility Criteria: Federal WIOA Title II State-Section 1071.)     Not enrolled in secondary institution (K-12, including alternative education students) Applies Applies2.)     ABE: Participant must pre-test between 0-8.9 grade level in Reading or Math, or both Applies AppliesESL: Participant must pre-test below 236 on CASAS and unable to speak, read, or write the English language

Complete table available at http://www.michigan.gov/wda Follow: Education and Training Adult Education Guidebook Adult Education: Program Eligibility for Federal & State Programs

Adult Education: WIA Transition to WIOAFour Core Partners

◦ Title I - Adult, Dislocated Workers & Youth Services◦ Title II - Adult Education and Family Literacy Act◦ Title III - Wagner-Peyser Employment Services◦ Title IV – Vocational Rehabilitation Employment ServicesWDBs must include representative(s) from providers of

each Title service within their region. 2015-16 is the transitional year; last year for

implementation of WIA activitiesTransitional activities required to prepare for full

WIOA implementation on July 1, 2016:◦ Integrated Education and Training◦ Integrated English Literacy and Civics Education◦ Workforce Preparation Activities

INTEGRATED EDUCATION AND TRAININGAdult education and literacy

activities are provided concurrently & contextually with workforce preparation activities & workforce training.

For a specific occupation or occupational cluster.

For the purpose of education and career advancement.

INTEGRATED ENGLISH LITERACY AND CIVICS EDUCATIONEducation services provided to English language

learners who are adults, including professionals with degrees and credentials in their native countries, that enable such adults to:◦ achieve competency in the English language, and…◦ acquire the basic and more advanced skills needed to

function effectively as parents, workers, and citizens in the United States.

Such services shall include:◦ instruction in literacy and English language

acquisition, and…◦ instruction on the rights and responsibilities of

citizenship and civic participation, and…◦ may include workforce training.

WORKFORCE PREPARATION ACTIVITIESActivities, programs, or services designed to

help an individual acquire a combination of ◦ basic academic skills, ◦ critical thinking skills, ◦ digital literacy skills, and…◦ self-management skills, including:

competencies in utilizing resources, using information, working with others, understanding systems, and

◦ obtaining skills necessary for….Successful transition into and completion

ofpostsecondary education or training, oremployment.

Adult Education WIOAPerformance Measures

Increase one EFL in ABE/GED/HSC/ESL = 21-44%◦Six EFL’s spanning K-12 grade equivalencies◦Each EFL includes spans approx. 2 grade levels ◦Each EFL has a specific performance benchmark

Obtain High School Diploma or GED = 78%Enter Employment = 44%Retain Employment = 88%Placement in Postsecondary Ed/Training =

28%

Program GoalsTo facilitate career development

within our adult education community so that students have the tools they need to climb the career ladder and become self-sufficient.

To enroll students upon graduation for training and job search assistance.

To work towards shared success with Mount Pleasant Community Education.

Original Program Design Six sessions held over the 12 week

trimesterSessions held bi-weeklySome sessions took place at Mt. Pleasant

Community Education and others were held at Michigan Works! Service Center

Sessions were designed to build upon one another

Attendance was taken at every class so MPCE could issue high school credits for program completion

Original Program DesignMichigan Works! Programs/ServicesLabor Market InformationO*NET Profiler – Career ExplorationCreated Resume on www.mitalent.orgAttended Workshops

◦ Interviewing for Success◦The Winning Resume◦Technology & Social Networking

Career ResearchGoal Setting

Original Program Review

What worked?◦Engaged students◦Got them thinking about career choices◦Those who attended every session completed

with a solid plan for their future career◦Documented success

What didn’t work?◦Using “build upon” classes – the student

group changed often and we were always trying to play catch up with the new students

◦Very few students attended all sessions

Revised Program DesignChanged program to better suit the

“come and go” design of Adult Education classes

Sessions no longer build upon one another

Michigan Works! created 12 stand alone sessions to rotate through

Sessions are designed to be one hour in length

Added Career Club at the end of the MPCE Sessions (once per month)

Added Career Club

Build Upon Career Sessions◦30 minute sessions that take place

after the stand alone sessions◦Designed for students with excellent

attendance that are ready to move onto the next level

◦These sessions build upon one another so regular attendance is a requirement

Career ClubTopics Covered:

◦O*NET Interest Profiler ◦Choosing and Comparing Two

Careers◦Pros / Cons Worksheet◦Goal Setting◦Individual Career Guidance◦Resume Review◦Mock Interviews◦Individualized Job Search

Compare Careers Worksheet

Pros/Cons Worksheet

Goal Worksheet

Stand Alone Sessions1. Introduction to Michigan Works! Services2. The Winning Resume3. A Fresh Start4. Interviewing for Success5. Technology & Social Networking6. The Confident Job Seeker7. Job Searching in Today’s Market8. Cover Letters & References9. Career Exploration10. Job Applications – Paper & Online11. Soft Skills12. Labor Market Information

Introduction to Michigan Works! Services

oMichigan Works! Partner Agencieso Free Services – computers, fax, copy

machineoResources – Books, Videos, Brochureso Free Job Seeker WorkshopsoWIOA Programs – Training

OpportunitiesoO*NEToCareer Portal

The Winning ResumeGetting Your Ducks in a Row

Resume Fact

One job posting typically draws in at least 200 resumes!

Are you on the top or bottom of the pile?

Power / Action Words

1. Administered2. Advanced3. Assigned4. Assessed5. Accelerated6. Balanced7. Built8. Collaborated9. Designed10. Delegated11. Demonstrated12. Developed13. Efficient14. Enhanced15. Excelled16. Exceeded17. Formulated

18. Generated19. Guided20. Implemented21. Increased22. Influenced23. Integrated24. Innovated25. Mentored26. Multiplied27. Negotiated28. Operated29. Ordered30. Obtained31. Performed32. Planned33. Promoted34. Provided

35. Recommended36. Retained37. Recovered38. Sustained39. Skilled40. Saved41. Secured42. Served43. Simplified44. Streamlined45. Strengthened46. Supervised47. Troubleshot48. Trained49. Updated50. Validated

A Fresh Start

Topics to Cover: Michigan Works! and our services

Pure Michigan Talent Connect (www.mitalent.org)

Fidelity Bonding & Work Opportunity Tax Credit

Who will hire me?

Application Review

Interview Tips

Michigan Works! is here to help you

Pure Michigan Talent Connectwww.mitalent.org

HIT A HOMERUN AT YOUR NEXT INTERVIEW

Welcome to: Interviewing for Success

The Handshake

Handshakes matter more than we think.

"We've always heard that interviewers make up their mind about a person in the first two or three minutes of an interview. The first impression begins with a handshake that sets the tone for the rest of the interview."

Greg Stewart, Associate Professor of Management and OrganizationsUniversity of Iowa

www.bcjobs.ca.com

1. Tell me a little bit about yourself.

2. Tell me about your boss at your last position.

3. What would your former co-workers say about you?

4. Tell me what you liked most about your last job.

5. Tell me about a problem you had and what you did to overcome it.

6. What is your greatest strength? Weakness?

7. What do you know about this position for which you are interviewing for?

8. Describe a situation where you were working on a group project and no

one in the group liked your ideas. What did you do?

QUESTIONS

Technology & Social

NetworkingFriend or Foe?

It was said that employers who took a candidate out of the running for a job after researching social media sites reported finding a variety of concerning content. Top mentions ranged from evidence of inappropriate behavior to information that contradicted their listed qualifications:

50% - Candidate posted provocative/inappropriate photos/info

48% - There was info about candidate drinking or using drugs

33% - Candidate bad mouthed previous employer

30% - Candidate had poor communication skills

28% - Candidate made discriminatory comments related to race, gender, religion, etc.

24% - Candidate lied about qualifications

To help job seekers better understand the role of social media in their job search, CareerBuilder.com conducted a survey in

2013. They asked 2,303 hiring managers and human resource professionals if, how, and why they incorporate social media

into their hiring process.

At the same time, some employers also noted that they came across information on social media sites that made a candidate more attractive or solidified the decision to extend a job offer.

One in five hiring managers (19%) said they found something that has caused them to hire a candidate. The top mentions include:

57% - Candidate conveyed a professional image

50% - Got a good feel for candidate’s personality

50% - Candidate was well-rounded and showed a wide range of interests

49% - Candidate’s background information supported professional qualifications

46% - Candidate was creative

43% - Great communication skills

38% - Other people posted great references about the candidate

Let’s take a moment and switch roles…

You are now the employer!

You are hiring for the following positon:

THE CONFIDENT JOB SEEKER

TOPICS TO COVER IN TODAY’S SESSION

The First 3 Minutes – Make the right first impression

Body Language – What does yours say about you?

Your Speech, Your Tone Confidence vs. Cocky Sell Yourself! Know what qualities and skills

you have to offer Michigan Works! is here to help you

As a job seeker, how do you see yourself?

Depending on how you feel about yourself, your physical actions and verbal responses can express you in many different ways… Confident Cocky Shy or Soft Spoken Nervous Scatterbrained Professional Pushy Competent

Job Searching in Today’s Market

Several tips and professional advice to assist you during your job search

Current statistics from employers including how some employers “screen” their applicants

Job search websites: The Good, The Bad, and The Scary!!

How can MI Works! help you along the way

Today, you will learn:

Have a telephone answering machine or voice mail system in place. Keep it simple yet professional

Make sure that your voice message and ringback are professional

Have a professional email address ◦ Bad Examples: bigdaddy@, sexycowgirl@, or weedsmoker@◦ Good Examples: jane_doe@, joesmith1972@, john_d@

Put your cell phone number on your resume so you can follow up in a timely manner

If your email is listed on your resume, make sure you regularly log in and check your mail (this includes your “Junk” or “Spam” boxes

Being Prepared May Get You The Job!

Cover Letters & References

TOPICS:

What is a Cover Letter?Parts of a Cover LetterTemplates are available (WinWay Resume Deluxe, Microsoft Word, etc.)How should my Cover Letter be formatted?References: Who should and should not be used as a reference?Your Reference Document – What should be included?Michigan Works! is here to help you.

PURPOSE OF ACOVER LETTER

The first point of contact with a prospective employer

Acts as a letter of introduction Explains why you are sending a resume A chance to convince an employer to consider you Highlights aspects that set you apart Demonstrates your communication skills and

professionalism

Career Exploration

Have you ever asked yourself...

“What do I want to be when I grow up?”OR

“What do I do now?”

Today you will learn:• Available resources that can help guide you in

making your career path decisions• Look before you leap!• How to “aim at your target”• How can Michigan Works! help you along the way

• Don’t just dedicate your job search to one site• As many as 80% of all jobs are not advertised!• Network with people• Aim for your target – Where do you want to work?

Advice on Applications

Criminal record– Write, “Please see me”, or “Would like to discuss”

Do not lie– The truth will come out eventually and lying might cost you

the job Education

– Only the education you completed Work History

– Do not leave out any employers. – The less gaps you have the better. – Include your volunteer work

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TOPICS TO BE COVERED What are soft skills? Why do you need them? What do employers look for? Common soft skills needed for

employment

SOFT SKILLS NEEDED FOR SUCCESS

Communication Body Language Teamwork Time Management Behavior & Attitude Flexibility/Adaptability Accepting Criticism Personality Working Under Pressure Anger Management

Labor Market Information

presented by Michigan Works!

Labor Market Information

What is labor market information?

Why is it important? Where labor market information

comes from How to apply labor market

information to your career exploration & job search

Collaboration BenefitsMichigan Works! is able to recruit

WIOA participants◦Enroll to assist with training upon

high school completionIncrease in numbers

◦Workshop Attendees◦Service Center Visitors

Services aren’t being duplicatedShared Success!

Partner for Success in Your Area

Put together a list of free resources and workshops offered at your Michigan Works! location

Contact your local adult education director to request a meeting – preferably at your Michigan Works! Office◦Offer a tour of your location to show

available resourcesDiscuss how you can share services

without re-creating the wheel

QUESTIONS?

Contact Information

◦Kim Onstott konstott@giresd.net

◦Roxanne Scharaswak: rscharaswak@giresd.net

◦Stacie Zeien: szeien@mtpleasant.edzone.net

ResourcesWDA Adult Education website: AE Guidebook, list of

AE providers, policies, etc.◦ www.michigan.gov/adulteducation

Michigan Adult Education Professional Development◦ www.maepd.org

WIOA resources, College & Career Readiness Standards at OVAE◦ http://www.ed.gov/edblogs/ovae

http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ovae/index.html

National Skills Coalition◦ http://www.nationalskillscoalition.org

Unites States Department of Labor◦ Office of Career, Technical & Adult Education