Worksheet For Career Development
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Once you are ready, it is important to start seeking a job. Many people are not sure what kind of job they are best suited ofr or maybe confused about what kind of job they would like. The following is a questionnaire to help determine likes and dislikes regarding a job. In addition, it helps to define strengths and weakness to help you find a job that you would like and that you will be potentially good at performing. This self assessment for a job is designed to help you explore options for a job. There are also other assessments online or at your local community college. Most community colleges offer free job or career assessments. A professional can help you to determine job options. To help you plan for your future and reach your goals and dreams, complete the following self-assessment. VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL What kind of job would you most like to have? Why do you think you would like this particular job? What types of jobs would you like to learn more about? Is there anything special about the place where you would like to work? What would make you work hard, even if it was work you didn’t like to do? Are there times that you cannot work? What do you like/dislike about your current job? What did you like most about your last job? What did you like least about your last job? Or, if you do not currently have a job, which things would be important, when you get a job? EXPAND ON THESE: Co-workers _______________________________________________________________________ (What would you look for?) Money ___________________________________________________________________________ (What would you look for?) Supervisors _______________________________________________________________________ (What would you look for?) Work environment __________________________________________________________________ (What would you look for?) Type of work ______________________________________________________________________ (What would you look for?) Indoors/outdoors ___________________________________________________________________ (What would you look for?) Schedule/routine ___________________________________________________________________ (What would you look for?) Transportation by __________________________________________________________________ (What would you look for?) Job training _______________________________________________________________________ (What would you look for?) Rules ____________________________________________________________________________ (What would you look for?) Variety of tasks ____________________________________________________________________ (What would you look for?) Work hours _______________________________________________________________________ (What would you look for?) Location __________________________________________________________________________ (What would you look for?) Benefits __________________________________________________________________________ (What would you look for?) Job security _______________________________________________________________________ (What would you look for?) Other _____________________________________________________________________________ (What would you look for?) JOB PREFERENCES: Food Service Working in a Store ____ Wash dishes ____ Stocking shelves ____ Outdoor litter pickup ____ Cleaning ____ Cooking ____ Cashier ____ Prep cook ____ Bagging groceries ____ Setting table’s ____ Setting up displays Clerical Services for People ____ Filing ____ Child Care ____ Answering phones ____ Assisting in a nursing home ____ Using copy machine ____ Typing ____ Data Entry/ Doc. Shredding Warehouse Commercial Laundry ____ Janitorial/Housekeeping ____ Washing ____ Material handling ____ Drying ____ Inventory ____ Folding ____ Placing on hangers Animal Care Hotel Services ____ Dog/Cat boarding ____ Housekeeping ____ Feeding ____ Bell Hop ____ Animal bathing ____ Doorman ____ Pet baby-sitting Anything not mentioned above? ___________________________________________________________ PERSONAL LIFE 1. Please tell us what household tasks or activities you like / dislike or want to learn: dusting L D W sweeping L D W make appts L D W set table L D W cleaning L D W mopping L D W clear table L D W wash dishes L D W cooking L D W dry dishes L D W empty trash L D W ironing L D W make lunch L D W gardening L D W pet care L D W laundry L D W baking L D W vacuuming L D W Anything else you like / dislike or want to learn not mentioned above? SOCIAL INTERESTS Do you prefer spending time alone, with people, or both? ___________________________ Do you prefer spending time with men, women, or both? ___________________________ Do you prefer people who are the same age, or doesn’t it matter? ____________________ If you are with a group do you prefer a large or small group? ________________________ Do you prefer fast paced/loud activities, or slow paced/quiet activities? _______________ RESIDENTIAL 1. Describe where you live: 2. Are there hours when you are required to be out of your home? STRENGTHS & NEEDS Take a few minutes to think about you. What are your strengths ? What are your needs (what you need help with or what you’d like to learn to do on your own)? STRENGTHS NEEDS AT WORK: AT WORK: IN THE COMMUNITY: IN THE COMMUNITY: AT HOME: AT HOME: FOR FUN: FOR FUN: WITH OTHER PEOPLE: WITH OTHER PEOPLE: Are there strengths of weaknesses that are not mentioned above? When looking for a job or career path, a job assessment can help you to explore options. A professional career counselor can also help you to identify strengths, weaknesses and possible career matches for you. |
