
Mploy - A Job Readiness Workbook
Career Skills Development for Young Adults on the Autism Spectrum and with Learning Difficulties
Michael P. McManmon(Author)
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Will be published approx. on 19. October 2017
Book
Paperback/Softback
168 pages
978-1-78592-730-0 (ISBN)
Description
This self-guided workbook is suitable for young adults aged 16-26 with ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) or LD (Learning Differences), to teach the necessary skills for entering the workforce and forging a meaningful career path.
Providing insight into a range of industries and workplace settings, this workbook will help you to support young people in choosing rewarding and successful careers. Detailing the College Internship Program's (CIP) successful Mploy program, the information in this book will help young adults to develop self-confidence and build social connections. Including activities and ready-to-use worksheets, this is a focused look at preparing for work. Key topics include:
? Career assessments
? Creating effective resumes/CVs
? Interview skills
? Employer expectations
? Professional communication
? Performance appraisals
? Handling stress in the workplace
? Social thinking
? Executive functions in the workplace
Providing insight into a range of industries and workplace settings, this workbook will help you to support young people in choosing rewarding and successful careers. Detailing the College Internship Program's (CIP) successful Mploy program, the information in this book will help young adults to develop self-confidence and build social connections. Including activities and ready-to-use worksheets, this is a focused look at preparing for work. Key topics include:
? Career assessments
? Creating effective resumes/CVs
? Interview skills
? Employer expectations
? Professional communication
? Performance appraisals
? Handling stress in the workplace
? Social thinking
? Executive functions in the workplace
Reviews / Votes
Destined to be the unequalled go-to resource for young people with autism and other learning difficulties... I was so impressed by the thought, insight, organization, and expertise behind this workbook. -- Carol Gray, autism advocate, author, consultant and founder of Social Stories (TM)More details
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Target group
Primary & secondary/elementary & high school
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Product notice
Paperback (UK-trade)
Illustrations
20 full colour graphics, 20 full colour photos
Dimensions
Height: 278 mm
Width: 226 mm
Thickness: 9 mm
Weight
620 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-78592-730-0 (9781785927300)
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Additional editions

Michael P. McManmon
Mploy - A Job Readiness Workbook
Career Skills Development for Young Adults on the Autism Spectrum and with Learning Difficulties
E-Book
10/2017
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
€49.99
Available for download
Persons
Dr. Michael P. McManmon is the founder of the College Internship Program (CIP), that prepares young adults with learning differences and on the autism spectrum with academic, career, social and independent living skills, at five centers across the USA.
Dr. Michele Ramsay is a Program Director at CIP Brevard and has 18 years of experience in school district management.
Jennifer Kolarik is a Lead Career Coordinator at CIP and has over 20 years of experience working with teens and young adults.
Dr. Michele Ramsay is a Program Director at CIP Brevard and has 18 years of experience in school district management.
Jennifer Kolarik is a Lead Career Coordinator at CIP and has over 20 years of experience working with teens and young adults.
Content
Part I: Chapter 1. The Career Continuum. Chapter 2. Exploring Career Choices. Chapter 3. Goodness of Fit. Part II: Eight Skills Employers Look For. Chapter 1. Communication. Chapter 2: Teamwork. Chapter 3: Problem Solving and Critical Thinking. Chapter 4. Initiative and Leadership. Chapter 5. Planning and Organizing. Chapter 6. Self-Management. Chapter 7. Willingness to Learn. Chapter 8. Technological Proficiency. Part III: The Employment Toolkit. Chapter 1. Making a Career Portfolio. Chapter 2. Developing a Resume. Chapter 3. Creating a Cover Letter. Chapter 4. Filling out an Application. Chapter 5. Preparing for an Interview. Chapter 6. Preparing for a New Job. Conclusion.