EMPLOYMENT and OTHER POST-SCHOOL ADULT LIVING OBJECTIVES
8d: Employment and other
post-school adult living objectives
are components of a transition program that “the student needs to achieve desired
post-secondary goals. These could be services leading to a job or career or those
that support activities done occasionally such as registering to vote, filing taxes,
renting a home, accessing medical services, filing for insurance or accessing adult
services such as Social Security Income (SSI)”.
Source: Storms, J., O’Leary, E., & Williams, J. (2000). Transition requirements:
A guide for states, districts, schools, universities and families. Eugene: University
of Oregon, Western Regional Resource Center.
8d.2c: The following example of employment and other postschool living objectives
supports the postsecondary education/training and employment goals
of “Allison will obtain a four-year degree from a liberal arts college with major
in child development” and “Allison will have a career in the field of early childhood
education.”
Example:
- Part time employment in a position related to working with children
- Apply for possible college financial aid
- Vocational rehabilitation referral to determine eligibility for tuition assistance
- Apply for college and disability support service, no later than December 2006
8d.2d: Non-examples:
- Complete application process at community college
- Interview for a full-time position at a local day care
8d.2g: The following example of employment and other postschool living objectives
supports Rolanda’s postsecondary education/training and employment
goals of “will participate in an in-home or center-based program designed to provide
habilitative and vocational training with medical and therapeutic supports” and
“will receive job development services from vocational rehabilitation or a community
rehabilitation program and will participate in technologically supported self-employment
or volunteer work within one year of graduation.”
Example:
- Meeting with SSI representative to determine possible financial benefits
- Vocational rehabilitation referral
8d.2h: Nonexamples:
- Apply for college disability support services
- Complete application for job at local mall
8d.2s: The following example of employment and other postschool living objectives
supports Kevin’s postsecondary education/training and employment
goals of “immediately after graduation, Kevin will participate in habilitative and
functional skill training through CAP services and will attend Compensatory Education
classes 2 times per week at the community college” and “within three months of graduation,
Kevin will obtain a supported employment position that allows him to work to his
maximum stamina and incorporates the use of assistive technology”
Example:
- Meeting with job coach in classroom and community settings
- Meeting with SSI representative to determine possible financial benefits
- Vocational rehabilitation referral
8d.2t: Nonexamples:
- Apply for college disability support services
- Complete application for job at local mall
8d.3c: The following example of employment and other postschool living objectives
supports the postsecondary education/training and employment goals
of “Allison will obtain a four-year degree from a liberal arts college with major
in child development” and “Allison will have a career in the field of early childhood
education.”
Example:
- Part time employment in a position related to working with children
- Apply for possible college financial aid
- Vocational rehabilitation referral to determine eligibility for tuition assistance
- Apply for college and disability support service, no later than December 2006
8d.3d: Non-examples:
- Complete application process at community college
- Interview for a full-time position at a local day care
8d3g: The following example of employment and other postschool living objectives
supports Rolanda’s postsecondary education/training and employment
goals of “will participate in an in-home or center-based program designed to provide
habilitative and vocational training with medical and therapeutic supports” and
“will receive job development services from vocational rehabilitation or a community
rehabilitation program and will participate in technologically supported self-employment
or volunteer work within one year of graduation.”
Examples:
- Meeting with SSI representative to determine possible financial benefits
- Vocational rehabilitation referral
8d.3h: Nonexamples:
- Apply for college disability support services
- Complete application for job at local mall
8d.3i: The following examples of employment and other postschool living objectives
support the postsecondary employment goal of “upon graduation from
high school, Jodi will attain a part-time position in a community retail environment
independently.”
Examples:
- After school paid work experience at Target
- Volunteer position at Habitat for Humanity Thrift Store
8d.3j: Nonexamples:
- Paid at home to walk family pet two times daily
- Job coaching services at veterinary clinic
8d.3k: The following examples of employment and other postsecondary living objectives
support the postsecondary employment goal of “after finishing high
school Alex will increase his work hours in the business department of a local office
supply store, contacting XYZ Adult Agency for employment support services”.
Examples:
- Work hours (for credit) in the school district business department (already engaged)
- After school paid work experience in the business office of Office Depot (already
engaged)
- Interview with adult agency staff regarding possible future needs (self-advocacy
support, tax form completion assistance, transportation services)
- Voter registration
8d.3l: Nonexamples:
- Job coaching services at a local laundry facility
- Allowance provided by parents for completing “jobs” at home
- Field trip to the mall
8d.3s: The following example of employment and other postschool living objectives
supports Kevin’s postsecondary education/training and employment
goals of “immediately after graduation, Kevin will participate in habilitative and
functional skill training through CAP services and will attend Compensatory Education
classes 2 times per week at the community college” and “within three months of graduation,
Kevin will obtain a supported employment position that allows him to work to his
maximum stamina and incorporates the use of assistive technology”
Example:
- Meeting with job coach in classroom and community settings
- Meeting with SSI representative to determine possible financial benefits
- Vocational rehabilitation referral
8d.3t: Nonexamples:
- Apply for college disability support services
- Complete application for job at local mall
8d.4c: The following examples of employment and other postschool living objectives
support the postsecondary independent living goal of “upon completion
of high school, Jeremy will independently prepare for work each day, including dressing,
making his bed, making his lunch, and accessing transportation.”
Examples:
- Learning locations of various food items in his kitchen at home
- Determining his preference among five or fewer food choices
8d.4d: Non-examples:
- Make phone call to parents once daily
- Order items at local restaurants
8d.5c: The following examples of employment and other postschool living objectives
support the multi-domain postsecondary goal for Stephanie related
to accessing transportation to a job, where she will participate in on-the-job training.
Examples:
- Using the bus schedule during in class instruction and on community outings
- Using computer software to identify likes and dislikes regarding food-preparation
jobs
8d.5d: Non-examples:
- Preference assessment regarding meals in local restaurants
- Going to the movies
This document was produced under U.S. Department of Education, Office of Special
Education Programs Grant No. H326J050004. Marlene Simon-Burroughs served as the
project officer. The views expressed herein do not necessarily represent the positions
or polices of the Department of Education. No official endorsement by the U.S. Department
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