Complete the “Career Counseling Resources Short Answer Worksheet”.
CNL-525 Topic 6: Career Counseling Resources: Short Answer Worksheet
Directions: Review and answer each of the questions below. Include in-text citations when appropriate.
1. Find three resources that you would give to clients that need to update their resume (other than Indeed), one resource on how to fill out an application that stands out and one resource on cover letters. List the resources.
2. Look for and review different online job search platforms. What services do they offer? What services stand out to you and why?
3. Name at least two places in your city, or one nearest you, that can help people in their job searches. These can be government agencies, disability outreaches, churches, counseling agencies, etc. Briefly describe how they can help.
4. Briefly explain how paid/professional career coaches, recruiters and headhunters can help people get hired.
5. Read “How to Ask for an Awesome Letter of Recommendation (and Actually Get one)” and discuss the importance of clients obtaining reference letters.
6. Read “How to Gain Skills” and discuss ways you could guide help a client explore options to gain skills to find a better job.
7. Discuss what you know about how to help someone find a military recruiter or apply for a state or federal job.
8. How can you help a midlife client transitioning to a new job learn more about the technological requirements of most jobs and the possibility of working from home (remotely)?
9. How might a retired individual need assistance in looking for an avocation, volunteer work, or part-time jobs?
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