TEIN8-00Attach2.pdf

ETA Advisory File Text

Attachment 2 WORK PROCESS SCHEDULE 1. Occupational Title YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PRACTITIONER 2. DOT CODE 166.267-900 3. AIMS CODE 1039 4. ONET SOC CODE 13-1071-01 5. Occupational Description Assesses youth job readiness and personal growth goals assist youth with job search maintains youth case records program data and other statistical records. Monitors youth on-the-job performance. Establishes agreements with businesses to provide placement and on-the-job training establishes agreements with non-profit agencies or post secondary institutions to provide necessary life skills to youth. 6. Term 3000 - 4000 Hours The following outlines the on-the-job training for the occupation of Youth Development Practitioner. The suggested related technical instruction which supplements the on-the- job training follows the on-the-job training outline. Directions Evaluate the apprentice s competency and skill level using the rating scale below. The numerical ratings of 4 3 2 and 1 are not intended to represent the traditional school grading system of A B C and D. Ratings should reflect job readiness for each of the competencies rather than a grade given in the class. Rating Scale 4 - Skilled can work independently with no supervision 3 - Moderately skilled can perform job completely with limited supervision 2 - Limited Skill required instruction and close supervision 1 - No Exposure No Experience or knowledge in this area Approx. OJT Rating Scale Hours Communicate Professional Knowledge 4321150- 200 Apply relevant theory and research about youths physical emotional social and cognitive processes peer relations and sexuality and risk and protective measures of youth development Apply basic principles of group work and facilitation cooperative learning conflict resolution and behavior management Apply best practices from a youth development approach Apply strategies of community consensus-building mobilization and advocacy Approx. OJT Rating ScaleHours Communicate with Youth Directly and Through the Expression of Attitude4321500 - 700 Effectively communicate with youth and facilitate discussion both one-on-one and in group settings Demonstrate concern about the well-being of others interest in feelings and experiences of others support the self-esteem of others and enjoyment of being with youth Demonstrate a belief in the potential and empowerment of all youth and family members and the ability to identify developmental possibilities amid difficult situations Demonstrate awareness of commonalities and differences such as gender race ethnicity class and religion among youth of diverse backgrounds and appreciation of those of differing talents sexual orientations and faith Challenge values and attitudes of youth in a supportive manner affirm and validate youths values and ideas Maintain appropriate boundaries such as roles responsibilities relationships and confidentiality with youth Demonstrate knowledge of negotiating skills by addressing youth problems concerns and interests and arriving at a win-win solution Demonstrate leadership qualities Approx. OJT Rating Scale Hours Assessment Individual Planning4321450 - 600 Observe and talk with youth to assess individual goals interests concerns and competencies and to do so with an appreciation of their community context Prepare next steps with youth in achieving individual career goals Select administer and interpret standardized assessment instruments for assessing individual interests and competencies Track and evaluate participant progress revise individual service strategy plans as appropriate and coordinate necessary resources Demonstrate knowledge of personal money management by assisting youth with setting realistic financial goals and developing a plan to achieve those goals e.g. spending plan record of daily expenses understanding fixed and variable expenses Demonstrate ability to recognize individual strengths and barriers which may affect career activities Demonstrate knowledge and awareness of usefulness of formal assessments Approx. OJT Rating ScaleHours Program Design and Delivery4321550- 700 Apply best practices models to the design implementation continuous improvement and evaluation of organizational programs and practices to make it more effective Initiate enable and sustain group interactions and relationships through the completion of an ongoing activity or project Design and implement social and cognitive developmental opportunities for youth e.g. critical thinking skills and reasoning skills Foster and promote multi-cultural understanding Organize and facilitate youth leadership activities including service learning Design and implement life skills classes and workshops on job readiness Assist youth in acquiring positive decision making skills Approx. OJT Rating ScaleHours Relationship to Community4321450- 600 Actively engage family members in program and community initiatives and provide support to them as they nurture the development of their children Maintain relationships and demonstrate working knowledge of other youth provider organizations Demonstrate a willingness to search for and retain information about communities with cultural and economic backgrounds different from their own Demonstrate an awareness of the array mission and referral processes of community agencies and organizations that serve youth and families Approx. OJT Rating ScaleHours Administrative Skills4321150- 200 Maintain records e.g. case notes program data and other statistical records related to job placement and retention of youth Demonstrate ability to write effective reports case studies notes and letters. Demonstrate knowledge of time management strategies Demonstrate knowledge of team development e.g. identifying roles of team members Demonstrate knowledge and application of appropriate technologies to the task at hand e.g. specific computer applications internet Demonstrate knowledge and application of program objectives Approx. OJT Rating ScaleHours Workforce Preparation4321300- 400 Assess career interests through the use of appropriate instruments e.g. interest inventories personality measure multiple aptitude or achievement batteries combined instruments Assess job readiness of a youth Conduct career readiness training which includes workshops and courses that cover career topics such as resume writing interview skills job hunting job keeping skills and completion of application. Demonstrate ability to recognize strengths and barriers which may affect career training activities. Approx. OJT Rating ScaleHours Career Exploration4321180- 250 Assist youth develop Career Development Plan Utilize current labor market information and other post-secondary information materials which assist youth identify individual preferences and skills Assist youth make informed decisions about future career goals by utilizing computerized career information delivery systems by ensuring that they are knowledgeable in accessing employment placement services utilize various job search e.g. O NET resume computer software and navigating the internet Apply knowledge of education training and resources that provide information about job functions salaries requirements and future outlooks Approx. OJT Rating ScaleHours Employer Relations4321150- 200 Develop job opportunities for youth Create and maintain relationships with the employer Demonstrate conflict resolution skills to resolve problems with employer and or employee Have working knowledge of employer needs and concerns Establish agreements with private businesses to provide placement or on-the-job training Monitor on the job performance to ensure participants success in the workplace Approx. OJT Rating Scale Hours Resource Development4321120- 150 Create and maintain relationships with the educational systems e.g. secondary post secondary youth correctional institutions and others in the education and youth preparation field Conduct community assessments and identify under used resources to assist in providing employment training and support service resources Assist youth with services available through One- Stop Centers Coordinate employer outreach with other workforce development agencies in the community and utilize employer advisory councils for education and workforce preparation programs Market the youth program to potential customers their families and other youth organizations in the community and public Attachment 3 YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PRACTITIONER RELATED INSTRUCTION OUTLINE The related instruction outlines the courses that provide the technical ability that supplements the on-the- job training. It is through the combination of both the on-the-job training and the related technical instruction that the apprentice can reach the skilled level of the occupation. Under a registered apprenticeship 144 hours of related instruction each year of the apprenticeship is recommended. The following is the suggested course curriculum during the term of apprenticeship. Core SkillsApprox. Hours. Speech Communication6 Facilitation8 Group Work Group Dynamics 16 Motivational Skills6 Youth and Adolescent Growth and Development 26 Youth and Adolescent Counseling 16 Sociology6 Adolescent Psychology8 Role of the Family5 Multi-Culturalism and Diversity Training 20 Health Promotion Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention6 Youth with Special Needs8 Life Skills4 Service Learning4 Cooperative Learning4 Conflict Resolution Violence Prevention 12 Behavior Management Stress Anger Management 8 Training Materials Development 10 Writing6 Knowledge and Interpretation of Assessment Tests 4 Community Advocacy Skills7 Conducts and Ethics4 Grief Counseling 8 Training on assisting people with Disabilities 6 Knowledge of the Youth Legal System5 Problem Solving 10 Education and Training5 Modeling Behavior3 Workforce Development Skills Job Search Skills6 Job Preparation Skills2 Career Readiness Training3 Career Development Process2 Labor Market Information2 Vocational Career Educational Testing4 Career Development Plans3 Job Development2 Employer Relations3 Resource Mapping4 Monitoring Supervision 16 History and Structure of Workforce Development System5 Knowledge of Learning Styles7 Confidentiality Knowledge of Federal State 4 Local confidentiality and referral protocols Outreach6 Marketing8 Administrative Skills Basic Computer Skills9 Maintenance of Youth Case Records3 Case Management6 Data Management Skills4 Time Management Strategies3 Teamwork Skills6 Creating Factual Base and Documenting Results 4 TOTAL HOURS 343