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HomeMy WebLinkAbout950250.tiffRESOLUTION RE: APPROVE EXPENDITURE AUT-HORIZATION REQUEST FORJTPA SUMMER YOUTH EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING PROGRAM- GRANT AND AUTHORIZE CHAIRMAN TO SIGN WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, -pursuant to Colorado statute and the Weld County Home -Rule Charter, is vested with the authority of administering the -affairs of Weld County, Colorado, and WHEREAS, the Board has been presented with an Expenditure -Authorization Request for the Summer Youth Employment -and -Training ProgramPlan between -the -County of Weld, State of Colorado,byand through the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, on behalf of the Weld County Human-ServicesDepartment, Employment Services, and the Governor'siob Training Office, with terms andxonditions being as stated in said request, and WHEREAS, after review, the Board deems it advisable to approve said request, -a-copy of which is attached hereto and incorporated -herein by reference. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by theloard of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, that -the Expenditure Authorization Request for the Summer Youth Employment and Training Program Plan -between the County of Weld, Stateof Colorado, by and through the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, onbehalf of the Weld County Human Services Department, Employment Services, and the Governor's Job Training Office be, and hereby is, approved. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the Board that theChairman be,and-hereby is,authorized to -sign said request. The -above -and -foregoing Resolution was, on motion duly made and seconde-d,adopted by theiollowing vote on the 22nd day of February, A.D., 1-9_95. ATTEST: Weld County Clerk to the Board BY: (� •S®���ia� Deputy Clerk tothe Board APP D AS TO FORM: Ism Constance ConsL.-Harbert ounty Attorney ( y�✓�� f 1/' 'f/�1 ',1 W. H. Wester BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WELD COUNTY, COLORADO l ,C>£ arbar�i. Kirkmeyedd,�Pro-Tem , crier eBa 'Geor xter (I()-; 7/5 ("2171) 950250 HR0065 COLORADO mEmoRAnDum Dale Hall, Chairperson February 15, 1995 To Date Walter J. Speckman, Executive Director From Summer Youth Employment and Training Program Subject: Enclosed for Board approval is the Weld County Job Training Partnership Act Summer Youth Employment and Training Program Grant for the Program Year 1994. The proposal requests $342,284.82, which includes Program Year 1994 funding of $330,386.00 and Program Year 1993 carry -in funding of $11,898.82. The grant is directed toward serving a minimum of 180 economically disadvantaged youth between the ages of 14 and 21. The youth will be provided with approximately 8 weeks of work experience in public and private non-profit agencies. Youth will also participate in either basic skills remediation classes, academic enrichment activities, or employability classes. If you have any questions, please telephone me at 353-3800. G. 950250 ATTACHMENT E EXPENCITURE AUTHORIZATION Signature Page Service Delivery Area Name: Weld County Address: P.O. Box 1805 City/State/Zip: Greeley, Colorado 80632 Program Project Name: Summer Youth Employment and Training Program VAX*: Ref. Code Period of Performance: From October 1, 1994 To June 30, 1997 The foregoing Expenditure Authorization has been reviewed and approved by the following parties and will be incorporated into the Governor's Job Training Office/Service Delivery Area Master Contract as an attachment. This signature page, when duly signed, authorizes the grant of funds by GJTO for the program/projects identified herein. Dale Hall Dat!J ,.c/ Chairperson Name (Typed) Title L4> vv Gte 7 PIC Cit Signature Date Elly Natividad Chairperson Name (Typed) Title Linda L. Perez Date Director Name (Typed) Title GJTO Director Signature Date Name (Typed) Title (* This line to be completed by GJTO.) Weld County Summer Youth Employment and Training Program Plan PT' 94 Submitted by: Linda Perez Director Weld County Service Delivery Area P.O. Box 1805 Greeley, Colorado 80632 (303) 353-3800 ext. 3363 Weld County Summer Youth Employment and Training Plan Page 1 1. Executive Summary A. Grant Recipient The Board of Weld County Commissioners will be the grant recipient of the funds from the State. B. Entity to Administer the Summer Youth Employment and Training Program (SYETP) The Weld County Service Delivery Area (SDA) will administer the Summer Youth Employment and Training Program. C. Procurement Process for Subcontracting The Weld County SDA does not subcontract services for the summer program. D. Start and End Dates for Activities Outreach Eligibility Determination Orientation Assessment Work Experience Remediation/Academic Enrichment/ Employability Skills Enhancement February 1995 through June February 1995 through June April 1995 through June February 1995 through June May 1995 through August May 1995 through August 1995 1995 1995 1995 1995 1995 2. PY '94 Summer Youth Employment and Training Program Goals and Objectives A. Focus and Impact of the Program The focus of the SYETP program and its anticipated impact is to provide for work experience and academic enrichment components for each youth participant which encourage them to remain in school or return to school. It is estimated that 80% of the youth will fall into this category. B. SYETP Goals and Objectives The goals and objectives for the SYETP are: 1). to have 85% of the total number of in -school youth return to school in the Fall of 1995 as measured by a follow-up survey which is conducted with schools and youth; 2). to have 90% of the youth participating in the remediation and academic enrichment components enhance their academic performance, including their reading and mathematics comprehension, as measured by attainment of school credit, completion of grade level in the learning lab, or successful completion of other classes, as determined by pre- and post - testing and reports from remediation/enrichment component instructors; 3). to have 90% of the youth participating in the work experience component enhance their level of employability skills as measured by a Youth Participation Questionnaire and a Work Site Questionnaire. The Questionnaires include the youth's evaluation of the benefits received from participation in the areas of remediation, academic enrichment, employability skills enhancement, and work experience; Weld County Summer Youth Employment and Training Plan Page 2 4). to increase the coordination efforts with local youth serving agencies to provide services to youth in need by conducting orientations for three agency personal, cross referral as appropriate, and arranging for outreach/recruitment sites at thirteen school districts and two agencies; 5). to have 80% of the youth participating in the program in any of the activities increase their citizenship skills as measured by an evaluation of the youth, instructors, and site supervisors and by using attendance, work attitudes, completion of assigned tasks, etc. 3. Services/Program Activities to be Provided SYETP Services and Program Activities A. Objective Assessment Each youth participant will receive an objective assessment which determines their basic skills and supportive service needs. Information will also be obtained regarding past work experiences with the Summer Youth Employment and Training Program and the interest/preference of the youth which will be used to determine job assignments in the program. Assessment of reading and math skills will be completed by one or more of the following methods: * Adult Basic Learning Assessment * Job Corp Reading Test * Results of the Comprehensive Testing Basic Skills * A statement from the school identifying the youth's grade level and the school's assessment of benefits from remediation activities if statement and assessment are within the last 12 months * District Objective Test * Other tests or methods the schools use to determine the grade level of youth in math and reading if those tests are within the last 12 months * Aims Community College testing for GED in English, reading, and math for high school dropouts * For those youth who have graduated from high school, the final report card will be requested. If they have obtained reading and math credit, further assessment will not be needed The primary tool that Weld County SDA will use, will be the Adult Basic Learning Assessment. B. Individual Service Strategy Each participant will have an Individual Service Strategy (-ISS) which will indicate selected training components and any supportive service needs identified through the objective assessment. Each participant will have an ISS included in their client file. If a youth is either transferred or co -enrolled in Title II -A or II -C, or is planned to be enrolled in Title II -C, their Title II -A or II -C ISS will be updated to show the rationale for enrollment in SYETP and a copy of the updated ISS will be placed in the II -B client file. ISS's will address goals for employment and education, services to be received under Title II -A or II -C, and will describe how the SYETP will assist the youth in overcoming barriers to employment, and in setting and reaching goals. Weld County Summer Youth Employment and Training Plan -Page 3 The Individual Service Strategy which is planned for use in the Summer Youth Program is included as Attachment 1. C. Basic Education/Academic Enrichment 1). Assessment and Plan of Action to Improve Skills in Deficiency Areas Each youth will be assessed through one of the means discussed in section 3.A. The assessment results will become part of the permanent record. It is estimated that 95% or 171 youth will participate in a remedial or enrichment activity. The SYETP staff will be responsible for pre -testing to determine areas that may need to be addressed with the youth through remedial or enrichment activities. These areas will then be addressed through either computer -assisted instruction, teacher directed instruction, or both. Youth not in need of remediation will receive academic enrichment or -employability skills enhancement. The remedial and enrichment activities have been designed to be flexible and individualized. The assisted instruction through the computer learning lab and general instruction, includes pre- and post -testing to determine the level of the skills the youth needs to master the remedial or enrichment activities. The youth who attend summer school, participate in Upward Bound, or are pursuing a GED, will be attending classes to up- grade their deficiency areas, or obtain school credit. 2). Participants and Locations The Weld County SDA will have various approaches to deliver remedial and enrichment activities. These approaches are as follows: Youth who Test Two Grade Levels Below Youth that test two or more grade levels below their actual -school level, will be required to attend remedial classes in conjunction with their summer work experience, except those youth who live in the rural areas where transportation is not available. It is not anticipated that -many rural youth will need remediation as their academic achievement is normally standard. Handicap youth, including youth with learning disabilities, will be reviewed on an individual basis to -determine if xemediation is appropriate. Exemptions will be -documented in the youth's file. Youth who Test at or Above Grade Level Youth who test at or above grade level will be -encouraged to take advantage of the options available for enrichment activities to increase their operational levels in English or math, or to explore new academic areas that they have not previously been involved in. (a). Remediation and enrichment classes will occur at Employment Services of Weld County, 1551 North 17th Avenue, Greeley. Weld County Summer Youth Employment and Training Plan Page 4 The learning lab, which utilizes -computerized- instruction through the Josten's Learning System will be used to supplement teacher -directed instruction in math and English. Approximately 80 youth will participate at the lab. The lab will be available from June 1, 1995 through August 30, 1995, to youth who participate in lab remediation activities. Youth will be encouraged to participate for a minimum of 20 hours during the summer. An out -station computer lab located at Roosevelt High School, in Johnstown will also be used to deliver computerized instruction through the Josten's Learning System. This will supplement teacher -directed instruction in math and -English. Approximately 25 youth will participate in this lab. (b). Youth who are not in school and who do not have a GED or high school diploma will be encouraged to attend a -GED program at Aims Community College and attend GED classes at the Learning Lab. Approximately 3 youth will work toward a GED. Based on need, additional remediation or enrichment activities may occur. (c). Two separate classes will be offered at Aims Community College in Ft. Lupton. A remedial education class will be offered to youth in the Ft. Lupton area who are shown to be in need of remedial activities. An academic enrichment class for youthator above grade level will also be made available. Approximately 15 youth will participate in the Ft. Lupton classes. Remedial classes will be 8 weeks in length and will be held 1 day per week for 3 hours. Youth will receive remediation in either math, reading, or both. General instruction, as well as individualized instruction methods, will be used. Classroom pre- and post -testing will be initiated by the instructor to determine how well the youth mastered the specific topic. (d). School District 6 in Greeley, and St. Vrain School District in Frederick, operate a summer school program. Youth who participate in the SYETP and are designated by these School Districts as in need of summer school will be required to attend the summer school classes. The youth will receive academic credit for successful completion. -Approximately 3 youth will attend summer school. (e). There will -be 10 youth receiving remediation and/or academic enrichment activities through the Upward Bound Program located at Colorado State University in Ft. Collins. These classes will be 6 weeks in length and will be held 5 days per week for approximately 6 hours a day. Weld County Summer Youth Employment and Training Plan Page 5 (1)• (g)• Student/Teacher Ratio/Remediation or Enrichment -Hours It is anticipated that the student/teacher ratio will not exceed 15 to 1 for most activities. However, School Districts and the Upward Bound Program determine the student/teacher ratio for their programs. Each instructor determines the delivery of their instruction, coordination with similar programs in the -community, and use of volunteers in the classroom. Remediation and/or enrichment hours are based on the structure and design of each component. School Districts, CSU, and GED hours are determined by the responsible agency. Program availability and experience help determine target hours for remediation and enrichment activities in the learning lab and Aims Community College. School Credit School credit will be provided through school districts for those youth who attend summer school or the Upward Bound Program. -School Districts determine the number of hours necessary to grant school credit. Summer school is usually 8 weeks , 16 hours per week. The Upward Bound Program is 6 weeks in length and there are 6 hours per week in math, 6 hours per week in reading or English, and 1 hour per week in remediation when required. (h). Basic Skill Competency For the PY '94 SYETP, a youth will be considered as having attained PIC Basic Skills Competency if, through the intervention of JTPA or -a participating organization, the youth: (I) • * Attains a GED, or; * Attains a high school diploma, or; * Attains the required basic reading/English/math functional grade level (as measured by a standardized test), or; * Attains a tenth grade functional reading/English/math functional grade level (as measured by a standardized test), or; * Attains 2 or more functional grade level gains in assigned academic competency areas. Average Cost per Participant in Basic Education The Weld County SDA will be using Summer Youth Employment and Training funds to purchase services from instructors, pay tuition, provide supplies, etc. The real cost for the remediation/academic enrichment activities is estimated at $10,945.00 for approximately 171 -participants for an average of $64.0-0 cost per participant. Weld County Summer Youth Employment and Training Plan Page -6 The costs incentives $31,170.00 average of for the remediation activities including for the youth to participate is estimated at for approximately 171 participants for an $182.00 per participant. D. Work Experience 1). Method Used for Selection All SYETP participants shall be economically disadvantaged. By priority, the target eligible population groups are: • youth who are • youth who are • youth who are • youth who are • youth who are receiving welfare members of a household receiving welfare pregnant or parenting in school and plan to return to school dropouts 2). Work Experience Operations/Orientations Youth who participate in work -experience will be exposed to various occupations, learn basic work skills, receive encouragement to continue their education, -earn money, -and develop career goals and objectives. Work experience activities will occur in public or private non-profit agencies. The type of work experience offered to youth will include custodian, grounds maintenance, teacher aide, clerical, s-eception, maintenance, library aide, etc. The Weld County SDA requires that the youth's participation in the program realistically reflect how a youth would be expected to behave in unsubsidized employment. -Therefore, there are strict requirements about reporting to work on time, attendance, behavior at work, etc. To that end, orientations are geared towards informing participants of their responsibilities while in the program and the expectations and program goals of the Weld County SDA. Youth are informed that if they do mot participate according to the requirements, they will be terminated from the Program. The Participant Orientation Handout is included as Attachment 2. 3). Selection of Work Sites and Job Site Supervisor Orientations Work site applications are sent out during the outreach phase of the SYETP and employers respond with information on the type of business and what positions are available to youth. Work sites are evaluated on their appropriateness for youth placement and on their ability to monitor and supervise youth placements. Orientations for job -site supervisors are conducted prior to placement of youth, and items in the work site supervisors handbook are covered. Emphasis is placed on supervisor responsibilities and job site safety. The Supervisor Orientation Handbook is included as Attachment 3. 4). Work Sites for Youth with Special Needs Youth with special needs will -be assigned to work sites after it is deemed that the work site can accommodate the youth's needs. Work site supervisors dealing with youth with special needs will have a pre -award site visit, and matters concerning supervision and job safety will be specifically addressed as they apply to each youth. Weld County Summer Youth -Employment and -Training Plan Page 7 ). Pre -Award Site Visits Pre -award site visits will be performed and documented on all job sites participating for the first time in the SYETP, as well as those work sites which had workers compensation claims during the PY 493 SYETP. 6). Number of Participants Assigned to Work Experience Work experience activities will be provided to approximately 180 youth ages 14-21. The majority of the participants enrolled in work experience will work for approximately 4-8 hours a day 3-5 days a week -for a total of 24 hours a week for approximately 8 weeks. -There will be some youth who will work between 4 and 8 hours a day, 5 days a week and between 6 to 8 weeks. 7). Participants in Work Experience Receiving Remediation or Academic Enrichment The majority of -enrichment will Schedules will be both activities remediation, and youth who are involved in remediation or also be involved in work experience. arranged so that the youth's requirements in do not -conflict. Work experience, enrichment will occur concurrently. 8). Competencies The Weld County Competency Program may be utilized for participants in work experience and basic skills remediation, if those individuals were co -enrolled in Title II -A or II -C, at the beginning of SYETP, or it is anticipated that the youth will be enrolled in Title II -C for the next program year. Included as -Attachment 4 are the pre- and post -assessment tool, which will be utilized, the job specific tool, and the time sheet format to credit work maturity. Participants will be evaluated by the responsible Title II -A, II -C technician prior to placement at a work site. The competency gain and attainment standards will be the same as for Title II -A and II -C. -Pre-employment/Work Maturity will require a minimum of 100 hours on the job and 80% positive evaluations in work maturity areas. Job Specific competencies will _require successful attainment of identified job specific skills. The cost for co -enrolled youth will be paid only out of Title II -B funds. 9). Incentives for Work Experience Competency Weld County SDA will not provide incentives to youth who achieve competency in pre -employment or work maturity competency areas. 10). Average Cost per Participant in Work Experience The majority of the participants will work approximately 24-32 hours a week at $4.25 per hour for approximately 8 weeks. The youth will earn on an average, $102.00-$136.00 per week or $816.00- $1088.00 over the course of the 8 weeks. Weld County Summer Youth Employment -and Training Plan Page 8 E. Incentives to Motivate Youth to Participate in Remediation (1). _.earning Lab Youth attending the learning labs will receive an incentive for attendance as follows: youth who attend 10-19 hours will receive $20; youth who attend 20-29 hours will receive $50; and youth who attend 30 or -more hours will receive $75. Youth who attend less than 10 hours will not receive an incentive for attendance. In addition, youth will receive a bonus of $25.00 for each grade gain in math and reading. (2). GED Youth who attain a GED during the summer will receive a $250.00 bonus and will -be provided the opportunity for one quarter's tuition for post secondary education. (3). Aims community College Classes Youth will receive a $4.00 per hour incentive to attend classes. Youth will receive a bonus based on grade attainment as follows: youth who attain a grade of "C" will receive $25; youth who attain a grade of "-B" will receive $50; and youth who attain a grade of "A" will receive $100. (4). School Districts Summer School School districts' youth will receive -$25 for each grade "C", $50 for each grade of "B", and 1100 for each grade of "A" for required classes, not to exceed $200.00. Upward Bound Project Youth will receive an incentive of $100.00 per week for 6 weeks of attending classroom and associated activities. Because they are not involved in work experience, these youth receive a weekly bonus. (5). F. Supportive Services Participants enrolled in the Program will receive assistance from this activity if it is necessary to receive these services to -successfully participate in the summer program. Generally, supportive services will provide the transportation, equipment, materials, uniforms, safety shoes, safety glasses, textbooks, child care, etc., needed for youth to participate in the SYETP activities identified in this section. The supportive services monies may also be used to provide the youth with the -equipment, materials, and/or tools needed to secure and maintain a full-time permanent position. It is anticipated that approximately $1,500.00 in supportive services dollars will be used for work - related equipment, child care, or materials for youth participating in the Program. No bulk purchases will be made for participants according to the state procurement policies. Weld County Summer Youth Employment and Training Plan Page 9 G. Other Activities The Weld County SDA has addressed the Individual Service Strategy which include employability assessment and employment counseling under -section 3.-B. Job referral and job placement activities will be made available to those youth who have completed school or are not returning to school. These activities will be coordinated with the Job Service function of Employment Services. There are no additional costs associated with these activities. There will be a variety of classroom lectures, workshops, seminars, etc. offered to those youth who do not attend remediation or other basic skills classes as part of their academic/employment enrichment activities. Youth will be encouraged to attend these employment oriented classroom activities as a part of the youth's employment. The pre -employment classes will be in the areas of career and vocation exploration, job search assistance, job seeking/holding skills training, work attitude and behavior, decision making skills, goal setting, and labor market information. Approximately 15 youth will be tested with the ACT Workkeys in tests in Writing/Listening and Teamwork. Test results will be used to develop cirriculum and job expectations to assist the youth in improving their scores to a level needed by local employers. It is anticipated that approximately 44 youth will participate in pre -employment classes and will receive $15.00 for each of the 6 classes they successfully complete. The total cost for the incentive is $3,960.00, with the average cost of $90.00 per participant. An additional activity which the Weld County SDA plans to operate is a Youth Corp project. This project will place approximately 8 youth in a work environment which will focus on a community project. The youth will be involved in work experience as described in paragraph 3(D) as well as remedial/academic enrichment activities as described in paragraph 3(C). Supervision will be provided by a Youth crew leader and youth will receive training in team building, either through a ropes course or other programs designed to develop team attitudes. H. Planned Participant and Termination Summary The Planned -Participant and Termination Summary is included as Attachment 5. 4. Coordination A. Coordination with Other Appropriate Education Systems The Learning Lab located at Employment Services of Weld County will be used for remediation/academic enrichment activities unless noted otherwise in paragraph 3(C). B. Coordination with Agencies 1). local Educational Agencies The Weld County SDA co-ordinates activities with the 13 -school districts in Weld County. The areas include: work -experience sites, outreach, recruitment, assessments, and remedial ar Weld County Summer Youth Employment and Training Plan Page 10 enrichment activities as appropriate. The local educational agencies will assist in determining which youth should participate in the remediation activity. It is anticipated that the priority will be youth who need academic credit for graduation requirements or who are at least one grade level behind in math or reading. If the Weld County SDA selects youth for remediation, priority will be given to those youth whose assessments indicate that they would benefit from some remediation activity. -The assessment factors include low grades, low test scores, etc. Youth who do not have a GED will be encouraged to enter a GED program at Aims Community College in Greeley. 2). Youth Serving Agencies The Weld County SDA implements extensive coordination between the SYETP and other youth serving agencies during the summer. The Juvenile Court system provides outreach and referrals to the Summer Youth Program, and their eligible youth are encouraged to participate in the SYETP by the Juvenile Courts system staff. Other youth serving agencies may participateas a work site, as an outreach tool, or will provide services to youth as needed. 5. Nontraditional Employment for Women (NEW) The Weld County SDA has established goals in the 1994 Job Training Plan for the training and placement of women in non- traditional employment and apprenticeships. To further the placement of women in non-traditional settings, Weld County will include efforts to increase the awareness and placement of Summer Youth Program females participants. A. Efforts to ancrease Training and Placement Summer Youth staff will expand the assessment of female participants to determine interests in non-traditional employment placements. The intent of this assessment process will be to: 1). increase the number of work placements of female participants in non-traditional jobs; 2). provide participants with information about non- traditional jobs, and non-traditional job training programs for future consideration; 3). determine and provide supportive services that will assist the female participants in their placement and retention in non-traditional jobs. B. Goals for Placement The goal for the Weld County SDA will be to -have 20% of all female participants in non-traditional work experience. b. Program Monitoring A. Basic Education Each educational site will be monitored by the designated Summer Youth counselor once during the SYETP, if the component is less than four weeks, and twice during the program, if the duration of the component is four weeks or more. A monitoring tool will be used to Weld County Summer Youth Employment and _Paining Plan Page 11 evaluate time and attendance procedures, instructional material, pre- and post-test procedures, _competency attainment procedures, and if the goals of the Basic Education component are being met. -The monitoring tool includes an evaluation by the participant. B. Work Experience Each work site will be formally monitored at least once during the SYETP. The designated Summer Youth counselor will conduct this monitoring as well as a bi-weekly informal monitoring. The formal monitoring will be completed and placed in the youth's file within the 1st month of placement. New sites will be formally monitored within 2 weeks of placement of a youth to ensure the requirements of time and attendance, appropriate work, and safety concerns are understood. Formal monitoring tools will be used which evaluate compliance with applicable laws and regulations including minor labor laws, compliance with GJTO policy and Weld County SDA plans, completion of required documents including time and attendance sheets, and the effectiveness in meeting the goals of the Work Experience component. The monitoring tool includes an evaluation by the participant. The monitoring tools are included as Attachment 6. The Program Coordinator will select two sites from each Summer Youth counselor and _conduct a formal review which will check compliance issues, paperwork, time and attendance procedures and the effectiveness of the component. Testing and data entry procedures will be monitored bi-weekly. The Weld County Employment Services' Fiscal Officer will monitor and evaluate payroll procedures at least once during the Program. Corrective action will be taken immediately on compliance or safety issues. If the issue can not be immediately corrected, the work experience will be suspended until corrective action is taken. Generally, corrective actions on deficiencies will be made on the spot. Follow-up visits will be made in 1 week and formal monitoring tools will be completed and placed in the participant tile. The designated Summer Youth counselor will -be responsible for oversight and follow-up. SYETP participants will complete a Participant Evaluation at the end of the Program. 7. Assurances A. All SYETP participants shall be economically disadvantaged, and that status shall be documented in the participant record file. B. All work -sites -must adhere to the -Child Labor Laws. C. A two page summary report of the PY '94 SYETP will be submitted to the -Governor's Job Training Office by November 30, 1995, which shall include: 1). A description of activities conducted during the Summer Youth Employment and _'raining Program; 2). Characteristics of participants; and 3). The extent to which the activities met the objectives set forth in the Summer Youth Employment and Training Plan. Weld County Summer Youth Employment and Training Plan Page 12 4). Not less than 65% -of the total number of Title II -C who concurrently enrolled participants shall have one or more barriers to employment. 8. Financial Management Procedures A. Allocation See attached Budget Information Summaries located as Attachment 7. B. Budget Information Summaries The budget information summary for the time period of So/01/94 through 06/30/-97 is located as Attachment 7. C. Cost Categories Cost categories are budgeted in accordance with JTPA Letter #93 -03- -Administration costs will not exceed 15% of the total -budget and will follow allowable costs outlined in JTPA letter #93 -03 -Fl. Training and supportive service costs will include work experience with all applicable deductions, classroom training and remediation, transportation and all allowable costs associated with this cost category and program. The Weld County SDA does not plan to purchase property with the current allocation. D. Transfer of Funds Weld County -does not plan to transfer funds to the Title II -C program as allowed in §2-56. E. Other Weld SDA's carryout for the '93 SYETP at 10/1/-94 was $11,-898.82. The Weld County Human -Resources Department overall agency cost allocation plan has been submitted to CJTO. Weld SDA's PY 94 SYETP will follow Program Guidelines letter #93-02- AD1 and #93-10-T4 for prnrurement and property management. Weld County does not expect to generate income from any activities. F. Expenditure Authorization The Expenditure Authorization (EA) cover sheet is included as -Attachment 8. The Title II -B SYET-P will become an EA to the PS '94 Master Contract. Therefore, the -period of performance will end on June 30, 1997. Weld County Summer Youth Employment and Training Plan Page 13 G. Plan Versu-s Actual The Weld County SDA agrees that the Title II -B 1994 funding level included in the SYETP Plan is an estimate. Upon receipt of the actual funding allocations for this Program, the two budget documents and the program description will be adjusted accordingly and submitted to GJTO within 30 days of receipt. This revised information will be signed by the PIC Chair and the SDA Director and approved by the MJTO Director. 9. MIS Procedures All SYETP participants will - be tested utilizing one of the tools discussed in section 3.A. Weld County will adhere to -entering the pre- and post-test data elements in the MIS system. Participants not enrolled in ramediation will not be post —tested. WELD COUNTY EMPLOYMENT SERVICES SUMMER YOUTH INDIVIDUAL SERVICE STRATEGY VAX # Initial Revised (Date Technician: Technician Phone Number: NAME SSN STREET ADDRESS BIRTHDATE SCHOOL ATTENDING LAST GRADE COMPLETED ABLE TEST SCORES Reading Math Date Tested: One of the goals of the attaining the necessary to become successful in employment. If participation component is deemed necessary attendance in that program is your employment in the -summer SYETP is to assist youth in reading and math skills needed future education and in an education by your technician, required to maintain program. EDUCATIONAL GOAL EMPLOYMENT GOAL Educational Component ( ) ( ) ( ) ( ) Upward Bound ( ) Dther: Computer Lab (ES) Computer lab (Roosevelt) YOU Start Date & Schedule Est End Anticipated School Status (Fall 1993) ( ) Return to School ( ) Attend Vo-Tech School ( ) Attend College ( ) Other: Employment and Training Needs ( ) Work Experience Start ( ) Job Specific Skills ( ) Pre -employment Skills Class Date/Location Supportive Service Needs ( ) Child Care ( ) Safety Equipment ( ) Other: I agree to take part in the above mentioned activities during the SYETP. I understand that if I need to be absent from work or class for any reason, I will call my supervisor or instructor ahead of time. I will give my best effort to my job and to my classes. Participant Signature 21-94-5065 (Rev. 3-94) Date Technician Signature Date ATTACHMENT 2 SUMMER YOUTH EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING PROGRAM PARTICIPANT HANDBOOK EMPLOYMENT SERVICES OF WELD COUNTY 1551 NORTH 17th AVE. -P.O. BOX 1805 GREELEY, COLORADO 80632 DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES EMPLOYMENT SERVICES OF WELD -COUNTY 1551 NORTH 17TH -AVENUE P.O. BOX 1805 CREEL -Y. COLORADO 80632 COLORADO. WELCOME TO THE -WILD COUNTY YOUTH INPLOYMENT -AND -TRAINING PROGRAM APPLICANT 13031 3533815 EMPLOYER (3031 3533800 The purpose -of the Youth Employment and Training -Program is to provide you with an opportunity to learn good work -habits, gain experience, obtain -a better understanding of the work world, and tevelop basic skills competency. Your job can be fun and rewarding, but it is up to you to make the best of it. This handbook will inform you of employment policies and procedures, which are -sometimes referred to as terms and conditions. It will also provide some_general -employment information that you -may find useful in your employment future. It is import -ant that you read this handbook carefully and keep it handy throughout your participation in -this program sothatyou understand what is txpected of you and what your employee rights are. We look forward to working with you. Sinneerellyy, "Ted Long Special -Programs Coo nator Linda Perez Director Employment Services WELD 'COUNTY'S YOUTH EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING PROGRAM YOUTH PARTICIPANT'S HANDBOOK Welcome Letter to the Youth Participant Important Reference Information -About My Job Employment Information for Weld -County Youth Employment and Training Program -Participants Youth Employment Technician. » 2 Youth Employee Classification. , 2 Memorandum of -Agreement ' 2 Work -site Agreement Changes (Modification to Memorandum of Agreement). 2.-4 Sample Memorandum of Agreement . . 3 Wages - 4 Sign In/Out - Timekeep▪ ing togs - Eval• uations ' 4 � Payroll Procedures 4.6 Sample Modification to Memorandum of A- g▪ reement. . . . , . -. . 5 Sample Sign In/Out Sheet ' 7 Sample Monthly Time Keeping log. . _.B Payroll Schedule . 9 Worker's -Compensation. — - 10 Social Security. . . 10 Other Fringe Benefits. . . . 11 Compensatory Time 11 Overtime 11 Reimbursable Expenses. . . _ 11 Excused Absences _ _ 1142 Vacation .. . . ' 12 Other Leave. . , . I2 Child Labor Laws -.13.14 ' Terminations . . 14 -. . in the Workplace . 14 Complaint Procedures . 15 Evaluations 15 Classes - lb Sample 'Complaint Procedures Form•• lb Sample Individual -with Disability Discrimination Complaint Procedures Form 17 Sample 'Class Schedule. 18 Summer Job Checklist . . . ' _.19 Other Employment Information Resume Basics _ _ 20 Sample Resume -. -. _ 21 Job Application Pointers. -. _.22 Sample of a General Employment Application . ' 23.24 ' Your Appearance -at the Interview 25 1-9 Points to edge nut Competition - - 26 Psyching up for the Interview - - 27 Job Interview Questions. . . 2-8 Interviewing "Tough" Questions29 Review These Tips for IGood Interviewing Skills How to Keep a Job 1 3 3D 31 IMPORTANT REFERENCE INFORMATION ABOUT MY JOB My Worksite Supervisor's Name is: Worksite Name: Department: Address: Telephone Number: YOU MUST CALL YOUR SUPERVISOR: when you are going to be Tate to work when you are doing to be absent from work any other time that he or she asks you to My Youth :Employment Technician's Name is: Agency Name: Employment Services of Weld County Address: 1551 North 17th Avenue P.O. Box 1805 -Greeley, Colorado 80632 Telephone: 353-3815 YOU MUST CALL YOUR YOUTH EMPLOYMENT TECHNICIAN - when you are having any problem on the job that you can't solve on your own - when problems _come up with your paychecks or your time cards MOST IMPORTANT TO :REMEMBER: For any problem you have you should -first talk to your worksite supervisor. If you think your worksite supervisor is causing the problem and you can't talk -to him or her about it. talk to your -Youth Employment Technician. No problem is too big or too small. Your Youth Employment Technician is here to help you make your job a good one. Youth Participant Handbook -1- Employment Information for Weld Count louth Employment and Training Program Participants I. General A. •Youth Employment Technician During the Youth Employment Program, there will be a Youth Employment Technician assigned to provide assistance to you and the Worksite Supervisor with any problems that may occur. The Youth Employment Technician will also be responsible for collecting the Timekeeping Logs. distributing payroll checks. providing Labor Market information. and the monitoring of worksites. B. Youth Employee Classification You will be classified as a temporary, part-time hourly paid employee of the Weld County - Division of Human Resources' Employment Services only during the term of this agreement. Temporary, part-time employees of the Youth Employment -Program are entitled to a portion of the Division of Human -Resources' fringe benefits. These benefits include Workers' Compensation and -Social Security. You will be be employed for a limited period of time as specified in the Memorandum of Agreement. C. -Memorandum of Agreement The Memorandum of Agreement is a written contract between the worksite facility, Employment Services of Weld County and you, that states the following: 1. The effective starting and ending dates that you will be employed at a worksite. 2. The hourly pay rate you will receive. 3. The job title. 4. The worksite's name. address and the supervisor's name, title and telephone number. 5. -'our work schedule. 6. lour job duties. D. Worksite Agreement Chances: Modification to the Youth Employment and Training Program Memorandum of Agreement 1. The original Memorandum of -Agreement must be adjusted (modified) for the following reasons: a. it change in employment must be specified including new dates of employment. work times or Job title/duties. b. A -change in the worksite supervisor. Youth Participant Handbook -2- loployrt sad 3raiataq florin Miranda of Mrseme.t DPP101 oorr -saRVIDis of WSW COUNTY _2171ETIVX Ga Cy Mar veld County Division of torn Aaeaertas P.O. Sox 1005 15511. 17th Avenue Greeley, Colorado 40637 (303) 353-3015 Free / / lath -Day rem Three / / meta Day Year Purposes The amount. duration. urn and conditions of -an agnomens of services between tha bast Facility, Imployuo. and Ioploymenc asrvicee of Weld County are mtabliabsd to provide employment for 0114151a participants. Modifications: This Agreement nay be modified at any time with the written at of all parts s. Wage Itstennt, The employee will be paid per hour according to the Job SYaaiaq Partearenip Act rale and regalatisea during tee Tara of this Agreement. subject to tba tarn and omdstlmu denrlbsd in ens nom -financial *grossest. The employee small be classified as a tgorary employe, of the Employment bawler of Weld County during the tarn of this 1,.msnt. Source of Funding: The sauna of funding for payment by Lglayaent Services of Veld County to the seployme small be ens Jm Trenaeg Psrthersoip Mt Program funds. The tern of this agreement is subject to the availability of Fonda. Job Title: The Employes will be Working Work Station days par —at ►r_ To (specify days) Placement Facility Win) Address City State -TOTAL IODL OF MICPUMEXT PER Cl Zip ma Impleyee will bo attsediag tins days per week _Work Station Address (if different) (specify days) Fro to Alternate Work Sits (in case of bad weather) (time) TOTAL MUDS OF CLAWS Pte: WEII: Direct Supervisor's Same _Title 7tatanent of Works (training mtlits of job dstim) :olepnone Number A. S. C. D. S. The Placement Facility, Employee, and Employment Services of Wad County mutually agree to participate in the Work Eaperieame Training -Program in strict accordance with the term em conditions herein specified. Furthm, the puttee mutually undaretasd. agree, and acknowledge recutpt of all agreement exhibits. Irialse: Placement -Facility: SW Pt*orm t -Facility Authorised Representative Address Title -City x Employee Signature data State Sip White Copy: File Yellow Copy: Plat Facility Pinks-Mpleyeo Youth Participant Handbook Page 3 Plae_at Facility x Delman Si/nature -bp1oyant asitiase Of Weld County x Data 2. The Youth Employment Technician should be notified immediately when any change at the worksite occurs. Permission to change the Memorandum of Agreement must be approved by the Employment Services of Weld County's Special Programs Coordinator before the change takes place. E. Wages L. The Youth Employment Program of the Employment Services of Veld -County agrees to pay the specified tourly wage, which is minimum wage, as specified in the Memorandum of Agreement. 2. The Youth Employment Program will not provide for salary er merit Increases -during the term of this 'reement. The hourly wage will be minimum wage and will only be adjusted in accordance with federal and state regulations. 3. You -will only be paid for those hours worked. E-xcused absences will not -be paid and cannot be substituted or made-up at another time. 4. Payment of the bonus for classroom -activity will depend upon successful completion of the requirements of the -ONE component that you are enroll-ed into. This bonus will be given,appropriate, at the end of the Youth Employment and Training Program. The Youth Employment Program will pay you -for working at the worksite up to approximately twenty-four (24) hours per week as specified in the Memorandum tf -Agreement. F Sign In/Out - Timekeeping Logs - Evaluations 1. You must sign in at the beginning and sign out at the -end of the -work period. You must write down only the actual hours worked. (Lunch break must not be included.) 2. You will not be paid in advance -for hours not-vorked. Timekeeping Logs will be maintained weekly from Monday through Friday by the Youth Employment Technician, Worksite Supervisor and you. 3. -At the end of every second pay period, your Worksite Supervisor and you must sign the Timekeeping Log and verify the hours that you worked. The Worksite Supervisor is not authorized to sign these forms for the you. 4. At the end of each month, the worksite supervisor will evaluate your performance and review itwithyou. Copies will be given to the Youth Employment Technician, the Worksite Supervisor, and you. 6. Payroll Procedures 1. Paychecks will be distributed to you by the Youth Employment Technician at a previously designated place and according to a paycheck schedule. (See page 9) Youth Participant Handbook -4- EMPLOYMENT SERVICES OF WELD SOINTY MODIFICATION TO THE YOUTHADPLOYMDIT ANDTRAININGPROCRAM MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT Instructions: 1) Only the Employment -Services of -Weld County's Special Programs _Coordinator may authorize Youth -Employment Technicians to grant changes to the Memorandum of Agreement. The Coordinator will Tot authorize overtime or compensatorytime. Permission to grant changes to the Kemorandum of Agreement must be 1n -hand prior to the youth -e ployeebetng allowed to start these changes. 2) In emergency situations, changes to the Memorandum of Agreement may ZAP authorized verbally; however, written euthortzatfon must follow. 3) Each -request for a -change to the Memorandum of -Agreement shall be approved/denied based on that instance -only. Approval/denial of any -request does not apply to subsequent requests. i) Complete the following sections(s) -that applies and submit it to the Coordinator. The form -will be returned to the Youth -Employment Technician, and distributed as listed at the bottom of the page. Youth Employee Name: EFFECTIVE DATE1)F MODIFIED CONTRACT From / / o�� a -E y ear JOB TITLE: The Youth Employee will be working Work Station days per week (specify Gays) from to Placement Facility (time) address City State Zip lork3tation Address (if different) Alternate Work Site iln case of adverse weather) irect Supervisors Name _ ntle Telephone -lumber Extend'Contract Through olon an y ear 3pectal Programs Coordinator TOTAL HOURS OF EMPLOYMENT PER WEEK: STATEMENT OF WORK: (Outline of job duties) A. 8. C. E. Approved: Denied: I understand that this does -not constitute overtime or a request -for -compensatory time. This request 1s to adjust the Memorandum of Agreement for the sections completed above. Youth Eaptoyee Date 'Youth Employment Technician Date Placement Facility Designee Date White Copy: Youth File Yellow Copy: Youth Participant Pink Copy: placement facility Youth Rarticipant-Handbook -5- 2. Paychecks will be given to you if you have the proper identification, such as one of the following: a. Driver's License b. School Picture Identification Card c. An Authorized Picture Identification Card d. Signature Card Authorized by the Youth Employment Program 3. Social Security cards are not acceptable forms of identification. 4. Paychecks will NOT be given out early. You will need to plan ahead and budget your money for vacations, emergencies, etc. 5. Paychecks will be issued on the day outlined on page 9 of this handbook. Please do not telephone your Youth Employment Technician for this information.Tf so, you will be referred to the payroll schedule in your handbook. Youth Participant Handbook -6- PAYROLL TIME SHEET NAME: TECHNICIAN: SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: PAY PERIOD FROM: TO: PROGRAM: PER HOUR: Sun Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri Sat Hours Hours Hours Hours Hours Hours Hours Sun Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri Sat Hours Hours Hours Hours Hours Hours Hours Sun Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri Sat Hours Hours Hours Hours Hours Hours Hours Performance Evaluation Dresses Appropriately Gets Along With Others Shows Up On Time Attends As Scheduled Displays Positive Attitude Follows Instructions Completes Assigned Tasks "I hereby certify the hours worked are correctly reported." Employment Technician Signature 5 = 100% Of Time 4 = 90% 3 = 80% 2 = 70% 1 = 60% Total Hours: "I hereby certify the hours worked "I hereby certify the hours are correctly reported." worked are correctly reported." Employee Signature Worksite Supervisor Signature NOTE: ALL SIGNATURES MUST BE PRESENT OR PAYROLL WILL NOT BE PROCESSED Youth Participant Handbook -7- SUMMER YOUTH EMPLOYMENT PAYROLL SCHEDULE Pay Period Start/End 04-16-95 - 04-30-95 05-01-95 - 05-15-95 05-16-95 - 05-31-95 06-01-95 - 06-15-95 06-16-95 - 06-30-95 07-01-95 - 07-15-95 07-16-95 - 07-31-95 08-01-95 - 08-15-95 08-16-95 - 08-31-95 09-01-95 - 09-15-95 09-16-95 - 09-30-95 Date to Mail/Submit To Employment Services 04-30-95 05-15-95 05-31-95 06-15-95 06-30-95 07-15-95 07-31-95 08-15-95 08-31-95 09-15-95 09-30-95 Pay Distributed 05-15-95 05-31-95 06-15-95 06-30-95 07-14-95 07-31-95 08-15-95 08-31-95 09-15-95 09-29-95 10-13-95 * All summer youth payroll checks will be mailed to the youths residence with the exception of one day which will be selected. NOTE: Youth will be required to pick their check up for one pay period during the summer. Youth will be randomly selected and will be notified of the date by their Summer Youth Technician. The youth will need a photo I.D. in order to receive that check. Youth Participant Handbook Page 8 Laws Rates Guide 1 i ne s 'rips -9- H. Worker's Compensation 1. You are covered by Worker's Compensation through the Youth Employment Program. Important guidelines for the Worksite Supervisor and you are: a. All injuries that occur -during working hours and while on the job at the worksite must be reported inmeoia tely to the Worksite Supervisor. b. All injuries must be reported on the day that the injury -occurs. 2. The -Worksite Supervisor and you must follow the procedures described below: a. If an injury (regardless of how minor) -occurs during work hours, you must report the injury to the Worksite Supervisor immediately. The Employment Technician should be contacted only if the Worksite Supervisor is not available. b. The Worksite Supervisor will then immediately telephone the Youth Employment Technician -at 353-3815 to report the injury. If the Youth Employment Technician is not available, the Special Programs _Coordinator should be contacted at 353-1815. c. After the Worksite Supervisor notifies the Youth -Employment Technici-an, you will be advised as to further procedures. d. If you refuse medical attention, you need to state in writing that you declined medical attention. You need to sign and -date this statement and give -it to the Worksite Supervisor, who will then give -it to the Youth Employment Technician. e. The Worksite Supervisor will participate with Employment Services on further investigative procedures concerning -a Worker's Compen- sation claim. 3. A Worker's Compensation claim may be denied if you go to a private physician. The only exception will be if the injury is severe enough to require the use of an ambulance. In such a case, you will be taken to the nearest medical facility. Payment will to not be paid for any Chiropractic services. 4. Before you are allowed to return to work, a written release is required from the physician stating that you can return to work. 5. Failure to follow these established procedures and policies may result in your claim and resulting medical expenses being denied. Also, if it is determined through staff investigation by Employment Services of Weld County and Weld County Personnel that you fraudulently claimed an injury or illness under Workers' Compensation, you will be immediately terminated from your employment. I. Social Security The Youth Employment Program will provide Social Security benefits for you. Youth Participant Handbook -10- J. Other Fringe Benefits The Youth Employment Program will not -provide the following fringe benefits or -payment for such benef for you. 1. -Health Insurance 2. Holidays -or Holiday Pay 3. Sick Leave or Sit* Pay 4. Life Insurance 5. Vacation Pay K. Compensatory Time The Youth Employment Program will not provide compensatory time or payment of such to you. The Worksite (Placement -Facility) will rot require you to -work for more than the designated total hours of employment per week as described in the MemorandumofAgreement. The Worksite Supervisor cannot authorize you to substitute or make-up time while participating in the program. Any changes to the work schedule must have written approval from the Weld County Employment Services' Special Programs Coordinator. L. Overtime The Youth Employment Program will not provide overtime hours or payment of such hours to you. The Worksite (Placement Facility) will not require you to work overtime. M. Reimbursable Expenses The Youth Employment Program will not provide reimbursement to you for mileage, parking fees, lodging, or other expenses associated with the program. The Worksite (Placement Facility) will not require you to participate in duties which result in the aforementioned expenses. N. Excused Absences: 1. Sick Leave You are provided two (2) unpaid sick days during the Youth Employment Program. These sick days may be for a scheduled doctor's appointment of which the Worksite Supervisor must be notified 48 hours in advance, or an emergency sick day of which the Worksite Supervisor must be notified prior to or at the report time for work (no later than a half hour after work begins on the day the absence occurs.) The Worksite Supervisor must notify the Youth Employment Technician of the absence on the day it occurs. One additional day for sick leave will be allowed only if you have a serious illness or a member of your immediate family has a serious illness and requires your assistance. Failure to follow these procedures will result in immediate termination. Immediate family includes; your husband or wife, son or daughter, father, mother, brothers, sisters, father-in-law, mother-in-law brother-in-law, sister-in-law, grandmother or grandfather. Youth Participant Handbook -11- txample of Excused Absence: If you or an immediate family member. who requires your assistance. is sick for three (3) consecutive days. you must obtain a physician's excuse for the days missed. -You must notify your Worksite Supervisor prior to or at the report time for work that day (no later than one-half hour after work begins on the _day the absence occurs). Failure to follow these procedures will -result in immediate termination. No substitution or make-up of time will be allowed. Another Example of Excused Absence: If you are sick one (1) day. and later within the Youth Employment Program. are sick (serious illness) two (2) days in a row with a physician's excuse, the sick times will be excused. No substitutions or make-up of time will be allowed. 2. Court Absence -During the Youth Employment Program, you will be allowed a total of one (1) court day. The court appearance must have the prior approval of the Youth Employment Technician. No substitution or make-up of time will be allowed. 3. Emergency Absence During the Youth Employment Program. you will be allowed a total of one (1) emergency day. The Youth Employment Technician may provide emergency leave for ma'or transportation problems (applies only to those Youth Employees 1 v outside the Greeley Bus System), child care problems (applies only for single parents). eviction from housing, or to attend the funeral of a member of your immediate family. Approval must be obtained from the Youth Employment Technician. This must be done prior to or at the report time,for work that day (no later than one-half hour after work begins on the day the absence occurs.) Depending on travel involved, you may be granted by the Youth Employment Technician, two (2) additional days leave without pay to attend the funeral of a member of your immediate family. No substi- tution or make-up time is allowed. -0. Vacation You must notify your Worksite Supervisor of plans to take off from work for vacation purposes. This must be done at LEAST one (1) week before your vacation begins. Failure to follow this procedure can result in termination from the Youth Employment and Training Program. -P. Other Leave You will not be provided any other type of leave except as described under the Excused Leave. If you request leave, the Youth Employment Technician must tie inmediately informed by you. -Youth Participant Handbook -12- II. Child labor Laws A. The-Worksite (Placement Facility) Supervisor and you agree to observe all applicable Child Labor Laws. The following information is commonly asked about Child Labor provisions: 1. HOURS - TIME STANDARDS - 14 AND 15 YEAR OLDS MAY NOT WORK: a. Before 7:00 a.m. or after 7:1)0 -pan. during the school year. b. More than .3 hours a day on school days. -c. More than 18 hours a week in school weeks. d. More than 8 hours -a day on non -school days. 2. -OCCUPATIONS PERMITTED FOR 14 AND 13 YEAR OLDS: a. Office and clerical work (including operation of office machines) b. Cashiering. c. Errand and delivery work by loot, bicycle, and public transportation. d. Clean-up work, including the use of vacuum cleaners and floor -waxers, and the maintenance of grounds, but not including the use of power - driven mowers or cutters. e. Kitchen work, excluding electric knives, slicers, etc. 1. Work in connection with tars and trucks, if confined to the following: 1. Dispensing gasoline and oil. 2. Ear cleaning, washing and polishing. g• Cleaning vegetables and fruits, wrapping, sealing, labeling, weighing, pricing, and stoc-king goods. 3. OCCUPATIONS NOT PERMITTED TOR 14 -AND 15 YEAR OLDS: a. Operation or tending of -hoisting apparatus or any power -driven machinery. This includes power mowers, electric hedge _trimmers, and power driven snow removers. Youth aged 11. and 15 must -not operate _this equipment in their job. b. Occupations in connection -with: transportation, warehousing, storage, construction, and manufacturing. c. Occupations in retail, food service or garden establishments. Work performed in or about boiler or engine -rooms; work in connection with maintenance or repair of the establishment, machines or equipment; outside -window washing that involves working from -window sills and all work requiring the use of ladders, scaffolds or their substitutes; loading and unloading goods to and from _trucks or conveyors. All occupations in warehouses except office and clerical work. 4. OCCUPATIONS -NOT PERMITTED FOR 1-6 AND 17 YEAR OLDS: a. Motor vehicle driving. Exceptions: Incidental and occupational driving if the child holds a State license valid for the type of driving involved in the job performed and the vehicle is equipped with a seat belt or similar device for the driver and each helper. Motor vehicle -will mean automobile, truck, truck -tractor, trailer, semi- trailer, or motorcycle. b. ANY WORK FROM LADDERS, SCAFFOLDS OR EQUIPMENT EXCEEDING 10 FEET IF HEIGHT Youth Participant -Handbook -13- c. Power -driven woodworking machines. A. Exposure to radioactive substances. e. Power -driven hoisting apparatus. I. Power -driven circular saws, band saws, and guillotine shears. Z. Wrecking, demolition (including buildings). h. Roofing operations. This term will mean all work performed in connection with the application of weatherproofing materials and substances (such as tar, pitch, asphalt prepared paper, tile, slate, metal, or wood) to roofs of buildings or other structures. This term also includes all work performed in connection with installation of roofs and alterations, additions, maintenance and repair, including painting and coating of existing roof. i. Excavation operations. B. Should a Worksite (Placement Facility) be found in violation of the Child Labor Law, it will be subject to immediate review. The removal of Youth Employees from the Worksite (Placement Facility) may result. Further, noncompliance with Child Labor Laws can result in severe civil and criminal penalties. III. Terminations A. Termination from the Youth Employment Program may happen for any of the following reasons: 1. Excused absences are exceeded; 2. Excessive tardiness or unexcused absences; 3. Not participating in the job duties outlined in the Memorandum of Agreement; 4. Failing to show or call in late or taking an unauthorized day of leave; 5. Refusing to attend an interview after being referred to an unsubsidized job; 6. Fighting, stealing, using drugs or alcohol. Consequences: 1st time - Counseling Form 2nd time - Termination B. Immediate Termination may happen for the following reasons: 1. Falsifying information on the Timekeeping Log or other forms; 2. Failing to follow the correct sick leave or vacation procedures; 3. Non-attendance of required classroom activities, or improper classroom behavior. IV. Problems/Grievance in the Workplace If problems arise, you are encouraged to resolve these issues with your supervisor. If you are unable to find a solution, contact your Youth Employment Technician. Your Youth Employment Technician will help you to work out the problem and should be notified of any other problems that may arise. Youth Participant Handbook -14- V. Complaint Procedures You will receive a copy of the JOB TRAINING PARTNERSHIP ACT COMPLAINT PROCEDURES and JOB TRAINING PARTNERSHIP ACT DISABILITY DISCRIMINATION' COMPLAINT PROCEDURES which gives the correct procedures to follow for violation of the rules and regulations of the Job Training Partnership Act or a violation based on discrimination because of a disability. You will read these procedures and they will be verbally explained to you. You will then need to sign these forms. VI. Evaluations During the summer, your worksite supervisor will evaluate your job performance. This means your supervisor will look at what you do and don't do on your job. He or she will write down how well you do your job. If you do not understand your assignment, do not hesitate to ask questions. This is an important part of doing a good job. These are the things your supervisor will be looking at: A. Your Work Performance 1. Do you do the work you are assigned? 2. Do you finish the work you are assigned? 3. Do you come to work on time? 4. Do you always come to work? B. Your Work Attitude 1. Are you dependable? 2. Do you accept instructions from your supervisor? 3. Do you do things on your own without being told? At. Do you ask your supervisor for additional work when you have finished a job? A "Yes" answer to all the above questions is very important in making any.. job a good experience. You should try to be dependable, to get along, and to take initiative on your job, even when it seems hard to do so. If you don't know what is expected of you, or are unsure about something, ASK someone. VII. Classes You will be encouraged to attend classes. A schedule will be provided. -These classes will be held so that they will not interfere with your work schedule. Youth Participant Handbook -15- _cb Training partnershlo Act Complaint Procedures -Weld County Division of Human Resources P.O. Box 1805; 1551 North 17th Avenue -Greeley,-Colorado 80632 (303) 353-3815 This procedure shall be followed for complaints involving the Job Training - Partnership Act, based upon a complaint -alleging a violation of the rules and regulations of the Job Training Partnership Act. but does not allege a violation based upon discrimination. Discrimination complaints other than those involving individuals with disabilities should be referred to the Office of Civil Rights. U.S. Department of Labor. -A problem may be raised with the Department Heed of the program involved at any time. The Department Head will make -every attempt to resolve the problem. The person raising the problem will be advised of the procedures to follow if the person wants to file I complaint. The Complainant will follow the following procedures in the filing of a complaint: Step 1. The Complainant will filo the complaint in writing. The Faual Employment Opportunities/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) Officer will assist the Complaintant in completing the form "Notice of Formal Complaint." The -filing of a JTPA complaint shall be made within one (11 year of the alleged occurrence, except those alleging fraud or criminal activity. The EEO/AA Officer will offer a written decision setting forth the findings of fact and give the reasons for the decision within ten (10) calendar days of the formal complaint. The EEO/M Officer will provide this written decision to the Complainant, the Department Head, and the Personnel Nearing Officer. Step 2. Upon receipt of this decision. the Complainant may appeal the decision to the Personnel Hearing Officer within five (5) calendar days after the receipt of the decision by the EEO/M Officer. The complaint shall be sent to the attention of the Personnel Hearing Officer. The Personnel Hearing Officer will conduct a hearing to review the complaint. The Personnel Hearing Officer will review the complete case filed prior to the hearing. The Personnel Hearing Officer will: a. Direct parties to appear at the hearing; provide notice of the date, time, and place of the hearing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the hearing; state the manner in which it will be conducted; and state the stipulated issues to be heard. b. Advise all parties that they are able to be represented by counsel or the representative of their choice; and advise all parties that they have the opportunity to bring witnesses and documentary -evidence. C. Conduct the hearing in accordance with the attached procedures. 1, -Question witnesses and parties. e. Consider and evaluate the facts, evidence, and arguments to determine credibility. f. Render a decision. The Personnel Hearing Officer will -Qive a written decision setting forth findings of fact and give the reasons for the decision to the Complainant, the Department Head, and the EEO/AA Officer. 7M written decision will be presented within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date the Complainant filed his or her appeal of the decision of the EEO/AA Officer. Step 3. The Complainant may appeal the decision of the Personnel Hearing Officer to the Board of County -Commissioners-within ten (10) calendar days. The Personnel Hearing Officer, the EEO/AA Officer, the -Personnel Director, and the legal advisor shall present the case to the -Board for review. THe Board may -reverse, sustain, or modify the Personnel Hearing Officer's decision. The Board of County Commissioner's written decision will le returned to the Complainant within sixty (60) lays of receipt of a written formal complaint by the EEO/AA Officer in Step 1. All parties shall be notified of the Board's decision within five (5) calendar days after the review is completed. step 4. The Complainant may appeal the decision of the Board of County Commissioners within ten (10) calendar days of receipt of the decision to the Governor of the State of -Colorado for an independent review. The EEO/AA Officer shall notify the Complainant, in writing, of the appeal process and the address for appeals. The governor's decision is final. NOTE: The identity of all persons who have furnished information relating to a complaint or assisting in the obtaining of facts, shall remain in confidence to the extent possible, consistent with a fair determination of the issues. The discrimination Complainants shall be advised of their rights to file their complaintswith any other appropriate Federal, State. and local Civil Rights agencies. I have read the above and also had the Job Training Partnership Act -Complaint Procedures throughly explained to me. Signature of Applicant Signature of Witness Youth lartioipant Handbook -16- ate ate -op Trair. ro partnership Act Discrimination Complaint -Procedures *or Tnd,viduals with Disabilities Weld -County Division of Han Resources P.O. Box 1805; 1551 North 17th -Avenue Greeley,-Coloredo 80632 (303) 353 4815 This procedure shall to followed for complaints involving the Job Training Partnership Act. tared upon a _complaint which alleges that a person was diserial nated against because of disabilities. A disability discrimination tooplaint may be raised to the Department Head of the program involved at any time. The Department Head will make every attempt to resolve the problem. The person raising the problem will be advised of -the procedures ?.e -fol low tt the person wants to file a complaint. The -Complainant will -follow _the -following procedures in the filing -of complaint: -Step 1. The Complainant will file the complaint to writing. The Equal Employment-Opportunities/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) Dfficer will assist the Complainant in completing the form "Notice of Formal Complaint." The -filing of a JTRA disability -discriminatory 'complaint shall be made =rithtn one -hundred eighty (180) calendar days -of the alleged occurrence; unless the time for -filing has been extended by the Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Labor. The EEO/AA Officer will inform the Colorado Governor's Job Training Office of the formal filing of the disability discrimination complaint. The complaint shall had(ately to sent to The attention of the Personnel Hearing Officer Joy Oho E20/AA Officer. -Step 2. The Personnel Hearing Dfficer must conduct a hearing to review the disability discrimination complaint within thirty (30) days of its -filing. TM Personnel Hearing Officer -will review the complete case filed prior to the hearing. The Personnel Hearing Dfficer will: a. Direct parties to appear at the hearing; provide notice of the date, time, and -place of the -hearing at least five (5) calendar - Gays prior -to the hearing; state the manner in which it will be conducted; and state the stipulated issues to be heard. b. Advise all -parties that they are able to be represented by counsel or the representative of their choice; and advise all parties that they have the opportunity to bring witnesses and documentary evidence. c. Conduct -the hearing in accordance with the attached procedures. d. Question witnesses and -parties. e. Consider and evaluate the facts, evidence, and arguments -to =etermine _credibility. f. Render a decision. The Personnel -Hearing Officer gill give a -written remamended decision setting forth findings of fact and give the reasons for the decision to the Complainant, the Department Head. and the EEO/AA Officer. The written recommended decision must be presented within forty-five (4-5) a alendar days of the date the Complainant filed his or her disability discrimination 'complaint with The EEO/M Officer. The EE0/AA Officer must then mail the recommended decision to the Governor _of the State of Colorado, end _such mailing must be postmarked no later _than the -forty-fifth (45th) day after thefiling of the complaint. - ;•; Step I. The Governor of the State of Colorado will issue a decision and return a -copy of the decision to the Complainant within sixty (60) days of thedata that the Complainant filed his or her disability discrimination complaint with the EEO/AA Officer. The Governor's decision will be in writing and will be sent via certified mail to -the Complainant and to the -Department Head, the EEO/MDffi_cer, and the Personnel Nearing Dfficer. Step*. The -Complainant may appeal the recision of the Governor of the State of Colorado to the Assistant Secretary of the -United States Department of Labor within thirty (30) calendar days of the dateofthe Governor's decision. The EEO/M Officer shall notify the Complainant, in writing, of the appeal process and the address for appeals. NOTE: The identity of all persons who have -furnished information relating to a -canal aint or assisting in the obtaining of facts shall remain in confidence, to the extent possible, consistent smith a lair determination of the issues. TMAisability-discrimination-Complainants shell be advised of their rights to -file their complaints with any other appropriate Federal, State. and local tivil Rights agencies. I have read the above and also had the Job Training Partnership act Disability Discrimination Complaint Procedures -thoroughly explained to a. ai,nature or-Appl :cant Signature -of Witness White -Copy: File ate ate Yellow -Copy: Applicant Youth Partici:pant Handbook -17- INCENTIVES AND BONUSES LEARNING LABS Incentives and bonuses for the learning labs are as follows: * Attend less than 10 hours * Attend 10 - 19 hours * Attend 20 - 29 hours * Attend 30 hours or more $ 0 $ 20 $ 50 $ 75 A bonus of $ 25 will be paid for -each grade level gained in reading and math up to a maximum of $200. GED Youth who attain a GED while participating in the Summer Youth Program will receive a $250 bonus and the _opportunity for one quarter tuition for post secondary-eeducation. FORT LUPTON AIMS COMMUNITY COLLEGE CLASSES Youth will receive $4 per hour incentive to attend scheduled classes and a bonus based on the following: * Grades below "C" * Attainment of Grade "C- * Attainment of Grade "B" * Attainment of Grade "A" SCHOOL DISTRICT SUMMER SCHOOL $ 0 $ 25 $ 50 $100 Youth will receive the following bonuses for required classes: • Grades below "C" * Attainment of Grade "C" * Attainment of Grade "B" * Attainment of Grade "A" $ 0 $ 25 $ 50 $100 Bonuses will not exceed $200. UPWARD BOUND PROGRAM Youth will receive an incentive of $100 per week for attending classroom and associated activities. Youth will only be paid for the number of weeks they participate in the Upward Bound Program while a participant of the Summer Youth Program. Youth Participant Handbook Page 18 Summer Job Checklist Make sure you know who your immediate worksite supervisor is. 'That person is to advise you. Do not hesitate to ask him/her for answers to the following questions: ' -Am I suitably dressed for the job? If not. how should I dress? ' 4ihere are the restrooms? ' Is there an employee lunch room? ' What are the rules on smoking in the workplace? ' If my immediate supervisor is gone. who is my worksite supervisor? ° Where do I report when it rains? (only for those who work outside) Youth Participant Handbook —19- OTHER EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION Resume Basics RESUME WRITING AND ITS 'PURPOSE Many youth are turned off just by the wort( resume. A resume is simply an information sheet which tells about your work and school experience. A resume consists of: Personal information - name, address and telephone number Education — Work experience and history (remember to include volunteer work. too.) Special interests or hobbies References RESUME/PERSONAL tATA SHEET: 'This is to assist you in completing applications and tan be left with employers to remind them -of your Qualifications. REFERENCES: You should have at least -three personal references - people who know your character and your work. -An excellent *vay to make your references worst -for you is to have them write letters of recommendation. Youth Participant -Handbook -20- SAMPLE RESUME Geoffrey Smith 34 Topanga _Blvd Cotopaxi. Colorado 80222 Tet (412) 864-5322 • OCCUPATIONAL GOAL Automotive mechanic EDUCATION Topango High School—Graduated,June.-1986. Courses included: Mechanical Drawing i & II ElectricilyShop Understanding Internal Combustion Engines Automotive Shop EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES Intramural Football Track Team HOBBIES Model Building Photography WORK EXPERIENCE Summer 1984 - WIlmore DepartmentSiore 471 Hooper Blvd. Cotopaxi STOCK BOY Summer 1983 - Elmer's Crosstown Service Station 4371 Broadview Way Cotopaxi GAS PUMPER REFERENCES Wlllbe furnished upon -request YouthParticipant Handbook -P1_ JOB APPLICATION "POINTERS" Remember, when tilling out n job application you are selling yourself. You are the product end even a fine product can be poorly displayed poorly packaged -and remain= theaelt To better sell yourself on application, _use the following suggestions 1. Read aver the entire application before you begin writing!Thls-helps eliminateerrorsandgives you an overview of what Is asked for on the application. Z Fill -out the application In Ink, or use a type- writer. Never_useapencil-or mix ink colors —stick to blue or black 3. Some employers will allow you to complete theapplication at home. If you4o take it with you. be prompt in returning your -completed applica- tion. Don't have someone else deliver your application for you Return it personally, and when you :do. be prepared for a possible -on-the-spot Interview. Youth PartixOant Handbook -22- 4. Answer every question thatapplies to you. If a question does not apply, use "N/A" -which means notapplicable. If a sectional the application does notapply to you _using one "N/A" In -the first ques- tion of that section will get yo_urpointacross Don't overuse N/A but don't leave any important ques- tions unanswered either. 5. You can -do a better job of completing your applicaitonby first -writing your answersauton a blank sheetaf paperer an extraapplicaiton form Beiure to askcrzallaomeone if -you don't under- stand a question on -the form B. Spell correctly. If you don't know how to -spell -a -worduseanotherone that -means the same thing. Your resumecanttelp whenipelling-names and words you ore not sure of. 7. -When asked "job preference" or "position applied for" to notanswer "anything" no matter howtesperate you may be. An employer may feel you are _unsure of yourself or your goals. leas specific as you can about the type of work you want. If you -have two choices write them both. If you are -willing -to start "at the bottom" answer "entry-level job." -S. Be as -neat as possible. Avoid erasures and if you nave -to erase, to it very neatly so it won'tbe the -first thing the employer -will notice on your application form. g. Before you use people as references, ask their permission. Be prepared to give Information about at least three references on the jobappifca- tion . You will need to know theircomplete name, address and occupation. Incomplete -reference Information hos sentappiications to the top ...of the rejection pile. 10. Double-check yourapplication before giving it to the employer. If you have taken it home, have someone you know check it over. 11. Trytoalways leave your application with -the personwho does the hiring. Ask -when they will be making theirdecision and/at-when you may call or tome in for an interview. SAMPLE OF A GENERAL EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION NAME Man Fan. MOM MwutarwNn a ormimmsl AMR MS /MRS. NO.3 STREET. P.D.. OR PDST3DFFICEJOX NUMBER SOCIAL SECURITY -NUMBER SIRTNDATS CITY STATE ZIPIODE TELEPHONE NUMBER HOME BUSINESS EDUCATION AND TRAINING EDUCATION (Gras ism Graaf GYwaMNal it 7 I / 3 10 I 1 12 / 13 It IS is / 17 IS II 20 NAME AND LOCATION (City E Sum OF LAST HIGH SCHOOL ATTENDED GRADUATE( "ES — NO DATES ATTENDED GED CERTIFICATE NUMBE R FROM I TO A ISSUED By NAME Si COCATON OFtOLLTOE OAJJNIVERSITY DATES )CREDITS COMPLETED) man MINOR TYPE Of Of DECREE MO a TEAR OF JUDAEE raw TO 3EM. -0TR. -HAS. HRS. (it flu Mina NINave a own in Mn J-wenula Giro wow Yew non Deno w &n al OTHER SCHOOLS OR TRAINING ITrba Vocals,... Armed Forcaa4w-dus rranL GIVE NAME ANDSOCATION OF EACH SCHOOL DATES ATTENDED. . SUBJECTS STUDIED. CERTIFICATES. AND ANT OTHER PERTINENT DATA. SPECIAL-OUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS /Lc.nsn SLtltbnn Y.FMta Type,. Snonn,0 Sant NOM% Aura SIN Faeswslwaa' Fair Paso's, a snw,Mna hams:fo t FY,F Sn.ant: Professions orScan.MaSOnnya EMI (AIHea Aoorrrpnal Satyr if More Snail Sean or Lantaatea VETERAN DATES OF MILITARY -SERVICE — FROM TO BRANCH Points -will not Beadded and scorn will not OBBdlutted until -proper verification a Submilled. DO YOU HAVE -A CURRENTCOLORADO DRIVERS LICENSE? YES _ N0�.OATE ISSUED (Give numde ands/ut! IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR -COMPLETING WORK HISTORY This paoen mint be aO urawana O 'oiet► AOOOOt en Lean mutttdent Mkt me . will be roost LW Yap entire ~assort rt MOMS* PAW. INra •Math, an Stile mea Lao lO0a M (Ray MINK ~Mg With Ma orNNal Of Me Oa Litt oath aemOpal a s Yoarala Ma To Marais VO a aladla•tMlt w as an was urn OHMS aaanllMMII an raven sue* Old Meth a rYparla1fl4e thaw an SKS: a MP aetMant a alaNa Oe o abaeun a lacer Mt A Youth aarticipant Handbook (OVER) -23- PREVIOUS EMPLOYER I TELEPHONE FROM SOMPLETE-AGGRESS MO. DAY YR. to / / YOUR TITLE LAO. DAY Ya. L AST PAY DUTIES REASON FOR LEAVING OR SEEKING OTHER EMPLOYMENT. -MONTHLY S MSS. Rat WEEK SUPERVISOM SUPERVISORS TITLE Norm= OF EMPLOYEES YOU SUPERVISED PREVIOUS EMPLOYER TELEPHONE FROM / / COMPUTE ADDRESS MO. OAT YR. TO. YOUR TITLE MO. OAT YR. LAST DUTIES REASON FOR LEAVING OR SEEKING OTHER EMPLOYMENT. -MONTHLY PAY S HRS. PER WEEK SUPERVISOR SUPERVISOR'S TITLE NO.3 TITLES OF EMPLOYEES YOU SUPERVISED PREVIOUSIMPLOYEA TELEPHONE FROM / / COMPLETE ADDRESS MO. DAY rR. TO / / YOUR TITLE - MO. DAY TR. DUTIES REASON FOR LEAVING OR SEEKING OTHER EMPLOYMENT LAST-MONTHLY-4AT S HAS. PLR WEEK SUPERVISOR SUPERVISORS TITLE NO. E TITLES OF EMPLOYEES YOU SUPERVISED CHECK WHAT TYPE OFEFAPLOYMENT YOU WILL -ACCEPT: O TALL 02-FULL'nME 0 3 -TEMPORARY -0d#►ART TIME 0 }SHIFT WORK O FRIGHT WORK 0 TSEASONAL REFERENCES LW NM MPPIRI WSW IS IMO S. NO PPuITKI -100 IIRI MIMn M TSPI MW e#P an de1YW AIKiAPm el you busing es pelnAOIW NM 10Y RYrATMRIIN nal MOM WWII M .uae,HOH kited IRairry M Perri WON not NUN, NAME PRESENT RULNESS OR HOME AnonESS IMaiwr.-SlrII. City. VIM. bin SUSINESS on OCCUPATION CERTIFICATION I CERTIFY THAT ALL OF THE -STATEMENTS MADE IN THIS APPLICATION ARE TRUE -COMPLETE AND CORRECT TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE AND BELIEF. ANO ARE -MADE IN GOOD FAITH. SIGN IN INK SIGNATURE DATE Youth Participant Handbook -24- YOUR APPEARANCE AT THE INTERVIEW A neat appearance is a must If you imoress the interviewer with your neat appearance and good grooming, it may mean a job offer. Looking as it you nave given no thought to your appearance will not help you get the job. Don't overaress as for a parry or dress too casually in cut-offs and T-shirts. Dress for the interview as you would expect to dress for the job. For example. if you were opplying for a job as a delivery person. you wouldn't wear a suit You would wear a sports shin and slacks it you are a male, or a blouse and skirt or slacks if you ore a female. THIS IS WHAT YOU WANT. THIS IS HOW YOU GET WERE. APPROPRIATE DRESS Dress for the job you ore applying for .. . ... No hat- jeans. or T-shirt ... Check buttons. zippers ... Dress simply and In good taste • no tads, ... Clean, wrinkle -free clothes ... Polished shoes . Clothes in good repair GOOD GROOMING ... Hair clean and nearly camped ... No sunglasses ... No body odor ... Brushed teeth ... Clean shaven for males ... Makeup not overdone for females ... Clean nails and hands ... No gum chewing GOOD POSTURE ... Don't slouch Sit straight In chair POSITIVE ATTITUDE ... Pleasant expression ... Interested Remember Employers feel that people who take pride in themselves and their appearance often take pride in their work Youth Participant Handbook -25- 1. You have more skills than you think. Your natural abilities know how, talent AND special frothing ore all skills The trick is to realize what your skills are and how to express them. 2. Only a small fraction of job openings are advertised. News- - paper want ads are only one ptace where jobs are advertised. and one of the many places to look for jobs. Most jobs are found by personally contacting em - players 3. Jobs do not necessarily go to the best qualified people. In- stead they go to the best quali- fied applicants. That is people with the basic qualifications for the jobs who know how to get hired. So. aim at becoming a qualified applicant — someone who does a great job of present- ing his qualifications to an em- ployer. 4. Take credit for your work experience, even if you have never been employed in a busi- ness. Odd Jobs babysitting, chores and volunteer work are all examples of work experience that you should talk up In an interview and write up on a job application. 5. Look for seasonal jobs early. You will beat the crowd and impress a would-be employ- er by being savvy enough to start looking ahead of the competi- tion. 6. Write a resume before you start filling out job applications everywhere in town. Your resume will Impress employers and make filling out applications easier and faster. 7. Fill out an application form completely by answering all the questions Leaving information off on application makes em- ployers think you are not serious about working for them. Youth Participant Handbook 19 Points To Edge Out the Competition 8. Be persistenti By occasion- ally checking with an employer after completing an application you con increase your chances of a Job offer. 9. When starting a job. your first responsibility is to get to work on time. Your most important work trait to an employer is dependability. 10. The way you look counts. But this doesn't mean you have to run out and rent a tux or buy a new dressor be great looking... it does mean that whatever you do wear should be clean and pressed. and you should look well -scrubbed too. Brush your hair and give yourself a last minute straightening out before an interview. 11. A handshake should be a happy medium between limp and bruising. Practice its Don't worry about sweaty plams. Every- one is nervous ti's okay. 12. An interview is not an Interrogation. It Is a conversa- tion Speak up. Don't mumble or mutter under your breath, and don't give one -word answers either. -26- 13. Be enthusiastic and Inter- ested in the job... ask Questions. If youshow a willingness to do more than your short you're sure to get your snare of job offers 14. Mention school and lei- sure activities It helps the job interview get underway and will help the interviewer get to know YOU. 15. If your grades are fair to good say so. You don't have to be an "A" student to Impress an employer. If your attendance record is good. say so. Most employers are more interested in your school attendance than your grades 16. If you don't decide and say what you want you are likely to end up somewhere else. Let- ting others make decisions for you often will result In an un- happy job or career choice. Employers know this and are looking for people who have directions The people around you (parents friends and teach- ers) can help, but you are the person who is in control of get- ting hired. 1 7. Mention your future plans If appropriate. For instance. if you are looking for work experience because you think the job you are seeking may tie in to future career plans say so. Most em- ployers will look on that as proof that you have thought about their job and are ready to work at It. 18. Know about Me Job Have an idea of what it entails so that you can say why you want It and why you'd be good at it 19. Look your interviewer squarely in the nose. Most people will tell you to look him/her in the eye, but that's nearly impossible. Look at the bridge of their nose, and theyll think you ore looking in their eyes which is close enough PSYCHING UP FOR THE INTERVIEW Psyching up means to get in the best frame of mind for the interview. Nervousness, fear, apprehension are all natural when you have interviews scheduled. but those re- sponse: do not add to the impression the interviewer forms of you You wont to protect self- confidence. competence. and preparation. And the best way to be prepared Is ... to prepare The following are several techniques for psyching up: • Look good. You don't need the additional worry that you ore dressed incorrectly or uncomfort- ably. When you look good. you feel confident • Talk about the interview. Your personal support system is important here. Talking about your ner- vousness will help to relieve it. The support you receive from friends or family will do wonders for your self-confidence. • List your worries. Writing the three toughest questions in advance allows you to rehearse the answers. • Decide on a "trigger' for relaxation. if you get tense and knotted. It Is Important to relax Every time the interviewer mentions your resume. for example. look at your body. If you are cramped or slouching, odiust your posture. Sit back. Breathe deeply. • Mow sufficient travel time. You don't need the anxiety of being late. Allow even more time if you feel unprepared. The extra time will allow you to read some of the companys materials prior to the interview. Request some material from the secretary and review it • Nothing is better than being thoroughly prepared Convince yourself that you are the Ideal applicant and the employer will get the message. REMEMBER .. . e Job hunting can be an exciting learning experience: a lot of good Information on future career possi- bilities can come out of this process. You can also learn how companies operate and do business. AND ABOVE ALL ... • Don't get discouraged: a good positive attitude plus youthful energy, and a showing of willingness to learn and to work are all In your favor. THINK POSITIVE! . Youth Participant Handbook _P7_ JOB INTERVIEW QUESTIONS Be prepared to ask some questions of your own during an Interview. By asking questions and making comments, employers will be impressed with your interest in and feel for the fob. Don't monopolize the interviewer's time with your questions. but at the same lime, don't sit there and not ask anything. When you leave on interview, make sure you have a good understanding otthe job and its benefits to you. Here are some questions you can ask: DO ASK: 1. What are the responsibilities on the job? 2. What qualifications are you looking for In this job? 3. What type of person are you looking for in this position? 4. Where would I work? 5. What type of work would I be doing? 6. Who would I be working with? 7. Are there any special clothes or toots required for this job? B. What chance is there for advancement ... Increase in responsibilities and benefits? 9. What are the fringe benefits? 10. If I am hired, when would I start? 11. Do you otter a training program? DON'T ASK: -Here are a few questions we recommend not to ask in the first Interview. You can find out the answer to these your first day of work. 1. When do I get a raise? 2. How long do I get for lunch? 3. How many breaks are there in a day? -L How soon do I get a vacation? These questions make it seem like you are only interested in what you will be getting — which won't be the job if that's the impression the employer gets. TALKING ABOUT WAGES Waft for the interviewer to talk about wages. If he/she doesn't, bring it up at the end of the inter- view by asking, "How much does this job pay? If the Interviewer asks about salary, don't say, "Whatever you wont to pay me? A better answer is. "I would like to start at the going wage of someone with my qualifications and experience." or give a salary range ($1354150 per week) or an hourly range ($3.35.53.50 an hour) or what you would accept as a starting wage. CLOSING THE INTERVIEW - You should try to close this interview with a positive statement like, 'Thank you Mr./Mrs./ Ms. for the time you have spent with me. I feel I can work well for you, and I hope you will consider me when you hire." Always thank the Interviewer, receptionist or secretory, It Is a way of being courteous and a good way for them to remember you. -28- INTERVIEWING "TOUGH" QUESTIONS The following questions are frequently asked by interviewers. Answer them for practice honestty. 1. What can you tell me about yourself (don't write, just think about your answer)? 2. How do you spend your spare time? 3. What are your most valuable skills? 4. What is your major weakness? 5. What are your future plans? 6. Do you enjoy school? Why or why not? 7. Which class(es) do you like best? Why? 8. Which class(es) do you like least? Why? 9. What school acttvtties have you participated in? 10. What did you do in school that would help you on this job? -11. What work experience have you had? 12 Why did you leave your last job? 13. What have you learned from some of the previous jobs you've held? '14. What types of people do you enjoy working with 15. What have you done that shows your willingness to work? 16. What position are you most interested in? -Why do you think you can do this job? 17. Why do you want to do this type of work? 18. Why do you want to work here? 19. What to you know about us? M. What is your idea of a good worker? 21. Do you think the customer should come first? 32 How long do you expect to work? 23. What to you want to know about us? Youth Participant Handbook —29- REVIEW THESE TIPS FOR GOOD INTERVIEWING SKILLS Review these points often ... Theyll be your friend when needed. 1. Be on time. 2. Dreu property and neatly, a good appearance is Important 3. Try to relax and be at ease. Talk freely and naturally. 4. Be honest. forthright and frank 5. Be pleasant friendly, courteous. and tactful 6. Be confident but not conceited 7. Act and be mentally alert 8. Show enthusiasm. 9. Be a good listener. W. Stress -the strong points of your character and abilities. 11. Express willingness to work hard. 12. Display an active interest in both the company and the job. 13. Indicate that you get along well with people. id. Demonstrate knowledge of the job you're seeking. 15. Indicate interest in long range opportunity. 16. Remain flexible and open minded. 17. Do not smoke unless you are given permission. 18. Express your Interest or lack of It at the end of the interview. 19. Ask for the jobl Don't just wait until It Is offered. M. Consider sending a "thank you" -note even If you're not hired. Youth Participant Handbook —30- HOW TO KEEP A JOB Your first day on the job and all of the days thereafter require you to use many of the same skills and traits you have used to get :The job — dependability, initiative. organza- . lion. honesty, and getting along with people. Here are a few more things to keep in mind atter you are employed. • When starting a job, your first responsibility is to get to work on time every day. You have agreed to be there and your employer is depending on you. Remember to your employer, time is money. • Your first job is the first rung on the ladder to your career goal You can expect to run errands. empty garbage, chase otter left- handed monkey wrenches, keys to locks in short you will probably be doing the jobs no one else will want to do. If you do these jobs to the best of your ability, you will move up the company ladder more quickly. • In starting a new job. your first day may be difficult You have to learn both the general .routine and what is expected of you. Few people may have time to help you or talk long with you. • From your first day on, listen carefully to instructions and ask questions if you don't understand. • Expect to work by the rules Employers depend on you to do your job — if you don't you could be fired. There are very few employers who are as tolerant as schools • Your attitude is the biggest single factor which affects your job performance. Slaving a positive work attitude means know- ing that meaningful work has dignity, that the ' simple tasks are all important to the total job, and completing your assigned work is a source of pride. • Learn to take criticism in stride. Everyone makes mistakes ifs natural when starling out When you have made a mistake, don't try to hide it Instead. admit you don't know every- thing and try to do better next time. • Be polite and show your sense of humor. Work is easier when everyone is pleasant and cooperative. • Show some initiative! Don't always wait to be asked to do something. Demonstrate your willingness to do a good job by asking for additional work or doing what needs to be done. • For a day's pay, an employer deserves a good days work. This means completing all the assigned tasks even the unpleasant ones. • If you think your job is boring, first be cer- tain you have done all of your assigned work, look around for other things to do and do it. • Employers will appreciate a complete job. Always complete one task before going on to another. • Learn company policies that affect you and your job. • You are there first and foremost to get the job done, not to win friends or influence fellow employees • In getting the job done, a vital thing to remember is that your work may be interrupted by customers or the boss • Try to be good in your work. This means continually putting forth your best effort. Don't forger that the employer or company is there to sell a product and to make money. They will want you if they see that you will assist them in making a profit. . Youth Participant Handbook -31- ATTACHMENT 3 Employment & Training Program VORKSITE SUPERVISOR HANOBOOXU Employment Services of Weld County 1551 North 17th Avenue P.O. Box 1805 Greeley Colorado 80632 COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES EMPLOYMENT SERVICES OF WELD COUNTY 1551 NORTH 17TH AVENUE P.O. BOX 1805 GREELEY, COLORADO 80632 APPLICANT (303) 353-3815 EMPLOYER (303) 353-3800 "Dear Worksite Supervisor: Congratulations on your decision to join us in providing meaningful work experience and quality supervision as part of the Youth Employment and Training program. This will be the youth's first real job in many cases and your assistance in shaping their work habits and values cannot be underestimated. The goals and objectives of the Youth Employment and Training Program are to: * provide incentive through work experience for the youth to remain in or return to school; * provide work experience and other related employment activities in order to expose youth to the world of work, develop good work habits, set direction for formulating career goals, and improve their employability skills; provide youth with the opportunity to enhance their basic educational skills through a combination of remediation activities or academic enrichment; * improve their employability skills through classroom activities geared towards employment and employment seeking development; and provide a positive transition between subsidized and unsubsidized employment for the youth who do not return to school. Thank you for investing your time and interest in our youth. 'Ted Long Special Programs Coordinator nda L. Perez Director -Employment Services of Weld County WELD COUNTY'S YOUTH EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING PROGRAM 4'ORKSITE SUPERVISOR'S HANDBOOK Important Reference Information 1 Employment Information for Weld County Youth Employment and Training Program Worksite Supervisors 2 Youth Employment Technician 2 Youth Employee Classification 2 Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) 2 Worksite Agreement Changes (Modification to MOA) 2,4 Sample Memorandum of Agreement 3 Wages 4 Payroll Time Sheets - Evaluations 4 Payroll Procedures 6 Sample Modification to Memorandum of Agreement 5 Evaluation 6,7,8 Sample Payroll Time Sheet 9 Payroll Schedule 10 Workers' Compensation 12 Social Security 13 Other Fringe Benefits 13 Compensatory -Time 73 Overtime 13 -Reimbursable Expenses 13 Excused -Absences 14,15 Vacation 15 Other Leave 15 Child Labor Laws 15,16,17 Terminations 17,18 Non -Financial Agreement 18 Sample Non Financial Agreement 19-22 General -Responsibilities of a Supervisor 23 Checklist for New Youth Employment and Training Program 24 Orientating Youth 25 Training Youth 25,26 Job InstructionTraining26,27 Helpful Tips in Understanding Youth -Participants 28 IMPORTANT -REFERENCE INFORMATION Your Youth Employment Technician is: Your Youth -Employment Technician's telephone number is 353-3800. NOTIFY YOUR YOUTH EMPLOYMENT TECHNICIAN 1F: - A Youth -Employment and Training Program youth is accident. injured or involved in an - A Youth Employment and'fraining -Program youth is absent. A iparticipant reports that a check is lost, stolen, inaccurate or misplaced. - A termination -of the participant's employment appears warranted. - You or anyone at your agency has any complaints or problems with Youth Employment and Training Program participants. - You Lave any specific questions about your .worksite agreement, participants, -operating or payroll procedures, or require technical assistance. Worksite Supervisor Handbook Employment Information for Weld County Youth Employment and Training Program Worksite Supervisor I. General A. Youth Employment Technician During the Youth Employment Program, there will be a Youth Employment Technician assigned to the Youth Employee and the Worksite Supervisor. He/She will assist both the Youth Employee and the Worksite Supervisor with any problems that may occur. The Youth Employment Technician will also be responsible for collecting the Timekeeping Logs, distributing payroll checks, providing _Labor Market Information, and the monitoring of worksites. B. Youth Employee Classification The Youth Employee -will to classified as a temporary, part-time hourly paid employee_of the Weld County Division of Human Resources' Employment Services only _during the term of this agreement. Temporary, part-time employees of the Youth Employment _Program are entitled to a portion of the Division of Human Resources' fringe benefits. These benefits include Workers' Compensation and Social Security. The Youth Employee will be employed _for a limited period of time as -specified in the Memorandum of Agreement. C. Memorandum of Agreement The Memorandum of Agreement is a written contract between the worksite facility, the youth employee, and Employment Services of Weld County, that states the following: 1. The effective starting and ending dates that the youth employee will be employed at the worksite. 2. The hourly pay rate that the youth will receive. 3. The job title. 4. The worksite's name, address and the supervisor's name, title, and telephone number. 5. The youth employee's work schedule. 6. The youth employee's job duties. D. Worksite Agreement Changes: Modification to the Youth Employment and Training Program Memorandum of Agreement. 1. The original Memorandum of Agreement must be adjusted (modified) for the following reasons: Worksite Supervisor Handbook Esploymt and 3saining -Program. Memorandum of Agreement r@LOYKENT SEEVIas OF WELD COUNTY EFTwCTIVE DAIS or CCR1aaeT Weld County Division ofilumen Resources P.O. Box 1805 1551 N. 17th Avenue -Greeley, Colorado r80632 (303) 353-3815 From / / Month May Year Thru: / / Month Day Year Purpose: The amount, duration, tens -and mnditiocs of an -agreement of -services between the Plait Facility, Employee, and Employment Service. of Weld County are,aetablishsd So provide employment forJsligible participants. Modifications: This Agreement ry be modifiedIt any time with -the written consent of all parties. wags-stateesnt: The employes will be paid per hour according -to the Job Training Partnership Act -rules and regulations during the term of this Agreement, subject to the term and conditions described in Sim non -financial agreement. The employee snail be classi tied as -a temporary -employee of the Employment Services of weld County during the sere of YLis-Agrasemut. Source of Funding: 7rhe source of funding for payrotSy3aployment Service. of Weld County to thespiay's shall be She Job Traialog Partnership Act Program funds. The term of this agreement is -subject to the availabilitysf funds. Job Title: The employee will be working work Station Placement Facility Address City State days par -week Troia 3o (time) TOTAL -EOM Or _EXPLOYNENT PER MX: (specify bays) Zip The Employe. will 3s attending classes days per week _ work Station Address (if -different) (-specify days) From To Alternate work Site (in case of Sad -weather) (time) TOTAL SOURS OF MASSES PER Win: _Direct Supervisor's Name Title Statement of Work:(training outline of job duties) Telephone Sumter The Placement Facility, -Employee, and Employment Services of Weld County mutually agree to participate in the Work 3rparlance Training Program in strict accordance -with the term amitonditions herein specified. -Further, the parties mutually understand. agree, and-scknowledge receipt of all agremnt exhibits. Employee: Placement Facility: Name Placement Facility -Authorized Representative Address Title City State Zip X Placement Facility Employeesignature Date whits Copy: File Yellow Copy: Placmeent Facility Pink: Employes Worksite Suuervisor Handbook -3- X Designee Signature mploymemt Services Of Weld County X Data a. A change in employment must be specified including new dates of employment, work time, or job title/duties. b. A change in the worksite supervisor. 2. The Youth Employment Technician must be notified immediately when any change at the worksite occurs. Permission to change work schedules must be approved by the Employment Services of Weld County's Special Programs Coordinator before the Change takes pierce. E. Wages 1. The Youth Employment Program of the -Employment Services of Weld County agrees to pay the Youth Employee the specified hourly wage, which is -minimum wage as specified in the Memorandum of Agreement. 2. The Youth Employment Program Mill not provide the Youth Employee for salary or merit increases during the term of this Agreement. The hourly swage will -be minimum wage and will only be adjusted in accordance with federal and state regulations. 3. The Youth Employee will be paid only for those hours worked. Excused absences will not be -paid and cannot be substituted or made-up at another time. 4. Payment of the bonus for classroom activity will be dependent upon successful completion cf the requirements of the ONE component that the youth is enrolled into. This bonus will be given, if appropriate, at the end of the Youth Employment and Training Program. 5. The Youth Employment Program will pay the Youth -Employee for working at the worksite up to approximately thirty-two (32) hours per -week, as specified in the Memorandum of Agreement. F. Payroll Time -Sheets - Evaluations 1. The Youth Employee must sign in rat the beginning and sign out at the and of the work period. The Youth Employee Mill write down only the actual hours worked. (Lunch break will mot be included.) 2. The Youth Employee will not be paid in advance for hours not worked. Time sheets will be maintained daily from Monday through Friday by the Youth Employee and the Worksite Supervisor. 3. At the end of every second pay period, the Youth Employee and the Worksite Supervisor must sign the Payroll Time Sheet verifying the -hours which the youth worked. The Worksite Supervisor is not authorized to sign these forms for the Youth Employee. Worksite Supervisor Handbook EMPLOYMENT SERVICES -OF -WELD-COMITY IODIFICATION -TO -THE YOUTH DcLOYMENT-AND TRAINING PROGRAM MEMORANDUM OF-ACREDE1R Instructions: 1) -Only tie Employment Services of Weld County's Special Programs Coordinatormaay authorize Youth Employment Technicians to grant changes -to the Memorandum of Agreement. The Coordinator grill not authorize overtime or caegensetory time. 1Permission to grant changes to the gsmorandue df Agreement must be in -hand prior to the youth employee being allowed to start these changes. 2) In emergencv situations, changes to the -Memorandum of Agreement may be authorized verbally; however, written authorization must follow. 3) Each request fora change to the Memorandum Of -Agreement shell be approved/denied based on that instance only. -Approval/denial of any request does not apply to subsequent requests. q) C mplete the following sections(s) that applies and submit it to She Coordinator. The form wt11 be returned to the Youth Employment Technician, and distributed as listed et the bottom of the pogo. Youth Taiga oyesalane: -EFFECTIVE DATE OF MODIFIED CONTRACT F Monti any e4 ar JOB TITLE: The Youth Employee will be working days per ask Work Station (specify days) from to PlaeementWae:lity Address -City State Zip (time) TOTAL FOURS OF EMPLOYMENT PER WEEK: STATEMENT OF WORK: (Outline of job duties) Uric -station -Address (If different) A. B. Alternate Work Site (In ease et edverse-weather) C. Direct Supervisors Name Title D. E. elephone Number Extend Contract Through / / o� Mh aye ear Special Programs -Coordinator Approved: Denied: I understand that this -does not constitute overtime or a request for compensatorytime. This request is to adjust the Memorandum cf -Agreesent for the sections -completed above. Tooth Employee Date Youth Employment Technician Date laeaaent Facility assignee White Copy: Youth File Worksite Supervisor Handbook ate Yellow Copy: Youth Participant Pink Copy: 4'lsceaent Facility -5- 4. At the end of each pay period, the worksite supervisor will evaluate the Youth Employee's performance and review it with him/her. Copies will go to the Youth Employment Technician, Youth Employee, and the Worksite Supervisor. G. Payroll Procedures 1. Paychecks will be mailed to the Youth Employee by the Youth Employment Technician in accordance with the payroll schedule. (See page 10) 2. For the one pay period that youth are required to pick up their check, paychecks will not be given to a youth who does not have proper identification, which would need to be one of the following: a. Driver's License b. School Picture Identification Card c. An Authorized Picture Identification Card d. Signature Card authorized by the Summer Youth Employment Program 3. Social Security cards are not acceptable forms of identification. H. Evaluations 1. Evaluating Participant's Performance You are expected to observe and evaluate the competence, behavior, and performance of each participant you supervise. Youth want to know what is expected of them, how well they are meeting these expectations, and how they can improve. You can satisfy these needs by adequate performance evaluations. Youth are sensitive to criticism, so emphasis should be on positive reinforcement. Try to avoid focusing attention on incorrect elements in the participant's -performance. If necessary repeat the job instruction training cycle. Set high, but attainable standards, and praise improvement. 2. Performance evaluations can help you to: a. Let the participants know what is expected and how well these expectations are being met. b. Plan the -work better by being able to estimate what participants can accomplish. c. Determine training needs. d. Identify participants who need more information. Worksite Supervisor Handbook 3. Performance evaluation can help youth by: a. Letting them know how they are doing and how they can do better. b. Assuring them that good performance is recognized. c. Showing them that you are interested in helping them. 4. Six Basic Steps in Conducting a Performance Evaluation It is important that evaluations be systematic and planned so that it helps both you and the Youth Employment and Training Program participants. The six basic steps are as follows: a. Step 1: Determine how well you expect each participant to do the assigned tasks. Performance requirements describe the expected behavior and the quantity, quality, timeliness, and manner of performance. Note your expectations in writing. However, clearly described oral instructions are better for youth. The pertinent elements of performance are behavior, competencies, and work product. 1. Behavior includes: willingness to work, follows instructions, punctuality and attendance, cooperation, acceptance of responsibility, and response to supervision. 2. Competencies include those work maturity skills that are listed in the appropriate competency evaluation forms provided by the Youth Employment Technician. 3. Work Product is the actual work produced by the youth, whether it is a service for someone, or a product such as a repaired bench. The measures for a work product are both quantity and quality. Discuss your performance standard for this step with your Youth Employment Technician. b. Step 2: Discuss the performance requirements with the youth. During assignment and demonstration of the tasks, the work standards should be discussed with each youth. It is important that youth accept the standards as fair and appropriate. -While it is desirable to adjust standards to each youth's capabilities, beware of using greatly different standards for each youth. Worksite Supervisor Handbook -7- c. Step 3: Evaluate youth performance and work maturity. In your daily contact with the youth, observe their performanc-e and make written notes to help you recall what -has happened. Good and poor behavior or commendable and weak performance call for action an your part. d. Step 4: Evaluate youth performanceandwork maturity. During this work experience, the goal will be to assist the participant to achieve competency in work maturity skills. The supervisor's evaluation is most important in measuring the progress that the youth is making towards this goal. e. Step 5: Discuss the evaluation with each youth. Performance should be discussed with each youth at least every two weeks to provide timely feedback and appropriate reinforcement. As far as possible: 1. Pick a place and time where you can be alone with the youth with to interruptions. 2. Keep an eye on your target - improving behavior and performance and helping to achieve work maturity skills - not pinpointing poor performance. -3. Build on strengths, not weaknesses; praise whenever appropriate. 4. Encourage questions and interest in improving performance. 5. Listen for problems, difficulties and suggestions. 6. Don't argue about standards and level of performance or make embarrassing comparisons. 7. Encourage attempts to improve performance. f. Step 6: Take appropriate action. Evaluating performance is only useful to determine action to bring about improvement. Some such actions are: 1. Assist the youth in carrying out a self- improvement program. 2. Provide guidance, counseling, training and encouragement. 3. Change the youth's assignment. 4. Restructure duties and tasks to improve opportunities for development. 5. Recognize and reward high level performance. Worksite Supervisor Handbook PAYROLL TIME SHEET NAME: TECHNICIAN: SOCIAL SECURITY INUMBER: PROGRAM: PAY PERIOD FROM: TO: PER HOUR: Sun Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri Sat Hours Hours Hours Hours Hours Hours Hours Sun Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri Sat Hours Hours Hours Hours -Hours Hours Hours Sun Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri Sat Hours -Hours Hours Hours Hours Hours Hours Performance Evaluation Dresses Appropriately Gets Along With Others Shows Up On Time Attends As Scheduled Displays Positive Attitude Follows Instructions Completes Assigned Tasks "I hereby certify the hours worked are correctly reported." Employment Technician Signature "I hereby certify the hours worked are correctly reported." 5 = 100% Of Time 4 = 90% 3 = 80% 2 = 70% 1 = 60% Total _Hours: "I hereby certify the hours worked are correctly reported." Employee Signature Worksite Supervisor Signature NOTE: ALL SIGNATURES MUST BE PRESENT OR PAYROLL WILL NOT BE PROCESSED Worksite Supervisor Handbook -9- SUMMER YOUTH EMPLOYMENT PAYROLL SCHEDULE Fay Period Start/End 04-16-95 - 04-30-95 05-01-95 - 05-15-95 05-16-95 - 05-31-95 06-01-95 - 06-15-95 06-16-95 - 06-30-95 07-01-95 - 07-15-95 07-16-95 - 07-31-95 08-01-95 - 08-15-95 08-16-95 - 08-31-95 09-01-95 - 09-15-95 09-16-95 - 09-30-95 Date to Mail/Submit To Employment Services 04-30-95 05-15-95 05-31-95 06-15-95 06-30-95 D7-15-95 D7-31-95 D8-15-95 08-31-95 09-15-95 09-30-95 Pay Distributed D5-15-95 05-31-95 06-15-95 06-30-95 07-14-95 07-31-95 08-15-95 08-31-95 09-15-95 09-29-95 10-13-95 * All summer youth payroll checks will be mailed to the youths residence with the exception of one day which will be selected. NOTE: Youth will be required to pick their check up for one pay period during the summer. Youth will be randomly selected and will be notified of the date by their Summer Youth Technician. The youth will need a photo I.D. in order to receive that check. Worksite Supervisor Handbook Page 10 Laws nu. 1 -es On ic2e S Snes fl vs Worksite Supervisor Handbook -11- I. Worker's Compensation 1. All Youth Employees are covered by Worker's Compensation through the Youth Employment Program. Important guidelines for the Youth Employee and the Worksite Supervisor are: a. All injuries that occur during working hours and while on the jobatthe worksite must be reported immediately to the Worksite Supervisor. b. All injuries must be reported on the day that the injury occurs. 2. The Youth Employee and the Worksite Supervisor must follow the procedures described below: a. If an injury (regardless of how -minor) occurs during wor-k hours, the Youth Employee is directed to report that injury to the Worksite Supervisor on the day it occurs. The Youth Employment Technician should be contacted only if the Worksite Supervisor is not available. b. The Worksite Supervisor will then immediately call the Youth Employment Technici-an at 353-3800 to report the injury. If the Youth Employment Technician is not available, the Special Programs Coordinator should to contacted at 353-3-800. c. After the Worksite Supervisor notifies the Youth Employment Technician, the Youth Employee will be advised as to further procedures. d. If the youth refuses medical attention, he/she needs to state in writing that he/she declined medical attention. The youth needs to sign and Late this statement and give it to the Work -site Supervisor, who will then give it to the Youth -Employment Technician. e. -The Worksite Supervisor agrees to participate with Employment Services on further investigative procedures concerning a Worker's Compensation claim. 3. A Worker's Compensation claim may be denied if the Youth Employee goes to a private physici-an. The only exception -will be if the injury is severe enough to be considered life threatening and require the use of an ambulance. In such a case, the Youth -Employee will be taken to the nearest medical facility. Payment will not be paid for any Chiropractic services. 4. Before the Youth Employee is allowed to return to work, a written release is requited from the physician stating the Youth Employee tan return to work. Worksite Supervisor Handbook -12- 5. Failure to follow these established procedures and policies may result in the Youth -Employee's cl-aim and resulting medical expenses being denied. Also, if it is determined through staff investigation by Employment Services of Weld County and Weld County Personnel that the Youth Employee has fraudulently claimed an injury or illness under Worker's Compensation, the Youth Employee will be immediately terminated. J. Social Security The Youth Employment Program will provide Social_Security benefits for the Youth Employee. K. Other Fringe Benefits The Youth Employment Program -does not provide the following fringe benefits or payment for such benefits for the Youth Employee: 1. Health Insurance 2. Holidays or Holiday Pay 3. Sick Leave or Sick Pay 4. Life Insurance 5. Vacation Pay L. Compensatory Time The Youth Employment Program will not provide compensatory time or payment of such to the Youth Employee. The Worksite (Placement Facility) will not require the Youth Employee to work for more than the designated total hours of employment per week as described in the Memorandum of Agreement. The Worksite Supervisor cannot authorize the youth to substitute Dr make-up time while participating in the program. Any changes to the work schedule mint have written approval from the Employment Services of Weld County's Special Programs Coordinator. M. Overtime The Youth Employment Program will not provide overtime hours or payment of such hours to the Youth Employee. The Worksite (Placement Facility) will not require the Youth Employee to work overtime. N. Reimbursable Expenses The Youth Employment Program will not provide reimbursement to the Youth Employee for mileage, parking fees, lodging, or other expenses associated with the program. The Worksite (Placement Facility) will not require the Youth Employee to participate in duties which result in the aforementioned expenses. Worksite Supervisor Handbook -13- O. Excused Absences 1. Sick Leave The Youth Employee is provided two (2) unpaid sick days during the Youth Employment Program. These sick days may be for a scheduled doctor's appointment which the Worksite Supervisor must be notified 48 hours in advance or an emergency sick day which the Worksite Supervisor must be notified prior to or at the Youth Employee's report time for work (no later than a half hour after work begins on the day the _absence occurs). The Worksite Supervisor must notify the Youth Employment Technician of the absence on the day it _occurs. One additional day for sick will be allowed only if the Youth Employee or a member of the Youth Employee's _immediate family has a serious illness and requires the assistance of the Youth Employee. Failure to follow these procedures will result in immediate termination. Immediate family includes: a Youth Employee's husband or wife, son or daughter, father, mother, brothers, sisters, father-in-law, mother-in-law, brother-in-law, sister-in-law, grandmother or grandfather. Example of Excused Absence: If the Youth Employee _or an immediate family member is sick for three (3) consecutive days, the Youth Employee must obtain a physician's excuse for the days missed. The Youth Employee must notify his/her Worksite Supervisor prior to, or at the report time for work that day (no later than a half hour after work begins on the day the absence occurs). Failure to follow these procedures will result in immediate termination. No substitution or make-up time will be allowed. Another Example of -Excused Absence: If the Youth Employee is sick one (1) day and later within the Youth Employment Program is sick (serious illness) two (2) days in a row with a physician's excuse, the sick times will be excused. No substitutions or make-up time will be allowed. 2. Court Absence During the Youth Employment Program, the Youth Employee will be allotted a total of one (1) court day. The court appearance must have the prior approval of the Youth Employment Technician. No substitution or make-up time will be allowed. Worksite Supervisor Handbook -14- 3. Emergency Absence During the Youth Employment Program, the Youth employee -will be allowed a total of one (1) Emergency day. The Youth -Employment Technician may provide Emergency leave for -major transportation problems (applies only to those Youth Employees living outside the Greeley Bus System), child care problems (applies only for single parents), Eviction from housing, or to attend the _funeral of a member of the Youth Employee's 3mnediate family. Approval must be obtained -from the Youth Employment Technician. This must be alone prior to or at the report time for work that day (no later than a half hour after work begins on the day the absence occurs). Depending -on travel involved, the Youth Employee may be granted by the Youth Employment Technician, two (2) additional days leave without pay to attend the funeral of a member of the Youth Employee's immediate family. No substitutions or make-up time will be -allowed. P. Vacation The Youth Employee must notify the Worksite Supervisor of plans to take time off from work for vacation purposes. This -rust be done at LEAST one (1) week before the youth Employee's vacation begins. Failure to follow this procedure can result in termination from the Youth Employment and Training Program. The Worksite Supervisor needs to immediately inform the Youth Employment Technician if this violation occurs. Q. Other Leave The Youth Employee will not be provided any -other type of leave except as described under the Excused Leave. If a Youth Employee requests leave, the Youth Employment Technician must be immediately informed by the Worksite Supervisor. II. Child Labor Laws A. The Worksite (Placement Facility) Supervisor and the Youth Employee agree to observe all applicable current Child Labor Laws. The following information is commonly asked about Child Labor provisions: 1. HOURS - TIME STANDARDS - 14 AND 15 YEAR OLDS MAY NOT WORK: a. Before 7:00 a.m. or after 7:00 p.m. during the school year. Worksite Supervisor Handbook -15- b. More than 3 hours a -day on school days. c. More than 18 hours a week in school weeks. d. More than 8 hours a day on non -school -days. 2. OCCUPATIONS PERMITTED FOR 14 AND 15 YEAR OLDS: a. Office anti clerical work (including operation of office machines) b. Cashiering. c. Errand and -delivery -work by foot, bicycle, and public transportation. d. clean-up work, including the use of vacuum cleaners and floor waxers, and the maintenance mf grounds, but not including the use of power -driven mowers or cutters. e. Kitchen work, excluding electric knives, slicers, etc. f. Work in connection with cars and trucks, if confined to the following: g• 1. Dispensing gasoline and mil. 2. Car cleaning, washing and -polishing. Cleaning vegetables and fruits, wrapping, sealing, labeling, weighing, pricing, and stocking goods. 3. OCCUPATIONS NOT PERMITTED FOR 14 AND 15 YEAR OLDS: a. Operation or tending of hoisting apparatus or any -power - driven machinery. This includes power mowers, electric hedge trimmers, and power driven snow removers. Youth aged 14 and 15 must not operate this equipment in their job b. Occupations in connection with: transportation, warehousing, storage, construction, and manufacturing. c. Occupations in retail, 'food service or garden establishments. Work performed in or about boiler or engine rooms; work in connection with maintenance or repair of the establishment, -machines or equipment; -outside window washing that involves working from window sills and all work requiring the use Dof ladders, scaffolds or their substitutes; loading and unloading goods to and from trucks or conveyors. All occupations in warehouses except office and clerical work. Worksite _Supervisor Handbook -16- 4. OCCUPATIONS NOT PERMITTED FOR 16 AND 17 YEAR OLDS: a. Motor vehicle driving. -Exceptions: Incidental and occupational driving if the _child holds a State license valid for the type of driving involved in the job performed and the vehicle is equipped with a seat telt or similar device for the driver and each helper. Motor vehicle will mean automobile, truck, truck -tractor, trailer, semi -trailer, or motorcycle. b. ANY WORK FROM LADDERS, SCAFFOLDS OR EQUIPMENT EXCEEDING 10 FEET IN -HEIGHT c. Tower -driven woodworking machines. d. Exposure to radioactive substances. e. Power driven hoisting apparatus. f. Power —driven circular saws, band saws, and guillotine shears. g. Wrecking, demolition (including buildings). h. Roofing operations. This term will mean all work performed in connection with the application of weatherproofingmateriels and substances (such as tar, pitch, asphalt prepared paper, tile, slate, metal, or wood) to roofs of buildings or other structures. This term also includes all work performed in Connection with installation of roofs and -alterations, additions, maintenance and repair, including painting and coating of existing roof. i. Excavation operations. B. Should a Worksite (Placement Facility) be found in violation of the Child Labor Law, it will be subject to immediate review. The removal of Youth -Employees from the Worksite (Placement Facility) may result. Further, noncompliance with Child Labor Laws ran result in severe civil and criminal penalties. III. -Terminations A. Termination from the Youth Employment Program may happen for any of the following reasons: 1. Excused absences are exceeded; 2. Excessive tardiness or unexcused absences; Worksite Supervisor Handbook -17- 3. Not participating in the job duties outlined in the Memorandum of -Agreement; 4. Failing to show or call in late or taking an unauthorized day of leave; 5. Refusing to attend -an interview after being referred to an unsubsidized job; 6. _Fighting, stealing, using drugs or alcohol. Consequences: 1st time - Counseling Form 2nd time - Termination B. Immediate Termination -will result for the following reasons: Falsifying information on the time sheet or other :forms. 2. Failing to :Follow the correct sick leave or vacation procedures. 3. Non-attendance of requited classroom activities, or improper classroom behavior. IV. Non -Financial Agreement The Youth_Employment and Training Program's Non -Financial Agreement is a contr-act between the Worksite (Placement Tacility) and the Weld County Division of Human Resources' Employment Services of Weld County. It contains: A. The Worksite (Placement _Facility) Responsibilities B. The Employment Services Responsibilities C. Assurances D. Modification and Termination -Policies Worksite Supervisor Handbook -1-8- Employment and Training Program Non -Financial Agreement Agency Name This Agreement is made this day of , 199 by and between the Weld County Division of Human Resources Employment Services of Weld County, hereinafter referred to as "Employment Services", and the public or private non-profit agency entering into this Agreement by signature, hereinafter referred to as "Agency". WITNESSETH WHEREAS, Employment Services conducts the Employment and Training Program for eligible applicants; and WHEREAS, Employment Services provides activities for the eligible applicants under the Employment and Training Program, that can be defined as employment and training activities; and WHEREAS, the Agency desires to participate with Employment Services in the Employment and Training Program as a worksite and/or instructional training facility for the participants; and WHEREAS, the Agency and Employment Services desire to work together for the express purpose of providing work experience and/or instructional training for the participant. NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the implementation of these goals, the parties hereby agree to the following: A. Agency Responsibilities: 1. provide a productive worksite and appropriate period of time for work experience participants so the -employee may develop positive work habits and gain work experience. 2. Furnish all -equipment and materials as deemed reasonably necessary by the Agency and -Employment Services to ensure the continuing accomplishment of the program objectives - 3. Provide liability insurance coverage on the employee. Anyone who is on a special -work program is assigned to work under a company's name and, therefore, must be covered under the company's liability insurance policy. 4. Accept only the number of employees who can be utilized productively. 5. Not to replace regular full-time or part-time employees with employees under the Employment and Training Program. 6. Provide competent supervision, including adequate training, when the job requires the use of equipment and/or procedures which are unfamiliar to the employee. 7. Abide by all pertinent Department of Labor Laws (Occupational 'Health and Safety [OHSA], -Davis Bacon Act Child Zabor laws, etc.) The Agency agrees to contact the Special Programs Coordinator of the Employment and Training Program if any questions arise concerning specific tools or the Child Labor Laws. White: Case Manager Page 1 of 4 Yellow: Worksite Worksite Supervisor Handbook -19 Youth Em=ployment and Training Program Non -Financial -Agreement vehicles. The Agency agrees to contact the Special Programs Coordinator for the Youth Employment and Training Program if any questions arise concerning specific tools or the Chil-d Labor Laws. 8. Report to the Youth employment Technician the days and hours which the south Employee -has worked. The Youth EEmployment Technician will contact the Agency on the last day of the pay period to obtain the hours the youth -worked for the Agency during that time period. The Agency agrees to maintain daily time sheets which -will be made available to Employment Services or State staff for monitoring purposes. The pay:period are specified on the Youth Payroll Schedule -which is added hereto as Attachment A and is hereby made a part of this Agreement. 9. Grant the Youth Employee time off, for those hours deemed necessary and appropriate by Employment Services, for labor market information activities, monitoring acti-Pities, testing, counseling, ett. 10. Treat all Youth Employees in the same manner as other employees of the Agency, relative to such issues as safety and job performance. 11. Immediately contact the Youth E=mployment Technician -regarding any difficulties the Agency may have concerning Youth Employee's performance, absence or tardiness, and Workers' Compensation accidents. 12. Follow the process outlined -n regard to -Workers' -Compensation: a. if an injury (regardless of how minor) occurs -during work hours, the =Youth Employee must report his/her injury to the Agency the day that it occurs. The Agency should immediately contact the Youth Employment Technician or the Special Programs Coordinator, if the Youth Employment Technician is not -av-ail-able. b. The Youth Employment Technician shall inform the -Agency of the specific procedures to follow. If the youth refuses medical attention, he/she needs to state in writing that he/she declined medical attention. The youth needs to sign and date this statement and give it to the.Agency, who will then give it to the Youth Employment Technician. c. The Agency agrees to participate with Employment Services on further investigative report procedures concerning a Workers' Compensation claim. 13. Assure that all the Agency's worksites will abide by,written policies. 14. Not to substitute or allow the Youth Employee to make up time for time missed from -work. The -Agency agrees to report to Employment Services any changes in work hours, work site, supervisor, etc. 15. Participate in -any follow-up, monitoring, and evaluation procedures conducted or endorsed by Employment Services. 21-92--5034 Worksite Supervisor Handbook Page 2 of 4 -20- Youth Employment and Training Program Non -Financial Agreement 16. Inform Employment Services when any -worksite supervisor plans to be on vacation, sick leave, etc., and outline the alternative arrangements for supervision of the Youth Employee. 17. Not to do any of the following: a. promote or deter union organizing b. charge fees to the participants under this Agreement c. involve the participant in sectarian activities d. involve the participant in lobbying activities e. accept any kickbacks f. have any conflict of interest under this Agreement, including nepotism g. violate maintenance of effort B. Employment Services Responsibilities: 1. Provide the Agency with an orientation session outlining the specific procedures and polices the Agency will need to follow -as a wor-ksite. 2. Provide the Agency -with a copy of the general Memorandum of Agreement, provided to Youth Employees. This document must be signed by the supervisor and youth the _day the youth starts to work. 3. Refer, if available, the agreed upon number of Youth Employees to the Agency for work experience. 4. Pay minimum wage for the hours of work completed by the Youth Employee. 5. Provide Workers' Compensation coverage for all Youth Employees who are participating in the work experience portion of the Youth Employment and Training Program. 6. Handle all check disbursements to the Youth Employee. 7. Dismiss for cause, those Youth Employees who: are not participating in the job duties outlined by the Agency in the Memorandum of Agreement, which is signed by the Youth Employee; fail to show or call in if late or take an unauthorized day of leave, according to the procedures outlined in the Worksite Supervisor's Handbook. The Youth Employment and Training Program has the sole authority to dismiss a participant, -within the guidelines of his/her Memorandum of Agreement and the-Worksite Supervisor's Handbook, as -a-work experience participant. 8. Monitor attendance in conjunction with the Agency. 9. Assist the Agency, upon the Agency's request, in resolving any possible disputes with the Youth Employee. 10. Provide labor market information and other class -type activities for the Youth Employee. 21-92-5034 Page 3 of 4 Worksite Supervisor Handbook -21- Youth Employment and Training Program Non -Financial Agreement C. Assurances: 1. The Agency agrees that it is an independent contractor and that its officers and employees do not become employees of Weld County, and therefore are not entitled to any employee benefits as Weld County employees as a result of the execution of this Agreement. 2. Weld County, The Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, and its officers and employees shall not be held liable for injuries or damages caused by any negligent acts or omissions of the Agency, or its employees, volunteers, or agents, while performing Agency duties as described in this Agreement. The Agency shall indemnify, defend, and -hold harmless Weld County, the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, and its officers and employees for any loss occasioned as a result of the performance of this Agreement by the Agency, its employees, volunteers, and agents. 3. The -Agency understands that monitoring and evaluation of the performance of this Agreement shall be conducted by the Employment Services and the results provided to the Weld County Private Industry Council and the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County. 4. The Agency assures that it will comply with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1986 and that no person shall, on the grounds of race, creed, color, sex, or national origin, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits -of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under this approved Agreement. D. Modification: This Agreement may be modified at -any time by a written amendment signed by both parties. E. Termination: This Agreement may be terminated at any time by either party giving written notice. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have duly executed this Agreement as of the day, month, and year first above written. Weld County Division of Human Resources' Agency Employment Services of Weld County Youth Employment Technician Agency Representative 21-92-5034 Page 4 of 4 Worksite Supervisor Handbook -22- GENERAL RESPONSIBILITI-ES OF A SUPERVISOR In general, a supervisor's job includes many varied tasks. Some of these, and how they might relate to your Youth Employment and Training participants include the following: CLARIFYING the relationship to the youth employee's job with the activities of the other employees in the agency. IMPLEMENTING the terms of the worksite-agreement. ORIENTATING the youth to the overall worksite activities, the work to be performed, and the expected behavior. ON-THE-JOB TRAINING to help the youth gain skills and develop desirable work behavior. ASSIGNING youth tasks in line with their interests, capabilities, and growth patterns. PLANNING AND SCHEDULING work so that the -worksite -objectives will be achieved including weekly work plans. ORGANIZING the youth's tasks and materials so that coordination and cooperation can be achieved. DIRECTING the youth so that they understand what is to be done and can do it. MOTIVATING youth toward good work behavior and performance. COMMUNICATING with both the youth at your worksite and others who have impact upon them by listening and keeping all persons appropriately informed. SERVING AS A ROLE MODEL since youth will try to emulate an adult they look up to, particularly a work supervisor. COUNSELING youth with respect to career objectives and other program related matters. CHECKING AND CERTIFYING youth's time and attendance records. EVALUATING youth's behavior and performance and providing feedback to the youth. REPORTING to the Youth Employment Technician about problems and questions as required. SOLVING work problems that arise. Worksite Supervisor Handbook -23- CHECKLIST FOR NEW YOUTH EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING PROGRAM EMPLOYEE ORIENTATION Provide employee with a copy of his/her description, and make sure he/she understands it. Explain the work of the unit. Explain the organization and functions of the unit. Tell the new employee where and to whom he/she reports. Also where to report in bad weather, if it is a different location. Explain the work area layout. Show him/her elevators, restrooms, water fountain, emergency exits, etc. Discuss eating facilities, parking, etc. Introduce the new employee to other supervisors and co-workers. Indicate the positions and duties of each. Explain safety regulations; location of firefighting equipment, what to do in case of fire, accident, or other emergencies. Explain hours of work, punctuality, good attendance. Explain types of leave, including: when and made; person to telephone if sick. Discuss lunch and rest breaks, if any. to whom requests should be Explain use of telephone: local and long distance calls; personal calls, courtesy. Explain other rules and regulations (apparel, appointments, etc.) Identify availability of help, if needed. Provide working aides (samples, forms, handbooks, orientation materials, telephone book, etc.) Explain how to get supplies, equipment, property. smoking, personal manuals, procedures, repairs, etc., and how to care for Other items considered to be important for new employee orientation: Worksite Supervisor Handbook -24- Orientating Youth At first, the youth may feel out of place and not know how to behave. They may be confused about what is expected of them. It is up to you to make sure that they know and accept project objectives and rules. They must be informed of your expectations and the specific work they are to perform. Your orientation for youth should include: - Introduction to you and other workers. Description of worksite activities and objectives and how they achieved, including a general description of the weekly work plan. - Explanation of work rules and expected work behavior. are to be - Preparation for the specific job to be done, tasks and skills needed, how these will be acquired, and relationships with other jobs. - Description of your role as supervisor and counselor. Discussion of what youth can expect to gain from the program. Encourage and answer questions. If you don't know the answers, say so and find out and give the right answers. Training Youth Training is a major part of a supervisor's job, particularly with young workers. For these youth, learning skills and appropriate work behavior are primary program objectives. A successful trainer must: - Know and be able to perform the task. - Understand each youth's uncertainty and feelings about the task. - Motivate the youth to try to perform the task well. - Demonstrate and explain the elements of the task. - Let the youth perform the task, observe the performance carefully and provide positive reinforcement until the youth demonstrates competence. - Periodically evaluate performance and provide supportive feedback. Instructing young workers, individually or in groups, requires preparation. This is necessary even if you have a high degree of competence in the job. Worksite Supervisor Handbook -25- To get ready: - Have a when. timetable; know how much skill you expect the youth to acquire, by - Break down the job into specific tasks and each task into steps. - Identify key steps which require a new skill or are essential for success. - Pick out key points, such as worker safety or cooperation with other staff, which are particularly important for young workers. - Review the performance of each element of the task so that it is clear in your mind. - Determine what materials, supplies and equipment are needed to perform the task and make sure that everything is ready. - Check the workplace and arrange it just as you expect the youth to keep it. Job Instruction Training The following five -step instructional plan has been used in industry and government for more than 35 years to train millions of workers. If you understand it and learn to use it effectively, you will have gained a life-long skill. STEP 1. Prepare the Youth Employment and Training Program Worker Put the participant at ease. Describe the task and explain how it fits into the total job. Find out what he or she knows about the task and motivate the participant to learn to perform it well. Emphasize key points such as safety, contacts with the public, required accuracy, and coordination with other workers. STEP 2. Present the Task Perform the task element by element. Tell the participant what you are going to do and explain why. Show the youth how to perform the task, one element at a time. Stress key points. If danger is present, describe it and show how to avoid it. For example, if the youth will be expected to lift a heavy object, describe the danger of back strain and demonstrate the correct way to lift. Instruct clearly, completely, and patiently. Demonstrate no more than the youth can master at one time. Repeat until the youth understands and is ready to demonstrate. STEP 3. Try Out Performance Have the participant perform the task, explaining each key point to you as the task is being performed. Carefully note the participant's explanation and competency. Worksite Supervisor Handbook -26- STEP 4. Reinforce Competency Review the participant's performance, reinforcing appropriate behavior. Where he or she did not show understanding or appropriate behavior, redemonstrate. Do not focus on pointing gut what was unsatisfactory performance. Repeat steps 3 and 4 until you are satisfied. STEP 5. Follow Up Assign the participant to the regular task. Check often at first, then less and less frequently. Encourage questions. Worksite Supervisor Handbook -27- .i ....\✓ L.. �.. _.. .... _ tai �...� The following list may be useful in helping you better understand and deal with the youth participants. Of course, these general statements will not apply in all areas, but are offered as information which has been learned from previous Youth Employment Training Program experience. - Many youth have had exposure only to low-level and low -paid jobs and may react by resisting work experiences which have the same characteristics. - For many this will be their first work experience. They may have unrealistic ideas about work. Your opportunity will be to guide their attitude and behavior development. - Because this may be their first job experience, many will be testing their abilities and discovering their vocational preferences for the first time. - It is important not to undervalue any useful work; it is important that the youth understand the importance of their job and that by doing one job well can lead to a better opportunity to move into a more demanding job. - The work experience itself must be meaningful to the youth, thus enabling an increase in the youth's feeling of self-worth. - If the youth can understand the meaning and use of the tasks that they perform, they will be more likely to develop a positive attitude toward their work and it will help to create a better social climate in which the youth can learn from the work experience. - Be aware of the age differences among Youth Employment and Training Program participants; an 18 year old is probably more skilled and experienced than the 14 year old whose work experience is his/her first. You will probably need to offer more guidance to the younger, first time worker. - All youth, regardless of age, should be allowed to try out different tasks. - Every work assignment should have responsibility and challenge if youth are to develop good work habits. - The work experience should be a collaborative effort between everyone at the worksite: workers and supervisors, permanent and summer workers, youth and adults. - Youth respond positively to skilled and competent supervision, skilled and productive fellow workers, and to high work standards. - Rewarding achievement, expressing interest in a youth's performance and providing encouragement are effective and positive supervisory techniques. Ignoring or punishing poor work behavior and performance is not productive or effective. - Introduce new work elements or provide work counseling if youth becomes bored, indifferent, or dissatisfied. Notify your Youth Employment Technician if there is a consistent attitude problem. - When youth are well supervised, understand what they are doing, kept busy, given the proper equipment, and allowed to use free time constructively they will respond well. Worksite Supervisor Handbook -28- ATTACHIISIT 4 Exhibit 1 Youth Name: Pre-Emoloyment/eork-Maturity Pre -Post Assessment Form Social Security Number: Raton; Number: Conoetenev Statement: - Making C Decisions - The Youth demonstrates the capability in making career recisions by attaining 85% on the following indicator. determined by question and answer measurement procedures, and rating quality and quantity of responses. Instructions The youth should be scored on how well he/she performs these tasks related to making career decisions. Rater should review the youth's responses, and objectively score performance. (1 -yes, 0 -No). Indicators Score (1-01 Pre Post I. Youth states two personal values important in relationsnip to work 2. Youth states two personal interests in relationship to work 3. Youth states tno skills/abilities applicable to specific occupations 4. Youth makes a career choice based on the indicators above Points Possible 4 Total Points necessary 4 Proficiency (circle one): Yes No Pre -Gate Initial Post Assessment Date Initial Total Points Earned Comoetenev Statement, - Using Labor Market Information - The youth demonstrates the capability to use labor market information by attaining 100% on the indicators as determined by question and answer measurement procedures and rating quality and ruantity of responses. Instructions The youth should be scored on how well he/she performs these tasks related to labor market information. Rate should review the youth's responses, and objectively score performance. (1 -Yes, 0 -No). Indicator 1. Youth states two sources of information on employment opportunities 2. Youth are familiar with the processes of the local Job Service and can access the state job bank. 3. Youth identifies two employers by name and major function, service, or product who offer asployaemt in their chosen occupational area Score (1-5) Pre Post Pre -Post Assessment Page 2 4. Youth identifies two major employers by name and major function, service, product nno offer employment in the local area 5. Youth identifies two scnooL that train in their choset occupational area Points Possible 5 Total Points Nee essary 5 Proficiency :circle one): Yes No Pre -Date Initial Post Assessment Date Initial Total Points Earned Competency Statement: --Preparing Resumes - The youth demonstrates the capability of preparing a resume by attaining an 100% accuracy score on the indicators as determined by product review measurement procedures and rating the quality and quantity of resume. Instructions A presumptive need exists of the youth states that he/she never prepared a resume and continued rating does r need to occur. A score of "0" should be recored for total points achieved and the Presumptive Need should be marked yes. If the youth has a resume, the following review should be performed. Raters should review the youth's resume and objectively score performance. (1 -Yes, 0 -NO). Indicators 1. Neatness. Resume is free from wrinkles, crossouts, and smudges 2. Organization. Words and numbers within the text are able to be clearly read 3. Spelling and grammar are free from 4. Completeness. All Items are present 5. Positive communication. Everything is put in the possible light Score (1-51 Pre Post Points Possible 5 Total Points Necessary 5 Proficiency (circle one): Yes No Presumptive Need Yes No Pre -Date Initial Post Assessment Date Initial Total Points Earned Pre -Post Assessment Page 3 Comeetencv Statement: - Completing Applications - The youth demonstrates the ability to fill out an application sheet by attaining a 100% accuracy score on • indicators as aetermined by product review measurement procedures and rating the quality and quantity of application and a question end answer measurement. Instructions The youth should be scored on now well he/she performs on application. Raters should review the applieati: objective score performance (1 -Yes, 0 -No). Indicators 1. Following directions. Information given corresponds to questions asked 2. Completeness. Line items are fully filled out 3. Responses are free fray errors in spelling, grammar, capitalization, and punctuation 4. Application is neat. Free from wrinkles, crosscuts, and smudges Score (1-5) Pre Post Points Possible 4 Total Points Necessary Proficiency (circle one): Yes No Pre -Date Initial Post A Initial meet Date Total Points Earned Competency Statement: - Interviewing - The youth demonstrates the capability in interviews by attaining an 100% on the indicators as determined by as determined by observation neasuramens procedures and rating quality and frequency of actions. Instructions The youth should be scored on how well he/she performs in the intake interview. Raters should w the y actions and objectively score performance (1 -Yes, 0-Nol. Indicators Score i1-51 Pre Post 1. Appearance. Clothes are clean, not wrinkled, and comparable with traditional world of work dress 2. The youth states at least two specific reasons why he/she requires the program's services, and indicates a commitment to take advantage of such help, without probing by the interviewer 3. The youth asks at at least two questions related to the program for which he/she is applying Pre -:Post Assessment Page 4 4. The youth speaks in an articulate and understandable fashion 5. Eye contact. Participant ooes not stare, out periodically looks interviewer the eye Points Possible 5 Total Points Necessary 5 Proficiency (circle one): Yes No Pre -Gate Initial Post Assessment Date Initial Total Points Earned Competency Statements: - Work Maturity - The following competencies have been identified for the Work Maturity Competency: $6: The youth will demonstrate appropriate appearance oy attaining a 90% overall evaluation as measured by supervisor. and staff observations and bi-montnly evaluations. R7: The youth will demonstrate regular attendance at least 85% of the time as measured by supervisor and S. observation and bi-monthly evaluations i8: The youth will demonstrate being consistently punctual at least 85% of the time as measured by supervis, and staff observation and bi-monthly evaluations i9: The youth will demonstrate a positive attitude at least 85% of the time as measured by supervisor and s - observation and bi-monthly evaluations. #10: The youth will demonstrate good interpersonal relations at least 85% of the time as measured by superv- and staff observation and bi-monthly evaluations. f11: The Youth will demonstrate completed tasks effectively at least 85% of the time as measured by supervi. and staff observation and monthly evaluations. Instructions Clock those indicators that are applicable. Presumptive need will be considered for g 1 assistance in a work maturity competencies. Note or c,.—nte are necessary to explain and verify all indicators checks and . used to establish the assumption of across the board need in job keeping capabilities. Indicators 1. The youth has not worked full time for at least 90 calendar days with one employer, excluding goverment -funded programs to be verified -material in youth records. 2. The youth does not provide a written reeoe•endation from • previous employer to be verified by observation of events. 3. The youth has been fired from at least one job to be verified by material in participant records. Score Pre -Post Assessment Page 5 :cemented checks on two or more lines indicate that the youth is in need of overall assistance in all six maturity areas. If at least two lines are not checked, then we following indicators would be reviewed. 1. Youth is late for intake appointment and or interview with out acceptable mane and or has documented previous work, scnooi, or institutional record of tardiness with the last year. (Competency a6 - Punctuality) 2. Youth fails to arrive for or remain at intake appointment and/or interview without acceptable excuse, and/or has documented previous work, school, or institutional record of poor attendance within the last year. (Competency e7 - Regular Attendance) 3. Youth behaves improperly or disruptively during interview process, and/or has documented previous work, school, or institutional record of bad attitudes with the last year. (rompetency • 8 - Positive Attitude) 4. Youth inappropriately for appointments, and/or has documented previous norm, school, or institutions record of unacceptable appearance within the last year. (Competency t9 • Appearance) 5. Youth acts, discourteously or uncooperatively during intake/interview process, and/or has documented previous work, school, or institutional record of interpersonal relations problems withing the last year. (Competency 910 - Interpersonal Relations) 6. Youth -exhibits inability to fulfill requirements or finish (either reel or simulated) tasks during intake/interview process, and/or has documented previous work, school, or institutional record of tasks ccepietion deficiencies within the last year. (CompetencyIll - Completing Tasks Effectively) If more than two indicators are checked, then the youth is in need of specific assistance in that work auto competency area. NOTES: Instructions - Post Assessment C000stency attainment in the work maturity comeetency documented through participation in structured activites. d. tw..a.rttrj I certify that the above information is accurate and represents my rating of the participant's performance. ill occur when an overall 80% evaluation has b Rater's Signatures Dates SPECIFIC TRAINING OUTLINE OBJECTIVE/CRITERA LISTING Social Security Number: Participant Name: H O C 0 ro A U U 0 Training Site: 4) A T A 4) 4) U 4) L ro ro L 4) Y L U C C C 0 0 w 4) L Y 0 T U C U U w 0 L A CA C1 G Y ro 0 N C O E 4) v Y J O T • L 4) 4) C T 1' 0 C Q. A 4) 7 4) v A C • Y c T ro A Y Y 4) ro C C 4) A E E L 0 — L i 4) 0. T U 4- C O 4) 0 4) 0. E 0 U U w 0 4) 4) O Y VS N A I o C - 0 observation EVALUATION 4) Y ro 0 b 4) Y N 4 Not Yet Skilled PRE -ASSESSMENT Skilled 17 4) Y 4.) O O Z Y Y CRITERIA The participant will: OBJECTIVES IThe participant will be able to: Exhibit 2 4) U E L 1— th L 0 a N Y 0 T 4) A Y 4- 0 O C Y ro C E L 4) F` 4) 'D E N Y C 4) N 4) L A L C 0- e0 4) Y L 0 U U ro N C 0 ro E L O 4- 0 A ro 4) Y Y a r Y i) L O 0 EMPLOYER OR STAFF SIGNATURE: w has been discussed with me. N EMPLOYEE SIGNATURE: 21-89-4040 W C▪ J NAME: PAYROLL TIME SHEET TECHNICIAN: Exhibit 3 SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: PAY PERIOD FROM: TO: PROGRAM: PER HOUR: Sun Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri Sat Hours Hours Hours Hours Hours Hours Hours Sun Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri Sat Hours Hours Hours Hours Hours Hours Hours Sun Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri Sat Hours Hours Hours Hours Hours Hours Hours Performance Evaluation Dresses Appropriately Gets Along With Others Shows Up On Time Attends As Scheduled Displays Positive Attitude Follows Instructions Completes Assigned Tasks "I hereby certify the hours worked are correctly reported." Employment Technician Signature 5 = 100% Of Time 4 = 90% 3 = 80% 2 = 70% 1 = 60% Total Hours: "I hereby certify the hours worked "I hereby certify the hours are correctly reported." worked are correctly reported." Employee Signature Worksite Supervisor Signature NOTE: ALL SIGNATURES MUST BE PRESENT OR PAYROLL WILL NOT BE PROCESSED WHITE: FISCAL OFFICE YELLOW: CLIENT FILE PINK: EMPLOYEE COPY GOLDENROD: WORESITE COPY PLANNED PARTICIPATION AND TERMINATION SUMMARY SUMMER YOUTH YOUTH SDA CODE 1. Total Participants 180 a. Transfer from IIC Out -of -School 4 b. Transfer from IIC In -School 5 2. Total Terminations 180 3. Enter Unsubsidized Employment 2 4. Return to Full-time School 162 5. Other SDA Termination 6. Transfer/Co-enroll IIC 12 a. In -School 5 b. Out -of -School 7 PLANNED PROGRAM ACTIVITIES YOUTH I. Work Experience (JA) 180 II. Limited Internship (JB) 0 III. Basic Skills (BA)/Academic Enrichment 171 IV. OJT (EA) 0 pglw/wywty/wyetp 94 Attachment 6 Work Site Evaluation Form Exhibit 1 General Information: :fork Site: Report Date: Direct Supervisor: Cate of Visit: Note Changes in Comment Section: (Address, shifts, direct supervisor) Has this work site experienced a Workers Compensation Claim for the employee during the month? Yes_ No Describe accident and action steps to correct: 1. Is the Direct Supervisor knowledgeable of his/her responsibilities within the Program? 2. Is the worksite agreement/contract available? 3. Does it appear that there is sufficient productive work for the employee? 4. Review the time keeping procedures for the following:** a. Is a daily record kept for each participant's time and attendance? b. Does the record appear reasonable and accurate? c. Are the time records signed by the participant and worksite supervisor? 5. Necessary equipment and materials to accomplish the work task provided. 6. Alternate arrangements available for inclement -weather. 7. Is the participant operating any equipment? If so has the participant been instructed in the safe -operation of the -equipment and the required safety equipment to be used? 8. Does the work site abide by the applicable regulations, including non -displacement of regular workers, non-discriminatory activities? 9. Are any of the worksite activities recreational in nature?*** Far Below Below Meets Above Stand Stand Stand Stand Well Above Stand Not Observed * Comment on those areas rated below or far below Comments: standard Note any major issues/concern: Recommended action to improve the work site: Employment Technician: Comments/Review: Special Programs Director: *a Comm problems are: time filled in for days not yet worked; time filled in for participants absent; participants don't actually sign in when they arrive or sign out when they leave; all/many participants signing in/out at exactly the same time; blank or incomplete time sheets/cards are pre -signed or precertified; getting paid for lunch breaks, etc. Ties NOTE: Recreational work activities should be scrutinized. This work activity is allowable only if the individual participant(s) are supervising, training, instructing or leading non -participants in recreational activities. Exhibit 2 REMEDIATION SITE MONITORING Youth Technician Completing Monitoring Site Address Use the following questions as a guide to assess the adequacy and quality or the remediation site. Number of youth assigned to this site 1. Review the time and attendance keeping procedures for the following: A. Is a daily record kept for each participant's time and attendance? B. Does the record appear reasonable and accurate? Yes No (Common problems are: time filled in for days not yet attended; time filled in for participants absent; participants don't actually sign in when they arrive or sign out when they leave; all/many participants signing in/out at exactly the same time; blank or incomplete time sheets are pre -signed or pre -certified; getting paid for lunch breaks, etc.) C. Are the time and attendance records signed by the participant and instructor? 2. Does the instructional material appear to be adequate to meet the remediation needs of the participants? 3. Is there adequate instructional material for each participant? 4. Does each participant have the needed supplies for the class? 5. Is there a pre- and post-test procedure established to evaluate course progress? 6. Has a pre-test been administered for each participant, and have the scores been recorded by the instructor? 7. Have instructional tasks been effectively assigned so that each participant has continuous work 80% of the time? 8. Does it appear that the goals of the Basic Education component are being met? _- L.: J Exhibit 2 Yes No 9. Is there proper documentation for competency attainment? 10. Is there adequate supervision of the youth participants? Identify specific deficiencies NOTE: Corrective action must be taken immediately on compliance issues. If the issue can not be immediately corrected, the remediation will be suspended until corrective action is taken. If corrective action is taken and the deficiency is corrected, a follow up visit and formal monitoring must be completed in 1 week to ensure continued compliance. Exhibit 3 PARTICIPANT MONITORING INTERVIEW Youth Technician Completing Interview Youth Name Address Interview each youth assigned to the site. Use the following questions to ascertain whether participants are being adequately oriented, properly supervised and gainfully occupied in their SYETP activities. 1. Program Orientation. Did your supervisor/instructor inform you about: (check as many as apply) A. Work hours? B. Lunch time? C. Time and attendance policies? D. Hourly pay? E. Pay Dates? F. What to do if you have a problem or a complaint? G. What to do if you are injured while at the site? 2. Has the supervisor talked to you about job safety and the requirement to use safety equipment? 3. Do you feel that you are asked to do any unsafe tasks? 4. Do you understand your job duties? 5. Do you feel that you have enough equipment, tools or materials for this activity? 6. Have you had any problems with your pay? 7. Do you have any problems regarding this activity? Yes No 8. What happens if you miss -work, come in late or leave early? makeup time lose pay _ nothing _ don't know Identify any areas of concern NOTE: Compliance and safety issues must be investigated immediately and on the spot corrective action taken. If the issue cannot be immediately corrected, the activity will be suspended until corrective action is taken. If corrective action is taken and deficiency is corrected, a follow up visit and formal monitoring must be completed in 1 week to ensure compliance. P TTAC}11I Exhibit 1 SDA BUDGET INFORMATION SUMMARY (BIS) (Title II -B) SDA:Weld County SDA Period of Performance: From: 10-1-94po: 6-3-0-97 Title of Funds: II -J3 Year of Funds: PY 94 Reference Code: WE42B VAX #: Original Allocation $ 330.38_6 Transfer Out (-) 0 To: Titia Adjusted Total $ 330,386 COST CATEGORY TOTAL PERCENT Administration $ 49,5-57.90 15% Code Training and _Supportive Services $ 280.828.10 85% Code TOTAL $ 330,38-6.00 10D% pgle/eyecp/eyecp•ll Exhibit2 PROJECTED QUARTERLY EXPENDITURE FORM TITLE II -B EXPENDITURES 1st Quarter Projections 19-1 to12-31 2nd Quarter Projections 1-1 to3-30 3rd Quarter Projections 4-1 to6-30 4th Quarter Projections 7-1 to 9-30 TOTAL 94 94 95 95 95 95 95 95 ADMINISTRATION 0 2410.,88 24,108.77 21,694.89 48,214. TRAINING AND SUPPORTIVE SERVICES 5,808,49 12,225.62 122,256.19 104,222.08 244,512) 292,726. TOTAL 5,808,49 14,636,50 146,364.96 125,916.97 INSTRUCTIONS This form is to be completed using projections of actual II -B expenditures during the period 10/1/94 through 9/30/95, regardless of year of funds. Exclude funds expected to be carried -out Carry In 11,898.82 Carry Out 49,557.90 54 8 2 RTTACHMENT 8 EXPENDITURE AUTHORIZATION Signature Page Service Delivery Area Name: Weld County Address: P.O. Box 1805 City/State/Zip: Greeley, Colorado 80632 Program Project Name: Summer Youth Employment and Training Program VAX/: Ref. Code Period of Performance: From October 1, 1994 To June 30, 1997 The foregoing Expenditure Authorization has been reviewed and approved by the following parties and will be incorporated into the -Governor's Job Training Office/Service Delivery Area'Master Contract as an attachment. This signature page, when duly signed, authorizes the grant of funds by GJTO for the program/projects identified herein. LEO Signature Dale Hall Name (Typed) Title Da€1)21g5 Chairperson PIC CWair Signature u.� 114- l Elly t(tividad Name (Typed) L_SDA erector Signat re Linda L. Perez ame (Typed Title Date Chairperson Title Date Director Di a or ignat re Dat Name (Typed) Title (* This line to be completed by GJTO.) Hello