SANTA ANA WORK CENTER STEM YOUTH PROGRAM (3)

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Staff should go over what the participant's specific plans are going to be. Career Exploration/Vocational Assessment may take place at this time. (except for youth, this would have taken place at eligibility and during enrollment) Vocational assessment is the evaluation of a participant's skills and abilities related to securing and retaining employment. Often involves using specific assessment and evaluation tools. Attention should be focused on whether program participant needs short-term pre -vocational services such as the development of learning; communication; interviewing; punctuality, personal maintenance; professional conduct, and basic computer/keyboard training) as needed. For Adults only, an IEP should also be completed, outlining the course of services. WEX staff will help participant in accessing available services, which may include supportive services. D. Referral to Worksite Interview/Placement Appointment After identifying the best available position that meets the participants' needs, interests, and skills, WEX staff will assist the participant in selecting the best matching worksite. WEX staff will call the worksite to set up an appointment if requested by worksite on behalf of the participant. Worksite supervisor may interview participant if requested. Upon completion of interview, worksite supervisor will contact WEX staff to inform them of the results. WEX staff will then call participant to complete process. E. Personnel and Payroll Processing 1. WEX staff will meet with participant and provide him/her with a review of the Work Experience Program ( ie. number of hours allowed, rate of pay, when pay check dates are, and timecard procedures). 2. WEX staff will review WEX Handbook with participant. This handbook explains the WEX Program, paydays, payroll procedures, WEX staffs role, worksite supervisor's role, and participant's rights and responsibilities. Encourage participant to read handbook prior to work. 3. The participant is provided with a copy of the job description for the position he/she is filling. This provides the participant with the name of the agency where he/she will be working, the address, the phone number, the name of his/her supervisor and a job description. 4. Supportive Services such as bus passes can be made available at this time if they have not provided one already. Please review supportive services policy for more information. 5. Clearance to start is given when all paperwork is complete. The following forms are required to be completed before a participant is cleared to start. EXHIBIT A