Job Corps Center Readiness Back to the Basics:
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slide1. Job Corps Center Readiness Back to the Basics:<br>
slide2. Center Readiness: Are You Ready? Welcome Reception and Gift Bag
Name Placard on Dorm Room Door
Dorm Room Assignment and Dorm Room Key
Locker Key and Securing Personal Items
Linen and Fluffy Pillow
Ditty Bag and Personal Items
Student Electronic Handbook
Clothing Inventory Form
Student Schedule and Counselor Assignment
Parental/Guardian Calls for Minors
Student Mentor Assignment<br>
slide3. Center Readiness: Center-Wide Appeal Attractive Bulletin Boards that Teach
Organized, Clean, and Inviting Classrooms
Organized, Clean, and Inviting Offices
Organized, Clean, and Motivation Training Areas
Day One Approach Supporting Change and Retention
Daily Schedule, Structure, and Reinforcement
Positive Student Interaction Premier Lunch and Dinner Menu
Bulletin Board Messaging
Promote Safety
Bathrooms, Dorm Rooms, Classrooms, Cafeteria, Recreation Areas<br>
slide4. Center Readiness: Is the Center Clean? Welcome Center/Safety and Security
Health and Wellness Center
Receiving and Luggage Area
Dorm Rooms/Bathrooms/Showers
Laundry Rooms
Student Lounges
Computer Labs
Classrooms and CTT Areas
Cafeteria
Recreation Areas<br>
slide5. Center Readiness: Welcoming Students Address Students by their Names
Address Students as they Prefer
Provide Name Tags for New Students and Welcome Staff
Facilitate Introductory Activities to Support Socializing
Integrate SGA into the Welcome Process
Take Individual and Group Photos
Facilitate a Dream Board Activity
Projected Graduate Presentation
Dorm Leaders Overview of Social Development
Promote Safety – ZT, No Bullying, No Harassment<br>
slide6. Retention Strategies<br>
slide7. Retention Strategies that Help Students Stay! Effective Onboarding and First Impressions
Building Strong Relationships with Staff and Students
Early Identification of High-Risk Students
Early Action Plans to Support High Risk Students
Shorted Career Preparation and Early CTT Engagement
Customized Student Activities and Recreation
Females
Males
Adults
Gamers
Athletes<br>
slide8. Retention Strategies that Help Students Stay! Relevant Career Training and Academic Support
Strong Health and Wellness Services and Support/TEAP
Innovative Student Engagement and Center Life
Clear Career Pathways and Job Placement
Family and Community Engagement
Incentives and Recognition
Celebrating Big and Small WINS
Data-Driven Retention Strategies
30 Days
60 Days
90 Days<br>
slide9. Student Clubs that Work! Tech & Coding Clubs
CTT and Construction Club
Music and Band Clubs
Theater and Dram Clubs
Photography and Videography Clubs
Book and Digital Magazine Clubs
Scrap Book and Dream Board Clubs
Dance, Yoga, Wellness, and Outdoor Activities Clubs
Community Service, Green, and Leadership Clubs
Nail, Hair, and Makeup Clubs
NFL, MLB, NHL, MLS Talk Shows<br>
slide10. Center Activities that Work! CTT Competitions and CTST Project Showcases
CTT Uniform and Street Fashion Shows
Spelling Bees, Math Mania, and Writing Contests
Career Fairs and Mock Interview Events
Intramural Sports and Job Corps Consortium Events
Cooking Classes, Nutrition Workshops, and Beauty Sessions
Fundraising Events, Movie Nights, Theme Days
Spirit Week, Milestone Celebrations, Parent Days
Non-Residential Initiatives Supporting Family
NFL, MLB, NHL, MLS, WrestleMania, and NASCAR Talk Shows<br>
slide11. Meals for Retention<br>
slide12. Does This Make You Hungry?<br>
slide13. Does This Make You Hungry?<br>
slide14. Center Meals: Retention Strategies Best Dinner on Sunday – Boost Weekend Return
Best N/R Late Breakfast on Monday – Boost N/R Return
Best Lunch and Dinner on Monday – Boost Overall Return
Best New Student Luncheon on Wednesday – For Day-1 Retention
Best Lunch on Friday – Boost Week-Long Retention
Add Desserts to the Menu
Do Informercials about Your Food
Example: Cheese Steak subs loaded with spicy chicken, green peppers, onions, and dripping in cheese. Choose your toppings!<br>
slide15. Center Meals: Meal Ideas that Work Chipotle Bowls
Ramen Bowls
Double Cheeseburgers
Chicken Tenders with Lots of Sauces
Cheese Steak and Chicken Cheese Steak Subs
Carne Asada with Hot Takis on Top
Fried Whole Chicken Wings with Sauces
Overloaded Baked Potatoes
Vegetarian Bowls
Beef and Mac and Cheese<br>
slide16. Monthly Events for Retention<br>
slide17. Center Retention: Monthly Events Promote Quarterly Activities
Break it Down by Month
Make it Big!
Create Ways for Students To Qualify for Entry/Participation
Give Out Golden Raffle Tickets or Golden Willy Wonka Tickets
Make it Fun ---- Use Innovation and Great Ideas
Willy Wonka Ball
Black Tie and Sneaker Parties
Glow in the Dark Miniature Golf
Splash Parties
White Glove Meal Extravaganza
Movie Magic Night
Super Mega Bingo
Sweets Day Treat Day<br>
slide18. Social Media Tools that Work<br>
slide19. Using Social Media To Connect Social Media Platforms
Instagram, Facebook, Snapchat, YouTube
Promote It and Connect
QR Code It
Put It on a T-Shirt
Social Media Posts
Social Media Live
Success Stories, Videos, and Voice Overs
Songs About Job Corps
Communicate with Applicants
Text Back Systems
Email Strings
Voice Messages<br>
slide20. Supporting OA Teams<br>
slide21. Support OA Team: Center Tours Pre-Fixed Weekly Schedule – Day/Time
Prepare the Entire Center to Support the Tour
Add Center Staff and Students to Facilitate Tours
Add Value Along the Tour Route
Engage Projected Graduates in the Process
Ensure that CTT Classes and Training Provide Engagement
Add Community Partners or Employers at the End
Each Area Should be Ready and Prepared<br>
slide22. Conducting Center Tour: Focus On… Promote Zero Tolerance
Staff Appearance and Campus Appearance
Student Appearance and Wearing Student ID Cards
Review Strategic Bulletin Boards
Friendly Staff and Greetings
Strategic Campus Tour Route with Students
Academics – Engaging Lively Classrooms
Health and Wellness – Give Out Lollipops
CTT – Student Foreman Gives a Demonstration
Dorm – Model Room Tour
Cafeteria – Give Out Cupcakes and Show Off Menu
Recreation – Fun Activity
Hand-Outs<br>
slide23. Support OA Team: Center Info and Tools Morning Report – UA/RES/DID Alerts
Student Separations and OBS Needs
Waiting Lists for CTT
Projected Graduates with Job Placement
Employer, College, WBL, and Job Placement Linkages
High Risk Report and Case Note Alerts
CPP Graduations Dates
Graduation Dates
Monthly Student Awards Dates
High School Diploma Announcements
Community Relations/Workforce Industry Council Meetings<br>
slide24. OA Staff
and
OA Office Readiness<br>
slide25. OA Staff and Office: Open for Business Staff Wearing Job Corps Swagger
Warm Reception on Phone and In Person
Clean, Neat, Organized
Smells Great
Promotes Succes: Posters, Job Corps Ads, Materials
Job Corps Graduates, CTT Info, and Employer Photos on Wall
Professional Code of Conduct
Snacks and Beverages
WBL Students Providing Office Support
Computer/Tablet Access
Posters Promoting Non-Citizenship Enrollment<br>
slide26. OA Staff and Office: Ready to Do Business GSA Vehicles are Clean and Serviced
Staff Appearance is Professional
Trips Reports and Activity Reports are Thorough
Pre-Approved Outreach Calendars
Full Use of MyJobCorps – Current & Paperless
Working Cell Phones
Working Webcams
Full Use of Outlook for Planning and Scheduling
Flexible Scheduling with Accountability
Weekly Performance Meetings
Aware of Goals and Expectations<br>
slide27. Customer Service: From OA to Center Student Information, Needs and Support
Customer Service and Kindness
Student-Centered Approach
Customized Personal and Career Development
Accommodation Information
Goal Planning and Action Plans
Empathy and Understanding
Transition Needs
Preferred Name<br>
slide28. Provide Center Tools to CIS by Email CIS Morning Report – UA/RES/DID Alerts
CIS Student Separations and OBS Needs
CIS CTT Waiting Lists
CIS Projected Graduates with Job Placement
CIS High Risk Report and Case Note Alerts
Employer, College, WBL, and Job Placement Linkages
CPP Graduations Dates
Graduation Dates and Prom Dates
Monthly Student Awards Dates
High School Diploma Announcements
Community Relations/Workforce Industry Council Meetings<br>
slide29. Help the Conversion Process<br>
slide30. Prospect Applicant Arrival The Conversion: Prospects to Arrivals
The Evolution An Applicant is a person who formally expresses interest in joining Job Corps by submitting an application. A Prospect is someone who could potentially apply for Job Corps but has not yet submitted an application. An Arrival is the official day a new student comes to the center to begin their Job Corps training program.<br>
slide31. Thank You ARE THERE ANY QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS?<br>
slide32. Cecilia Arroyo, MTC
Jeff Barton, MTC
Anita Cardell, MTC
Roxanne Chin, Bizzell US
Nolyn Fueller, Horizons Youth Services
Brian Fox, ETR
Claude Johnson, Bizzell US
Jay-Len Roberts, Bizzell US BACK TO THE BASICS
Contributors “A Tool for the Job Corps Operator Community”<br>
slide2. Center Readiness: Are You Ready? Welcome Reception and Gift Bag
Name Placard on Dorm Room Door
Dorm Room Assignment and Dorm Room Key
Locker Key and Securing Personal Items
Linen and Fluffy Pillow
Ditty Bag and Personal Items
Student Electronic Handbook
Clothing Inventory Form
Student Schedule and Counselor Assignment
Parental/Guardian Calls for Minors
Student Mentor Assignment<br>
slide3. Center Readiness: Center-Wide Appeal Attractive Bulletin Boards that Teach
Organized, Clean, and Inviting Classrooms
Organized, Clean, and Inviting Offices
Organized, Clean, and Motivation Training Areas
Day One Approach Supporting Change and Retention
Daily Schedule, Structure, and Reinforcement
Positive Student Interaction Premier Lunch and Dinner Menu
Bulletin Board Messaging
Promote Safety
Bathrooms, Dorm Rooms, Classrooms, Cafeteria, Recreation Areas<br>
slide4. Center Readiness: Is the Center Clean? Welcome Center/Safety and Security
Health and Wellness Center
Receiving and Luggage Area
Dorm Rooms/Bathrooms/Showers
Laundry Rooms
Student Lounges
Computer Labs
Classrooms and CTT Areas
Cafeteria
Recreation Areas<br>
slide5. Center Readiness: Welcoming Students Address Students by their Names
Address Students as they Prefer
Provide Name Tags for New Students and Welcome Staff
Facilitate Introductory Activities to Support Socializing
Integrate SGA into the Welcome Process
Take Individual and Group Photos
Facilitate a Dream Board Activity
Projected Graduate Presentation
Dorm Leaders Overview of Social Development
Promote Safety – ZT, No Bullying, No Harassment<br>
slide6. Retention Strategies<br>
slide7. Retention Strategies that Help Students Stay! Effective Onboarding and First Impressions
Building Strong Relationships with Staff and Students
Early Identification of High-Risk Students
Early Action Plans to Support High Risk Students
Shorted Career Preparation and Early CTT Engagement
Customized Student Activities and Recreation
Females
Males
Adults
Gamers
Athletes<br>
slide8. Retention Strategies that Help Students Stay! Relevant Career Training and Academic Support
Strong Health and Wellness Services and Support/TEAP
Innovative Student Engagement and Center Life
Clear Career Pathways and Job Placement
Family and Community Engagement
Incentives and Recognition
Celebrating Big and Small WINS
Data-Driven Retention Strategies
30 Days
60 Days
90 Days<br>
slide9. Student Clubs that Work! Tech & Coding Clubs
CTT and Construction Club
Music and Band Clubs
Theater and Dram Clubs
Photography and Videography Clubs
Book and Digital Magazine Clubs
Scrap Book and Dream Board Clubs
Dance, Yoga, Wellness, and Outdoor Activities Clubs
Community Service, Green, and Leadership Clubs
Nail, Hair, and Makeup Clubs
NFL, MLB, NHL, MLS Talk Shows<br>
slide10. Center Activities that Work! CTT Competitions and CTST Project Showcases
CTT Uniform and Street Fashion Shows
Spelling Bees, Math Mania, and Writing Contests
Career Fairs and Mock Interview Events
Intramural Sports and Job Corps Consortium Events
Cooking Classes, Nutrition Workshops, and Beauty Sessions
Fundraising Events, Movie Nights, Theme Days
Spirit Week, Milestone Celebrations, Parent Days
Non-Residential Initiatives Supporting Family
NFL, MLB, NHL, MLS, WrestleMania, and NASCAR Talk Shows<br>
slide11. Meals for Retention<br>
slide12. Does This Make You Hungry?<br>
slide13. Does This Make You Hungry?<br>
slide14. Center Meals: Retention Strategies Best Dinner on Sunday – Boost Weekend Return
Best N/R Late Breakfast on Monday – Boost N/R Return
Best Lunch and Dinner on Monday – Boost Overall Return
Best New Student Luncheon on Wednesday – For Day-1 Retention
Best Lunch on Friday – Boost Week-Long Retention
Add Desserts to the Menu
Do Informercials about Your Food
Example: Cheese Steak subs loaded with spicy chicken, green peppers, onions, and dripping in cheese. Choose your toppings!<br>
slide15. Center Meals: Meal Ideas that Work Chipotle Bowls
Ramen Bowls
Double Cheeseburgers
Chicken Tenders with Lots of Sauces
Cheese Steak and Chicken Cheese Steak Subs
Carne Asada with Hot Takis on Top
Fried Whole Chicken Wings with Sauces
Overloaded Baked Potatoes
Vegetarian Bowls
Beef and Mac and Cheese<br>
slide16. Monthly Events for Retention<br>
slide17. Center Retention: Monthly Events Promote Quarterly Activities
Break it Down by Month
Make it Big!
Create Ways for Students To Qualify for Entry/Participation
Give Out Golden Raffle Tickets or Golden Willy Wonka Tickets
Make it Fun ---- Use Innovation and Great Ideas
Willy Wonka Ball
Black Tie and Sneaker Parties
Glow in the Dark Miniature Golf
Splash Parties
White Glove Meal Extravaganza
Movie Magic Night
Super Mega Bingo
Sweets Day Treat Day<br>
slide18. Social Media Tools that Work<br>
slide19. Using Social Media To Connect Social Media Platforms
Instagram, Facebook, Snapchat, YouTube
Promote It and Connect
QR Code It
Put It on a T-Shirt
Social Media Posts
Social Media Live
Success Stories, Videos, and Voice Overs
Songs About Job Corps
Communicate with Applicants
Text Back Systems
Email Strings
Voice Messages<br>
slide20. Supporting OA Teams<br>
slide21. Support OA Team: Center Tours Pre-Fixed Weekly Schedule – Day/Time
Prepare the Entire Center to Support the Tour
Add Center Staff and Students to Facilitate Tours
Add Value Along the Tour Route
Engage Projected Graduates in the Process
Ensure that CTT Classes and Training Provide Engagement
Add Community Partners or Employers at the End
Each Area Should be Ready and Prepared<br>
slide22. Conducting Center Tour: Focus On… Promote Zero Tolerance
Staff Appearance and Campus Appearance
Student Appearance and Wearing Student ID Cards
Review Strategic Bulletin Boards
Friendly Staff and Greetings
Strategic Campus Tour Route with Students
Academics – Engaging Lively Classrooms
Health and Wellness – Give Out Lollipops
CTT – Student Foreman Gives a Demonstration
Dorm – Model Room Tour
Cafeteria – Give Out Cupcakes and Show Off Menu
Recreation – Fun Activity
Hand-Outs<br>
slide23. Support OA Team: Center Info and Tools Morning Report – UA/RES/DID Alerts
Student Separations and OBS Needs
Waiting Lists for CTT
Projected Graduates with Job Placement
Employer, College, WBL, and Job Placement Linkages
High Risk Report and Case Note Alerts
CPP Graduations Dates
Graduation Dates
Monthly Student Awards Dates
High School Diploma Announcements
Community Relations/Workforce Industry Council Meetings<br>
slide24. OA Staff
and
OA Office Readiness<br>
slide25. OA Staff and Office: Open for Business Staff Wearing Job Corps Swagger
Warm Reception on Phone and In Person
Clean, Neat, Organized
Smells Great
Promotes Succes: Posters, Job Corps Ads, Materials
Job Corps Graduates, CTT Info, and Employer Photos on Wall
Professional Code of Conduct
Snacks and Beverages
WBL Students Providing Office Support
Computer/Tablet Access
Posters Promoting Non-Citizenship Enrollment<br>
slide26. OA Staff and Office: Ready to Do Business GSA Vehicles are Clean and Serviced
Staff Appearance is Professional
Trips Reports and Activity Reports are Thorough
Pre-Approved Outreach Calendars
Full Use of MyJobCorps – Current & Paperless
Working Cell Phones
Working Webcams
Full Use of Outlook for Planning and Scheduling
Flexible Scheduling with Accountability
Weekly Performance Meetings
Aware of Goals and Expectations<br>
slide27. Customer Service: From OA to Center Student Information, Needs and Support
Customer Service and Kindness
Student-Centered Approach
Customized Personal and Career Development
Accommodation Information
Goal Planning and Action Plans
Empathy and Understanding
Transition Needs
Preferred Name<br>
slide28. Provide Center Tools to CIS by Email CIS Morning Report – UA/RES/DID Alerts
CIS Student Separations and OBS Needs
CIS CTT Waiting Lists
CIS Projected Graduates with Job Placement
CIS High Risk Report and Case Note Alerts
Employer, College, WBL, and Job Placement Linkages
CPP Graduations Dates
Graduation Dates and Prom Dates
Monthly Student Awards Dates
High School Diploma Announcements
Community Relations/Workforce Industry Council Meetings<br>
slide29. Help the Conversion Process<br>
slide30. Prospect Applicant Arrival The Conversion: Prospects to Arrivals
The Evolution An Applicant is a person who formally expresses interest in joining Job Corps by submitting an application. A Prospect is someone who could potentially apply for Job Corps but has not yet submitted an application. An Arrival is the official day a new student comes to the center to begin their Job Corps training program.<br>
slide31. Thank You ARE THERE ANY QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS?<br>
slide32. Cecilia Arroyo, MTC
Jeff Barton, MTC
Anita Cardell, MTC
Roxanne Chin, Bizzell US
Nolyn Fueller, Horizons Youth Services
Brian Fox, ETR
Claude Johnson, Bizzell US
Jay-Len Roberts, Bizzell US BACK TO THE BASICS
Contributors “A Tool for the Job Corps Operator Community”<br>