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ERA Chicago Figure Descriptions

Label: Figure ES.1: Impacts on TANF and Food Stamp Receipt
(This figure is repeated below as Figure 3.2)

This figure illustrates quarterly impacts on TANF receipt and food stamp receipt, each of which are displayed on separate line graphs for Quarters 1 through 9. The horizontal axis on each graph depicts each of the nine quarters relative to random assignment. The effects of the ERA program can be estimated by the difference in outcomes between the two groups. Asterisks mark whether these differences are “statistically significant,” meaning that it is quite unlikely that the differences arose by chance. The number of asterisks indicates whether the impact is statistically significant at the 1 percent, 5 percent, or 10 percent level. (The lower the level, the less likely that the impact is due to chance.)

On the line graph displaying impacts on TANF receipt, the vertical axis shows the percentage receiving TANF, on a scale from 0 to 100. As the graph illustrates, for both groups, the percentage receiving TANF declined from Quarter 1 to Quarter 9. In Quarter 1, the TANF receipt rates were 98.9 percent for the ERA group and 99.1 percent for the control group. By Quarter 9, the rates were 18.2 percent for the ERA group and 28.0 percent for the control group. In Quarter 2, the difference between TANF receipt rates for the two groups is statistically significant at the 10 percent level. In Quarters 3 through 9, the differences between the two groups are statistically significant at the 1 percent level, which is to say with 99 percent confidence that the ERA group was more likely to continue receiving TANF than the control group.

On the graph displaying impacts on food stamp receipt, the vertical axis shows the percentage receiving food stamps, on a scale from 0 to 100. The graph shows that food stamp receipt rates between the two groups were very similar over time. For example, in Quarter 1, the receipt rates were 99.4 percent for the ERA group and 99.1 percent for the control group. Over the nine quarters, the lines for both groups declined by about 13 percentage points. In Quarter 9, 86.2 percent of the ERA group and 85.1 percent of the control group were receiving food stamps. The difference between the groups is not statistically significant for any of the nine quarters displayed.

(back to Figure ES.1)

Label: Figure 1.1: Random Assignment Periods and Sample Sizes

This figure shows the random assignment periods and sample sizes for the Chicago ERA site. The figure reflects sample members who were randomly assigned from February 2002 to March 2003. An additional 114 people were randomly assigned from April to June 2003, but they are not included in this analysis.

The figure consists of a horizontal line that displays each month from January 2002 to July 2004. An arrow below the horizontal line is labeled “ERA Program Operations,” and it spans from February 2002 to June 2004. An arrow on top of the horizontal line that displays the months indicates that the random assignment period spanned from February 2002 to March 2003. During this time, 800 sample members were assigned to the ERA group, and 815 sample members were assigned to the control group. A shorter arrow shows the random assignment period for the survey sample, which spanned from September 2002 to March 2003. During this time, 368 ERA group members and 379 control group members made up the fielded sample, while 306 ERA group members and 292 control group members made up the survey respondent sample.

(back to Figure 1.1)

Label: Figure 2.1: Percentage of the ERA Group Who Completed an ERA Assessment, by Month of Random Assignment

This figure illustrates the percentage of the ERA group who completed an ERA assessment in each month of random assignment. Along the horizontal axis are the months, spanning from February 2002 to March 2003, and the vertical axis shows the percentage of the ERA group who completed the ERA assessment, on a scale from 0 to 100.

From February 2002 to June 2002, the line on the graph (which represents the percentage of the ERA group who completed an ERA assessment) falls from about 92 percent to just below 75 percent. The line then moves up in July, falls in August, and increases to 87 percent in September 2002. The line decreases from September to November, increases to December, and then drops to its lowest point in January 2003, at about 68 percent. Finally, the line increases from January to March 2003, with its end point being about 76 percent. Generally, the figure shows a downward trend in the percentage completing an ERA assessment over the months of random assignment, with some deviations in trend from month to month.

(back to Figure 2.1)

Label: Figure 2.2: Summary of How ERA Case Managers Typically Spend Their Time

This pie chart shows how ERA case managers in the Chicago ERA program typically spend their time. The chart shows that the case managers in this study spent a total of 39 percent of their time working with clients, of which 12 percent was spent in contact with nonworking clients and 27 percent was spent in contact with working clients. Case managers spent 61 percent of their time working on other activities besides client contacts, which included administrative duties (27 percent of their time), job development activities (7 percent), attending staff meetings (7 percent), reaching out to clients (6 percent), and other miscellaneous activities (14 percent).

(back to Figure 2.2)

Label: Figure 3.1: Impacts for Two Subgroups: Those With and Without UI-Covered Jobs Prior to Study Entry

This figure displays two separate bar charts showing impacts for two subgroups. One chart illustrates the impacts of the ERA program on total earnings in Years 1-2, and the other chart shows the impacts of the ERA program on average quarterly employment in Years 1-2. In both bar charts, the horizontal axis depicts the impacts for two subgroups: sample members who had a UI-covered job in the two quarters prior to random assignment and sample members who did not have a UI-covered job in either of the two quarters prior to random assignment.

The first chart shows the impact on total earnings in Years 1-2 for the two subgroups. The vertical axis depicts dollar amounts on a scale of $0 to $1,400. The first bar shows that the impact for the 902 sample members who had a UI-covered job in the two quarters prior to random assignment was $481. The impact for the 713 sample members who did not have a UI-covered job in either of the two quarters prior to random assignment was $1,315. Two asterisks indicate that this impact is statistically significant at the 5 percent level.

On the chart showing average quarterly employment in Years 1-2, the vertical axis displays percentage points on a scale of 0 to 7. The impact for sample members who had a UI-covered job in the two quarters prior to random assignment was 2.3 percent. For sample members who did not have a UI-covered job in either of the two quarters prior to random assignment, the impact was 5.8 percent. This impact is statistically significant at the 5 percent level.

(back to Figure 3.1)

Label: Figure 3.2: Impacts on TANF and Food Stamp Receipt

Figure 3.2 repeats Figure ES.1 above and is described identically.

(back to Figure 3.2)

Label: Appendix Figure B.1: Impacts on UI-Covered Employment and Earnings Over Time

This figure illustrates quarterly impacts on UI-covered employment and earnings for the ERA group and control group from Quarter 1 through Quarter 9. The figure displays two line graphs: one showing impacts on employment and another showing impacts on earnings. The horizontal axis on both graphs depicts each of the nine quarters relative to random assignment. The effects of the ERA program can be estimated by the difference in outcomes between the two groups. Asterisks mark whether these differences are “statistically significant,” meaning that it is quite unlikely that the differences arose by chance. The number of asterisks indicates whether the impact is statistically significant at the 1 percent, 5 percent, or 10 percent level. (The lower the level, the less likely that the impact is due to chance.)

On the employment graph, the vertical axis shows the percentage employed, on a scale from 0 to 100. In Quarter 1, the employment rates were 58.2 percent for the control group and 60.3 percent for the ERA group. The graph displays a decline in the percentage employed for both groups over the nine-quarter span, with the control group closely following the ERA group (by about 2 percentage points) until Quarter 7. In Quarter 7, the percentage employed in the control group fell to 50.1 percent, deviating from the percentage employed in the ERA group (55.9 percent) by approximately 6 percentage points. By Quarter 9, the percentage employed fell to 50.3 percent for the control group and 53.7 percent for the ERA group. In Quarters 1 and 2, single asterisks indicate a significance level of 10 percent. Two asterisks in both Quarter 7 and Quarter 8 indicate a significance level of 1 percent; in both quarters, the members of the ERA group were more likely (with a 99 percent confidence level) to be employed.

On the earnings graph, the vertical axis shows the dollar amount of quarterly earnings, on a scale from $0 to $1,600. The graph reveals that the ERA group’s earnings generally rose from Quarter 1 through Quarter 8. In Quarter 1, ERA group members earned $1,517; in Quarter 8, they earned $1,686. Earnings for the ERA group in Quarter 9 were $1,660. The control group’s earnings had slightly more variation over the nine-quarter span. Starting at $1,516 in Quarter 1, the control group’s earnings decreased and then increased in every other quarter. For example, in Quarter 2, earnings for the control group were $1,462; in Quarters 3 and 4, they were $1,556 and $1,504, respectively. In Quarter 8, the impact is statistically significant at a level of 5 percent because, as the graph suggests, the ERA group was more likely (with a 95 percent confidence level) to have greater earnings than the control group; this is the only quarter in which the earnings difference is statistically significant.

(back to Appendix Figure B.1)

APPENDIX C: BROCHURE 1

This is the first brochure presented in Appendix C. It contains a letter that has the “Employment & Employer Services, Inc.” logo on its header. The text of the letter is what follows:

Text:

Dear __________:

CONGRATULATIONS!! [high-lighted in blue] You have been selected by the State of Illinois – Department of Human Services from thousands of individuals receiving a TANF grant, to receive at NO COST [underlined and high-lighted in blue] to you, the services of our company that will help you make more [graphic of dollar bills] money and advance your [graphic of a man climbing a ladder] career.

The State of Illinois has asked our company, Employment & Employer Services (E&ES), to do this because for 20 years, we have been very successful at assisting people like you make more money by helping them get a better job with better benefits and a career with a future. WE CAN DO THE SAME FOR YOU!!!

And, while your cooperation with us is mandatory because you are receiving TANF payments from the State, we are absolutely sure you will love [graphic of three hearts] our services! To begin with, we will be calling you to arrange a meeting at your convenience to show you how we can help you make more money. At that meeting, you will be given a $50.00 [high-lighted in green] Jewel Gift Certificate [high-lighted in red, the word ‘Jewel’ is also underlined for the entire text to stand out] as a gesture of goodwill and friendship. We will also tell you about other valuable incentives that you can qualify for as a part of our services.

You will be hearing from us soon to arrange our get-together. That meeting will last no longer than 1½  hours. You may also be hearing about this program from your caseworker as a part of your re-determination of eligibility. We are working cooperatively with your caseworker to help you earn more money.

We look forward to meeting with you soon! To show that we are “FOR REAL” [high-lighted in blue], we are enclosing $10.00 [highlighted in green] in McDonald’s Gift Certificates [high-lighted in gold, McDonald’s is also underlined to stand out] and two CTA Transit Cards [high-lighted in purple and CIA is also underlined to stand out], which you can use for your appointment with us. We are also enclosing a brochure that describes our services.

Sincerely,

[graphic of children holding hands and forming a circle]

Your friends at E&ES

Revised March 25, 2001.  

(back to Appendix C: Brochure 1)

APPENDIX C: BROCHURE 2

This is the second brochure in the appendix. The actual printed brochure page would have two sides and for the ease of understanding, the parts have been added together in this narrative. The text that appears is as follows.

Text:

How can you earn more money and get a better job?

EASY! You have been selected by the State to work with Employment & Employer Services, Inc. (E&ES) to make this happen!

E&ES is a Chicago company in business for 20 years specializing in getting people better jobs that pay more money! $$$$$$$ [$ symbol’s are in green]

[graphic of a bag with the $ sign on it]

So what’s next? 

[graphic of a woman counseling a man]

E&ES will be in contact with you to establish a convenient time to meet and develop an acceptable plan to get you a better job that pays more money and offers better benefits. At the meeting, you will be introduced to a professional Career and Income Advisor who has helped hundreds of people like yourself to increase their earnings and obtain a better job.

All Active Participants Will Receive Additional Bonuses!

  • Jewel Gift Certificates
  • Clothing Allowances for Job Interviews
  • Transportation Reimbursements
  • Bus Passes

E&ES is dedicated to working with you because of the following reasons:

WHY ……..

E&ES believes that employment and career growth are the foundations for stability of the individual, family, and community.

WHAT WE HAVE DONE …….

Helped 42,000 Chicagoland workers in the past 20 years find new or better jobs.

HOW WE DID IT …….

Every day, over 2,600 Chicagoland employers use E&ES to fill their job openings. This service is provided at NO COST to you!!!

[graphic of a city outline with tall buildings.]

(back to Appendix C: Brochure 2)

APPENDIX C: BROCHURE 3

This is the third brochure in Appendix C. The actual printed brochure page would have two sides: one containing the addresses of E&ES locations and the other containing a regular brochure. For ease of understanding, their text is listed together as follows:

Text:

TO ENSURE THAT WE ARE FLEXIBLE IN MEETING YOUR NEEDS, E&ES HAS THE FOLLOWING 6 LOCATIONS: [in bold red text]

Employment & Employer Services Career Center
200 W. Adams Suite 1500
Chicago, IL 60606
(312) 629-5627

Southwest Illinois Employment & Training Center at Daley College
7500 S. Pulaski Rd. Building 100
Chicago, IL 60652
(773) 884-7000

The Mid-South Illinois Employment & Training Center
715 E. 47th St.
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 538-5627

Employment & Employer Services Career Center
17575 S. Kedzie Ave.
Hazel Crest, IL 60429
(708) 206-2318

Illinois Employment & Training Center in Cicero/Berwyn
2138 S. 61st Court Suite 301
Cicero, IL 60804
(708) 222-3100

The Westside Illinois Employment & Training Center
3500 W. Grand Ave.
Chicago, IL 60651
(773) 227-2047

WITH ONE VISIT, YOU CAN IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF YOUR LIFE!
YOU HAVE NOTHING TO LOSE AND MUCH TO GAIN!!
[in bold red text]

[graphic of a man running]

TRYING TO GET AHEAD IN THE INCOME AND CAREER RACE?

[graphic of a woman running]

[graphic of a symbolic person jumping a hurdle]

WITH ONE VISIT, YOU CAN BE ON THE FAST TRACK TO A HIGHER PAYING JOB AND WALK OUT WITH A $50 [$50 marked in green] JEWEL GIFT ['Jewel Gift' marked in red] CERTIFICATE

[graphic of a man with an envelope]

(back to Appendix C: Brochure 3)

APPENDIX C – BROCHURE 4

This is the fourth brochure in the appendix. It contains a bold heading with the text "win $50-$250!*". This bold heading is further divided into three sub-headings: about us, about you and us, and about winning. Below each heading (including the main one) there is some text describing more about the heading. After the headings are over, the printed page would have a perforation. Below the perforation is a scratch-off coupon with the heading "win $50-$250!". The text for everything in its order is given below.

Text:

Win $50-$250!*

You’ve been selected to take advantage of a new service that will help you make more money, get you a promotion, better benefits, or a new job.
Call today for an appointment. The ride’s on us.
Win up to $250 in gift certificates by bringing this scratch-off card when you come to Employment and Employer Services to meet your career and income advisor.

About us
Our company, Employment and Employer Services, Inc. has successfully placed over 42,000 people in career-developing positions throughout the Chicagoland area.

About you and us
You’ve been selected to participate in a unique, new employment program to develop your career path. Working with us, we’ll provide you with the tools, the time and the training you’ll need to succeed.

About winning
Winning is just an appointment away. Call your career and income advisor today at 312-629-5627 or 1-800-682-4883 and schedule your appointment! In addition to winning in our scratch-off game, you’ll advance in your career with our agenda of supportive services, educational opportunities and placement.

*Prizes range from $50-$250 in gift certificates from Target. Toys “R” Us, Jewel Food Stores. And everyone wins. Prizes not awarded if scratched before scheduled appointment.

[Perforation]

Employment & Employer Services Career Center bullet 200 W. Adams #1500 bullet Chicago, IL 60606

Win $50-$250!

Bring this card to your appointment and play the scratch-off game with your advisor to see what you’ve won!

You can win up to $250 in gift certificates by bringing this scratch-off card when you come to Employment and Employer Services to meet your career and income advisor. * Prizes range from $50-$250 in gift certificates from Target, Toys “R” Us, Jewel Food Stores.
And everyone wins! Prizes not awarded if scratched before scheduled appointment.

(back to Appendix C: Brochure 4)

APPENDIX C: BROCHURE 5

This is the fifth brochure in Appendix C. It has just one big heading "What Do You Want That You Don't Have Now?" and makes four points. The text is as follows.

Text:

What Do You Want That You Don’t Have Now?

  • More Money
  • Full-Time Job
  • Better Benefits
  • Promotion

[picture of several stacks of $100 bills]

[picture of a clock. The time is 11:55]

(back to Appendix C: Brochure 5)

APPENDIX C: BROCHURE 6

This is the sixth brochure in Appendix C. Its header is "Turn Your Job Into A Higher Paying Job" and "We Can Help!" It then points out the changes in positions that are possible. The exact text is what follows.

Text:

[graphic of stacks of $100 bills on top of each other]

Turn Your Job Into a Higher Paying Job

We Can Help!

Housekeeper TO Floor Supervisor

Child Care TO Teacher’s Aide

Teacher’s Aide TO Licensed Childcare Provider

Home Health Care TO C.N.A.

C.N.A. TO L.P.N.

Clerk TO Assistant Manager

Security Guard TO Security Supervisor

Cashier TO Customer Service Representative

(back to Appendix C: Brochure 6)

APPENDIX C: BROCHURE 7

This is the seventh brochure in Appendix C. It primarily illustrates with several graphics what a new job can get you.

Text:

Exhibit 3

There’s nothing a new job can get you except …

[Collage of several graphics for various items. The items include: cash, tickets, a man and woman holding a degree, a house, a car, a video camera, a teddy bear, a bicycle, a couch, clothes, books, a burger, and a woman holding a purse.]

Make it happen.

Hot jobs with instant referrals.
Comes dressed for an interview
Tuesdays beginning October 21, 9:30 a.m.

(back to Appendix C: Brochure 7)

APPENDIX C: BROCHURE 8

This is the eighth brochure in Appendix C. It is a graphic of an airplane taking off the ground to fly. There is some text on the top and bottom of the graphic. The text on top of the graphic reads "Sometimes Moving Up" and the text on the bottom of the graphic reads "Means Changing Jobs"

(back to Appendix C: Brochure 8)

APPENDIX C: BROCHURE 9

This is the ninth brochure presented in Appendix C. It is a newsletter that starts out with an artful heading that has a box containing the letters “E&ES” and then another box containing “Moving On! Employment Retention and Advancement.” Finally, the header contains an oval, inside which is “ERA Newsletter, August 2002.”

The heading of the main text is “ERA customers get better jobs, make more money!”

On the left margin is a quote that reads “E&ES has already helped many ERA customers find better jobs and make more money.”

The main text reads exactly as the following:

When Linda Conway met with Barbara Bouboutsis, her ERA Career and Income Advisor, she was a little skeptical about what the ERA program could do for her. Today she knows. By participating in the ERA program, she can get a better job and make MORE MONEY!

“Barbara stressed that everything would work out if I stayed focused on my goal of getting a job,” Linda said at a later interview.

And everything did work out. Barbara helped Linda with interviewing techniques, built her confidence, and gave her a job lead for the Corner Bakery where they hired Linda to do Food Preparation that same day!

[Picture of Linda Conway. The caption below it reads “Linda Conway outside the Corner Bakery.”]

Paula Fisher was recently promoted to Machine Operator at Kraft Foods, with a $2 an hour raise! The promotion was based on her quick learning ability and desire to grow with the company and help from Paula’s Career and Income Advisor, Pilar Trejo. Pilar helped her with developing employment skills and job counseling. The next step for Paula is to obtain her forklift license.

[Picture of Paula Fisher. The caption below it reads “Paula Fisher keeps her eye on the future.”]

On the left margin:

Inside this issue:

Find out about incentives     2
Free resources for you         2
Hot Health Care Careers     3
You’re Invited                     4

The second section header is “ERA customers get hot jobs and a hot dinner!”

The caption on the left margin says “The ERA program is funded by the Illinois Department of Human Services.”

[Picture of two women serving themselves food]

The text below the second header is as follows:

Several ERA customers joined their Career and Income Advisors for an after-hours career advancement workshop at the Adams Street E&ES office Thursday, July 25. The latest hot jobs were presented and followed by a discussion of how to land the good jobs with effective interviewing skills. The meeting ended with a dinner of mostaccioli. The event was an example of how CIAs try to work around their customers’ busy schedules.

(back to Appendix C: Brochure 9)

APPENDIX C: BROCHURE 10

This is the tenth brochure in Appendix C. It contains an invitation to attend a career fair. The exact text is as follows:

Mark Your Calendars
You are invited to the E&ES

Career Fair

August 22

9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

200 W. Adams
Suite 1500
Chicago, IL

[Graphic of people exchanging resumes]

Open only to job seekers who are part of the ERA program or other E&ES employment programs. Bring lots of resumes and dress for an interview. Hope to see you there!

(back to Appendix C: Brochure 10)

APPENDIX C: BROCHURE 11

This is the eleventh brochure in Appendix C. It contains the name and address of Employment & Employer Services.

Text:

Employment & Employer Services
200 W. Adams St.
Suite 1500
Chicago, IL 60606

Phone: 312-629-5627
Fax: 312-629-5630

Serving Chicagoland Employers and Job Seekers Since 1982

(back to Appendix C: Brochure 11)

APPENDIX C: BROCHURE 12

This is the twelfth brochure in Appendix C. It has lots of text and information. The following is what it says.

[Picture of Barbara Bouboutsis. The caption underneath reads “Career and Income Advisor, Barbara Bouboutsis, ponders a question at an ERA customer workshop at the Adams E&ES office.”]

Header 1: “ERA – The right job is right here! Here!”

Text: “Employment and Employer Services is offering you FREE services to help you get a higher paying job—with benefits.  We have hundreds of openings with companies all over             Chicagoland.  We will prepare you to get out of those unfulfilling jobs with low pay and status by providing you with training, education, and counseling for upgrades. “

Sub-Header: “You’ll be eligible for benefits!”

Text:

  • 367 customers are automatically eligible for incentives such as McDonald’s Gift Certificates and CTA bus passes under the new ERA program.
  • 189 active customers have already received $50.00 Jewel/Osco Gift Certificates
  • 125 customers have completed Career Investment and Advancement Plans to help them move up to increased wages and benefits
  • All active customers will receive additional bonuses:
    • —Clothing allowance for job interviews
    • Registration fees, tuition, and books at City Colleges or approved vocational training programs

Header 2: “Get ready to SUCCEED! Others just like you have done it.”

Text:

Mary Reynolds at Wyndham Hotel; Georgia Johnson at Briazz; Deonka Woods at Press Relay; Marcella Barry at Securitas; Tameka Jackson and Laura Norrett at R.E.M.; Shirl Goodwin and Joyce Lesley at White Hen Pantry; S. Burk, M. Rios and K. Horsford increased their hourly wages, as have many others.

Header 3: “Free resources at E&ES offices”

Text:

Do you need a place to learn and practice typing or basic computer skills?

Do you want to do an internet job search? E-mail or FAX an employer your resume?

Visit one of the Employment & Employer Services’ local and convenient office locations.  You can use our free internet service for job search, set up a free email address or take one of many on-line tutorials.  Locations include:

  • Adams Career Center, 200 W. Adams, Suite 1500, Chicago
  • Daley College IETC, 7500 S. Pulaski, Bldg. 100, Chicago
  • Hazel Crest, 17575 S. Kedzie, Hazel Crest 

Visit the center closest to you today. The centers are available Monday through Friday from 8:30 to 5:00 and at other times by appointment. Ask your Career and Income Advisor for details.

Side-note: “Opportunities are usually disguised as hard work, so most people don’t recognize them.” Ann Landers

[Photo of a woman on a computer]

(back to Appendix C: Brochure 12)

APPENDIX C: BROCHURE 13

This is the thirteenth brochure in Appendix C. It has lots of text and information. The following is what it says.

Heading 1: Health care jobs provide best career opportunities

Text:

Even in today’s tough job market, there are some jobs you can bank on. Many of these jobs are in the health care industry.

In the past year, positions in the following health care occupations have nearly doubled.

85% increase in personal and home care aide positions;

80% increase in physical and corrective therapy assistant positions;

80% increase in home health aides.

Not only are health care jobs plentiful, but they include good salaries, benefits, rewarding work, and opportunities of advancement.

To learn more about these jobs and opportunities they offer, read the descriptions below.

[Graph showing a medical position and the amount of earnings per year. The correlation is as follows: To $16,600 – Home Health Aide, To $17,600 – Physical Therapy Aide, To $18,500 – Certified Nurse Assistant, To $19,000 to $45,000 – In your future… Occupational Therapy Assistant, Certified Nurse Assistant, LPN, RN, Dental Assistant, … and many other great jobs!]

Side-note: Taking the next step is easier than you may think. With a little training, you can start down the path toward a better future for you and your family.

Side-note: “Always do your best. What you plant now, you will harvest later.” – Anonymous

Home Health Aide

Care for senior, handicapped or recovering patients in their homes. Tasks may include helping patients dress, bath, move around the house.

Salary range
$5.50 - $8.00 hr.

Training and certification
4-8 wk. Training program leading to certification.

Advancement opportunities:
Certified nurse assistant and licensed practical nurse.

Physical Therapy Aide

Work with physical therapists to help patients recover abilities lost through illness or injury. Care for equipment, supplies, prepare treatment areas.

Salary range:
$7.00 - $8.50 hr

Training and certification
9-week training program.

Advancement opportunities
Physical therapy assistants, physical therapists, medical assistants.

Certified Nurse Assistant

Provide nursing or personal care to patients in hospitals, nursing homes and private homes.

Salary range:
$6.50 - $9.00

Training and certification
120-hour basic training; Certification through performance and a written test.

(back to Appendix C: Brochure 13)

APPENDIX C: BROCHURE 14

  1. Current Job:

Growth Potential:   ____________________
Education:              ____________________
Benefits:                 ____________________

  1. What Do I Want to Change?

______________________________________________________
______________________________________________________
______________________________________________________
______________________________________________________

  1. Strengths or Skills:

______________________________________________________
______________________________________________________
______________________________________________________
______________________________________________________

  1. How Will I Accomplish This?

SHORT Term Goals:
______________________________________________________
______________________________________________________
______________________________________________________
______________________________________________________

LONG Term Goals:
______________________________________________________
______________________________________________________
______________________________________________________
______________________________________________________

(back to Appendix C: Brochure 14)

APPENDIX C: BROCHURE 15

This is the fifteenth brochure. It is mostly in the form of a form. It also contains a table with a header describing what kind of data is to be entered below it. Below is what brochure says:

Career Advancement Plan

Customer     ________________________________________________________

Barriers

 

 

 

Resources

 

 

 

Barriers

 

 

 

Resources

 

 

 


CIA: _________________________________________________________________

Supervisor:  ___________________________________________________________

(back to Appendix C: Brochure 15)

APPENDIX C: BROCHURE 16

Event

Incentive

  1. First Visit/Initial Assessment

$50.00 Jewel Gift Certificate

  1. Cooperating/Active Participation
    1. If working, then the ERA customer needs to have at least one phone conversation every week with their CIA.
    2. If not working, then at least 3 weekly face-to-face visits their CIA.
    3. Active Job Search
    4. Keeping all appointments/scheduled interviews
    5. Completed each segment of their CIAP  

$75.00 CTA Monthly Pass

or

$20.00 CTA Weekly Pass

  1. Enrollment into a GED Program
$25.00 Jewel Gift Certificate
  1. Enrollment into a Career Specific Vocational program

$25.00 Jewel Gift Certificate

  1. Attainment of GED

$50.00 Jewel Gift Certificate

  1. Completion of a Career Specific Vocational Program

$50.00 Jewel Gift Certificate

  1. Starting a Better Job and Working at Least 30 Hours Per Week For at Least 1 Week

$50.00 Jewel Gift Certificate

  1. Retaining the New Position for at Least 90 Days

$125.00 Jewel Gift Certificate

(back to Appendix C: Brochure 16)



 

 

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