Most have an outside agency providing short-term/long-term job coaching
They have the continued support of the STAGES staff after being hired
Students can job train for 9 weeks (unpaid) before being hired
Tax incentives for employer
They are prepared for entry-level work and find this level of work satisfying
They are participating in a transition program (STAGES) that focuses on employability
issues and what makes a good employee such as:
Attending regularly and reporting on time
Calling in sick in advance
Learning how to get to work (all students receive Travel Training from a Hart employee
so they all know how to get from home to USF using public transportation
Keeping a work schedule
Staying on task and displaying initiative to remain productive
Grooming and hygiene; dressing appropriately; maintaining uniform
Following directions and/or asking for assistance
Practicing safety and using equipment properly
Working independently
Performing tasks accurately and as quickly as possible
Accepting criticism well and correcting errors
Working well with others and displaying a positive attitude