What is a School-Based Career Assessment?
Schools must provide a quiet, well-lit space (minimum of 10 ft. of open space and a space large enough for a table and two chairs, which face each other across the table).
- Each student spends approximately one day of one-on-one assessment time with the evaluator.
- The McCarron-Dial System is utilized to determine the overall functioning level of the student; however, students also have the opportunity to utilize a variety of additional work samples.
- A written report will be provided with recommendations to assist in the student’s preparation and transition to work.
Career Assessment at Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania (118 52nd Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15201 - Lawrenceville)
- The assessment will identify the student’s vocational interests, abilities, strengths and weaknesses.
- The McCarron-Dial System is utilized to determine the overall functioning level of the student.
- Allows the student to utilize a variety of additional work samples and experience simulated work activities outside the school environment.
- A written report will be provided with recommendations to assist in the student’s preparation and transition to work.
The assessment is typically four days, Monday-Thursday, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Schools must arrange transportation to and from our site. Assessments are provided with a staff-to-student ratio of 1:4. If more individualized attention is needed, a school-based career assessment should be requested.
Who is eligible for a School-Based Career Assessment?
Individuals must be enrolled in secondary education and referred through their school district.
Please Note the Following:
- When needed, the school will provide a one-to-one staff person for behavioral intervention or personal care needs.
- A NOTICE OF CANCELLATION is required 7 days in advance. Advance notification of cancellation is required; otherwise the school will be billed.
- Goodwill has a NON-RESTRAINT POLICY and it is not appropriate to refer a student who may be a threat to him/herself or to others.
Service Availability:
Assessments are appointment-based and are dependent on the availability of the participant.
Who to contact:
Adrienne Tolentino, Accessibility, Assistive Technology, & Assessment Coordinator
Phone: 412-632-1877
Email: adrienne.tolentino@goodwillswpa.org
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