This presentation links the importance of identifying personal passions and doing what matters most in life with career planning processes. It specifically addresses these issues for adults with hidden disabilities, but is applicable for anyone who is interested in making an informed career decision.

1. Young Adults with Hidden Disabilities and the Challenges They Face in Career Planning The Meaning and Importance of Personal Values in Determining Career Direction Rob Crawford & LDI student samples 2008

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7. Employment Statistics for Youth Out of School > 1 yr (NLTS2 Wave 3, 2005) Condition LD ED OHI Autism Employed 62% 42% 65% 37% Fired in last 2 yr 19% 30% 19% 21% Disclosed condition before hired 8% 15% 17% 54% Disclosed condition after hired 0% 2% 5% 9%

11. Time & Place: Why executive functioning skills are important Crawford 2008

15. What it feels like to live with a hidden disability Crawford 2008

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29. Perils of having a receptive language processing disorder Crawford 2008

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34. The Decision Problem Crawford 2008 Decision Problem What do I need to do to start myself off on the path of becoming successful in the field of animal services? Assumptions I will enjoy working with animals I can handle the stress I want to be a vet tech Triggers How do I choose a career? Will I be satisfied with my choice? Will I burn out from the stress? How will I support myself? Connections Choose a career that involves animals The stress will keep me on my toes I can make a decent salary as a VT

36. Decision Problem Crawford 2008 Decision Problems What steps do I need to take to see if a career in film is right for me? Triggers I know a lot about editing and filming I know people that work in the industry My parents are supportive of me Assumptions I will have to go to film school I will have to start as a “gopher” It may take a long time to find a job Connections I will need to live in LA I need a fall back plan The income will be small at first

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55. Job Requirements -Online Crawford 2008 Animal Kingdom Puppies N Love Animal Care Tech VCA Animal Hospital Vet Receptionist Arrow Service Group Hospitals Kennel Attendant Banfield Veterinary Assistant Tech Previous Experience required? Job experience or schooling is preferred but not required. Must be self motivated with the ability to work independently . Position named: Experienced Vet Receptionist, so some previous experience probably is required None None Qualifications needed Ability to lift 50 pounds * Bending and squatting MUST be able to work evenings, weekends and holidays with the longer shifts on Saturday Positive Attitude * Willingness to learn * Adaptability * Initiative High school diploma or GED. AD / BA preferred -Vet Tech license preferred -lift and/or move up to 50 pounds -comfortable around Pets Job training offered? Probably Possibly Yes Yes Testing on app? No Maybe Probably not No Work environment? Indoors, sometimes loud Fast paced, busy, fun Loud, smelly Loud, busy Salary Range $7.50 to $9.50/hour $8/hr 6.75/hour Unknown Benefits Offer health insurance and profit sharing 401K Retirement Plan, Health, Vision and Dental Insurance, Pet Benefits Unknown Discount on pet services, Health available Dress Code Company Shirt and own pants scrubs scrubs scrubs Work Shifts Full time, Part Time Full and Part Time Positions Tue, Thu, every otr Sat 10-3:30pm Third shift (Night)

61. Job Shadow Chart for Career in Sports Production Job Title Production Assistant NFL Network TV/Film Editor Fox Sports Storyboard Creator Fox Sports Grip 20 th Century Fox Producer 20 th Century Fox Salary 15-20hr, $20,000-50,000 50-95hr depending on experience $30,000-75,000 10-25hr Depending on difficulty of task $50,000-250,000 Depending on film, tv, music video Benefits Health, Vision, Dental 401K Health, Vision, Dental 401K Health, Vision, Dental 401K Health, Vision, Dental Health, Vision, Dental 401K Education Degree Not Required but Degree preferable Degree not required. Completion of Film School or Program Preferable Degree Preferable. Must have Art Portfolio Degree Not Required. Degree not required. Completion of Film School or Program Preferable Work Schedule Usually M-F. Filming may be on weekends Usually work a full day of shooting 10-14 hours 5-7 Days of the week Hours greatly vary 12,14,18 hour shifts, daytime, evening, graveyard M-F 9-6 Occasion weekends Usually M-F. Filming may be on weekends Usually work a full day of shooting 10-14 hours Anytime producer is needed to be on set or in the office Work Environment Lots of running around. Checking on Actors & Crew Long Hours. Can be strenuous Will Have to create lots of boards. May take a long time Must have physical strength. Be able to fix things or make quick solutions Overseeing crew, writing ideas, managing budget, rentals of equipment, hiring

62. Consequence Chart Crawford 2008 Objectives Jobbing.com Bryman Media Fox Sports Successful 2 3 1 College 3 2 1 Living 2 3 1 Happiness 2 3 1 Work Enviroment 1 3 2

65. Dealing with the “D” Word Crawford 2008

68. Which candidate has AS/NVLD? Crawford 2008

71. Risk vs. Reward Crawford 2008

72. Key Uncertainties Chart: Will my job make me happy overall? Crawford 2008 Outcomes I love my job all of the time I enjoy my job most or some of the time I do not enjoy my job at all Chances Not very likely Most likely Not very likely Consequences I don’t have any problems with my employer and I get everything I want (e.g. benefits, vacation time, good salary, promotions) Some days and tasks are better than others, but overall I enjoy what I do and get the things that matter most to me I despise every aspect of what I am doing, get nothing I want, and dread having to show up every day

75. I desire to create a world that will solve for others what I have struggled so much with myself [email_address] Crawford 2008