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Ten KSA Competency Areas for Youth Service Professionals

Nov 16, 2016 Resources

Table 1: Synthesis of Competencies of Youth Service Professionals


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The Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act – An Overview

Nov 15, 2016 Resources

Overview of the ADAAA and its interpretation of the ADA’s definition of “disability.”

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A variety of young people prepared to work a variety of jobs.

By Youth for Youth: Employment

Learn job search tips from other young people, including how to disclose a disability and request accommodation at work and how to find mentoring and skill-building opportunities.

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KSA Professional Development Assessment for Organizations and Systems

Nov 16, 2006 Resources

A tool for organizations and systems to assess the knowledge, skills, and abilities of youth service professionals and create a professional development agenda.

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Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Assessment for Youth Service Professionals

Nov 16, 2006 Resources

This is a chart of competency areas to allow youth service professionals to assess their knowledge, skills, and abilities and set professional development goals based on the assessment.

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