Careers FAQ

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What are the employment requirements in order to complete the LDI program?
The High School Program requirement is to work 120 consecutive days and save $1000.00 of verifiable wages from the job through financial planning in order to earn a High School Diploma. For Post-Secondary students, almost all students hold down a job or volunteer internships throughout the program, and participate in financial planning by taking on certain personal expenses and establishing credit in their name.

Are there any restrictions on how many hours my adult child can work?
It varies from person to person and is dependent on how many hours in other program activities/responsibilities they are committed to. Typically, the average student works 15- 24 hours per week in addition to other commitments such as college classes, LDI courses, etc.

When will my son/daughter begin to search for a job?
Most students are helped to find service learning positions in the first trimester. This allows us to verify work ethics, obtain a local reference, and provide the student with an opportunity to sample an occupation of interest while giving back to the community. Usually the search for compensated employment begins during the 2nd trimester of the first year, and again is based on the individual.

Does LDI staff monitor and track a student’s “on the job” performance?
Yes, this is a requirement of the program to help determine how things are going on the job. Monthly tracking reports are sent to employers to provide feedback on performance and any issues needing attention.

What happens when a student’s job is in jeopardy?
LDI employment staff contact the employer and set up a meeting to discuss what we can do to implement strategies to assist in helping to enhance performance. In some cases, job coaching is recommended as a way to investigate performance issues and work through them to improve output to the satisfaction of the employer and student.

What kind of jobs do students typically obtain?
Some students will be assisted by job development staff in finding all sorts of entry level part time jobs for basic work experience. Other students may be placed in part or full time positions that are directly related to their career goals. Job placement in either category is based on their preparedness to enter the competitive workforce and the availability of desired employment.

Is there a dress code for employment related activities?
If so, what is the dress code? Your son/daughter will need appropriate clothes (business casual attire or business dress) for job interviews, school tours, mock interviews, job shadows, etc.