What is the purpose of a Cover Letter and a Resume?

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1 AND COVER LETTER

2 What is the purpose of a Cover Letter and a Resume? COVER LETTER RESUME FOLLOW UP INTERVIEW JOB OFFER JOB

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5 Resume Appearance 1 st impression - 10 second rule Legible: font size Uniform style: Be consistent Accuracy: spelling, punctuation, grammar Choose a style that is best for you Should look forward not backward Should be 1 page (unless 10+ years)

6 Resume Sections

7 Contact Information Can omit address or put partial information 1 professional address 1 phone number (professional voic message) JANE R. DOE 1234 Huntsville Ave Dallas, TX janedoe@gmail.com JANE R. DOE 1234 Huntsville Ave., Dallas, TX / janedoe@gmail.com JANE R. DOE janedoe@gmail.com

8 Summary of Qualifications Research job descriptions Industry Buzzwords Speak to the hiring manager Use short phrases Bilingual language skills Cultural experience Transferrable skills YOUR TOTAL PACKAGE

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11 Summary of Qualifications Social Work Counseling Federal State Regulations Disability Services Interviewing Clients Home Visits Maintaining Case Records Resource Allocation Patient Care Client Assessment Coaching Mentoring Mental Wellness Standardized Testing Behavior Management Departmental Liaison First Point of Contact Report Generation Public Speaking Cash Handling Non-Profit Organizations Bilingual - English & Spanish Customer Relations Team Leadership Event Coordination Fundraising Sponsorships Community Involvement Diversity Awareness

12 Education Degree Bachelor/Master of. Major/Minor Name of Institution Expected Graduation Date Relevant Coursework GPA (if 3.0 or above) Study Abroad Program Scholarships Class Projects

13 Education University of North Texas at Dallas, Dallas, TX Exp. Grad. Date: May 2014 M.Ed., Counseling GPA: University of North Texas at Dallas, Dallas, TX Exp. Graduation: May 2014 MEd in Counseling Relevant Coursework: Counseling Culturally Diverse Clients, Group Counseling Theories and Procedures, Counseling Theories, Family Counseling MEd, Counseling Expected: May 2014 BS, Human Services Management and Leadership May 2012 University of North Texas at Dallas Dallas, TX

14 Work Experience 3 5 bullet points (depending on length of job) Begin with action verb to emphasize your accomplishments Explain specific contributions to the team (hard data) - %, $, # Exclude phrases like Duties include: or Responsible for

15 Work Experience Assistant Manager Verizon Wireless, Dallas, TX May 2011 Present Trained 4 associates on cash register, selling techniques and meeting goals Increased monthly sales by 10% by demonstrating product knowledge Counseling Internship 5/2013 8/2013 Parkland Health & Hospital System Dallas, TX Performed client assessments and assisted with implementation of patient plan of care Developed directory of community agencies and services available for patients special needs Teller (Seasonal) Chase Bank Dallas, TX Handled various transactions daily and maintained a balanced drawer up to $10k Communicated bank services to meet customers individual needs

16 Additional Information Awards / Honors Certifications Student Organizations Extra-curricular Activities Scholarships Volunteer Work Be prepared to elaborate on activities

17 YOU ARE NOT DONE UNTIL YOU HAVE ANSWERED YES TO THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS: Is my resume visually appealing? Did I tailor my resume for the specific job? Did I used my 10 seconds wisely? Am I telling the truth and prepared to explain gaps? Has my resume been critiqued by professionals? Am I completely satisfied and confident with my resume? Would I interview myself based on my resume?

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19 Cover Letter Formal business letter Tailor your cover letter for each job Let them know you want their position Expound on your experiences and qualifications Prove that you ve done your research Show a little bit of personality *** Copy and paste your cover letter directly into the body of the when sending to employers ***

20 Cover Letter Format Your Contact Information Date Name/Information of Person Addressing Letter To Salutation Dear Mr. Jones: Three Paragraphs #1 Introductory statement, specific position, company research, UNT Dallas information #2 Sell yourself skills, experience, campus involvement, internships, knowledge gained, show personality #3 Thank you, interview, follow up Closing

21 P.O. Box Dallas, TX January 5, 2014 Mr. John Smith Parkland Health & Hospital System Dallas, TX Dear Mr. Smith, The opportunity to inspire clients is what I want to do right now and your hospital is very close to my house. This is why I am applying for your position as a Case Worker. Upon doing research of your hospital, I was pleased to learn y all handle business. My mother and grandmother are both case workers so I feel that it is in my genes. I m currently attending UNT and will be graduating in May. What I bring to the position that may be unique is my experience working with different groups of clients. I ve had a lot of experience that has prepared me for this position. I will work hard to develop mutual respect from everyone. My resume is enclosed and I believe I would be a good match as the sign on the outside your building is in purple letters and that has always been my favorite color! I do not believe that this is a coincidence. Thank you for taking the time to review my qualifications. I will stop by on Monday before lunch to interview with you and talk more about this opportunity. You may also contact me at the information given above. Have a fantastic day! Your friend, Jane Doe

22 January 5, 2014 P.O. Box Dallas, TX 75241? Mr. John Smith Parkland Health & Hospital System Dallas, TX Dear Mr. Smith, The opportunity to inspire clients is what I want to do right now and your hospital is very close to my house. This is why I am applying for your position as a Case Worker. Upon doing research of your hospital, I was pleased to learn y all handle business. My mother and grandmother are both case workers so I feel that it is in my genes. I m currently attending UNT and will be graduating in May. What I bring to the position that may be unique is my experience working with different groups of clients. I ve had a lot of experience that has prepared me for this position. I will work hard to develop mutual respect from everyone. (more details) My resume is enclosed and I believe I would be a good match as the sign on the outside your building is in purple letters and that has always been my favorite color! I do not believe that this is a coincidence. Thank you for taking the time to review my qualifications. I will stop by on Monday before lunch to interview with you and talk more about this opportunity. You may also contact me at the information given above. Have a fantastic day! Your friend, Jane Doe

23 January 5, 2014 P.O. Box Dallas, TX (214) Mr. John Smith Case Manager Parkland Health & Hospital System 5201 Harry Hines Blvd. Dallas, TX Dear Mr. Smith: The opportunity to inspire clients to reach their full potential is an exciting one that I feel very qualified for and fully able to perform. This is why I am applying for your Case Worker position. Upon doing research of Parkland Health & Hospital System, I was pleased to learn about your mission: "Dedicated to the health and well-being of individuals and communities entrusted to our care.. My personal goal is to assist clients from all backgrounds with mental health and well-being. I am currently attending the University of North Texas at Dallas. I will be graduating in May 2014 with a Master s degree in Counseling. I m confident I can very quickly become a valuable member of your team. What I bring to the position that may be unique is my experience working with different groups of clients. My work history has given me the opportunity to conduct clinical interviews, perform client assessments and develop a plan of care for individual patients. In my current role, I coordinate medical and rehabilitative services for injured parties. This involves assessing barriers to recovery, determining goals, and identifying potential alternatives to care. This has increased my passion to work as an advocate to promote the client s best interest while offering quality and cost effective health care and rehabilitative services. I take the responsibilities of a Case Worker very seriously and will work hard to develop mutual respect from the staff and community I serve. As my resume indicates I am bilingual (English/Spanish) and I believe I would be a good match as I am accustomed to working with diverse populations. Thank you for taking the time to review my qualifications. I look forward to meeting with you for an interview to talk more about this opportunity and how I can benefit your hospital. You may also contact me at the number given above anytime after 11:00 am. Sincerely, Jane Doe

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