Developing Human Capitol Plan of Work

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Ballard County CES

Title:
Developing Human Capitol
MAP:
Income and Workforce Development
Agents Involved:
SD
MAJOR PROGRAM 1:
Positive Employability
MAJOR PROGRAM 2:
Financial Education - General
Situation:

The Kentucky Extension Community Assessment Statewide Report 2019 for Ballard County indicates that employee “soft/essential skills” training continue to be important issues within the county. Employers are having a difficult time hiring people with quality soft skills. They can find employees with technical skills and subject matter skills, but have been disappointed in their work ethic, team work approach, time management, dependability and attendance to work. Securing financial stability of Ballard Countians will help families thrive no matter the economic outlook. Through increased financial knowledge, families may be able to make wise financial decisions, increase buying power, avoid overextended credit, develop savings habits, and manage risks.

Long-Term Outcomes:
Intermediate Outcomes:
Initial Outcomes:
Evaluation:

Outcome:  Improved workforce communication

Indicator:  Number of individuals who reported the intent to utilize etiquette practices to improve verbal, written, and electronic communication practices (Communicating Effectively)

Method:  Pre/Post Evaluation

Timeline:  Following Positive Employability


Outcome:  Improved workplace listening skills

Indicator:  Number of individuals reporting increased levels of understanding in the area: how to utilize listening cues in conversation (Listening and Inquiry)

Method:  Pre/Post Evaluation

Timeline:  Following Positive Employability


Outcome:  Networking Skills

Indicator:  Number of individuals reporting increased levels of confidence in the area: participate in a productive business conversation (Networking for Success)

Method:  Pre/Post Evaluation

Timeline:  Following Positive Employability


Outcome:  Increased awareness of sound financial behaviors

Indicator:  Number of individuals who implemented at least one strategy to reduce expenses or manage money. Number of individuals who made a sound financial decision (regarding credit, budgeting, savings, and/or debt).

Method:  pre-post and self-reporting survey

Timeline: Following Money Habitudes workshops


Learning Opportunities:

Audience: Working-age adults and young adults preparing for the workforce

Project or Activity: 10 Soft Skills for Success

Content or Curriculum: Positive Employability

Inputs: FCS Agent, curriculum publications and resources, local employers and community leaders

Date: October 2021 – February 2022

Audience: Working-age adults and young adults preparing for the workforce

Project or Activity: Conveying Your Message

Content or Curriculum: Positive Employability

Inputs: FCS Agent, curriculum publications and resources, local employers and community leaders

Date: October 2021 – February 2022


Audience: Working-age adults and young adults preparing for the workforce

Project or Activity: Networking for Success

Content or Curriculum: Positive Employability

Inputs: FCS Agent, curriculum publications and resources, local employers and community leaders

Date: October 2021 – February 2022


Audience: Adults, young adults, and teens

Project or Activity: Money Habitudes Workshop

Content or Curriculum: Money Habitudes

 Inputs: FCS Agent, curriculum publications and resources, Money Habitudes cards

 Date: March  — May



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