PASSPORT TO ADVANCEMENT for Entry-Level Employees

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

“Passport to Advancement” is a comprehensive employee training and development program that aims to provide an opportunity for entry-level employees at Brigham and Women’s to build on their skills, and advance to higher positions within the hospital. The program consists of two tracks: 1) Administrative Career Advancement and 2) Pre-College

• The Administrative Career Advancement track utilizes Partners and BWH in-house trainings to strengthen an employee’s computer skills, customer service skills, and other critical professional skills.
• The Pre-College Track utilizes School at Work career development system. This system is a blended learning instructional model (DVD, Internet, Workbooks) that delivers education on-site at BWH. School at Work is a “bridge” program that prepares employees for better-paying jobs and for entrance to local community colleges.

Applicants will participate in a formal assessment.  Depending on the outcome of the assessment, and the participant’s career goal, participants will be recommended for the appropriate track.  The Career Coach will develop an individualized passport for each participant.  Courses start in September 2008, and end May 2009.

• Career Coaching/Educational Counseling
• Academic Assessment
• Career Awareness/Career Education
• Educational and Skill Development Opportunities
• Flex-time Arrangements
• Mentoring

• Must be employed at BWH for at least one year
• Must be in good performance standing (no disciplinary actions within previous six months)
• Must complete a BWH Workforce Initiative application, including:

1. A letter of recommendation from your immediate supervisor
2. A personal statement of at least 200 words (typed or neatly printed):  What are your duties and responsibilities?  Describe your perceived strengths and areas for improvement. Describe your career goals and educational objectives.
3. Final applicants will be required to participate in an interview process

ASSESSMENTS

This program requires employees to participate in a formal assessment as part of the screening process.

APPLICATION AND DEADLINE NOTIFICATION

The deadline for submitting an application is June 20th, 2008.  Employees will receive notification of their selection status in August.
All information should be submitted to Human Resources in one of the following ways:

• Interoffice mail or in Person:

  BWH Human Resources/Workforce Development
  741 Huntington Ave.
  Boston, MA 02115

• US Mail:

  BWH Human Resources  Satellite Office
  Workforce Development
  75 Francis St.
  Boston, MA 02115 Attn: Workforce Development
  

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