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Methods of Conducting an Assessment
An assessment can be completed in a variety of ways. Some Third-Party Partners utilize assessment forms for client completion, while others allow the CFET staff to objectively assess the client in-person. Also, some Third-Party Partners contract with other related programs such as WIOA, One-Stop Career Centers, etc. or non-government agencies to provide a more comprehensive assessment. However, a comprehensive intake and employability assessment should be considered to identify client's service needs and barriers to employment.
Comprehensive Intake Assessment
A comprehensive intake assessment is the initial meeting with the participant during which the case manager gathers information to address the participant’s immediate needs to encourage engagement in CFET services. This includes collecting and evaluating information to identify a participant’s employment capabilities, interests, barriers, and supportive service needs
Employability Assessment
An employability assessment examines an individual's readiness for employment; assesses skills such as applied academic skills, interpersonal skills, critical thinking skills, and communication skills; identifies barriers to work; and highlights past work experience. Job skills assessments, which determine whether an individual has the skills appropriate for a specific job, may be included in the employability assessment.
An assessment can be completed in a variety of ways. Some Third-Party Partners use a one or two-page form that the client completes, while others allow the CFET staff to objectively assess the client in person. Some Third-Party Partners contract with other related programs such as WIOA, One-Stop Career Centers, etc. or non-government agencies to provide a more comprehensive assessment.
The following is a list of skills/knowledge that could be examined with suggested assessment tools.
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Conduct the assessment which includes an in-depth evaluation including, but not limited to:
| Assessment Area | Suggested Tools |
| Literacy Level | Standardized tests, one-on-one interview/observations (i.e. client’s ability to read and complete forms in case file) |
| Communication Skills (including English proficiency | Standardized test, one-on-one interview |
| Education | Questionnaire, resume or one-on-one interview |
| Employment History | Questionnaire, resume or one-on-one interview |
| Employment-Related Skills, Abilities, and interests | Questionnaire, one-on-one interview, or online assessment |
| Employment Barriers and Steps Necessary to Overcome Barriers | Questionnaire or one-on-one interview |
VSAS Assessment Data Entry
- Click the [Add New] Assessment[Add New] Assessment button.
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Complete all the fields in the VSAS Assessment window. If information is not available, enter N/A and click the [SAVE]. Use the Case NoteCase Note tab to expand on the Assessment.
Note: You will not be able to Save unless all required (*) fields are completed.
- The Assessment grey ribbonAssessment grey ribbon will show the name of the data entry staff and the date information was entered in the VSAS portal when entry is completed.
- Complete an IEP with incremental steps to help the participant overcome all identified barriers and support the participant’s strengths and goals.
IEP should include, but not limited to the following:
- Employment objective (should be consistent with assessment)
- Activities to be undertaken (i.e., E&T components) to achieve objective
- Tentative dates, times and locations for each activity
- Hours of activity required each week
- Services provided by agency (childcare, transportation)
- Statement of client’s responsibilities
- Signature of client and CFET Staff
Related Topics
Methods of Conducting an Orientation
Non-Education, Non-Work Components
Supervised Job Search Component