Work Habits

Working Safely       Working in a manner that prevents injury to self and others Reporting unsafe conditions Participating in health and safety training, as required Using and wearing all required protective equipment and devices

Teamwork       Working willingly with others Showing respect for the ideas and opinions of others Taking responsibility for his or her share of the work Contributing to the team effort by sharing information, resources, and expertise

Reliability         Being punctual Following directions Taking responsibility for his or her share of the work Using time effectively and producing work on time Acting in accordance with health and safety practices

Organization     Organizing work priorities when faced with a number of tasks Devising and following a coherent plan to complete a task Revising the plan when necessary to complete a task or to make improvements

Working Independently     Accomplishing tasks independently Independently selecting, evaluating, and using appropriate materials, tools, resources, and activities Using prior knowledge and experience to solve problems and make decisions

Initiative     Seeking assistance when necessary Beginning and completing tasks with little prompting Approaching new tasks with confidence and a positive attitude

Self-advocacy     Asking questions and seeking clarification, where appropriate Identifying and making use of appropriate resources and support when needed Being proactive regarding individual rights and responsibilities, where appropriate

Customer Service     Listening effectively to determine and meet clients’ needs Interacting positively with both co-workers and clients/customers Endeavouring to meet and exceed expectations Creating a positive impression of the company or organization

Entrepreneurship     Recognizing and acting on opportunities Showing perseverance Being innovative and creative Being versatile and resourceful Being versatile and resourceful