 Work Preference MatchThe Work Preference Match is an easy yet structured way for individuals to identify and compare their work needs, skills, interests, and desires to the realities of jobs. Individuals consider a broad range of 125 work-related factors, grouped by work tasks, environment, schedule, supervision, compensation, work culture, and social issues. After following some easy steps, test takers have a completed grid of their most important work-related preferences for use in exploring and deciding on careers. Identifying work needs and preferences prior to or as part of career exploration, job preparation, and the job search makes these processes realistic, targeted, and effective. This assessment uses “discrepancy analysis”—a side-by-side comparison of one’s needs and preferences to a career. Through this format, people make the connection between their skills, desires, and needs with the requirements of desired jobs. If discrepancies are identified, individuals can devise a plan to resolve them or look for other options. Discrepancy analysis is the primary way that vocational evaluators (professionals assisting individuals with disabilities in the career decision-making process) determine if the individual’s career choice is appropriate. The Work Preference Match provides an opportunity to observe a person’s commitment to making a good career choice and awareness of his or her situation. Useful with a variety of populations. 8th grade reading level but has been used with assistance by people with 5th-to-6th grade reading skills. Package of 25.
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