Obligations at work
Young employees often view work as a means to funding their lifestyle. This is especially true if the job is a part time job or one that has no bearing on their future career or aspirations. However, all jobs are important in developing a work ethic, and the time they spend with any employer gives them exposure to expectations in any workplace.
Here are some tips to help your child or young person you represent get the most of their time at work:
- Look at their rosters and help them work out how to get to work on time. Stress the importance of turning up to work when required, and that by not turning up to work they are inconveniencing not only their employer but their colleagues also who may have to pick up extra work.
- Talk to them about behaviour in general and respect for others, especially their supervisors.
- Make them aware that workplaces are a place where professionalism and responsibility are expected, regardless of the type of job they are performing.
- Talk about issues like consequences for mucking around on the job and the dangers of skylarking.
- Encourage them to talk about any issues they may be having at work, including if they are being bullied.
