3.03 Nontraditional Careers

1. 3.03 Nontraditional Careers

2. What's on a Career Profile? • Personal Information • Values • Interest • Personality traits • Data, People, Things preference • Skills and aptitudes • Education/training goals • Career Information • Career values • Career duties and responsibilities • Personality type needed • Data, People, Things characteristics • Skills and aptitudes required • Education/training required

3. Non Traditional Careers • Non-traditional careers : Any occupation in which either men or women make up 25% or less of total employment in a specific career. • http://www.iseek.org/careers/menandwomen.html to access a list of non-traditional careers for the 16 clusters. • Visit the Department of Labor to access a list of non-traditional careers for women. http://www.dol.gov/wb/factsheets/nontra2008.htm

4. MALES Nurse Bank Teller Flight attendant Makeup artist Day care worker FEMALES Truck driver Auto Mechanic Plumber President Janitor Non-traditional Careers

5. Both men and women will spend at least 30-40 years in the workforce. Women who pursue male-dominated careers earn 20-30 percent more than those who hold jobs traditionally held by men. Most women are not able to be full-time homemakers. There is increased jb satisfaction when an individual does what they like rather than what is traditional. The Facts

6. Myth Men who work in non-traditional careers are not masculine. Men who work in nontraditional careers aren’t skilled or strong enough to be employed in traditional careers. Men are not nurturing enough to work with small children or as caregivers Men in nontraditional careers earn less money then men employed in traditional careers The Facts Men working in nontraditional careers come in all sizes, shapes and types. They are just as manly as any other man. Men choose nontraditional careers because of their interest, skills, abilities. Men are caring fathers, grandfather, brothers, teachers, nurses and other professional caregivers. They also provide excellent role models for young children and help erase many of the negative stereotypes about men. Men in nontraditional careers, especially those who own their own business or work as a supervisor, can earn more money than men employed in traditional careers. Myths/Stereotypes of men in non-traditional careers

7. Myth Working in trade jobs can be dirty and women don’t like to get messy Women who work in non-traditional careers are not feminine. Women in clerical jobs dress so well that surely they make more money than trade workers. Women are not strong enough to perform in trade or construction jobs. The Facts Women traditionally do “dirty” jobs such as changing diapers and housecleaning. Just because a woman dresses rugged and gets dirty does not mean they are not feminine. On an average a receptionist makes about $128 less than an electrician on entry-level weekly salaries. The average woman is strong enough to work as a skilled worker because technology and tools have made jobs easier for both men and women Secondly women can build strength while on these jobs. Myths/Stereotypesof women in non-traditional careers

8. Advantages of Nontraditional Careers • Intrinsic motivation of following dreams • Empowerment/autonomy • Receive more attention on the job • Makes an impact on society; opens the door to others • Higher wages • Job satisfaction • Opportunities to learn while you earn (Apprenticeships) • Acquire transferable skills • Better benefits • Job security • Better work environment • Advancement potential • Broader Job opportunities

9. Disadvantages of Nontraditional Careers • Hazardous workplaces • Discrimination/Harassment • Sense of isolation • Physical requirements • Lack of mentors • Non-supportive friends and family • Shift work vs. traditional schedule • Seasonal lay-offs • Potential for physical and mental challenges

10. Barriers to Pursuing non traditional jobs • Social or cultural expectations • Unsupportive attitudes of family, friends, teachers, classmates or coworkers (harassment or isolation) • Lack of equity in education (Traditional courses are typically selected.) • Limited prior experience • Workplace/school discrimination • Lack of acceptance • Not getting proper training • Isolation on the work-site • Limited access to support services • Women assigned menial tasks in work/lab environment • Sexual harassment

11. What does this mean? • Males or females entering the workforce should be able to choose an occupation without fear of harrassment • Having a spouse who can support the family alone if circumstances require it • Encourage males and females to take nontraditional classes in school • Encourage female enrollment in math and science • Accept classmates and coworkers because of their ability and not judge them by their gender

12. Sexual Harassment • Sexual Harassment -Any unwelcome behavior of a sexual nature • Types of sexual harassment • Quid pro quo harassment • Hostile environment harassment • Recognizing sexual harassment • Is the behavior sexual in nature? • Do other individuals view the behavior as sexual in nature? • Is the behavior unwelcome? • Is the behavior offensive? • Does the behavior interfere with work? • Does the harasser understand that the behavior is unwelcome?

13. Discouraging sexual harassment • KNOW THE LAW and your company’s policy on sexual harassment! • Be businesslike in dress, language and behavior at all times. • Make the harasser know that you want the behavior stopped!

14. Taking actionagainst sexual harassment • Tell the harasser to STOP! • Keep detailed written records of any unwelcome behavior. • Report the offense to your supervisor unless your supervisor is the harasser. If your supervisor is the harasser, report the incident to his/her supervisor!

15. Overcoming Barriers = Too Much Stress • Some may say overcoming these barriers maybe too stressful and we should just give up and work traditional jobs. • What do you think???

16. Terms • Sexual Harassment- Any unwelcome behavior of a sexual nature • Working conditions- refers to the working environment and to the non-pay aspects of an employee’s terms and conditions of employment • Salary- fixed compensation paid regularly for services