Our vision
is a world where all people on the autism spectrum have the specialist care and support they need to lead fulfilling and rewarding lives.
► Work Choice
We provide the Work Choice programme within Birmingham, Solihull and The Black Country. We work specifically with individuals with Asperger Syndrome or Higher Functioning Autism. This consists of Work Entry Support where we can provide up to 6 months of help with personal skills and work-related advice to get individuals into supported or unsupported work. We also provide In-Work Support for up to two years where individuals will receive help to start work and sustain a job.
We will be working in conjunction with Advance Employment and Job centre plus. This project is part-financed by the European Social Fund.
Your support whilst looking for employment would include:
- A personalised action plan
- Regular one to one support and review sessions
- A basic skills assessment to identify if you need to improve on your literacy, numeracy and IT
- Group training sessions on the process of looking for and gaining employment
- Use software to help you explore different types of jobs and choose a career path
- Access to a weekly Job Club to get support with searching for and applying for work
- Interview preparation and support
Your support once you've gained employment would include:
- Preparing for your first day at work
- Support during your first day at work
- Help discussing your needs as an individual with Asperer Syndrome with your employer
- Putting in place reasonable adjustments at work to help manage any issues
- Regular one to one support sessions to discuss any problems and help resolve them
- Mentoring and support for your employers to help them understand your needs and support you in the right way
To access this individuals must attend a Job Centre and be referred to the programme by the Disability Employment Advisor (DEA). If you'd like further information about Work Choice please contact ASpire directly on 0121 450 7582 or email Joanneg@autismwestmidlands.org.uk
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