However difficulties can be tackled and problems minimised. With help from an Employment Consultant in identifying what is preventing the individual from succeeding in employment and an individualised support programme strengths can be highlighted and difficulties can be understood and addressed.
Support is provided at two levels.
Employment Consultants work alongside the individual to enable them to fully carry out their role and responsibilities and to ensure their successful integration into the corporate culture. During the early stages of employment guidance is given on issues such as establishing a routine and planning for changes. Equally important is the advice and support given to the individuals colleagues in the work environment - Employment Consultants can advise on how best to structure the applicants work load and enable colleagues to be direct in their communications to the applicant. A success story David works for BT as a Computer Programmer in the Network Systems Division. He began his career at BT on a 3 month graduate work placement and is now a permanent member of the team.