Ability@Work

 

Ability@Work is a dedicated supported employment service which aims to bring young people with intellectual disabilities and /or autism closer to the labour market. This programme assists jobseekers at key transition points between education, training and employment. 

For Employers:

What are the benefits of employing someone through Ability@Work?

• It enables companies to show positive leadership in their communities, by promoting inclusive workplaces.

• Employers gain a greater insight and understanding around disability.

• Employment can change a person’s life chances.

• You can avail of Disability Awareness Training for your staff.

• You can access a range of employment supports and incentives.

• You will receive on –going support and monitoring from the Ability team.

 How does it work?

• An Employment Facilitator will meet with both seeker and employer.

• A Job Analysis will be completed.

• A Job Match will be provided.

• The Employment Facilitator is available to provide expertise and guidance to the employer and the job seeker.

Ability@Work connects you with local employers and job opportunities.

We can assist you to become work ready and find a paid job.

-         Career guidance and planning

-         Vocational profiling

-         Job search support and advice

-         Job clubs

-         Up skilling & training

-         Interview techniques

-         Work behaviour training

-         Communications

-         Job Coach support

-         Job matching

-         Assistance integrating into the workplace

-         information on rights, entitlements, contracts and benefits

Ability@Work Office,

Unit 54,

Penrose Wharf,

Penrose Quay,

Cork City.