Personal Performance and Independence of the individual in meaningful employment By Magdel Piso
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Personal Performance andIndependence of the individual in
meaningful employment
By Magdel Piso
What is Tools of Trade?
Tools of trade are created to support an individual to gain
and sustain meaningful employment
Assists individuals during initial transition into
employment
A specific tool is developed , to help the individual to
complete a duty successfully
The client is employed in the mainstream workforce using
their tool of trade
Advantages of Tools of Trade
The tool of trade is portable.
The tool is carried to the workplace the same way you carry a laptop.
Every tool is tailored to each clients needs and job specification
How does the tool benefit a person living with a disability ?
The tools support working environment
The person has a recognisable workstation, supporting them to feel comfortable with their surroundings
There is no element of surprise
The tool gives the client confidence in his/her ability to successfully complete a job specific task.
The impact the tool of trade has on the client’s life
He/she is respected as an equal citizen of New Zealand
The client gains meaningful employment and is able to participate as a valued member of the workforce
The client is able to achieve independence and a sense of dignity in the workplace.
He/she gains confidence, self-esteem and has a purposeful life.
Tools of Trade Devices Demonstration of the following devices: Sorting Device Folding letter Device Envelope Device Hand towel Device Stamping Device Knot Device – Courier Post Knot Device - Manuka Honey
Sorting Device
Letter Folding Device
Envelope Device
Towel Device
Stamping Device Stamping “Card to Call” Cards
Stamping Device
Label Device
Knot Device
Knot Devicein the workplace
“I can do it myself”
Our objective is for our clients to be out in the community, if people with a disability obtain a job they become part of the community workforce.
The effectiveness of being part of the workforce:
It make our clients more enthusiastic about their lives; Helps them to build upon their strengths; Helps them to overcome weaknesses; Helps them to see effort as central to success Gives them a sense of belonging.
Each person is uniqueAll have the same needs:
AcceptanceApproval
And a sense of belonging
Do not let disability define who they are
Every person with a disability CAN DO!!!