Voices of Supported Employment

The 12 Core Values of Supported Employment with James Merrington (Part Two)

This conversation delves into the core values of supported employment, emphasizing the importance of social inclusion, community engagement, and building partnerships with employers. We discuss the significance of Social Role valorisation and the social model of disability, highlighting how these concepts can empower individuals with disabilities. We also explore the need for career development and progression in employment, advocating for a supportive environment that respects individual choices and promotes growth. DURHAMENABLE YOU TUBE CHANNEL [https://www.youtube.com/@Durham-Enable] DURHAMENABLE WEBSITE & CONTACT INFORMATION [https://durhamenable.info/] BRITISH ASSOCIATION OF SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT (BASE) [https://www.base-uk.org/] supported employment, core values, social inclusion, community engagement, employer partnerships, social role valorisation, social model of disability, career development

The 12 Core Values of Supported Employment with James Merrington (Part One)

In this conversation, James Merrington joins us for a discussion about the 12 core values of supported employment, emphasising the importance of inclusion, equal opportunities, and individualised support for individuals with disabilities. We explore how these values guide our practice as supported employment professionals and the impact they have on job seekers' experiences in the workplace. Useful links: DURHAMENABLE YOUTUBE CHANNEL [https://www.youtube.com/@Durham-Enable] DURHAMENABLE WEBSITE & CONTACT INFORMATION [https://durhamenable.info/] BRITISH ASSOCIATION OF SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT (BASE) [https://www.base-uk.org/] supported employment, core values, disability inclusion, job coaching, employment rights, zero rejection, job search, individual choice, career aspirations, workplace equality

The Job Coach Role: Empowering Independence with Corey Irons and Ken Hope

In this podcast episode, Corey Irons and Ken Hope, job coaches at DurhamEnable, discuss some of the techniques and approaches they use within their supported employment practice. They explore the importance of building trust and empathy with job seekers, adapting techniques to meet individual needs, and the role of family support in the employment journey. The conversation also highlights the significance of training, particularly the TSI (Training in Systematic Instruction) approach, and how it informs their work. Real-life applications of these techniques are shared, along with reflections on the concept of readiness for employment. USEFUL LINKS: INCLUSIVE EMPLOYER NETWORK EVENT (JUNE 2025) [https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/9e6c1665-431e-4b88-87a8-44dc83080960@47048404-f16d-4b21-8a55-8ac5d7e72196] DURHAMENABLE YOUTUBE CHANNEL [https://www.youtube.com/@Durham-Enable] DURHAMENABLE WEBSITE & CONTACT INFORMATION [https://durhamenable.info/] BRITISH ASSOCIATION OF SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT (BASE) [https://www.base-uk.org/] supported employment, job coaching, techniques, trust, adaptability, family support, training, TSI, employment readiness, individual needs

The Five Stage Model of Supported Employment (Part Two) with Ramsay Taylor and Mel Kearney

This conversation looks into the critical aspects of Employer Engagement, Job Matching, and in-work support within the context of Supported Employment. We discuss the importance of building relationships with local businesses, the necessity of job analysis for effective job matching, and the ongoing support required for career development. There is a strong emphasis on the value of inclusivity, the role of job coaches, and the need for continuous engagement with both job seekers and employers to ensure successful employment outcomes. INCLUSIVE EMPLOYER NETWORK EVENT (JUNE 2025) [https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/9e6c1665-431e-4b88-87a8-44dc83080960@47048404-f16d-4b21-8a55-8ac5d7e72196] DURHAMENABLE YOU TUBE CHANNEL [https://www.youtube.com/@Durham-Enable] DURHAMENABLE WEBSITE & CONTACT INFORMATION [https://durhamenable.info/] BRITISH ASSOCIATION OF SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT (BASE) [https://www.base-uk.org/] employer engagement, job matching, in-work support, career development, vocational profiling, supported employment, local businesses, job coaches, inclusivity, training

The Five Stage Model of Supported Employment (Part One) with Ramsay Taylor and Mel Kearney

In this conversation, we discuss the five-stage model of Supported Employment, emphasising the importance of engaging job seekers, vocational profiling, action planning. We highlight the need for accessibility, community engagement, and building trust with job seekers to achieve positive employment outcomes. The conversation also touches on the significance of understanding roles and responsibilities within the support network and the continuous adaptation of the vocational profile as a working document.  Useful links: DURHAMENABLE WEBSITE & CONTACT INFORMATION [https://durhamenable.info/] BRITISH ASSOCIATION OF SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT (BASE) [https://www.base-uk.org/] supported employment, job seekers, vocational profiling, action planning, travel training, employment outcomes, community engagement, job coaching, accessibility, independence