Our one-year Supported Employment Programme began in 2024 and comprises classroom-based learning and on-the-job training during work experience placements.

Pre-employment skills development:

  • Work and skills training, including Travel Training and Basic First Aid Training
  • Job-specific training e.g. Manual Handling, Barista Training, Money Management
  • Career/education guidance

Tailored support for jobseekers:

  • CV-building, job-searching and interview skills training
  • Supported work experience and identifying employment opportunities

Support for people in employment:

  • On-the-job coaching until the new employee is comfortable to work independently
  • Building skills and confidence
  • Establishing reasonable accommodations
  • Overcoming employment barriers

Support for employers:

  • Disability awareness training
  • Workplace accessibility and reasonable accommodations
  • Recruitment and retention strategies

If you would like to know more about our Employment Programme, contact Employment Officer rhonad@daracommunityliving.ie or Job Coach laurat@daracommunityliving.ie.

The Workability: Inclusive Pathways to Employment Programme is a new programme co-financed by the EU Employment, Inclusion, Skills and Training Programme (EIST) 2021-2027 and the Department of Social Protection.