The impact of Team Domenica's programmes is best seen through the eyes of our candidates, their families and our employer partners…
When Beth* joined Team Domenica, they struggled with their attendance and timekeeping; taking frequent breaks and opting out of lessons and work. Their anxiety levels were exceptionally heightened during this time and they found these feelings very difficult to manage. After a few months, however, Beth started a work experience placement at an arts and events venue.
This ‘real world’ experience presented the biggest turning point for Beth. Their job coach helped them with planning their day and new strategies for recognising their anxieties, such as their ‘daily mood check-in’. Through these changes, a new Beth began to emerge…
Doing tasks at my placement helped get my level of anxiety from 9/10 to 2/10. It helped me focus on my work and not my anxiety.
Beth, Team Domenica candidate
Through this experience and conversations with Beth, Team Domenica were able to identify Beth’s strengths and ambitions. They had always loved theatre and were now able work in a customer facing role.
Our Employment Partnership Manager approached local theatres to start Beth on a suitable supported internship. And, after a year-long placement (supported by a 1-1 Job Coach) Beth was offered paid employment at a local theatre in Brighton, realising a lifelong dream and opening new doors to a brighter future – not only for themselves, but for their employer too.
*Candidate’s name has been changed to protect anonymity.
