Task 6: Support Randwick to access opportunities for participation in work and assist employer to facilitate the person's participation and inclusion.

Scenario: Mentoring Youth Club in Adelaide - "Adelaide Youth Connections"

Overview: "Adelaide Youth Connections" is a youth mentoring club located in the heart of Adelaide, designed to support young people aged 12-18 from diverse cultural backgrounds. The club provides a safe and supportive environment where young people can engage in social, educational, and personal development activities, with the guidance of experienced mentors from the local community.

The club operates on a weekly basis, with sessions that focus on building life skills, enhancing cultural identity, and offering career guidance. The mentoring program is structured to offer both one-on-one mentoring as well as group activities, and participants are encouraged to explore their personal interests, set goals, and develop self-confidence.

There has been negotiations with Roger the Club manager that Randwick may start work with theGroup Workshops.Randwick will participate in group workshops held every Saturday at the community centre. These workshops focus on life skills, cultural enrichment, and goal setting. Randwick will co-lead a "Cultural Heritage" workshop, where he will teach young people about Sudanese customs, language, and traditions, fostering a sense of pride in their cultural roots. These group sessions help young participants build social skills and establish a support network with their peers.

For the purpose of this activity

• You have been asked to write an email to the Employer ( Roger ) to assess what support Randwick may need for his employment. You are there to assist Randwick in Advocating for himself and encourage and prompt him to give information.
• You email must include:
• How the job role that aligns with his skills and interests, taking into account his previous experience as an electrician and his passion for mentoring.
• flexible work arrangements that accommodate Randwick's cognitive and physical needs. This could include adjusting his start times, providing additional breaks to manage fatigue, or offering part-time hours to help him transition smoothly back into work.
• Workplace Accommodations: to ensure that appropriate accommodations are in place to facilitate Randwick's participation. This may include providing mobility aids, clear instructions to help him manage tasks, or memory aids such as checklists and reminders. The goal is to create a work environment that supports Randwick's abilities while addressing his cognitive and physical limitations.
• Ongoing Support and Feedback:Seeking advice on organising regular check-ins from you between Randwick and the employer to ensure that he is adjusting well and that any challenges are addressed promptly.This will help ensure that he feels included, valued, and supported in the workplace.

Email to Roger

Subject: Supporting Randwick's Employment and Workplace Inclusion

Dear Roger: