Finding the right support can make work and job searching much easier. If you are deaf or hard of hearing, specialist help can remove barriers and build your confidence.
Job support includes help with finding work, settling into a job and staying employed. Some services are general disability employment services. Others, like Sign for Work, offer deaf job support that is tailored to your communication needs.
A specialist service understands deaf communication needs and workplace challenges. This support can include:
This type of deaf and hard of hearing employment support can make the whole process easier.
Your consultant will learn about your goals and work experience. Support may include:
Everything is designed to help you feel understood and supported.
Good support should make you feel more confident and more prepared. You should understand each step and feel comfortable asking questions.
If you are finding your job difficult, Sign for Work can provide Ongoing Support (Work Assist). This may include:
The aim is to help you stay in your job and feel supported.
The right service will understand your needs, communicate clearly and help you reach your goals. Sign for Work is here to support deaf and hard of hearing people at every stage of their work journey.