Personal Performance andIndependence of the individual in

meaningful employment

By Magdel Piso

What is Tools of Trade?

Tools of trade are created to support an individual to gain

and sustain meaningful employment

Assists individuals during initial transition into

employment

A specific tool is developed , to help the individual to

complete a duty successfully

The client is employed in the mainstream workforce using

their tool of trade

Advantages of Tools of Trade

The tool of trade is portable.

The tool is carried to the workplace the same way you carry a laptop.

Every tool is tailored to each clients needs and job specification

How does the tool benefit a person living with a disability ?

The tools support working environment

The person has a recognisable workstation, supporting them to feel comfortable with their surroundings

There is no element of surprise

The tool gives the client confidence in his/her ability to successfully complete a job specific task.

The impact the tool of trade has on the client’s life

He/she is respected as an equal citizen of New Zealand

The client gains meaningful employment and is able to participate as a valued member of the workforce

The client is able to achieve independence and a sense of dignity in the workplace.

He/she gains confidence, self-esteem and has a purposeful life.

Tools of Trade Devices Demonstration of the following devices: Sorting Device Folding letter Device Envelope Device Hand towel Device Stamping Device Knot Device – Courier Post Knot Device - Manuka Honey

Sorting Device

Letter Folding Device

Envelope Device

Towel Device

Stamping Device Stamping “Card to Call” Cards

Stamping Device

Label Device

Knot Device

Knot Devicein the workplace

“I can do it myself”

Our objective is for our clients to be out in the community, if people with a disability obtain a job they become part of the community workforce.

The effectiveness of being part of the workforce:

It make our clients more enthusiastic about their lives; Helps them to build upon their strengths; Helps them to overcome weaknesses; Helps them to see effort as central to success Gives them a sense of belonging. 

Each person is uniqueAll have the same needs:

AcceptanceApproval

And a sense of belonging

Do not let disability define who they are

Every person with a disability CAN DO!!!