Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council

STEPs

STEPS

Vocational Training and Employment Support

STEPS provides support for vocational training and employment opportunities to adults with a disability living in Stockton.

STEPS to Employment is part of Stockton Borough Council Children Education and Social Care.

STEPS is an innovative and forward thinking Employment support service working with people with mental health needs, physical disabilities and learning disabilities.

The service aims to build on people's aims and interests, develop skills and achieve realistic goals.

We offer one to one support, practical advice and guidance to help individuals access opportunities and overcome the barriers to employment, helping build confidence, self-esteem, recognise abilities and realise potential.

Practical help will be given to help identify and plan the steps required towards achieving employment.

A referral can be made by your Social Worker, Doctor, Nurse or any other professional who already works with you.

The STEPS Service Procedure and Process

Referral Made to Manager

Initial Assessment

Vocational Profile

Training Opportunities

Job Searching

Training

Employment achieved

Ongoing Intensive Support and Monitoring