09/11/2018
Call For Businesses In L'Derry To Employ More People With Learning Disabilities
Mencap NI is calling on businesses in L'Derry to employ more people with a learning disability, as part of the charity's Learning Disability Work Week to raise awareness of the benefits of employing someone with a learning disability.
Slaine Stannet, is a Visitor Services Assistant at the Guildhall in Derry/Londonderry and was supported by Mencap in various work placements that eventually led to a placement at the Guildlhall, welcoming visitors to the historic building.
Now employed in a paid position by Derry City and Strabane District Council, Slaine said: "What I like about my job is that I am now earning my own wage, which is really good for me as now I can put some money away for a rainy day. If I want to move out of my house, maybe buy a car, or if maybe someday if I want to get married I can put money towards it. I'm just happy that I got a paid a position, because I was working on a voluntary placement there for a while. It really made my day when I found out I was successful in getting a paid job."
Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council, Councillor John Boyle, said: "I am pleased to see that Mencap NI have given local people with a learning disability the help and guidance to secure full time employment and become a valued member of a working team through their Employment Service. I am proud that Derry City and Strabane District Council have worked in partnership with Mencap to create the opportunity for Slaine Stannet to earn a paid position in the Guildhall which will increase his independence, pride and confidence. I would encourage other local businesses to consider the programme, Mencap will work in partnership with you and provide the necessary help and guidance through each step in the process."
Slaine Stannet, is a Visitor Services Assistant at the Guildhall in Derry/Londonderry and was supported by Mencap in various work placements that eventually led to a placement at the Guildlhall, welcoming visitors to the historic building.
Now employed in a paid position by Derry City and Strabane District Council, Slaine said: "What I like about my job is that I am now earning my own wage, which is really good for me as now I can put some money away for a rainy day. If I want to move out of my house, maybe buy a car, or if maybe someday if I want to get married I can put money towards it. I'm just happy that I got a paid a position, because I was working on a voluntary placement there for a while. It really made my day when I found out I was successful in getting a paid job."
Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council, Councillor John Boyle, said: "I am pleased to see that Mencap NI have given local people with a learning disability the help and guidance to secure full time employment and become a valued member of a working team through their Employment Service. I am proud that Derry City and Strabane District Council have worked in partnership with Mencap to create the opportunity for Slaine Stannet to earn a paid position in the Guildhall which will increase his independence, pride and confidence. I would encourage other local businesses to consider the programme, Mencap will work in partnership with you and provide the necessary help and guidance through each step in the process."
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