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Vocational & Skills Training
for adult PwIDs
Skill Development, and Vocational Training Programmes
At Navkshitij, we provide a range of vocational training programs tailored specifically for Persons with Intellectual Disabilities (PwIDs). Our two residential units each feature sheltered workshops where 87 residents actively participate in meaningful activities daily. We have modernized our approach to these workshops to align with contemporary workplace standards, incorporating online attendance systems and thumb verification. Residents engage in a variety of activities, including:
- Paper lanterns making
- Paper bags making
- Chocolate making
- Envelope production
- Diyas painting
- Paper pen
- Key Chains
- Candle Making
Importance of Skill Development:
Maintaining Dignity and Emotional Well-being:
In sheltered workshops, trained staff provide a supportive space to PwIDs for reducing the chances of teasing and harassment found in regular jobs. This caring environment helps maintain their dignity and emotional well-being.
Platform for Refining Pre-Vocational Skills:
We empowers PwIDs by providing hands-on vocational training, life skills integration, and real-world exposure through workshops and internships. These initiatives help PwIDs refine their skills, gain confidence, and prepare for independent, meaningful participation in society within a nurturing environment.
Meaningful Engagement:
Engagement in meaningful activities is essential for everyone’s mental well-being, especially for PwIDs . In our sheltered workshop we are offering tailored activities like diya making, file creation, and garland making, promoting productive engagement while effectively managing behavior.
Preparation for Job Placement:
We focus on equipping residents with the skills necessary to transition into external job placements when possible and this thing depends on IQ level and other conditions of PwIDs.
Safe Working Environment:
Persons with Intellectual Disabilities may not fully understand safety precautions, such as avoiding electrical hazards or operating machinery. In our sheltered workshop we provide a safe, supervised environment that minimizes these risks, allowing them to work alongside peers.
Lifetime Placement for Those Unable to Work Externally:
In our sheltered workshops we offer lifetime placement opportunities in supportive environments without high-performance expectations. This stability developed confidence and reduces behavioral issues, promoting long-term well-being and development.
Programme Structure
We develop an Individual Rehabilitation Plan (IRP) for each resident at Navkshitij. This plan outlines personalized goals and skill development pathways. Based on ongoing evaluations, we promote PwIDs to higher skill levels as they progress. For those with the potential to work outside, we actively connect them with specific companies and provide support for job placement.
Types of Skills Developed:
Vocational Skills:
- Packaging of items
- Maintaining hygiene in the workplace
- Time management
- Workplace etiquette
Soft Skills:
- Teamwork
- Communication skill
