Diagnosis of employability

As part of the employment ability diagnosis [DIA-AM], your personal aptitudes and inclinations as well as your individual career-related possibilities are determined through standardized tests, social exercises and practical exercises [Phase 1].

The results from Phase 1 can be practically tested in a company trial [Phase 2]. The company trials are usually conducted close to your home and are closely supervised by our specialist staff. Your health limitations, strengths and weaknesses, as well as your interests and preferences, are taken into account when selecting the company trial.

Target group

The program is aimed at people with disabilities whose professional potential lies at the limits of the requirements of the general labor market and the entry requirements of the Workshop for People with Disabilities (WfbM). The responsible rehabilitation counselor at the Giessen Employment Agency decides on assignment.

The target group includes in particular:

• people with learning disabilities bordering on intellectual disability
• mentally disabled people bordering on a learning disability
• People with persistent mental disorders and/or behavioral problems

Goals

The aim of the DIA-AM is to determine, through an individual aptitude analysis and operational trials, which vocational rehabilitation measure is suitable for the person with a disability.

The result can be, for example, a vocational preparatory training measure [BvB-Reha], the Supported Employment measure [UB] or qualification in a workshop for people with disabilities [WfbM].

Content & Services

During the program, you will receive social-educational and psychological support to help you with professional and personal problems.

We offer, among other things,

• Individual support for the design of relaxation exercises as well as for stress and conflict management
• Support of participants during the internships
• Help with exceptional problem situations [crisis intervention]
• Individual assistance in dealing with everyday problems [finding accommodation, dealing with authorities, etc.]

Duration & Course

The program lasts a maximum of 12 weeks, although the timing of the two phases is not fixed. Individual support allows for entry every two weeks.

Financial support

Financial support is provided by the Giessen Employment Agency, which generally covers the costs of implementing the DIA-AM program.