Career Development
Case Study
Background:
CareRec Recruitment agency was approached by a young person who was interested in starting a career in the care industry and becoming a social worker. The young person had completed their studies in social work and was looking for employment that would provide on-the-job training to help them gain practical experience in the care industry.
Challenges:
The young person had been applying for jobs in the care industry for several months but had not been successful in securing employment. They had limited experience in the care industry and had been struggling to find employers who were willing to provide on-the-job training.
Solution:
CareRec Recruitment agency assigned a dedicated account manager to the young person to help them find suitable employment and on-the-job training. The account manager worked closely with the young person to understand their career goals and provided guidance on the types of jobs and training programs that would help them achieve their objectives.
The CareRec Recruitment agency utilized its extensive network of contacts in the care industry to identify suitable employers who were willing to provide on-the-job training to the young person. They also advertised the young person’s profile on various job boards and targeted social media platforms to reach a wider audience.
After a thorough screening process, the CareRec Recruitment agency identified a care home that was looking for an entry-level care assistant. The care home was located close to the young person’s home, which made it an ideal location for employment.
The care home’s management team was impressed with the young person’s qualifications, enthusiasm, and commitment to starting a career in the care industry. They offered the young person a job as a care assistant and provided on-the-job training to help them gain practical experience.
The CareRec Recruitment agency’s account manager continued to work closely with the young person and the care home management team throughout the employment period. They provided support and guidance to the young person and ensured that the care home management team had access to all the necessary information about the young person’s progress.
Results:
The young person was successful in securing a job as a care assistant at the care home identified by the CareRec Recruitment agency. They received on-the-job training and were able to gain practical experience in the care industry. The care home’s management team was impressed with the young person’s performance and provided positive feedback to the CareRec Recruitment agency.
The young person’s employment provided them with a stepping stone to their career goals of becoming a social worker. They were able to gain practical experience in the care industry and apply the knowledge they had gained during their studies.
Conclusion:
The CareRec Recruitment agency’s approach helped the young person achieve their career goals of starting a career in the care industry and becoming a social worker. The agency provided guidance and support to the young person and identified suitable employment opportunities that provided on-the-job training. The partnership between the young person, the care home, and the CareRec Recruitment agency was a success, resulting in the young person gaining practical experience in the care industry and laying the foundations for a successful career in social work.