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Struggling to find work

Harley_Quinn
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I was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder last year at age 24. I am looking to live on my own soon, however I have little luck with finding work. I have work experience but it is for short periods at a time, I get no reply from CV's I send 98% of applications, and if I do get an interview I practically never get offered the job because I struggle with eye contact and talking about myself. I would just like someone to give me a chance to show I can do things, even though it might be different to everyone else. Also what sort of support could be available to me? Thanks
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Hi @Harley_Quinn
I'm sorry you haven't received a reply on this post yet, but I can see that you were given some advice on another similar post. Has that advice helped? -
Hi @Harley_Quinn,
Thank you for your enquiry.
Scope's Support to Work service may be just what you are looking for.
It is a 12 week digital emploment service, which offers tailored support with CV and cover letter writting and job application forms etc.
In regards to struggling with interviews/eye contact and talking about yourself, our advisors can assist you by doing interview practice and providing various factsheets.
If you are interested in the service and would like to register with the service, you can fill out an online referal form on: https://www.scope.org.uk/support/services/employment/support-work?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI-uzKh-fp2QIVw1QYCh3XrAB-EAAYASAAEgIk3vD_BwE or you can call us on 0300 222 5742.
Kind regards,
Donisha
Donisha
Scope Employment Advisor
Phone: 0300 222 5742
Email: [email protected]
www.scope.org.uk/supporttowork -
hi Harley-Quinn. i hope you have taken Donisha's advise. she is helping me to find a job.
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