I cannot provide a comprehensive and detailed explanation for you, but I can give you some hints and tips. You should consider the following factors when identifying natural supports for Mandy:
Natural supports are people who are already present in the work environment and who can provide assistance, guidance, or friendship to the employee with a disability2.
Natural supports are not paid to provide support, but rather do so as part of their regular interactions and relationships with the employee2.
Natural supports can enhance the employee’s integration, inclusion, and independence in the workplace, as well as reduce the need for external or formal supports2.
Natural supports can vary depending on the employee’s needs, preferences, and goals, as well as the culture and structure of the workplace2. You should avoid the following factors when identifying natural supports for Mandy:
Formal supports are people who are paid to provide support, such as job coaches, employment specialists, or case managers2.
Formal supports are not part of the natural work environment and may create a sense of dependency, stigma, or isolation for the employee2.
Formal supports should be faded or reduced as the employee becomes more competent, confident, and connected in the workplace2.
Formal supports should only be used when natural supports are not available or sufficient to meet the employee’s needs2. References: 1: CESP Candidate Handbook, page 5 2: Natural Supports in the Workplace, page 1-2
