Introducing the EMCC – Barclay’s LifeSkills programme, a comprehensive mental wellness programme, tailored for the unemployed. Through engaging peer support groups, one-to-one counseling sessions, skills training, and job coaching, we aim to empower participants with the tools they need to navigate the challenges and uncertainties during the period of unemployment. Join us on this journey to improved mental wellness and resilience.

Unemployment can bring with it several challenges that affect individuals and families on emotional, financial, and social levels. The uncertainty of finding a new job can lead to increased stress and anxiety. Unemployment can impact self-esteem, especially when societal expectations tie personal worth to employment status. Financial strain and emotional stress can strain relationships with family and friends. It’s important to recognize the multifaceted nature of these challenges and to approach the support of unemployed individuals with empathy and understanding. Providing resources, counselling, and networking opportunities can help address some of these challenges and support individuals during their job search journey.

Programme Objectives

1.  Address the emotional and mental health challenges associated with unemployment by offering counselling and support services.
2.  Enhance the employability of participants by providing relevant skills training and facilitating engagement with job coaches.
3.  Facilitate networking opportunities for participants to connect with fellow participants, and industry professionals through peer support groups and networking sessions.

Programme Components

The programme will consist of 3 major components for each participant.

1. A Counselling component which would either be one-to-one counselling sessions or through peer support groups.
2. A Life Skills Training component which will consist of talks by speakers around the area of mental health or skills necessary to navigate the job search period.
3. A Job Coaching component wherein the participant will be partnered with a job coach who will meet you periodically, to discuss personal goals, overcome personal barriers, and identify employment opportunities. Participants will be asked to complete an additional registration with Workforce Singapore (WSG) or Generation Singapore for this component.

C1 – Job Search Advisory

Workforce Singapore (WSG)’s career advisory team offers job advice and collaborates with you to chart a course of action, bringing you closer to your next job.

C2 – Job Skills Training and Placement Support

Generation Singapore provides training and employment programmes in tech and healthcare sectors to equip you with skills you need for in-demand jobs. Learners receive holistic well-being support, mentorship by industry professionals, interviews with employer partners, placement assistance for up to six months, and more.

Topics Covered

Expected Outcomes

At the end of the programme, the participant should have

1. Addressed the emotional and mental health challenges associated with unemployment by availing counselling or peer support services.
2.  Enhanced employability abilities due to acquiring relevant skills training and being facilitated by job coaches. 
3. Increased networking through fellow participants, and industry professionals 

Who should attend

• Unemployed or job searching for at least 3 months
• Struggling emotionally due to unemployment

For any enquiries, do reach out to training@emcc.org.sg