1. The WebWheel model Mary Gordon NEPS

2. Key elements in model Learners understand the process Focus on drawing up IAPs Business-like approach Primary skill of mentor is listening The mentor does not probe Mentoring is the offer of help Mentor brings rationality to learner

3. Three-step process Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 Egan’s skilled helper model (1998)

4. Step 1: Thinking about the current situation Invitation to the learner to talk about their lives Invitation to think about their lives Systematic development of self-awareness Acknowledging that something is a problem is first step to sorting it The rating invites learner to evaluate their situation Problems talked about can be helped with

5. Profiling Wheel

6. 5-point rating scale 5: if they feel happy about the situation under consideration or it is an area of positive strength for them 4: if they feel they have no particular problem in this factor area 3: if they feel they have a bit of a problem in this area (e.g. they are bored where they live and have nothing to do at weekends; they don’t really know 2: if they feel that they have quite a big problem with some or all aspects of the situation under consideration 1: if they recognise that they have a very serious problem or feel that they are not coping generally in their life

7. Rating values 5Strengths / resources / resilience factors 4 3 2Problems / difficulties needing attention 1

8. Step 2: Imagining how else it might be Getting in touch with their desires and dreams Fantasies Dreams are motivators for action and change

9. Step 3: Drawing up an individual action plan Focus on action IAP is learner-driven

10. Contents of an Individual Action Plan (IAP) Home Methodologies Subjects (eg Woodwork) Work experience Modules (eg FETAC) Courses (eg LCA) Support (inside centre) Lifeskills programmes Support (outside centre) Activities (eg social, sports, drama, trips) Individual Action Plan

11. The GROW model GOAL WILLREALITY OPTIONS

12. The Wheel factor areas Attendance Participation Achievements Basic skills Aspiration and motivation Identity and self-image Physical health Emotional well-being Relationships Home Community Housing Income Substance use Criminal activities

13.  www.youthreach.ie/webwheelwww.youthreach.ie/webwheel