Possible Solutions / Supports:
Task Adaptation and Interest Alignment
Incorporate customer interaction opportunities into stocking tasks (e.g., greeting customers while shelving, assisting in restocking at the checkout).
Gradually rotate John into tasks that more closely align with his interest in working at the checkout.
Environmental Supports
Reduce distractions by structuring the work area or scheduling stocking during less busy hours.
Provide visual or verbal prompts to redirect attention back to tasks when distracted.
Behavioral Supports
Use self-monitoring checklists or small token systems to reinforce completion of assigned tasks.
Set clear, achievable goals for both task completion and social interactions.
Skill-Building
Teach strategies for managing attention in social environments, such as scheduled breaks for conversation or appropriate ways to interact while working.
Practice multi-tasking skills in controlled environments before applying them on the job.
Monitoring and Feedback
Collect data on task completion, distraction frequency, and social engagement to guide adjustments.
Provide timely feedback to John to reinforce progress and self-management strategies.
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