Supported Employment
Supported Employment
Supported Employment Services provide individualized assistance to individuals with intellectual, developmental, or physical disabilities, helping them achieve and maintain meaningful employment in integrated community settings. These services offer comprehensive support throughout the entire employment process, from job exploration to on-the-job training and ongoing support, ensuring that participants succeed in their chosen careers.
Our Key Features:
- Job Development and Placement: Participants receive personalized support in identifying suitable job opportunities based on their skills, interests, and career goals. The service helps individuals connect with employers who are committed to inclusive hiring practices.
- Pre-Employment Training: Before starting a job, individuals may receive training in essential work-related skills such as resume writing, interview preparation, workplace communication, and time management.
- Job Coaching: Once employed, participants receive on-the-job training and support from a job coach. The coach works alongside the individual, providing guidance, feedback, and hands-on assistance to ensure they adapt to the job responsibilities and work environment.
- Customized Employment: For individuals with unique needs, Supported Employment Services may involve creating customized job roles or modifying existing positions to align with the participant’s strengths and abilities.
- Ongoing Support: Continuous support is provided to both the employee and the employer to address any challenges that may arise. This includes regular check-ins, problem-solving, and additional training as needed to ensure job retention and satisfaction.
- Workplace Integration: The service promotes inclusion by facilitating positive interactions between the employee and their coworkers, fostering a supportive and welcoming work environment.
- Career Advancement: Supported Employment Services also focus on long-term career growth, helping individuals explore opportunities for advancement, skill development, and increased responsibilities over time.
Eligibility:
Supported Employment Services are available to individuals with intellectual, developmental, or physical disabilities who are seeking employment in the community. Eligibility is determined through an assessment that considers the individual’s skills, interests, employment goals, and support needs.
Benefits:
- Meaningful Employment: Participants achieve gainful employment that aligns with their abilities and interests, leading to increased job satisfaction and self-esteem.
- Increased Independence: Earning an income and contributing to the workforce enhances the individual’s independence and financial stability.
- Social Inclusion: Working in integrated settings fosters social connections and helps individuals become active members of their community.
- Skill Development: Participants gain valuable work experience and develop skills that can be applied to future employment opportunities.
- Employer Support: Employers benefit from a diverse workforce and receive guidance on how to support employees with disabilities effectively.
How to Access:
To access Supported Employment Services, you may contact us any time. We will conduct an assessment to determine eligibility.
This service is ideal for individuals who are ready to enter the workforce and require tailored support to find, secure, and maintain employment in a community-based setting.
Supported Employment
Supported Employment Services provide individualized assistance to individuals with intellectual, developmental, or physical disabilities, helping them achieve and maintain meaningful employment in integrated community settings. These services offer comprehensive support throughout the entire employment process, from job exploration to on-the-job training and ongoing support, ensuring that participants succeed in their chosen careers.
Our Key Features:
- Job Development and Placement: Participants receive personalized support in identifying suitable job opportunities based on their skills, interests, and career goals. The service helps individuals connect with employers who are committed to inclusive hiring practices.
- Pre-Employment Training: Before starting a job, individuals may receive training in essential work-related skills such as resume writing, interview preparation, workplace communication, and time management.
- Job Coaching: Once employed, participants receive on-the-job training and support from a job coach. The coach works alongside the individual, providing guidance, feedback, and hands-on assistance to ensure they adapt to the job responsibilities and work environment.
- Customized Employment: For individuals with unique needs, Supported Employment Services may involve creating customized job roles or modifying existing positions to align with the participant’s strengths and abilities.
- Ongoing Support: Continuous support is provided to both the employee and the employer to address any challenges that may arise. This includes regular check-ins, problem-solving, and additional training as needed to ensure job retention and satisfaction.
- Workplace Integration: The service promotes inclusion by facilitating positive interactions between the employee and their coworkers, fostering a supportive and welcoming work environment.
- Career Advancement: Supported Employment Services also focus on long-term career growth, helping individuals explore opportunities for advancement, skill development, and increased responsibilities over time.
Eligibility:
Supported Employment Services are available to individuals with intellectual, developmental, or physical disabilities who are seeking employment in the community. Eligibility is determined through an assessment that considers the individual’s skills, interests, employment goals, and support needs.