Provides individualized support to help individuals with developmental disabilities obtain, learn, and maintain meaningful employment in integrated community settings. Services are tailored to the individual’s strengths, interests, abilities, and employment goals, with a focus on promoting long-term success and independence in the workplace.
Support may include the following:
- Conducting vocational assessments to identify strengths, skills, interests, and employment goal
- Assisting with career exploration and job search activities
- Providing resume development and interview preparation support
- Identifying and developing employment opportunities within the community
- Engaging with employers to facilitate job placement and workplace inclusion
- Assisting with job applications and the hiring process
- Providing job coaching and on-the-job training as needed
- Supporting the development of workplace communication, social, and interpersonal skills
- Helping individuals understand workplace expectations, policies, and responsibilities
- Assisting with problem-solving and overcoming barriers to employment
- Providing ongoing support to promote job retention and career growth
- Coordinating with employers, family members, and support teams to ensure successful employment outcomes
Services are designed to support individuals in achieving competitive, integrated employment where they can work alongside people without disabilities and earn wages and benefits consistent with similar positions in the community. Support is individualized and adjusted as needed to help each person achieve and maintain meaningful employment.
Find the Right Support Approach
Contact us to learn more about available developmental disability support services. Information can be provided based on individual needs, goals, and support circumstances. A thoughtful discussion can help identify appropriate options for daily living, independence, and community participation.
