Employment Services
Employment Services are designed to help our clients secure and maintain integrated, competitive employment.
The services needed for the client to meet their vocational goals will vary and are individually tailored for optimal results. Employment Services include services provided both prior to and after job placement. Services provided prior to placement may include, but are not limited to, activities such as:
• Instruction on grooming, punctuality, attendance and other job readiness skills;
• Assistance with resume preparation, cover letter and employment portfolio;
• Instruction on employment related responsibilities such as payroll deduction, insurance, retirement and other benefits and workplace safety;
• Developing job possibilities in the community by contacting potential employers;
• Assisting the client with reviewing and submitting job applications;
• Assisting the client in locating potential employment and employers well suited to his or her employment goals;
• Assessing potential work environments and providing job-site coaching;
• Negotiating job accommodations with employers;
• Work-site analysis and job-site coaching;
• Job carving (redesigning a current position or creating a new position to meet the needs of the employer and client);
• Assisting the client with the development of natural supports (community resources);
• On-site assistance to the client with learning the new job tasks, understanding the job culture and industry practices, and understanding appropriate work behaviors;
• Training the client on how to complete new tasks, make changes in his/her work schedule, adjust to a new supervisor and manage changes in both work and non-work environments;
• Helping the employer and coworkers understand the training methods and accommodations needed by the client;
• Providing regular follow-ups with the employer, the client, the client’s family and/or other authorized representatives;
• Providing additional appropriate support services needed to promote continued job success.
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