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Employment Support and Community Inclusion Support Services for Individuals in Washington State with Developmental Disabilities
Asotin-Garfield County Employment 4 All is soliciting interested applicants to provide employment support services and Community Inclusion Support Services for individuals with developmental disabilities who reside in the State of Washington. Any qualified agency wishing to participate in the Request for Qualifications process, should forward a letter of interest by email or U.S. Mail to:
Asotin-Garfield County Developmental Disabilities Coordinator
549 5th Street, Suite A
Clarkston, WA 99403
(509) 758-8349
Upon receipt of the letter of interest, the formal Request for Qualifications packet will be provided.
- Individual Employment Services
- School To Work Services
- Community Inclusion Services
Since 1973 Asotin County Community Services (ACCS) has provided pathways to employment for people with disabilities. The job search is led by the job seeker based on the individual’s aptitude and abilities, with the goal of finding the best employee/employer match. ACCS connects students to paid work experiences through WA Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR), provides long-term employment supports through Washington Developmental Disabilities Administration, assists job seekers with placement of a permanent job through DVR or Foundational Community Supports.
For information about our services, contact Eric Boggan or Elizabeth Beddingfield, Asotin County Vocational Program Manager, at (509) 758-8349.
- Individual Employment Services
Opportunities Unlimited, Inc. (OUI) seeks to make a world where all ABILITIES are included in the community, at school, at work, IN LIFE. Opportunities Unlimited, Inc. is a private, not-for-profit organization established in 1974. We began with a focus of helping people with disabilities have an opportunity at employment and over the last four decades have expanded into a multitude of services that allow us to assist those seeking services fully participate in the communities they call home.
Vocational services are provided to increase levels of independent functioning, vocational skills, and earned income in order to decrease their reliance upon public and private support.
Community Supported Employment (CSE) is paid employment with community employers for individuals who are not likely to earn minimum wage or above without special training or assistance. This program also provides assistance with training on the job through the provision of a job coach who works one-on-one with the trainee as needed to learn the job and/or resolve any issues that would have a detrimental effect on their employment. This program also allows for long-term intensive support as needed to aid in maintaining employment.
- Individual Employment Services
Sometimes people need a little extra support when they are learning a job. Goodwill’s Supported Employment program helps you be successful at your job in the community. Participants in this program work at various companies in the community. A Goodwill job coach may work alongside participants while they learn and master job duties. The goal is to help participants maintain employment by learning to work well with others and meet work expectations. Support may include help navigating the workplace, communicating and problem solving with supervisors and co-workers, understanding paychecks, and figuring out how to order your work day and the tasks that need to get done in a shift. These services are available in Spokane, Moses Lake, Post Falls, Coeur d’Alene, Pend Oreille, Moscow, and Lewiston.
True North Employment Solutions, Inc.
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Individual Employment Services
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School To Work Services
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Community Inclusion Services
True North believes that behind every individual we support, there are hopes, dreams and passions waiting to be unlocked. We are passionate advocates to support people’s success through meaningful employment and relationships. We are subject matter experts in the field, who find the greatest joy in celebrating the success of those we have the honor of supporting. Our staff are passionate person-centered specialist who believe in providing the best quality service. We believe all services start with a comprehensive discovery process to get to know each person in order to help the achieve a successful placement. At True North we believe everyone can be successfully placed in community-based careers. Supported Employment starts with building and foster relationships with local community members, which allows us to carve the right positions for those we support. Our role does not stop once the job starts, our passionate job coaches are trained to provide comprehensive support which will allow for successful long-term careers. Here at True North, we believe action speaks louder than words. We have expert staff who create personalized video resumes to market the individuals we support in an innovative and professional way.
Have you ever wanted to make a friend, join a club, or be more involved in your local community. Our Community Inclusion program was created with the intention to support just that. We believe friendship and community involvement not only change the lives of those we support but the community. We partner with Spokane County, Asotin-Garfield Counties and DDA, Department of Vocational Rehab, High Schools (School to work), and Tribal Communities to provide responsive and meaningful services to all those we are able. Services include Trial Work Experiences, Job Retention, Intensive Training Services, and community-based learning opportunities. We work closely with our stakeholder to ensure the high of contract performance and look forward to supporting your success!
To learn more:
920 E Wolverton Ct
T: (509) 701-2932
E: [email protected]