Employment Discovery & Customization

Employment discovery and customization are time-limited assessment, discovery, customization, and training activities to assist people in gaining competitive employment at an integrated setting with competitive wages where most of the employees do not have disabilities. Examples include community-based situational assessments, job development, job and task analysis, job training, social skills training, basic safety skills, acceptable work behaviors, money management, work-related hygiene, etc.

This service may be provided for up to a 6-month period.

Our Belief Statements at Providence

At Providence, we are motivated by the following belief statements:

• We believe that adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities can be contributing and engaged members of their families and communities.
• We believe that, with the right placement and support, people with intellectual and developmental disabilities can work in meaningful jobs, earn competitive wages, and contribute to the world around them.
• We believe that community is meant for every person, regardless of their ability, and every person should be afforded the opportunity to live, learn, and work in their community.

To learn more about the employment discovery services offered by Providence, contact Jessica Holman, Director of Career Services.