SERVICES - EMPLOYMENT FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES
Supported Employment
Supported employment offers individuals who are developmentally disabled and some disadvantaged youth ages 16-24 without disabilities the opportunity to enter the workforce. Individuals are provided multiple avenues to prepare for and become successful in the workforce. These include: paid and unpaid internship programs; occupational training programs in specialized fields; school to work programs and daily job readiness programs to help enhance social skills and prepare individuals with developmental disabilities for supported work, as well as competitive employment.
Employment services are available to individuals with developmental disabilities 18 and older, and some specified services are available to individuals without disabilities who meet income guidelines from all five boroughs.
School to Work Programs:
In collaboration with the New York City Department of Education, AHRC helps individuals in special education classes to smoothly transition from school into AHRC employment programs. An AHRC staff member helps student’s qualify for State funding with VESID or OPWDD so they can enter into AHRC employment services immediately after graduation. Students have the choice of entering any AHRC training or internship programs or being directly placed in an employment opportunity.
Daily Job Readiness
AHRC specializes in preparing individuals for employment by ensuring that the necessary clinical and support linkages are established and maintained. Job preparation programs utilize a person centered approach to create a weekly schedule of activities, trainings and volunteer opportunities that best meet the needs of the individual. Program participants are provided with trainings to enhance their ability to obtain, and maintain, employment.
Direct Placement Programs
These programs are for individuals who are interested in direct employment opportunities not in an internship program or a training program. AHRC will foster their natural abilities, and utilize their past and current skills to create employment opportunities. Some individuals may choose to attend AHRC’s weekly job club that helps to prepare them for the workforce and builds on currents skills. Individuals with a developmental disability will be provided with a job coach once they secure a position.
E-SEMP – Enhanced Supported Employment
Enhanced supported employment services are designed to allow individuals to work toward work goals. Unlike regular supported employment, enhanced supported employment is designed to allow flexibility in development of the individual employment outcomes and affords individuals with significant barriers the opportunity to work in the community. Time and duration of staff support is flexible. The goal of the program is to assist in identifying and securing customized work opportunities for each person that match his or her skill set, interests, dreams and desires.
E-SEMP provides services to individuals with developmental disabilities over the age of 21 who reside in all five boroughs.
Job Connection Center for Dually Diagnosed Individuals
A small innovative program with highly trained and experienced staff, specializing in preparing individuals emotionally, socially, and vocationally for the demands of employment. The program ensures that necessary clinical and support linkages are established and maintained. Individuals are provided with training to enhance their ability to obtain employment. This is a flexible program where participants can come as often they like.
The Job Connection Center offers services to dually diagnosed individuals over the age of 18 from all boroughs. The service is located in Brooklyn.
Internships
AHRC runs several training programs. These programs help youth with a development disability ages 16 to 24 and some youth without a disability, to find the career direction they want to pursue. Internships provide valuable entry-level work experience in a planned, supervised setting within a desired field. Additionally, individuals gain valuable career related experience, expand their professional knowledge, develop contacts and networking skills. In addition, they may develop self-confidence and start to recognize their abilities.
Internships are available to individuals with developmental disabilities over the age of 18 and some youth without disabilities in locations throughout the city.
Young Adult Internship Program (YAIP)
The YAIP program consists of in-house training seminars to prepare individuals ages 16-24, those with disabilities and those without, for employment and an internship to build skills and enhance their resumes. While participating in the program individuals will earn an hourly wage. After the completion of the program AHRC will continue to work with individuals to help secure regular employment or educational opportunities
Job Training Programs
AHRC offers training programs in specific fields. The training programs begin with work readiness and focus on resume building, time management and team work followed by an externship which will provide hands-on experience in a chosen field. At the end of the program AHRC will assist individuals in finding a job.
Careers in Foodservice Training Program
This training program will prepare individuals (ages 18-21 with a developmental disability and those without a disability who meet income guidelines) for a career in food service through classroom training and hands-on experience in a professional food service environment.
Careers in Hotel Housekeeping Training Program
AHRC offers a program for individuals with developmental disabilities in the hotel housekeeping industry. Individuals work towards improving their math, reading and writing abilities, while being taught the profession of hotel housekeeping by experienced professionals and gaining hands on experience at major New York City Hotels. Upon graduation students receive certificates of completion signed by the New York State Tourism and Hospitality Association.
Careers in Janitorial Service Training Program
This training program prepares individuals (ages 18-21 with a developmental disability and those without a disability who meet income guidelines) for a career in janitorial service through classroom training and hands-on experience in a professional janitorial environment.
Employment services are available to individuals with developmental disabilities 18 and older, and some specified services are available to individuals who meet income guidelines from all five boroughs. Services are provided in all five boroughs as specified.
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