Employment Services
The Employment Services Department partners with a variety of employers to create meaningful and positive work experiences for people with disabilities in the community. Our team can assist with résumés, vocational assessments, job searching, placements, on-site training, and job coaching. Click here to download the employment services brochure.
We support people across the metro area in achieving their employment goals. Our services are available to all ages, from transition-age youth to adults, and we offer flexible support hours based on each person’s needs. We accept Waiver and VR referrals from individuals, families, and case managers.
For more information, please contact Marcus Skallman at 952-564-4258 or [email protected].
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Customized Employment (CE)
Customized Employment is an approach to hiring, retention and return to work that matches a job seeker’s strengths, the conditions under which they will be successful and their interests to the needs of an employer. It can bring people from diverse populations, including those with disabilities, into the workplace to contribute their talents to meet critical business needs. CE utilizes an individualized approach to employment planning and job development — one person at a time and one employer at a time. Because CE jobs are a good fit for the person and the employer, there is greater employee satisfaction and productivity, resulting in enhanced retention and profitability for employers.
Discovery Based Services
Discovery is the foundation of Customized Employment. It is a proven evidence-based practice that improves employment outcomes for youth and adults with disabilities. Discovery opens doors to employment for people who experience barriers to employment. The Discovery process enables youth and adults with disabilities and others to find a job that is a good fit with an employer who values and needs the talents they have to offer.
Follow Up Support Services
What it is
• Individualized support for each person
• Can assist with training and orientation
• Can help to identify accommodations
• Reinforce job role/responsibilities as identified by supervisor
• Promote good communication
What it isn’t
• An extra staff – job coach is there to support person, not the business
• Change the role/position
• Change structure of company/employer
• Unnecessary support – these are voluntary services
How to succeed
• Good communication with Employment Specialist and employee
• Clear delineation of roles/tasks of different people
• Clear expectations of tasks to be completed by the job seeker/employee
• Foster independence for employee
Advocacy Letter Writing Workshop
Want to see more affordable housing in the Twin Cities? Ready to speak up and make change happen? Join Emma, Reach’s Housing Supports Manager, for a hands-on Letter Writing & Advocacy Workshop! Learn how to share your story and make your voice heard by writing letters to your local legislators.
Date: Monday, February 9
Time: 4:00 – 5:30 p.m.
Location: SLP Rec Center: Gallery Room
Cost: FREE
Learn more about our Employment Services
For more information, please contact Marcus Skallman at 952-564-4258 or [email protected].
Click here to make a referral.