Work Services provides an opportunity for individuals to experience a work environment with on site support, teaching and skill development.  The goal of the program is to provide as many varied work sites and settings to allow all individuals, no matter the disability, the opportunity to work. It is also the goal of the service area to find employment in the least restrictive environment while maintaining the belief that employment be in the most integrated setting possible. 

Supported Employment provides a wide range of opportunities for individuals seeking community employment. The number of hours worked, environments, and skills needed for the jobs are matched to the individual’s employment goals.  This could be a part time or a full time position or multiple positions in various work environments.

The persons served in Supported Employment are assigned a Employment Specialist who is responsible to provide and assist in on going training and support for the individual at the job site and other job related skills.

Competitive Employment serves persons needing time-limited assistance in becoming knowledgeable in job-seeking skills, job duties, employment practices and integration into the workforce.

The Employment Specialist is responsible to work with the individual receiving services and the referring agencies to ensure all employment goals are met. The Employment Specialist provides supports in skill training along with assistance in the elimination of other work related barriers. For example transportation, child care, living arrangements, and recreational activities.

This is a service provided in part through the generosity of the United Way of Ellis County. This program provides individualized support unique to each person. The purpose of this service is to ensure long-term success for both the individual and the employer.