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Job Development

Competitive employment services are designed to give an individual the supports he/she needs to work as independently as possible in the community.  If someone is interested in this type of employment, a job developer is assigned to assist with all of the activities involved in securing a new job.  This includes developing a vocational goal and résumé, preparing for an interview and assistance during the interview.  Once a position is offered, the job developer also assists with the hiring paperwork and assures a smooth transition by coordinating job coaching services. 

For additional information about job development services, please contact Mike Jacobs at Mjacobs@summitdd.org or by calling 330-634-8144.  You may also visit the website www.PuttingPeopleToWork.com

 

Job Coaching

Once a job in the community is secured, we are there to assist with learning the new responsibilities.  Job coaching services are provided by a staff member who works with the new employee and the employer to develop clear expectations of tasks to be performed. These tasks are taught to the new employee by using methods that best meet his/her learning style.  We essentially start the new job right along with the new employee.   

Once the new employee understands and is comfortable performing his/her work tasks, the staff member fades into services called follow-along supports.  

For additional information about job coaching services, please contact Mike Jacobs at Mjacobs@summitdd.org or by calling 330-634-8144.  You may also visit the website www.PuttingPeopleToWork.com

Follow-Along

Once a new employee is comfortable on the job, the staff member provides follow-along supports.  A staff member checks in with the employee and employer to ensure continued success and to address any potential pitfalls that could lead to the loss of employment.  Follow-along services are typically provided twice a month.

For additional information about follow-along services, please contact Mike Jacobs at Mjacobs@summitdd.org or by calling 330-634-8144.  You may also visit the website www.PuttingPeopleToWork.com

 


Enclave/Workstation Employment

 

Enclave employment services are designed to support individuals by locating and maintaining integrated community-based group employment. If someone is interested in this service, a job developer is assigned to assist with creating the right job match. Once employment is secured, an on-site workstation specialist is there to cover day-to-day supervision issues and ensure that the work is completed to meet the needs of the employer.

Summit DD currently operates enclave employment sites in the following industries.

Manufacturing
Assembly
Car and Commercial Vehicle Cleaning
Janitorial Services
Light Commercial Maintenance
Grounds keeping/Clean-up

For additional information about enclave employment, please contact Eric Matheny at Ematheny@summitdd.org or by calling 330-634-8151.  You may also visit the website www.PuttingPeopleToWork.com

 

Job Exploration Training (J.E.T.) Program

The J.E.T. program is designed to provide real work experiences, paid or volunteer, at community job sites for individuals-served who want supported employment in the future. J.E.T. will provide job training and work skill development. J.E.T. Trainees will actively engage in career exploration. Trainees who have met their vocational training goals will be referred to Job Development, as appropriate.

The J.E.T. trainee must be able to safely function in the community with supervision that fades.

The J.E.T. program is a time-limited service. Every six months, the trainees will move to a new work site. A trainee must complete the program in two years or experience a total of four work sites.

Benefits of the Program 

  • J.E.T. prepares the individual for a variety of work opportunities, situations and tasks.
  • Job skills are taught in a natural working environment.
  • J.E.T. assists individuals with individual career exploration.
  • J.E.T. staff work with the ISP team to communicate and implement the vocational objectives as defined by the individual.
  • Trainees will be assessed at each job site.
  • The program provides job development, job coaching and follow-along, as appropriate.
  • All trainees will receive a resume and a certificate of completion.

For additional information about the J.E.T. program, please contact Staci Nevels at Snevels@summitdd.org or by calling 330-634-8194.  You may also visit the website www.PuttingPeopleToWork.com