Persons with barriers to employment who require on-going additional supervision, training and support.

MISSION:

To improve current work skills and strengths and identify needs and preferences of the individual in a controlled paid work environment.

ADMISSION CRITERIA:

• Have a diagnosed disability or other barrier to employment
• Be referred by an agency having a service contract with KANDU or through a private payment agreement
• Be at least 16 years of age
• Be as independent as possible
• Current physical exam
• Recent psychological examination report
• Individual Educational Plan (for school students)
• Criminal justice history
• Reports from previous or current service providers/employers
• Complete a Vocational Evaluation

SERVICES PROVIDED:

• Functional living skills training
• Behavior learning strategies
• Work habits training
• Social skills training
• Speech, Occupational, and Physical Therapy referrals
• Travel training
• Adaptive/assistive technology
• Paid work opportunities
• Transportation arrangements, if necessary (paid by purchaser)
• Occupational health services
• Referral and follow-up services

REPORTING/STAFFING REQUIREMENTS:

• INDIVIDUAL SERVICE PLAN (ISP): An individual plan developed to determine goals based on the persons’ strengths, needs, abilities, and preferences.
• SEMI-ANNUAL REVIEW: Meeting with client worker and staff to review their goals, share supporting data, discuss progress and make changes as needed.
• ANNUAL REVIEW: Meeting with client worker, staff and full support team to obtain required information updates and review the ISP. All attendees are encouraged to provide input.