The Work Ordered Day Program consists of six work units: Clerical, Food Service, Education, Administrative, and Transitional Employment. New members may choose to experience each unit during an orientation period in order to determine which area is of greatest interest to them. The Clerical Unit’s duties involve receptionist work, scheduling of appointments, outreach, and member intakes and orientation. Computers are available for training in word processing, database development, preparation of monthly newsletters, and research. Additional responsibilities include Database Management, Network Management, Internet Services, Web site Administration and Computer User Technical Support. Finally, this unit is also responsible for the ordering of supplies, photocopying and filing. The vanAmerigen Food Service Unit’s responsibilities include meal preparation, grocery shopping, menu planning, outreach, cashiering, bank deposits, financial procedures, and operation of food service equipment and maintenanc

The Work Ordered Day Program consists of six work units: Clerical, Food Service, Education, Administrative, and Transitional Employment. New members may choose to experience each unit during an orientation period in order to determine which area is of greatest interest to them. The Clerical Unit’s duties involve receptionist work, scheduling of appointments, outreach, and member intakes and orientation. Computers are available for training in word processing, database development, preparation of monthly newsletters, and research. Additional responsibilities include Database Management, Network Management, Internet Services, Web site Administration and Computer User Technical Support. Finally, this unit is also responsible for the ordering of supplies, photocopying and filing. The vanAmerigen Food Service Unit’s responsibilities include meal preparation, grocery shopping, menu planning, outreach, cashiering, bank deposits, financial procedures, and operation of food service equipment and maintenanc

Program that offers social, recreational, prevocational and vocational rehabilitation services within the context of a supportive and structured environment where members can be involved in meaningful activities which help them regain a sense of self-worth, purpose and confidence and enhance their ability to sustain independent living.

Helping individuals with disabilities to achieve their full social, vocational and economic potential through sheltered workshop, community employment programs and various community work sites

Psychiatric rehabilitation services including transitional employment opportunities, educational supports, social opportunities, etc.

Provides comprehensive training and employment services to assist eligible farmworkers to reach self-sufficiency through successful job placement.

Offers a Licensed Prevocational Program in which individuals are in a sheltered setting and have the opportunity to attend vocational day programming. Provides learning job skills, communication skills, and coping skills. Tries to provide an atmosphere that is closest to a real work environment in the community.

The Work Ordered Day Program consists of six work units: Clerical, Food Service, Education, Administrative, and Transitional Employment. New members may choose to experience each unit during an orientation period in order to determine which area is of greatest interest to them. The Clerical Unit’s duties involve receptionist work, scheduling of appointments, outreach, and member intakes and orientation. Computers are available for training in word processing, database development, preparation of monthly newsletters, and research. Additional responsibilities include Database Management, Network Management, Internet Services, Web site Administration and Computer User Technical Support. Finally, this unit is also responsible for the ordering of supplies, photocopying and filing. The vanAmerigen Food Service Unit’s responsibilities include meal preparation, grocery shopping, menu planning, outreach, cashiering, bank deposits, financial procedures, and operation of food service equipment and maintenanc

Program that provides individual and group instruction and/or counseling for individuals with disabilities who need to develop physical and emotional tolerance for work demands and pressures; acquire personal-social behaviors that will allow them to get along with employers and co-workers on the job; and develop the basic manual, academic and communications skills that are needed to acquire basic job skills.

Provides opportunities and support for community inclusion in order to build interest in and develop skills for competitive integrated employment.

Offers support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and Autism that allows them to participate in employment, leisure, religious, or social activities. Provides education to caregivers and staff to better communicate, organize, include, and engage clients in daily home chores and family activities.

Offers educational instruction with photography, cooking, printing, computers, ceramics, arts and crafts, and woodshop.

Provides job coaching, counseling, development, and placement. Services are individualized and often take place at the employment site/home of the consumer.

Vocational Training programs give people with intellectual and developmental disabilities opportunities to earn money, socialize, and learn new job skills while working on manufacturing, assembly, and packaging projects for area businesses.

Teaches life skills to support individuals with intellectual disabilities and Autism. Provides opportunities for learning in areas such as daily living (i.e. cooking, cleaning, hygiene), employment skills, computer skills, communication, community involvement, volunteering, and more. Also offers programs for school age children and older adults.

Offers training in all spheres of employment to include job training on a variety of jobs, social competence in the workplace, and development of soft skills. Provides community-based activities in order to obtain “real world” work experiences.

Offers pre-employment training, skills development, goal orientation, and assist with attaining/maintaining employment.

Helps develop functional skills and discover talents through volunteer opportunities and engaging social activities. Activities include visiting parks, swimming, bowling, horseback riding, baseball games, fitness, and more. Instructs clients in a variety of social, community, technology, personal and vocational skills. Offers volunteer opportunities including assisting in delivering meals, at food pantries, local churches, hospitals, community gardening, animal shelters, libraries and more.

Offers a range of services and opportunities for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Eligible individuals can elect to participate in Prevocational and Adult Training services. In-home assistance is also available.

Provides job development, job coaching and follow-along support to adults with disabilities so they can work in the community. This service is available to any adult who is motivated to work for wages in a competitive job. Via focuses on career planning and helps adults with disabilities as they move into the workforce. Through School-to-Work Transition Services, Via works with students, in partnership with their school districts and the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation to create a personalized employment plan and explore careers of interest.

Provides support to 16-25 year olds struggling with a mental health diagnosis. Some of the clubhouse's opportunities include: - Skill building and resource development (for housing, education, employment, and social) - Provides support in returning to educational settings - Assists in experience building and application process for employment. On-the-job support is provided, as needed, with the supported employment program - Offers social opportunities in the clubhouse and in the community

Offers personal work adjustment training and vocational rehabilitation.

Subcontracts with business and industry are utilized to provide work experience and training options for individuals preparing for competitive employment

Prepares and places individuals with disabilities or other barriers to employment in competitive jobs. Both services include pre-employment services, such as resume, job readiness preparation, preparation, mock interviews, and interviewing skills.

Vocational Training programs give people with intellectual and developmental disabilities opportunities to earn money, socialize, and learn new job skills while working on manufacturing, assembly, and packaging projects for area businesses.