Supported Employment Program
Supported employment encourages participation in community life.
Each potential employee recieves support from a Hope Haven job coach who trains them appropriatly for the job.
As the employee adjusts to the work setting, the coach gradually reduces the time spent with the individual so that pride in independant workmanship can occur.
Hope Haven's staff maintains contact with the individual for the duration of employment, encouraging a high level of job preformance.
Supported Employment Services Provide:
Prior to partnering an employer with an employee, Hope Haven assesses the employee's needs, abilities, and talents and helps them find a work setting that is mutually beneficial.
"Our Hope Haven employees are always here on time and dressed appropriately; they are simply a joy to work with."
-Susan Van Gigch, Cafeteria Manager, UGA Bolton Dining Hall
- employment for the individuals who have experienced interrrupted or intermittent employment as a result of their disability.
- jobs in the community that offer 80 hours or more per month in an integrated work setting.
- support to preform work productively
- long-term and intensive direct or indirect job related support including supervision, adaptive equipment, transportation assistance, peer support, and personal care.
- a Hope Haven staff member serving as a job coach to assist with training support.
To inquire about hiring an employee form Hope Haven's Supported Employment program, contact Hope Haven directly.