Developing independence at work
At RISE Services, Inc. we equip adults and youth living with developmental disabilities and Autism Spectrum Disorder with resources and strategies for successful job transitions. By assisting clients with personalized employment support for people with disabilities, individuals can improve their skills, build their confidence, and work toward developing independence at their workplace. Learn more by contacting us today.
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On-site Job Assistance
When a client is hired by their employer, a RISE employment advisor is on-site to help the individual learn their new job tasks, incorporate positive workplace strategies, and build natural supports with co-workers. We work closely with each employer’s management team to ensure a successful employee orientation and productive business environment. Supporting our clients at their workplace can set them on the right path toward building community, independence, and relationships.
Supported Employment
Once employed, a job coach will join the team. The job coach helps the client learn the duties of their new job, problem solve and creates a support system at work by:
- Incorporating any accommodations that may be needed
- Analyzing job expectations to ensure proper training
- Offering strategies to help accomplish new tasks
- Assisting on and/or off-site as needed to help the client learn all the elements of their new job
Once job coaching has faded and retention services begin, the job coach will maintain regular contact with both the client and the employer to ensure longevity on the job.
Valuable Retention Services
When our employed client has completed on-the-job training and is ready to work on their own, RISE provides need-based retention services. Our retention assisted employment services are designed to support individuals with disabilities in a long-term capacity. Through a team approach, a job coach lends support to the newly working individual as they grow in their position, such as:
- Learning advanced job skills
- Reinforcing good work habits
- Building positive relationships
- Teaching self-management techniques
- Mediating between our client and staff
Creating Future Employment Opportunities
We stand firm in our belief that every individual deserves an opportunity to earn a living for themselves. Not only does this build their confidence, but it can improve their future employment possibilities. Contact us today to learn more about our employment support for people with disabilities in St. Louis, St. Louis County, St. Charles, St. Charles County, Lincoln County, Warren County, Franklin County, Jefferson County and all adjacent areas. RISE also provides hourly support services, therapy, adaptive equipment, adult day programs, and more.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Our job support services (often provided by a job coach) include hands-on training, advocacy, and guidance during the onboarding and integration phases. We help individuals learn their new responsibilities, understand workplace culture, and navigate any challenges that arise, ensuring they feel supported and confident.
Yes. We believe long-term success is the goal. Our ongoing job support is designed to phase out gradually as the individual becomes more comfortable and proficient in their role, but we remain available to provide follow-along support, assistance with new tasks, or help with resolving workplace communication issues.
We assist individuals in developing the communication skills necessary to interact effectively with supervisors and colleagues. This includes learning how to ask for help, clarifying expectations, and advocating for necessary accommodations to ensure they can perform their job duties successfully.
