Young adults with developmental disabilities, autism, and previous brain injuries have a desire to find gainful employment in St. Charles County and St. Louis area. At RISE Services, Inc. Missouri we work with community members, including local employers, government agencies, and community organizations to bridge the gap between job seekers with disabilities and employers who want to hire them. Learn how we set up clients for career success with our professional vocational training for adults with disabilities by contacting us today.
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Gaining Skills And Experience
The difference between looking for a job and getting a job is often practical work experience and marketable job skills. Our pre-employment services address these needs by offering hands-on work experience, job interest inventories, and soft skills assessments. Other vocational-readiness tools that may benefit your loved one, include:
- Job shadowing
- Benefits counseling resources
- Technology assessments
- Transportation planning
- Real work experiences
- Soft skills training that may include communication and conversations with others, personal etiquette, and proper behavioral actions beyond assigned work tasks
Practical Steps Toward Work-Readiness
Our employment services for adults with disabilities support clients as they move from exploring potential job interests to gaining confidence in their newly developed life and career skills. We follow a specifically developed plan that includes:
- Create vocational plans and employment goals with a RISE Career Evaluator.
- Receive direct hands-on training, in-person demonstrations, and practical solutions to real work problems.
- Develop individualized plans that guide clients toward future employment.
School And Summer Programs
In addition to our customized employee support programs for adults with disabilities, we offer two youth-focused employment projects — School-to-Work transition programs and summer job services. We collaborate with St. Louis area schools and local businesses and agencies to create job opportunities for youth ages 17 to 21. Specific support is based on the unique needs of each student, but can include:
- Preparation for employment after high school
- Career exploration and job placement
- Work integrity and social skills training
- Appropriate interactions in the work environment
- Compassionate support that leads to a positive job outcome
Benefits of Working With RISE
Our vocational training programs for adults with disabilities set us apart from similar employment services as they help our clients build independence and practical expertise. With over 25 years of experience, we use the latest and most effective training techniques to help people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and traumatic brain injuries. With our trustworthy staff and innovative strategies, we maximize the strengths of our clients and help them overcome challenges that other organizations are often unable to address.
Regional Leader in Employment Services for Adults With Disabilities
Contact RISE today to learn more about our vocational training for adults with disabilities, competitive employment services, supported employment programs, adult day programs, support services including therapy and adaptive equipment, and more. We are grateful to our faithful funders who make it possible to provide community-based training with real work experiences in St. Louis, St. Louis County, St. Charles, St. Charles County, Jefferson County, Lincoln County, Franklin County, Warren County, and all surrounding areas.
