The Employment Services program offers job placement, training, and follow-along services for individuals with disabilities. Job placement can include enclaves, supervised work crews, and individual placements.
Our hands-on approach to locating job opportunities for our clients requires that we first match their skills with an employers needs. An EPI “job coach” then works alongside the client at the job-site providing all necessary training until the individual is ready to work independently. EPI provides ongoing support through its “follow along” services.
Employment Opportunities
Employment staff work to find jobs to match your skills and capacities, as well as your wants and desires. Individual placements can include a variety of options including working in a supermarket, retail store, or restaurant, just to name a few. EPI also contracts with area businesses to provide work crew opportunities.
Eligibility
To be eligible, applicants should be:
- At least 18 years of age
- A person with a mental or physical disability
- Unemployed or underemployed
- Eligible for funding
- Motivated to work
- Realistic with employment goals
Funding for Services
Funding for services may be paid for through several different avenues which may include, but are not limited to:
- Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation
- Home County
- State
- Medicaid
- Self-Pay
Download the Employment Services brochure. |
