Employment Services

Overview

The opportunity to lead a purposeful and fulfilling life may include finding a pathway to employment. Advocates partners with individuals who wish to find the right employment or career path based on their skills and interests. We provide opportunities for adults with intellectual and development disabilities to develop or expand their skills, work toward an earned income, and contribute to the community in a meaningful way.

Employment supports include job development; resume building; on-the-job training and support; assistive technology support; transportation coordination; case management; and employee benefits assistance. Employment settings may include garden centers, restaurants, hospitals, outdoor recreational sites, universities, retail stores, hotels, manufacturing plants, warehouses, and more.
 

Services

Group Supported Employment

Provides site-based skills training with on-the-job supports for small groups in a variety of industries.

Individual Employment Services

Offers individualized support from a job coach. This service begins with job development and carries through to 1:1 on-the-job coaching and support.

Pre-Employment Transition Services (PRE-ETS)

Available for students with disabilities enrolled in high school and/or post-secondary educational programs, aged 14-22.
 

Eligibility

Advocates Employment Services may be funded by the Department of Developmental Services, MassAbility, and other Massachusetts state agencies. Private pay opportunities are available. Please contact our staff to discuss your needs.

Advocates Employment Services is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF).