South Chicago Parents & Friends provides Community Day Services and Supported Employment programming for adults with disabilities. Employment instills a tremendous amount of pride, independence, responsibility, and self-worth. Having proper vocational and behavioral skills is the place to start.

Envision Unlimited offers Employment programs at seven Chicago-area locations. Employment Services place clients in positive, team work environments where they're given the opportunity to develop their collaboration skills as well as develop a true sense of pride and self-confidence.Joining the workforce can be a profound moment for an individual with developmental disabilities. That's why Envision's Job Placement and Employment Services have helped clients choose, obtain, and retain community employment with companies such as the Shedd Aquarium, The Art Institute of Chicago, Jewel-Osco, and Family Dollar. Client teams also provide subcontracting solutions through the production of commercial pillows for today's transportation leaders.

Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) helps people with disabilities find and keep jobs. Through their Transition and STEP programs they help high school students who have disabilities plan for their futures after high school graduation. The Work Incentive Planning and Assistance Program helps people who receive SSDI/SSI benefits understand how working will affect their benefits. The Supported Employment Program (SEP) serves eligible people with significant disabilities who want to go to work and need on-going support services to succeed on the job.

Envision Unlimited offers Employment programs at seven Chicago-area locations. Employment Services place clients in positive, team work environments where they're given the opportunity to develop their collaboration skills as well as develop a true sense of pride and self-confidence.Joining the workforce can be a profound moment for an individual with developmental disabilities. That's why Envision's Job Placement and Employment Services have helped clients choose, obtain, and retain community employment with companies such as the Shedd Aquarium, The Art Institute of Chicago, Jewel-Osco, and Family Dollar. Client teams also provide subcontracting solutions through the production of commercial pillows for today's transportation leaders.

New Moms' Academic Coaching program was created to address this disparity. Through monthly stipends, childcare support, and individual and group coaching, New Moms provides a resource for young moms looking to graduate from postsecondary education and find work in family-sustaining, living-wage jobs. Young moms will remain enrolled in the program for up to 3 years, or until they complete their degree, with additional follow-up support offered post-graduation.

Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) helps people with disabilities find and keep jobs. Through their Transition and STEP programs they help high school students who have disabilities plan for their futures after high school graduation. The Work Incentive Planning and Assistance Program helps people who receive SSDI/SSI benefits understand how working will affect their benefits. The Supported Employment Program (SEP) serves eligible people with significant disabilities who want to go to work and need on-going support services to succeed on the job.

Envision Unlimited offers Employment programs at seven Chicago-area locations. Employment Services place clients in positive, team work environments where they're given the opportunity to develop their collaboration skills as well as develop a true sense of pride and self-confidence.Joining the workforce can be a profound moment for an individual with developmental disabilities. That's why Envision's Job Placement and Employment Services have helped clients choose, obtain, and retain community employment with companies such as the Shedd Aquarium, The Art Institute of Chicago, Jewel-Osco, and Family Dollar. Client teams also provide subcontracting solutions through the production of commercial pillows for today's transportation leaders.

Northwest Compass provides housing and supportive services to help unaccompanied young adults prepare for life's challenges and navigate crisis. They offer services that aim to break the cycle of poverty for the unseen and often stigmatized population of unaccompanied young adults aged 18-24.

Northwest Compass services include intake and referrals, crisis intervention, solution-focused case management, street outreach, individual financial counseling, and money management classes, career coaching and job readiness, and more to alleviate hardships and allow clients to become stable and stay empowered in their everyday lives.

South Chicago Parents & Friends provides Community Day Services and Supported Employment programming for adults with disabilities. Employment instills a tremendous amount of pride, independence, responsibility, and self-worth. Having proper vocational and behavioral skills is the place to start.

Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) helps people with disabilities find and keep jobs. Through their Transition and STEP programs they help high school students who have disabilities plan for their futures after high school graduation. The Work Incentive Planning and Assistance Program helps people who receive SSDI/SSI benefits understand how working will affect their benefits. The Supported Employment Program (SEP) serves eligible people with significant disabilities who want to go to work and need on-going support services to succeed on the job.

- Developmental Services and Community Integration: Provides skill training, paid work opportunities, community integration and employment to individuals in order to enhance and maintain their independence in community living. The program provides support, assistance and advocacy for individuals with developmental disabilities. - STARS (Structured Therapeutic Adult Recreation Services) Program: Collaboration between AID and Fox Valley Special Recreation Association. Focuses on active community integration, volunteer work and fitness activities for participants. - Autism Program: Emphasis placed on a specialized curriculum that includes communication skills, social and coping skills, functional life skills, community integration, vocational skills and volunteer opportunities. - Vocational Training: Assistance for individuals in obtaining and maintaining job training through subcontracts or community job sites. - Volunteer Sites: Used for the purpose of community integration as well as skill training. Clients learn social skills and an appreciation of giving back to the community as well as enhancing their vocational skills toward community employment. - Food Service: Trains clients in basic food service skills and positive work behaviors, enhances their independence and prepares them for community employment. Food Service also increases life-long learned skills, daily living skills and vocational skills.

Provides people with developmental disabilities the assistance to build stability into their by providing advocacy, help with decision making, managing health issues, and supporting healthy living. Activities include educational instruction, daily living skills practice, and vocational support. Vocational training supports developing job skills, positive work habits, and allows access to work in a supervised environment.

Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) helps people with disabilities find and keep jobs. Through their Transition and STEP programs they help high school students who have disabilities plan for their futures after high school graduation. The Work Incentive Planning and Assistance Program helps people who receive SSDI/SSI benefits understand how working will affect their benefits. The Supported Employment Program (SEP) serves eligible people with significant disabilities who want to go to work and need on-going support services to succeed on the job.

Moves people with disabilities from unemployment or segregated employment to employment in the community at competitive wages. Helps people find and keep community jobs. Services include: - Job Development and Placement. - Work setting training. - Advocacy. - Ongoing Assessment. - Follow-up support services. - Support of an on site job coach is provided, as needed. Workers Unlimited Club: - Awareness of employment options and the community integrated employment skills. - Leadership and self advocacy skills. - Job experiences and employment opportunities. - Community service. - Makes potential employers aware of the benefits of hiring people with disabilities.

Assists individuals with disabilities with finding and maintaining work. Individuals that are eligible for this program receive assistance from a Job Coach through a work experience that can last up to 6 months. In addition, individuals in this program receive assistance with resume and cover letter development, applying for work, and mock interviews.

The Individualized Placement and Support Program (IPS), funded by the Illinois Department of Human Services, Division of Rehabilitation Services, provides supported employment services to adult individuals currently receiving mental health treatment who accept such services. IPS staff offers benefits counseling to address consumer concerns regarding loss of benefits, which often pose a significant barrier to seeking stable employment.IPS staff members administer a Job Preferences Inventory tool to determine consumer preferences for desired work settings, career fields, work schedule, location and accessibility, strengths and abilities, past experience, weaknesses, etc. The tool assists in the preparation of an Individualized Job Search Plan along with the initial assessment identifying consumer choices. IPS staff actively outreach to the business community and seek to establish an active dialogue with local business owners for the purpose of establishing collaborative relationships and potential job placement sites.

Helps people with disabilities find employment in many different settings (office, food service, retail, manufacturing, etc). Services are offered to help individuals build the skills they will need to get and keep employment.

RISE provides people with diverse abilities the support and training necessary to obtain employment within the community.

Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) helps people with disabilities find and keep jobs. Through their Transition and STEP programs they help high school students who have disabilities plan for their futures after high school graduation. The Work Incentive Planning and Assistance Program helps people who receive SSDI/SSI benefits understand how working will affect their benefits. The Supported Employment Program (SEP) serves eligible people with significant disabilities who want to go to work and need on-going support services to succeed on the job.

To help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities by enabling them to successfully live, learn, work, and socialize in the community. Its programs are attuned to the unique potential of each individual and designed to build self-confidence and independence. Support services are provided through one or more of the following programs: - 24-hour residential support. - Developmental training. - Supported living. - Supported employment. - Competitive employment. - Janitorial training.

Envision Unlimited offers Employment programs at seven Chicago-area locations. Employment Services place clients in positive, team work environments where they're given the opportunity to develop their collaboration skills as well as develop a true sense of pride and self-confidence.Joining the workforce can be a profound moment for an individual with developmental disabilities. That's why Envision's Job Placement and Employment Services have helped clients choose, obtain, and retain community employment with companies such as the Shedd Aquarium, The Art Institute of Chicago, Jewel-Osco, and Family Dollar. Client teams also provide subcontracting solutions through the production of commercial pillows for today's transportation leaders.

Garden Center Services' Supported Employment Program is a creative approach to employment for people with disabilities and a valuable resource for local businesses. Employees receive individualized job skills training and on-the-job support to ensure their performance meets employer expectations and encourages job retention.

This program matches employment needs with individuals. Program participants include: - Hearing or visual impairments. - Cancer or diabetes. - Mental illness (most commonly depression or anxiety). - Physical, developmental and learning disabilities. - Traumatic brain injury. Each individual is coached and prepared for the workforce. Individuals are matched with jobs based on skills and capabilities. Job search skills, resume writing, interview techniques, workplace etiquette, and skills training are all covered in the program. An employment specialist is also provided when an individual in the program begins employment that provides job coaching, and remains in place until the individual reaches job independence. The employment specialist works closely with the employer to determine the level of involvement he or she needs to provide. They also work with individuals off-site to provide job support.

Provides vocational services to help people with disabilities find and keep jobs for which they are qualified. Job Development and Placement - With a consumer's skills and preferences in mind, staff and consumers negotiate with potential employers to secure job opportunities in areas where the consumer is likely to be most successful. With each match, both the employer and their new employee continue to receive supportive services to maximize the benefits each contributes to each other. On-The-Job Training - Help individuals who have limited or no work previous work experience acquire marketable job and transition skills. Short-term training is provided in actual work settings in order to provide a realistic work experience. Supported Employment Services - Job-specific training and support, both on and off the job, is provided to assist consumers in developing the specific skills needed to successfully maintain the job of their choice. Services are gradually withdrawn to allow the greatest level of independence.