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Page 2 of 3 WorkAbility I is a California school and community transition program working to benefit students, employers, and the community at large, which successfully meets the needs of local job markets.
WorkAbility I promotes independent living and provides comprehensive pre-employment worksite training, employment and follow-up services for youth in special education who are making the transition from school to work, post-secondary education or training.
WorkAbility I provides secondary special education students the opportunity to obtain marketable skills while
completing their education. Frequently Asked Questions: Q. How Does the Program Benefit the Employer? A. Participating Employers Receive the Following benefits: - Screened, job-ready workers
- Workers whose skills and interests are assessed
and matched to employer needs - Training wages
- On-going support services to student and employer
Q. What Requirements Must the Employer Meet?
- Provide a job description and identify essential functions
- Designate an employee in the work area as a contact person
- Provide a challenging employment opportunity
Q. What Related Services Does WorkAbility I Provide?
A. WorkAbility I provides the following related services, as appropriate:
- Evaluation of student interests and abilities
- Vocational training
- Placement assistance and follow-up
- Training in order to upgrade skills
- Work site monitoring and supervision
Q. How Does a Student Get Referred to WorkAbility I Services?
A. Contact the Student's Special Education Teacher WorkAbility I Program would like to thank the following employers for their participation in our program: - Albertson's
- Blockbuster
- Kaiser Hospital
- Kinko's
- Max's Cafe
- Daniel Mendoza, D.D.S.
- Mervyn's
- Office Depot
- Old Navy
- OICW
- Peninsula Beauty
- Petco
- Pet Food Express
- Pottery Barn
- Redwood City Child Development Center
- Red Morton Community Center
- Rite Aid
- Ross
- San Mateo County Parks and Recreation
- Sequoia Children's Center
- Sequoia Hospital
- Social Security Administration
- Speedway
- Teddy Bear Stuffers
- Veterans Memorial Senior Center
- Williams-Sonoma
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