Employment Services
Our Mission: To empower
individuals with the skills to be comfortable in their community.
CARS Employment Consultants are trained professionals that
are available to assist you in every step of your job
search. They will also be there after you find your
job to ensure your success!
The process begins when you fill out an application for
Vocational Rehabilitation (VR). Once you are found
eligible by VR, your VR Counselor will give you contact
information for Employment Service providers in your area.
When you choose CARS, your VR Counselor, your Employment
Consultant and You will develop your "Individualized Plan
for Employment and Supports" or IPES.
This plan is based on your employment wants, needs and desires
The plan includes, among other things, desired pay, work hours, type
of work, and location.
It is important that you actively participate in this meeting because
it is for you. We are searching for long-term employment for you
and we want your job to be something you are interested in and enjoy
doing.
After your plan has been agreed upon, your Employment Consultant (EC)
will meet with you to start working toward your goal. Your EC is
there to help you as much as you want during your job search.
Building your resume, developing your interviewing skills, and
searching for the job are a few ways your EC will help you. You
set the level of involvement you want from your EC
If you have Social Security Income, or other benefits, CARS can help
you how to best balance your resources with your employment desires.
Whether this is your first job or you are returning to the work force,
our Employment Service Staff is here to assist you. CARS
responsibilities as a part of your team include:
• Assisting you in selecting a vocational goal of your choice.
• Matching your skills and abilities with the needs of employers in
your community.
• Helping you find a job that will work for you.
• Providing training and support on the job, as needed.
• Designing our program around your needs to help you succeed.
• Providing Employment Services Staff members to answer questions that
you may have. We encourage you to talk freely about your
employment goals. We are here to make you successful!
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