Choose Employment

When an Associate chooses eQuality, they are able to create an employment plan that fits their wants and needs.  Associates, a representative from eQuality and the Associate’s team sit down to figure out what will work best for them.  This decision is based on assessment of the Associate, special needs and input from the team.  Some Associates choose to work full time at an enclave site while others work part-time and participate in eQuality’s recreation, education and community integration activities. Associates can also work independently in the community and/or work at volunteer jobs in addition to their other placements.   Teams can be creative with the employment plan since eQuality is community based.  There are no walls to limit options.

 

• Enclave Jobs—eQuality Associates who work in an enclave have the benefit of a Job Coach on site at all times.  That Job Coach works with a group of up to eight individuals to complete the assigned job tasks while striving to help each individual Associate work towards their potential and accomplish their goals.  The groups are typically made up Associates with a range of skills and abilities.

• Independent Jobs—eQuality Associates who are able to be more independent can work in the community without a full time Job Coach.  The process to independence involves the following: Assessment of the Associate in all areas including vocational, social, financial, etc…The assessment helps eQuality staff pinpoint areas in which the Associate needs some assistance in order to be successful in their job placement.

 

Curriculum is based on areas that each individual Associate needs to grow in.  eQuality staff works 1:1 with the Associate in order to improve their skills and gain confidence in each area.

eQuality staff works with each individual Associate to help them apply for jobs and interview well.  Mock interviews are set up with managers of local businesses.  The Associate and eQuality staff receives feedback and use this to enhance the Associate’s interview skills.

Once an Associate achieves community employment, eQuality staff works directly with them on their job to establish a routine, create accommodations and to develop and maintain good relationships with supervisors and co-workers.  Associates receive ongoing support from eQuality staff to ensure success.

• Volunteer Jobs—eQuality Associates who would like to gain specific experience and add to their resume often volunteer.  eQuality staff works with the Associate to achieve a volunteer job in much the same way that an independent job is achieved.

 

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