Step 6: Provision of Vocational Services

What are examples of job placement services?

• Work readiness, resume support, interview skills, career exploration, transition services, work adjustment, social/soft skills development.

Who provides the services?

• Services are provided in a variety of ways. It might be VR staff or a community provider.

What if my son or daughter does not have transportation to get to services?

• VR encourages individuals to plan for transportation and can provide short-term support such as mileage reimbursement in some situations for a specified period of time.

How does VR connect my student to employers?

• VR has staff (Employment Consultants) who develop relationships with employers that result in work experiences and/or employment for students. The Employment Consultant will work directly with the student to connect them with employers. VR may also refer a student to a job placement provider in the community to provide this service.