PROGRAM SERVICES

Job Placement Assistance

• Training activities addressing:
• Social skills
• Stamina building
• Survival skills
• Other individually identified skills areas are provided in various community environments selected by the consumer
• Real work environments are used to facilitate the transition into community employment

Community Based Assessments

• Identification of personal goals
• Options for employment
• Individual strengths and interests
• Person's level of skill and experience provide the framework from planning and implementing "Person Centered Services" chosen by the consumer.

Career Preparation, Exploration and Employability Skills Training

• Training opportunities designed to teach all facets of employment including:
• job seeking
• interviewing skills
• networking
• interests and values
• development work ethics
• job selection
• job retention
• identification of career goals
• resume writing
• arranging transportation
• other skills needed are provided by the agency

Transition Services

• Individually tailored programs brings students, educators, businesses, parents, and the community together to prepare them for employment through skill building and exploration of career interests and options.

Job Coaching and Follow Along

• Assistance in locating and applying for suitable jobs
• Consultation with employers regarding reasonable accommodation and adaptation
• Accessibility issues
• Job Coaching
• Personal care assistance
• Use of rehabilitation technology are some of the services ATWIL provides to enhance job placements.

Micro-Business Development

• Explore options and possibilities of owning your own business and micro-enterprise through developing:
• a business plan
• finding financial support
• marketing
• bookkeeping

Community Support Living

• Individuals are assisted with residing in and maintaining their own private homes in the community.