Supported Employment

Supported Employment

As a trusted Vocational Rehabilitation Services provider, Easterseals Northeast Indiana is dedicated to helping people with disabilities prepare for, obtain, and retain meaningful employment in their communities. Our Supported Employment Services are personalized and tailored to each individual’s unique goals, strengths, and needs, ensuring the best possible chance for success.

These comprehensive services may include:

• Resume development and assistance with job applications, helping individuals create professional, tailored résumés and navigate the online and in-person application process with confidence.

• Pre-vocational skills training, focusing on essential workplace readiness skills such as time management, communication, teamwork, and problem-solving, all of which are critical for job success.

• Interview practice, including mock interviews, coaching on how to answer common questions, and tips on making a positive impression with potential employers.

• Help identifying interests and potential jobs, using personalized assessments and one-on-one discussions to match individuals with career opportunities that align with their strengths and passions.

• Job coaching, providing on-the-job support and guidance to help individuals learn specific job tasks, adapt to workplace expectations, and build their confidence and independence.

At Easterseals Northeast Indiana, our goal is to empower every person we serve with the tools, training, and support they need to achieve their career goals and thrive in the workforce.

While our goal is to help individuals succeed in long-term, sustainable employment, we also recognize the importance of exploring interests, developing skills, and building confidence along the way. To support this journey, we offer a variety of opportunities for individuals to identify their strengths and preferences while gaining valuable work experience. These opportunities may include:

• Volunteer projects, which provide a safe and supportive environment to learn new tasks, practice workplace skills, and contribute to the community.
• Job shadowing, allowing individuals to observe professionals in various roles, ask questions, and learn firsthand what different careers involve.
• Mentorships, pairing individuals with experienced mentors who can offer guidance, share knowledge, and provide valuable insights into the world of work.
• Internships, which offer structured, short-term placements where individuals can gain hands-on experience, develop relevant skills, and build their résumés.
• Temporary job placements, providing an opportunity to try out different roles, build work experience, and discover what types of work align best with each individual’s interests and abilities.

Through these opportunities, we empower individuals to explore their options, build confidence, and make informed decisions about their future careers—paving the way for long-term employment success.

Workforce Collaboration Program 

Workforce Collaboration is a partnership between Easterseals and RepuCare to provide education, employment support and opportunities, and resources to individuals aged 18-64 enrolled in Anthem’s Hoosier Care Connect plan.

Easterseals will educate members on available employment programs and assess their job skills to determine the level of support needed to be employed.

Easterseals will provide pre-employment readiness options to individuals who need additional support and provide employment support to individuals seeking employment.

Extended Services

Extended services are work-related supports that help individuals succeed after they have obtained community employment. Services may include job-specific safety training; training to improve workplace integration; training on public transportation; coaching on job-related tasks; facilitation of driver’s education training; and other services to reinforce and stabilize the job placement.

Workplace Assistance

Workplace Assistance provides personal care services and supports during supported employment hours to ensure the health and safety of the individual, therefore helping them retain employment. Examples of workplace assistance include help with meals, hygiene and medication administration.

Ticket to Work

Easterseals Northeast Indiana is designated as an Employment Network for the Ticket to Work program through the Social Security Administration.