Employment Planning Services offered at Morningside Thurston County
Employment planning services are designed to assist individuals in determining their vocational goals. Using a person-centered approach, participants learn about employment opportunities within the community and are then able to make informed choices about their employment future. These services are designed to assist individuals in choosing employment outcomes and career development options that are based on his or her preferences, strengths, abilities and needs. Our services offer a variety of activities including job try outs, job tours, job shadowing, labor market analysis, community-based assessments, and possibilities for volunteering in the community. Morningside's evaluation and employment planning services are a way to help define what type of job is wanted and whether that job is right for the client. Services in this area help identify interests, abilities and needs that will be important to client's goals. Also provides the opportunity to explore work options by trying one or more jobs that the client might interested. Working with client and their vocational counselor, to develop a plan and decide how many jobs to try.
Physical Address
809 Legion Way Southeast, Olympia, WA 98501
Hours
M-F, 8am-4:30pm.
Voice
Application process
Referral from vocational counselor. If a client doesn't have someone to refer them or they aren't sure who to talk to, they can call Morningside and someone will be happy to talk to them.
Fee
The Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) and the Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) pays for most people who need services. Will work with people to see if they can help them. If they cannot and the client receives Social Security benefits, they can help with a work incentive plan to pay for service costs, and to keep costs at a minimum.
Eligibility
Individuals with disabilities.
Service area
Thurston, WA
Agency info
Morningside - Thurston County
Provides employment and training services to people with disabilities.