Community Prevocational Services prepare people with developmental disabilities for paid employment or meaningful community activities, including volunteering, community exploration and integration. These services are provided through out Erie and Niagara counties at multiple locations and are designed to be person-centered and part of the employment continuum.

Admissions

The goal of the People Inc. Job Placement Program is to assist people whose disabilities constitute a substantial obstacle to employment in the competitive work world. This service is designed to provide admission/initial assessment, job development, job placement, and intensive on-site training and related support services on a short-term basis.

Information: 716.694.6630

4286 Delaware Ave
Tonawanda, NY 14150

PTE • All Regions

Provides assistance for people to obtain, maintain or advance in competitive employment or self-employment. This individualized service offers the opportunity to identify a career or vocational direction. Pathway to Employment also provides instruction and training in job readiness skills and develops a plan for achieving competitive, integrated employment at or above the New York State minimum wage. 

Within 12 months, the outcome of this service is documentation of the participant’s stated career objective, a detailed career plan used to guide employment supports and preparation for supported employment services.

The goal of the Social and Vocational Enrichment (SaVE) Transition Program is to significantly increase the community-based experiences and job readiness skills of special education students. The program begins to prepare students and their families for what resources are available in the community to support each student as they transition from school to adult life. SaVE is provided to various Western New York school districts.

Students first joining the program will receive in-school training, learning skills such as working in the cafeteria and making print shop deliveries. When students are ready to enter the community, they will complete four internships, each a total of 10 weeks, in a range of industries. A SaVE Transition Specialist will accompany two to four participants at each internship, guiding them every step of the way.
 

CPV and DHWW 

A community-based program offering young adults with developmental disabilities an opportunity to experience life on a college campus and locations within the area business community, while developing functional skills. The program focuses on independence in the community, preparation for employment and continuation of the learning process, as well as establishing and maintaining friendships. 

All activities are designed through person-centered planning and will ready participants for integrated, competitive employment.

Age: 18-26, some exceptions are available

Transportation: Medicaid transportation is provided to all participants who require the service. There may be some limitations regarding distance. Mobility training is a skill that is encouraged in the program, so utilizing public transportation may be appropriate in some instances.