WDS ResourcesResources
Customized Employment Videos
http://www.dol.gov/dol/media/webcast/20110610-odep-ce/
These Customized Employment (CE) videos, each specifically focused on Employers, Youth, or a General audience, highlight the benefits of CE, an employment strategy which matches the skills and preferences of the individual with the specific business needs of the employer. This process results in expanded employment opportunities for those who utilize and engage in this innovative, evidenced-based approach to employment. The General audience video has been created in both English and Spanish.
Griffin-Hammis Associates, LLC
http://griffinhammis.cequick.com/
Online Staff Training courses include: Customized Employment, Discovering Personal Genius, Customized Job Development, Interest-Based Employer Negotiation, and Systematic Worksite Instruction.
Plans for Achieving Self-Support (PASS) (pdf)
Real People, Real Jobs: Stories from the front line
http://www.realworkstories.org/
This site highlights the employment successes of people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) who are working in paid jobs in their communities.
Job Squad
Job Squad is a private nonprofit organization and community rehabilitation program. Job Squad's mission is to provide employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
National Association of Councils on Developmental Disabilities (NACDD)
The Time is Now: Embracing Employment First (pdf)
Employment First Georgia
http://employmentfirstgeorgia.org