School to Work Transition Program
Assessment Services
Vocational assessment is a necessary component of the educational process especially for those students whose disability (s) may pose a handicap to employment. Early assessment during post-secondary education can provide the foundation for a successful transition from school to work. Some students may need time within a supportive work setting upon graduation, that only sheltered employment can provide, as a training before community employment. Collaboration between the schools and the vocational evaluator is essential to determine the needs and create successful plans for students
What can we offer your students?
- Vocational Evaluation
- Vocational Training
- Work Experience
- Individual Counseling
- Job Placement
- Long Term Employment
What is a Vocational Assessment?
A vocational assessment is a comprehensive and individualized evaluation. It is geared to quickly assess the vocational strengths, needs and preferences of an individual. The vocational assessment culminates with a recommendation for either immediate community employment, outside vocational training, skills training for future employment or sheltered employment with a long term goal of community employment.
Assessment Includes:
- Physical & Psychological capacities & limitations
- Vocational interests
- Skills
- Work tolerance
- Work habits
- Work behaviors
The Tools used will be taken from a selection of standardized tests and individualized to each student. All evaluations include situational assessments, in areas such as workshop, cafeteria, warehouse, Market Central, and/or clerical of the Occupational Center of Union County and in the community when appropriate.
How Do You Get Started?
Students must meet the following requirements to enter the Work Experience Transition Program:
General Medical with TB screen.
Student must be at least 16 years of age.
School district must supply transportation.
Student must attend intake appointment and complete all necessary forms.
Student must be able to follow own schedule and be independent in regards to personal needs.
Student must be able to respond to staff intervention and not exhibit any violent or destructive behavior.
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