PRE-EMPLOYMENT TRANSITION SERVICES
PRE-EMPLOYMENTTRANSITION SERVICESFor Students with DisabilitiesWhat are Pre-EmploymentTransition Services?Pre-Employment Transition Services, also called“Pre-ETS,” — offered to any student with adisability — aids students in exploring and planningfor successful future employment, throughtargeted training in: Career exploration Workplace readiness Counseling on postsecondary education Self advocacy Work-based learningEligible Students for Pre-ETS1. Must be aged 14-21, and2. Eligible for and receiving services under theIndividuals with Disabilities Education Act(IDEA) or is an individual with a disabilityfor purposes of section 504, and3. Is enrolled in a secondary or postsecondaryeducational programServices OfferedVocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselors andPre-ETS Instructors: Attend individualized education program(IEP) meetings with parents and students Conduct Job Readiness workshops at schools Provide one-on-one counseling andcoordination services with eligible clientsCommunity Partners*: Provide Pre-ETSinstruction for clients in either one-on-one orgroup settings, in the following ways: Contracted Service: The Utah State Office ofRehabilitation (USOR) has contracted withcommunity partner agencies to provide PreETS instruction for eligible and potentiallyeligible students, helping to ensure theseservices are available statewide. Fee-for-Service: Community partneragencies provide specific Pre-ETS allowableservices for eligible clients, authorized by aVR Counselor.*See page 2 for a list of USOR-sponsoredcontracts and description of services for moreinformation.NOTE: Receiving Pre-ETS instruction provided by a USOR-sponsored contract is the beginning ofa continuum of services USOR offers to students with disabilities. Students with disabilities do notneed to be a USOR-Vocational Rehabilitation client to receive Pre-ETS through our contracts, butmay apply for VR services at any time. However, contractors will confirm that students meet criteriato participate in their services prior to commencing with services.Utah State Office of Rehabilitation · jobs.utah.gov/usor/students
GARFIELDPre-ETS OfferedPre-ETS Providers1. Career Exploration CounselingAbility 1st Utah: 1, 2, 4Roads to Independence: 1-52. Workplace Readiness TrainingColumbus Community Center:1-5RRCI: 2, 4Community Options: 1-53. Counseling on PostsecondaryEducationSouthern Utah University: 1-54. Self-AdvocacyEaster Seals: 1-5Utah Independent LivingCenter: 2, 45. Work-Based LearningLogistic Specialties, Inc: 1-5Utah State University: 1-5
CONTRACTED COMMUNITY PARTNER AGENCIESABILITY 1ST UTAHShauna Parks801-373-5044 ext. 208shauna@ability1stutah.orgCOLUMBUS COMMUNITYCENTERDebbie Y OPTIONSShannon Wilkins801-649-7143shannon.wilkins@comop.orgEASTER SEALSCrystal Emery801-376-6012crystale@esgw.orgLOGISTIC SPECIALITIES, INCAlisha Byron801-499-4997abyron@lsiwins.comRRCIAllison Muir435-673-7501allison@rrci.orgROADS TO INDEPENDENCEAndy Curry801-612-3215andy@roadstoind.orgSOUTHERN UTAH UNIVERSITYCarmen Alldredge435-865-8022alldredge@suu.eduUTAH INDEPENDENT LIVINGCENTERKathy Self801-466-5565kself@uilc.orgUTAH STATE UNIVERSITYScott y 1st Utah provides classroom instruction, which includes a variety of topics,such as independent living, communication, job readiness, advocacy and moneymanagement. The student’s participation in our program can help them to gainthe knowledge, confidence and self-esteem necessary to preparing to enter theworld of work.Columbus works with participants to pair them with a Pre-Employment Specialistwho works with each student to determine their strengths, interests and needs.The Pre-Employment Specialist will explore each student’s interest field, in orderto set up short internships and explore postsecondary options.Community Options will provide a variety of classroom lessons and individualizedservices in order to explore and develop each student’s skills, interests and abilities.Community Options will provide each student with a staff member who willcustomize the lesson and activities to the student and their unique objectives inorder to successfully prepare for the transition from school to work.Easter Seals provides an opportunity for students to explore a variety ofexperiences that will guide future higher education, employment, and independentliving decisions. Students will participate in a real world experience in a workbased learning setting with the support of peers and staff. Students will activelyparticipate in goal-setting and feedback sessions throughout the program toencourage self-advocacy skill building.Logistic Specialities, Inc provides personalized one-on-one mentoring throughCareer Advocates and partnerships with local employers. The program is designedto help students explore career options and prepare for the transition from highschool to either college, trade school, military, or the world of work.RRCI provides classes on workplace readiness and instruction on self-advocacy.The program focuses these educational opportunities toward students in ninesouthwestern counties. Services are provided in school and after-school settings.RTI will provide Work Based Learning, Counseling on Post Secondary, SelfAdvocacy Instruction, and Workplace Readiness to students in an individualizedand group format.SUU will provide an annual college readiness event to high school students tointroduce students on understanding the process of attending college, informationon majors, financial aid and accommodations. SUU will also provide peermentoring, work based learning opportunities, and career readiness classes tostudents with disabilities enrolled at SUU.The Utah Independent Living Center will provide classroom instruction inworkplace readiness, independent living skills and advocacy to eligible studentsat local schools or the UILC. The UICL offers a Summer Youth EmpowermentAcademy, in addition to the classroom-based instruction.The USU EmployAbility Clinic offers all Pre-ETS services to students at their schoolor in their local community. During the school year USU focuses on self-advocacytraining, career exploration and counseling on post-secondary education. Duringthe spring and summer USU provides workplace readiness training to lead into awork-based learning experience.Need help contacting a Pre-ETS provider?Call 801-887-9500 and ask for the Pre-ETS Program Specialist.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT TRANSITION SERVICES ACTIVITY GUIDEJob Exploration ActivitiesFreshman(14 - 15)Interest assessmentsJob Readiness WorkshopsInterest ExplorationCareer Index PlusSophomore(15 - 16)Utah futures career explorationInterests assessmentsExplore career pathwaysJunior(16 - 17)Informational InterviewsJob Readiness WorkshopsExplore local employment trends in fields ofinterestCareer Index PlusJob Readiness WorkshopsExplore career pathwaysUtah FuturesPost-Secondary(18 - 22)Self Advocacy ActivitiesInterview Skill BuildingStudent led IEPIntro to Job applicationsGroup leadershipJob Readiness WorkshopsCommunication practiceWorkplace Norms trainingDevelop understanding of accommodationsJob Readiness WorkshopsAttend resource fairsAssess student's level of advocacyunderstandingGroup leadershipJob Readiness WorkshopsInterview prepJob Readiness WorkshopsWorkplace communicationtrainingMaster application prepResume buildingInterviewing skillsdevelopmentStudent lead IEPCounseling on Post SecondaryActivitiesDevelop plan for ongoing educationexplore degree and certificationoptionsInclude post secondary plans in IEPCampus visitsExplore concurrent enrollment optionsWork-Based Learning ExperiencesActivitiesVisit career fairsInformational interviewsDisability mentoring daysJob shadowsGuest speakersAttend college fairsConcurrent enrollmentCampus visitsVisit career fairsInformational InterviewsACT prepJob ShadowsSkill/strength identification and development Major review and explorationDevelop understanding of accommodations Informational interviewsDisability Mentoring DaysGuest SpeakersPeer MentoringAttend college fairsInternship experiencesJob Readiness WorkshopsSoft skills trainingStudent led IEPConcurrent enrollmentCampus visitExplore majors and certificationsVisit Career fairsDisability mentoring daysguest speakersStudent specific accommodation trainingExplore post secondary supportsInternship experiencesAttend job fairsInterest InventoryJob Readiness WorkshopsResume preparationInterview preparationMaster applicationdevelopmentSoft skills trainingOn the job trainingGroup leadershipPeer MentoringInformational interviewsAttend college fairspeer mentoringJob ShadowsDisability Mentoring daysCareer Index PlusJob Readiness WorkshopsJob Readiness WorkshopsJob Readiness WorkshopsCampus toursVisit career fairsUtah FuturesInterview preparationAccommodation discussion trainingDisability Resource CenterDisability mentoring daysSenior PortfolioResume developmentStudent led IEPGuest SpeakersSoft skills trainingGroup leadershipInternship experiencesInterest InventoryDisability Mentoring DaysCareer Index PlusOn the job trainingDisability Mentoring DaysPeer MentoringPeer MentoringAttend college fairsPost secondary services and supportsreviewpeer mentoringUtah FuturesPeer MentoringGroup leadershipInterest InventoriesInterviewing skillsSoft skills trainingOn the job trainingDisability mentoring daysResume development anddefinitionPeer MentoringAccommodation requestsDisability resource center supportGuest SpeakersSenior/PostHigh(17 - 22)Workplace ReadinessActivitiesDisability Mentoring daysCareer Index PlusPost secondary services and supportsreviewPeer MentoringDisability Resource CenterAcademic advisingJob shadowsInformational InterviewsVisit career fairsDisability mentoring daysGuest SpeakersInternship experiencesJob shadows
GARFIELDPre-ETS OfferedPre-ETS Providers1. Career Exploration CounselingCanyons School District: 1, 2, 52. Workplace Readiness TrainingHelen Keller National Center: 1-53. Counseling on PostsecondaryEducationPARC: 1, 2, 54. Self-Advocacy5. Work-Based LearningTurn: 1, 2, 5Utah Schools for the Deaf and Blind: 1-5
CONTRACTED COMMUNITY PARTNER AGENCIESThe following contracted organizations provide students with 3-5 hours of Job Exploration Counselingfollowed by paid WORK-BASED LEARNING EXPERIENCES to assist students in identifying andexploring their career interests. These contractors may also provide Workplace Readiness support, suchas assistance with onboarding the student to the work site, social skill instruction and travel training tothe work site, if needed by the student.CANYONS SCHOOL DISTRICTMelany orgThe Canyons School District offers a summer work experience program.By utilizing district partnerships, Canyons School District helps qualifiedstudents explore careers and develop soft skills to benefit from workexperience, and propel them on to better post-high school employmentoutcomes.PARCs’ program offers students the opportunity to explore andexperience career options by providing Job Exploration Counseling andthe opportunity for paid Work-Based Learning Experiences. PARC’sprogram helps students gain knowledge, skills and confidence, whileproviding them with work experience.PARCMelanie TURN COMMUNITY SERVICESSelena es.orgTURN Community Services provides students with one-on-oneassistance to explore their skills and interests, and how to match withcareer pathways. TURN works to develop a paid Work-Based LearningExperience that matches the student’s skills and interests, and providessoft skill instruction, support and guidance in any areas that pertain togaining and maintaining employment.The following contracted organizations specialize in providing SERVICES TO STUDENTS WHO AREDEAF, HARD OF HEARING, DEAFBLIND, BLIND, OR VISUALLY IMPAIRED. Each contract offers all fivePre-ETS services to this population.HELEN KELLER NATIONALCENTERLaura BengeVoice Phone: 801-518-9401Video Phone: 385-355-8392Laura.Benge@hknc.orgUTAH SCHOOLS FOR THEDEAF AND BLINDJonathan Helgesen 801-5906268 jonathanh@usdb.orgThe Helen Keller National Center Youth Services Coordinator (YSC) provides all PreETS services to transition age youth (ages 14-21) with combined vision and hearingloss across the state of Utah. The YSC works with students individually in their home,school, or local community, as well as in group settings with deafblind peers. TheYSC may also organize a Work-Based Learning Experience with an employer in astudent’s local community that supports their vocational goal.Utah Schools for the Deaf and Blind (USDB) will hold a College and Career ReadinessFair during the 2020-2021 school year and a Deaf Town event during the 2021-2022school year. Each of those events will be 13 hours in length and provide opportunitiesfor career exploration and work readiness. In addition to the yearly events, USDBassists students in obtaining Work-Based Learning Experiences that are in alignmentwith their career interests.To learn more about services or how to apply, visit jobs.utah.gov/usor/students.
Department of Workforce ServicesUtah State Office of RehabilitationThe Utah State Office of Rehabilitation (USOR) provides transition services, including Pre-ETS, toeligible students with disabilities as they transition from high school to adulthood and employment.Our goalWe assist students with disabilities who are eligible, and potentially eligible, for servicesin preparing for employment and adulthood. Through our services, we help students withdisabilities prepare for, obtain and maintain employment.How We HelpUSOR provides designated Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Transition Counselors to serve asa liaison to high schools and charter schools in the state. We partner with members of theschool, family, and Individualized Education Program (IEP) team, as well as other adult serviceagencies, to help ensure that transition-aged youth with disabilities have the support neededto successfully transition from high school to adulthood, independence and employment.To access information regarding your school’s liaison, visit: jobs.utah.gov/usor/studentsOur ServicesWork Preparation and Pre-Employment Transition ServicesVocational training and work-based learning opportunitiesOn the job training and employment supportsCareer exploration counselingJob readiness workshopsGeneral Disability Support Vocational counseling and guidance Disability evaluation and assessment Restoration and treatment Work adjustment and self-advocacy trainingOther ServicesAssistive technologyWork incentive planning for Social Security benefitsVocational Rehabilitation representation at IEP and 504 planning meetingsTo learn more about services or how to apply, visit jobs.utah.gov/usor/students.Equal Opportunity Employer/Program Auxiliary aids and services are availableupon request to individuals with disabilities by calling 801-526-9240. Individualswho are deaf, hard of hearing, or have speech impairments may call Relay Utah bydialing 711. Spanish Relay Utah: 1-888-346-3162.jobs.utah.gov/usor
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