What is Community Employment Services?

Community Employment Services is a division of the Darke County Board of Developmental Disabilities (DCBDD). We are a service provider for the Rehabilitation Services Commission through Bridges to Transition.  In July of 2011, we started providing employment services to people in Darke County with disabilities.  We can assist you in locating and maintaining a position with a company that fits your desires, skills, and disability issues. Our offices are located at 5844 Jaysville-St. Johns Road, Greenville, Ohio 45331.

Community Employment Services strives to improve employment skills and opportunities of the individuals we serve. We teach work skills and attitudes, educate individuals about the types of jobs available in the Darke County area, help individuals get jobs that meet their personal requirements, and support individuals to remain on the job as a valued employee.

Population Served

Services are provided to individuals of all ages, in or out of school, who are eligible for services from DCBDD. CES provides services to individuals enrolled in Bridges to Transition as well as individuals who are already employed in the community.

Settings

We work with you at employment sites in the community where you are touring, applying, or training for a job. We hold meetings and classes at Wayne Industries and at the Job Center.
 

Hours of Service and Days of Service

Our services are generally provided Monday through Friday during daytime hours. Job training is provided at the times you are scheduled to work, including evenings and weekends.

Frequency of Service

The frequency of your services will very. Frequency is determined by assessed needs, and may range from a few classes to long-term supports at your community job. Services are also provided based on the needs of employers.

Payer Sources

Services are funded through a combination of sources, including the DCBDD (Federal, State and Local Levy dollars), The Ohio Rehabilitation Services Commission (RSC), Medicaid and private payment.

Fees

There is no cost for services for individuals who are determined eligible for services by the DCBDD or the Ohio Rehabilitation Services Commission. There may be minimal costs associated with special projects, field trips, meals or other employee events.

Referral Sources

Your RSC Counselor will help you apply for services and will assist you in choosing your service provider such as Community Employment Services.  Your SSA may also help you inquire about eligibility for services. You may be referred for services by your RSC Counselor. Income level is not a factor in your eligibility for these services. If you are not placed in the category of highest need, you may be placed on a statewide waiting list, in which case there is no estimated timeframe for receiving services.

Specific Services Offered

Pre-Employment Services

JOB DEVELOPMENT

This service is organized to assist you in choosing, obtaining and maintaining employment in line with your vocational goal and skill level.  Social, psychological, and environmental aspects and medical needs are considered during this process.  In addition, services are available to employers in order to facilitate a successful employment experience for you.  Job Development service could include job-seeking skills training programs. Job Development is also known as Job Search or Job Placement.

JOB SEEKING SKILLS TRAINING

This service prepares you to apply, interview and secure a job. Staff will work with you in a classroom setting to develop your resume, cover letter and reference list, learn interviewing skills, develop strategies to discuss potentially challenging issues such as need for accommodations, participate in mock interviews with feedback, learn how to complete applications, and learn how to dress, groom and interact with others when you look for a job.

SUMMER YOUTH CAMP

Career Exploration Camp is a combination of career exploration, job readiness skills training, independent living skills training and exposure to local community resources. Students visit job sites to tour and learn about businesses. Community Work Experience Camp provides three-weeks of job training at a work site. Students must be at least 14 years old and obtain a work permit if under the age of 18.  Students will be paid minimum wage for their time worked.

WORK ADJUSTMENT

On-site work experience to provide training in the areas of work skills and habits (attendance, interactions with others). Work Adjustment may be conducted in a community site or facility site. Job opportunities in the facility can include assembly/production, janitorial/maintenance, and clerical. Work Adjustment does not include a program designed to provide the skill training necessary for placement in a specific job title.

Post-Placement Services

JOB COACHING

One-on-one services provided by a job coach who assists you and your employer. The job coach offers specialized training and job related support services. This assistance is in addition to the orientation and training normally provided by your employer. May be used off the work site when short-term employment related support services are needed.

JOB FOLLOW ALONG

Services provided after job coaching services have ended. Contact with you and your employer will be maintained through on-site visits and/or telephone contacts. This service is designed to monitor job performance and ensure long-term employment.

Entry Criteria

You must be eligible for services from DCBDD and the Rehabilitation Services Commission. You must have a desire to work in the community, a documented disability that interferes with your ability to work, a need for services and be able to benefit from services in terms of an employment outcome. RSC determines your eligibility for services.