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Career and Employment Network (CEN) | Liberty Enterprises

The Liberty Enterprises vocational program provides training in skill development, job related social skills, and an opportunity for employment. Individuals enrolled in the program have a wide range of needs and backgrounds; some have had extensive employment histories while others have never worked and are just starting their work career.

The production department focuses on developing jobs and product lines that will provide work opportunities for participants in the program. Liberty Enterprises' production & marketing staff seek work opportunities that meet a variety of needs and job interests. Through the procurement of state and federal contracts, the Liberty provides consistent and challenging work for consumers.

The work areas operated by Liberty Enterprises include jobs related to: material handling, machine operation, quality control, assembly, janitorial, food service, and grounds maintenance. The program operates a work center on Route 5S as well a Machine Shop at Venner Road, Amsterdam and a crew which cleans toll booths on the NYS Thruway.

The following services are offered through the Vocational Program:

Nursing: On site nursing services and coordination with
community providers.
Counseling: Each consumer works with a rehabilitation counselor on developing vocational and personal goals and strategies to attain those goals. Case management services and advocacy for benefits, housing, legal rights, etc. is also offered.
Adult Education: Provided in cooperation with local school districts continuing adult education is offered through computer software programs.
Transportation: Services are provided to and from the program daily.
Self Advocacy Group: Consumers meet monthly to discuss issues, complaints, concerns, current events, and program feedback. Minutes are maintained by a staff liaison and distributed to the Board of Directors monthly. The consumers meet directly with the Board two times a year.