Supported Employment

The Career and Employment Network (CEN) is a supported employment program offering individualized career planning, training, job placement and on-the-job coaching.  Adults with developmental and other disabilities are matched to in-community career opportunities with one of over 120 business partners based upon each individual’s personal preference and skill levels.

If you’re an individual with a disability CEN can help you:

• Plan your career
• Build your skill base
• Develop your resume
• Prepare for interviews
• Find transportation (and transportation training, if needed)
• Have support and training while you learn your new job
• Advocate for yourself

Enjoying Success On-the-Job — Amanda has worked at Handy Ups & Downs, a local thrift store for more than a year. The job provides an environment which supports her needs and allows her to take a little extra time to learn tasks, while focusing on building self-confidence and improving inter-personal skills.During the time she has been on the job Amanda has worked closely with her job coach. Thanks to hard work and determination she is considered to be an integral part of the team, trusted to manage customer transactions without assistance. Congratulations Amanda!!

If you are an employer, CEN can be a resource to your business by offering:

• Access to trained and competent employees
• Information on tax credits
• On-the-job training and other hiring incentives
• One-on-one support through job-coaching, provided at no cost to the employer
• Ongoing support and follow-up to ensure that your new employee is trained to your satisfaction

Contact the Career and Employment Network (CEN) at 518.842.3172 to learn more about these services.