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- Employment, Intellectual/Developmental Disability/Autism Services
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- Provides employment services to people with disabilities through PA. Their supported employment services is an evidence-based model that is competitive and occurs in integrated work settings. An employment specialist will help guild participants through intake and assessment, job search and placement, coaching and support, and advancement and follow along. Their Work Incentives Planning and Assistance staff provide information about work…
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- This organization provides services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Early Intervention Services: This program provides home and community-based support for children aged 0-3 and their families. This program is for infants and toddlers who are referred by the family’s local base service unit. Services may include, but are not limited to: speech, occupational, and physical therapy; general special…
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- Employment, Intellectual/Developmental Disability/Autism Services
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- This organization provides services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Early Intervention Services: This program provides home and community-based support for children aged 0-3 and their families. This program is for infants and toddlers who are referred by the family’s local base service unit. Services may include, but are not limited to: speech, occupational, and physical therapy; general special…
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- Goodwill’s Job Training and Supported Employment programs help individuals find and keep jobs. In their PAID work experience, students gain knowledge and skills through job experience found outside a traditional school setting. Job shadowing introduces students to various employers and their workplaces allowing them to observe employees on site performing tasks for that career choice. Personal work adjustment training gives…
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- Goodwill Keystone Area provides employment services to individuals with disabilities and other barriers to employment. They accept referrals and funding from various sources, including, but not limited to, the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation, County Mental Health offices, Medicaid Waivers/Supports Coordination Units, the Social Security Administration and school districts throughout the region. Fees are set by contract with the funding agencies.…
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- Education, Employment, Intellectual/Developmental Disability/Autism Services, Mental Health
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- Adult education services: provide free instruction in reading, writing, math, and GED preparation. Classes are available at no cost to all adults age 17 or older who do not have a high school diploma or are basic skills deficient. These classes are offered at two locations in Johnstown and two more in Ebensburg. Workforce preparation activities help students develop their…
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- Education, Employment, Intellectual/Developmental Disability/Autism Services, Mental Health
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- Goodwill provides education and training services. High school equivalency classes and English as a second language classes: offered in-person or online to Allegheny County residents. The Goodwill Tech Academy provides a variety of free training options ranging from refresher courses to learning new computer skills, and attending webinars. Supported employment services are available for those who need help getting and…
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- Youth transition services prepare students with disabilities for post-school life through individualized instruction, community experiences, vocational evaluation, and skill development to support independence and integrated employment. Aspire: provides adults aged 18-59 with intellectual or developmental disability opportunities to develop independent living, social, and adaptive skills. Eligibility requires a documented ID/DD diagnosis, post-high school status, and the ability to perform basic…
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- Education, Employment, Housing, Intellectual/Developmental Disability/Autism Services, Mental Health
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- Behavioral Health: services for those in need of comprehensive behavioral healthcare, including outpatient and mobile psychiatric support. Their programs include: community integrated recovery center, mental health outpatient services, peer support services, and prolonged exposure therapy. A comprehensive list of services can be found here: https://www.jevshumanservices.org/programs/behavioral-health-recovery/. Services each have different eligibility and costs (some are provided at no cost), click “learn…
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- This organization provides programming to individuals with intellectual disabilities, developmental disabilities, and autism. Their programs actively support inclusion, community engagement, character development, and personal growth.Residential Services: provide 24-hour support in a licensed community home. Employees provide direct services in the areas of health maintenance, activities of daily living, behavioral support, socialization, community integration, financial management, and recreation. Referrals for this…
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- This organization provides advocacy, education, and services to individuals with disabilities and their families. The majority of services are only available for those in Chester County. However, the Agency With Choice Program services specific individuals within Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, or Bucks counties. Education Advocacy: all children and students from ages five through 21 years old who are eligible can access…
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- This organization offers support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.In-Home and Community Supports: this service is provided in home and community settings to assist participants in acquiring, maintaining, and improving the skills necessary to live in the community, to live independently, and to participate meaningfully in the community life. Services consist of assistance, support and guidance (physical assistance, instruction,…
