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“We believe in the strength and abilities of all people”
Cares of WA offers services designed to help you prepare for, get and keep a job. The services you receive are tailored to your individual needs and unique circumstances and are designed to help you succeed. Cares is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF), demonstrating its commitment to offering programs and services that are measurable, accountable, and of the highest quality through a rigorous 6 months’ preparation and 2-day peer review process.
Programs
Cares of WA offers services and programs to help individuals with and without disabilities find and sustain employment, and develop life skills through the following programs:
Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR)
Ticket to Work (TTW)
Employment & Training (BFET)
Developmental Disabilities Division (DDD)
Connect for Success (CFS)
Cares does not list employment opportunities on its website. If you don’t find the information you need, please contact us and we will assess your situation and develop a plan.
No-fee services include:
Vocational Counseling
Job Readiness Training: resume writing, interview skills, application completion, using the internet and other job search resources
Skills Assessment
Job Placement Assistance
Follow-Up Support
Resource Materials
Job Accommodation Advice
Education Counseling
Independent Living (IL)
Vocational Counseling
Coaching and guidance is provided through a one-on-one relationship between you and a job coach. Your coach helps you make good decisions and supports your progress throughout the process.
Job-Readiness Training
Assistance completing applications, developing a resume, and practicing interview skills
Conducting a job search
Mastering the specific skills of your job
Independent living services
Independent living services help you learn how to manage disability issues that get in the way of work. Independent living services may include:
Skills to live independently, such as following a schedule, managing a daily routine, and time management
Money management skills
Learning how to get around in the community using public transportation
If you have any questions or need more information, please contact us! If you need assistance to contact, such as an interpreter or translator, or if you need information in another format, explain your needs when you contact us so that we can be ready to help.
*In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, political beliefs, or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call (800) 795-3272 (voice) or (202) 720-6382 ( TTY). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.