Ticket to Work Services
Cares of Washington provides dedicated, individualized services to assist all Ticket to Work participants to help each person reach their employment goals. All eligible Ticket to Work clients receive services at no cost. Every client working with Cares of Washington has an Employment Specialist assigned to work with them directly, for a personalized employment support experience. With decades of experience in the employment field, Cares of Washington offers a high level of support and outcomes for those participating in the Ticket to Work Program. These services include:
Job Exploration, and Career Planning: Review of your work history, give you individualized analysis of the labor market, and assist you in determining paths to access and keep a job.
Resume and Cover Letter Development: Provide editing, review, and advice on all your employment related documentation including CV, references and portfolios.
Job Search Advisement: Access to a dedicated Employment Specialist that can provide you with advice and assistance to navigating the application and hiring process.
Accommodation Negotiation: Professional consulting for filing and obtaining accommodations with an employer as well as being a third-party advocate with the employer.
Interview Preparation: Coaching and practice to prepare for job interviews.
Benefits Assistance: Public Benefits Assessment and Analysis from Certified Benefits Practitioner and Access to Resource Network
Eligibility for Ticket to Work Services
To become a Ticket to Work participant, eligibility must first be determined. To be eligible for the Ticket to Work Program you must:
Obtaining and maintaining employment
Be between the ages of 18 and 64
SSI or SSDI Recipient
Have Ticket available for Assignment
Ticket to Work is designed to help employment seekers pursue their career path and obtain gainful employment so that a high enough income is achieved that the individual can eventually stop using benefits.
When contacting SSA or ADEN, be sure to request CARES of Washington as your provider so your inquiry is directed to our team.
Not sure if you have a Ticket available?
Ticket to Work Helpline
Phone: 1-866-968-7842 / 1-866-833-2967 (TTY)
Website: https://choosework.ssa.gov/contact
Mention that you are interested in working with Cares of Washington as your Ticket provider and SSA will connect you back to us
American Dream Employment Network Contact
Phone: 844-687-2336
email: info@AmericanDreamEN.org
Mention that you are interested in working with Cares of Washington as your Ticket provider and ADEN will connect you back to us
Location
Cares of Washington offers Ticket to Work services nationwide from our offices in Seattle, WA.
Mailing Address:
Cares of Washington, Attn: Ticket to Work, 1833 N 105th St Suite 202, Seattle, WA 98133
Contact Cares of Washington Office
Program Coordinator
Jared Sand
Resources:
American Dream Employment Network: https://www.nationaldisabilityinstitute.org/aden/
SSI and Ticket to Work: https://choosework.ssa.gov/
Learn more about Employment Providers: https://www.nationaldisabilityinstitute.org/aden/aden-service-providers/
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, please 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.