Job Seekers
Woodhaven strives to support Job Seekers in the way that makes the most sense for the person served. As a member of your team, Woodhaven will support you to develop the employment service plans and goals you’d like to accomplish.
The Employment Team can connect you to a variety of community resources and networks and will work together with the rest of your team, like your family, friends, VR Counselor, & Support Coordinator. With Woodhaven, your preferences and needs will be a top priority. You may choose your desired staff or update your Employment Specialist regarding your preferences concerning those who will support you.
Services We Offer
Job Discovery
A service that enables you to discover your skills, interests, & support needs. This information helps shape the direction of your job search.
Job Supports/Coaching
Job coaching is a service that helps you adjust to your new job, co-workers, and work environment, fostering your valued membership on the team.
Job Exploration
Job exploration is a service designed to assist you in examining and experiencing various work situations relevant to your job preferences.
Follow Along
Once you’re comfortable in your new job, Woodhaven will continue to keep in touch to ensure everything is going well and no further support is needed.
Work Transition Services
Designed to prepare students 16-21 years old to pursue a career training program or for placement in competitive or supported employment.
Job Development
This service focuses on looking for and securing a job that matches your skills, abilities, and interests; resume development, completing job applications, interview support, etc.
Employment Service
A service intended for those with a specific job goal and work history. The focus of this service is expedited job placement.
Benefits Planning
We currently provide assistance with DB101MO.org to provide an estimate of how working will affect individuals receiving benefits and want to pursue competitive employment in the community. We are very eager to be able to offer comprehensive benefit planning in the near future. Individual benefits counseling is provided to Social Security recipients to ensure they achieve their work goals without significantly impacting their benefits.