Opportunity House Supports 25 Disabled Workers a Year in DeKalb County
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Updated · Shaw Local News Network · Jun 17
Opportunity House Supports 25 Disabled Workers a Year in DeKalb County
2 articles · Updated · Shaw Local News Network · Jun 17
Summary
Opportunity House’s Individualized Supported Employment Program helps an average of 25 people with disabilities each year find jobs and stay employed in DeKalb County.
The program pairs career-interest surveys, resume and application help, interview preparation and follow-up support to match participants with roles suited to their strengths and goals.
After hiring, Opportunity House assists with onboarding, onsite job coaching, workplace accommodations and employer communication to improve long-term job retention.
DeKalb County business partnerships place participants in jobs such as church cleaning, online order fulfillment, meal delivery and grocery bagging, while employers gain dependable workers and possible tax incentives.