Summer Employment Program for Teens & Young Adults w/ Disabilities Maine Medical Center Portland, Scarborough, Westbrook, & Biddeford, ME Part Time
Maine Medical Center Department of Vocational Services' Summer Employment Program is a 6-week supported work experience for young people with disabilities aged 16 – 24. Individuals are placed in a part-time job at Maine Medical Center or Southern Maine Healthcare and receive a competitive hourly wage for their work. Each individual has a job coach that provides support around learning job tasks, communication skills and social skills on the job. Biweekly workshops address work-related topics, and individuals develop a career portfolio through the summer. At the close of the program, participants and their loved ones are invited to a recognition celebration and reception. A written summary of the work experience is provided at the close of the program for reference in employment support planning.
Program Details:
- Eligibility: Age 16 to 24 with a diagnosed disability and/or IEP or 504 plan with a high school or college
- Application Deadline: April 19, 2024
- Individual intake and job placement conducted by certified Employment Specialists
Potential Job Placements:
- Nutrition Services
- Supply Chain
- Library
- Laundry
- Customer Service
- Information Technology
- Nursing Units
Dates & Schedule:
- July 1 – August 8, 2024
- Monday – Thursday, 8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. with lunch break
Tuition:
- $5,200
- Limited financial assistance available
Tuition Includes:
- On-site job support provided by trained Job Coaches and Employment Specialists
- Weekly guided self-evaluations of work performance
- Biweekly discussions regarding work-related topics and development of a Career Portfolio
- Individualized assessment report of each participant’s work experience including recommendations
- Program end celebration
To express interest and apply, please visit: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/a64a89dc5beb422cbe898d3ae1191657
About Maine Medical Center:
Maine Medical Center's Department of Vocational Services is a leader in the field of employment for people with disabilities. The department, CARF-accredited in Community Employment Services, provides services to individuals with disabilities and also provides technical assistance and training to community rehabilitation agencies, employers and schools.
Contributing to the health and wealth of the community by supporting individuals to overcome barriers and achieve meaningful employment, is why we come to work each day. Our vision is to provide leadership and promote systemic change by delivering quality vocational services, fostering access and creating community alliances that support people.