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Programs broadly available to individuals with disabilities in general that provide vocational assessment, job development, job training, job placement, specialized job situations and/or other supportive services that help people with disabilities prepare for, find and retain paid employment. (AIRS ND-6500.1500)

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RI (9)


Statewide(1)


Cranston(1)


Providence(1)


Wakefield(1)


Warren(2)


Warwick(1)


Westerly(1)


Woonsocket(1)


Nationwide (3)


RI

Statewide

Office of Rehabilitation Services ( ORS), State of Rhode Island, Department of Human Services
40 Fountain Street
Providence, RI 02903
 Phone: 401-421-7005
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Organization Name: State of Rhode Island, Department of Human Services
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Address:
40 Fountain Street
Providence, RI 02903
Phone: 401-421-7005
TDD: 401-421-7016
Service Categories:
Disability Related Employment Programs
Independent Living Arrangements & Skills
URL: http://www.ors.ri.gov/
Eligibility: To be eligible for vocational rehabilitation services, you must - 1) have a physical, intellectual or emotional impairment which is a substantial barrier to employment, and 2) require vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, secure, retain, or regain employment, and 3) be able to benefit from vocational rehabilitation services in terms of an employment outcome. [http://www.ors.ri.gov/VR.html]
Services Provided: Transition services [http://www.ors.ri.gov/Transition.html] are activities and supports designed to help the student to identify his/her interests and strengths so that they can work on the skills needed to be successful in employment and adult living.
Provider Profiles: The Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Program is the public state and federally funded program that assists individuals with disabilities to choose, prepare for, obtain and maintain employment.
ORS Counselors provide technical assistance, consultation, information and referral services to school systems and work in close partnership with the 5 Regional Transition Centers, netWORKri and other agencies to improve transition planning.
Source: Rhode Island Dept of Health, Office of Special Needs
Last Updated: 12/31/2019
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Cranston, RI

Seven Hills Rhode Island
178 Norwood Avenue
Cranston, RI 02905
 Phone: 401-921-1470
Service Categories:
Address:
178 Norwood Avenue
Cranston, RI 02905
Phone: 401-921-1470
Service Categories:
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
Behavioral Therapies
Disability Related Employment Programs
Home Health, In-home Services
Respite Care
URL: http://www.sevenhills.org/
Eligibility: Programs have eligibility criteria.
Services Provided: Seven Hills Rhode Island provides a number of support services for children and youth with special health care needs and their families.
Early Intervention services are designed to enhance the development of infant and toddlers (birth-age 3) and listed in a separate directory entry.

Services for children: Developmental Evaluations, Therapeutic and Educational Home Visits, Feeding/Nutrition Programs, Assertive Technology, Sensory Integration Home Programs, Developmental Monitoring, Service Coordination, parent support and advocacy training.

Home based Therapy Service (HBTS) are specialized, intensive services and treatments for children with a wide range of disabilities, guided by an approved individualized treatment plan.

Personal Assistance Services and Support Provider (PASS)In Rhode Island, Seven Hills provides Personal Assistance Supports and Services (PASS) that help families of children with special health care needs with daily life skills. The supports through PASS work to improve a child’s ability to participate in social situations and function in the community with dignity.
Applied Behavior Analysis Program ( ABA) The Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Program provides 20-30 hours of weekly, intensive home-based services to children, 3-12 years of age, who live in Rhode Island and who are diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Provider Profiles: Early Intervention Provider listed separately
Home based Therapy Service (HBTS)
Personal Assistance Services and Support Provider (PASS)
Applied Behavior Analysis Program ( ABA)
Source: Rhode Island Dept of Health, Office of Special Needs
Last Updated: 1/4/2017
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Providence, RI

Providence Youth Center, Comprehensive Community Action
Providence Skills Center
31 Providence Place
Providence, RI
 Phone: 401-400-6035
Service Categories:
Organization Name: Comprehensive Community Action
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Address:
Providence Skills Center
31 Providence Place
Providence, RI
Phone: 401-400-6035
Service Categories:
Adult Education
Community Advocacy Organizations
Disability Related Employment Programs
Family Support Services
Vocational Education
URL: http://www.dlt.ri.gov/youthworks411/ProvidenceYC.htm
Eligibility: youth in school ages 14-21 youth and young adults out of school ages 16-24
Services Provided: Intake and Assessment
- Application for service
- Vocational interest inventory
- Academic assesment

Job Skills
- Resume writing
- Applications
- Mock Interviews

Academic Services
- Pre-GED
- Remediation
- GED

Case Management
- Facilitation of services
- Referral to outside providers

Follow-up Services
- Tracking for status once services are complete
Source: Rhode Island Dept of Health, Office of Special Needs
Last Updated: 8/16/2017
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Wakefield, RI

Holistic Development Center
231 Old Tower Hill Road
Suite 203
Wakefield, RI 02879
 Phone: 401-782-1206
Service Categories:
Address:
231 Old Tower Hill Road
Suite 203
Wakefield, RI 02879
Phone: 401-782-1206
Fax: 401-782-1207
Service Categories:
Disability Related Employment Programs
General Counseling Services
Mental Health, Other Services
Social Skills Training
Email: hdcenterri@gmail.com
URL: https://www.holisticdevelopmentcenterri.com/
Services Provided: Psychological Services [https://www.holisticdevelopmentcenterri.com/psychological-services]
Educational Services [https://www.holisticdevelopmentcenterri.com/educational-services]
Employment Services and includes job club [https://www.holisticdevelopmentcenterri.com/job-club]
Provider Profiles: HDC provides a comfortable place in which children and adults can receive the specialized support they need for personal growth. Our unique, multi-disciplinary center includes clinical, educational, and vocational programming. Services that are traditionally provided separately are conveniently offered here with a team approach, when appropriate, and in one location. At HDC, we focus on the psychological, social, and physical health factors that contribute to overall well-being, and believe that a holistic and comprehensive treatment model is integral to therapeutic progression.
Source: Rhode Island Dept of Health, Office of Special Needs
Last Updated: 1/12/2018
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Warren, RI

East Bay Regional Transition Center, East Bay Educational Collaborative
317 Market
Warren, RI 02885
 Phone: 401-628-2057
Service Categories:
Organization Name: East Bay Educational Collaborative
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Address:
317 Market
Warren, RI 02885
Phone: 401-628-2057
Service Categories:
Disability Related Employment Programs
Independent Living Arrangements & Skills
Email: Jane.Cotter@ebecri.org
URL: http://ebecri.org/specialservices/rtc
Services Provided: Professional Development – Specialized topic specific workshops designed for educators and families

· Resource Materials – Visit our libraries for hands on activities, guides and curriculum

· Direct Services – School sponsored transition events and activities

Transition Coordinator Jane Cotter
Provider Profiles: The East Bay Regional Transition Center in conjunction with the RI Department of Education and Rhode Island Parent Information Network, work together with districts, families and students to improve access to information, services and resources that are critical in planning for adult life. In visiting the Regional Transition Center you will find support available to help your student, whether you’re a family member or educator, prepare and plan for their future through:

· Professional Development – Specialized topic specific workshops designed for educators and families

· Resource Materials – Visit our libraries for hands on activities, guides and curriculum

· Direct Services – School sponsored transition events and activities
Source: Rhode Island Dept of Health, Office of Special Needs
Last Updated: 3/17/2017
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Transition Academy at Roger Williams University, East Bay Educational Collaborative
317 Market Street
Warren, RI 02885
 Phone: 401-628-2057
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Organization Name: East Bay Educational Collaborative
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Address:
317 Market Street
Warren, RI 02885
Phone: 401-628-2057
Service Categories:
Disability Related Employment Programs
Independent Living Arrangements & Skills
Email: Jane.Cotter@ebecri.org
URL: http://ebecri.org/specialservices/tarwu
Eligibility: The Transition Academy is designed for students with disabilities 18 to 21 who: · Have an IEP, are currently enrolled in high school and are near completion of their academic program. · Are eligible for Office of Rehabilitation Services · Need a community-based functional skills/vocational curriculum · Can achieve independence (with initial support) · Can become semi-independent on a college campus
Services Provided: Services:

· Participate in trial work situations
· Build their resume
· Learn what opportunities best fit their skills, abilities and interests
Provider Profiles: The Academy Programs @ Roger Williams University are unique educational programs that provide motivated students an opportunity to complete their high school education while building transition skills on a college campus and in the community.
Source: Rhode Island Dept of Health, Office of Special Needs
Last Updated: 3/17/2017
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Warwick, RI

West Bay Collaborative Transition and Vocational Services, West Bay Collaborative
144 Bignall Street
Warwick, RI
 Phone: 401-941-8353 x124
Service Categories:
Organization Name: West Bay Collaborative
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Address:
144 Bignall Street
Warwick, RI
Phone: 401-941-8353 x124
Service Categories:
Disability Related Employment Programs
Independent Living Arrangements & Skills
Special Education/Schools
Email: tcurran@westbaycollaborative.org
URL: http://www.westbaycollaborative.org/transitional-vocational-services
Eligibility: Coventry , Cranston , Foster, Glocester , Scituate , Warwick and West Warwick and included in the student's Individualized Education Program.
Services Provided: RI TRANSITION ACADEMY AT CCRI is an alternative high school program for 18 to 21 year old students with disabilities that provides classroom
and community instruction in an adult learning environment.

THE CAREER DEVELOPMENT PROJECT
provides vocational assessment services through
a cooperative agreement between the Office of
Rehabilitation Services (ORS), The RI Department
of Human Services, and the RI Department of Education.
includes:
Work prepartion and career exploration
Job development , job placement and job coaching
Vocational assessment and evaluation
Provider Profiles: West Bay Collaborative Transition & Vocational Services is a group of unique educational and vocational programs serving youth ages 16+ in the Rhode Island community. We support youth, families, schools, and community agencies in the transition process via career exploration, vocational evaluation and employment services .Our mission is to provide quality, innovative, and individualized programs and resources to guide and support young people from school to successful adult living.
Transition Coordinator Therese Curran
Source: Rhode Island Dept of Health, Office of Special Needs
Last Updated: 3/17/2017
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Westerly, RI

Frank Olean Center
93 Airport Road
Westerly, RI 02891
 Phone: 401-315-0143
Service Categories:
Address:
93 Airport Road
Westerly, RI 02891
Phone: 401-315-0143
Service Categories:
Disability Related Employment Programs
Home Health, In-home Services
Independent Living Arrangements & Skills
URL: http://www.oleancenter.org/index.php
Eligibility: Accepts medicaid. Please visit each department section for eligibility requirements.
Services Provided: Services for children ( age 3-21) include
Home Based Therapy Services Provider (HBTS)
Personal Assistance and Support Services (PASS)
Services for adults include
Residential Supports including for adults that are eligible for services through funding from RI Behavioral Health Developmental Disabilities and Hospitals (BHDDH)
Home and Family Support
Apartment Support
Shared Living
Day/Work Services
Vocational Services through Napatree
Provider Profiles: The Frank Olean Center provides an array of services to individuals of all ages with Developmental Disabilities.
Source: Rhode Island Dept of Health, Office of Special Needs
Last Updated: 10/31/2018
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Woonsocket, RI

Woonsocket Youth Center, Family Resources Community Action
55 Main Street
Woonsocket, RI 02895
 Phone: 401-235-6059
Service Categories:
Organization Name: Family Resources Community Action
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Address:
55 Main Street
Woonsocket, RI 02895
Phone: 401-235-6059
Service Categories:
Adult Education
Community Advocacy Organizations
Disability Related Employment Programs
Vocational Education
URL: http://woonsocketyouthcenter.tripod.com/
Eligibility: 14-24
Services Provided: Intake and Assessment
- Application for service
- Vocational interest inventory
- Academic assesment


Job Skills
- Resume writing
- Applications
- Mock Interviews

Academic Services
- Pre-GED
- Remediation
- GED

Contextual Learning
- How academic skills apply to the world of work

Follow-up Services
- Tracking for status once services are complete

Summer Jobs Program

Leadership Development
-How adults conduct themselves in their daily lives
-Independent Living Skills

Job Readiness and Work Experience
Provider Profiles: Woonsocket YouthWORKS411 is operated by the Employment & Training Division of Family Resources Community Action and funded through the Greater Rhode Island Workforce Partnership and the Department of Labor & Training.
Source: Rhode Island Dept of Health, Office of Special Needs
Last Updated: 5/28/2019
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Nationwide

Job Accommodation Network (JAN), Office of Disability Employment Policy (OEDP)
West Virginia University PO Box 6080
Morgantown, WV 26506-6080
 Phone: 800-526-7234
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Organization Name: Office of Disability Employment Policy (OEDP)
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Address:
West Virginia University PO Box 6080
Morgantown, WV 26506-6080
Phone: 800-526-7234
TDD: 877-781-9403
Toll Free Phone: 800-526-7234
Fax: 304-293-5407
Service Categories:
Disability Related Employment Programs
URL: https://askjan.org/
Services Provided: The leading source of free, expert, and confidential guidance on workplace accommodations and disability employment issues. For both employers and employees, Accommodation Information by Disability: A to Z; and Accommodation Ideas by Disability, Limitation, Occupation, Product or Service, and Topic.

Consultants offer one-on-one guidance on workplace accommodations, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and related legislation, and self-employment and entrepreneurship options for people with disabilities.
Provider Profiles: US Department of Labor
Source: Medical Home Portal
Last Updated: 8/6/2019
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Ticket to Work, Social Security Administration
Office of Public Inquiries, Windsor Park Building
6401 Security Blvd.
Baltimore, MD 21235
Service Categories:
Organization Name: Social Security Administration
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Address:
Office of Public Inquiries, Windsor Park Building
6401 Security Blvd.
Baltimore, MD 21235
TDD: 800-325-0778
Toll Free Phone: 800-772-1213
Service Categories:
Disability Related Employment Programs
Specialized Information Resources
URL: https://www.ssa.gov/work/
Services Provided: This site provides information for people with disabilities who are SSI or SSDI recipients and want to work.
Provider Profiles: (SSI)
Source: MHP-Nationwide
Last Updated: 1/7/2020
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Training Resource Network Inc.
PO Box 439
St. Augustine, FL 32085-0439
 Phone: 866-823-9800
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Address:
PO Box 439
St. Augustine, FL 32085-0439
Phone: 866-823-9800
Service Categories:
Disability Related Employment Programs
URL: https://disabilitywebtraining.com/
Services Provided: Offering resources on the full inclusion of persons with disabilities in their communities. Newsletter and job listings. Career development, marketing and job development, job coaching, and other online courses.
Source: MHP-Nationwide
Last Updated: 11/19/2019
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