2020 Employer of the Year – Jerry’s Foods

In a year that was difficult for employers and employees alike, Jerry’s Foods had something to celebrate on February 25th, the Placement Partner’s Employer of the Year award. This award recognizes an employer in the community who has supported our clients in their employment goals. The vocational staff at Placement Partners nominates employers whom they…

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National Disability Employment Awareness Month – Increasing Access and Opportunity

October was National Disability Employment Awareness Month. Held annually, the purpose of National Disability Employment Awareness Month is to educate about disability employment issues and celebrate the many and varied contributions of America’s workers with disabilities. This year’s theme was “Increasing Access and Opportunity.” Throughout the month, Placement Partners engaged in a variety of activities…

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Finding a Home in Whole Foods – Amanda James

Amanda started with Placement Partners vocational programs in 2010 and has seen her employment opportunities grow in the decade since. Initially, she tried out a few different jobs and they were not the best matches for her. Her previous jobs were in retail and newspaper delivery. She did not enjoy some aspects of them like…

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