activities · 16
what they do
direct service · 15
- Day Treatment and Training Program (DTA) Adaptive Social and Recreational ProgramsOperates a program focused on skill development to enhance participants' community access and independent living skills, including volunteer opportunities, personal finance, community safety, health, fitness, and self-expression.
- Day Treatment and Training Program (DTA) Adaptive Social and Recreational ProgramsOffers a comprehensive day program focused on skill development in community integration, independent living, personal finance, health, fitness, self-expression, and volunteerism for individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Employment Support Aide (ESA) Services Supported Employment for People with DisabilitiesProvides personalized on-the-job assistance, including personal care and behavioral support, to individuals participating in Group-Supported or Individual-Supported Employment programs.
- Employment Support Aide (ESA) Services Supported Employment for People with DisabilitiesProvides personalized assistance, such as personal care and behavioral support, to individuals participating in Group-Supported Employment (GSE) or Individual Supported Employment (ISE).
- Group Supported Employment (GSE) Supported Employment for People with DisabilitiesFacilitates employment for individuals with developmental disabilities in small, integrated teams with onsite job coaches in community settings such as retail, janitorial services, and hospitality, ensuring participants earn Arizona's minimum wage.
- Group-Supported Employment (GSE) Supported Employment for People with DisabilitiesEngages participants in small, integrated teams working in community settings such as retail, janitorial services, and hospitality, with onsite job coaches and support aides, while earning Arizona's minimum wage.
- Individual Supported Employment (ISE) Supported Employment for People with DisabilitiesProvides one-on-one job coaching and support to individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities to help them secure and maintain competitive, integrated employment.
- Individual-Supported Employment (ISE) Supported Employment for People with DisabilitiesProvides one-on-one job coaching and personalized support to help individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities secure, perform in, and maintain competitive, integrated jobs in the community.
- Job Development and Retention (JDR) Job Readiness Training and Placement SupportOffers services including job search skills development, job search assistance, job placement, short-term job supports, and ongoing coaching to help individuals find and maintain meaningful employment.
- Job Development and Retention (JDR) Services Supported Employment for People with DisabilitiesDelivers job search training, placement assistance, short-term supports, and ongoing coaching to help individuals with disabilities find and sustain meaningful employment.
- On-the-Job Coaching and Skills Training Supported Employment for People with DisabilitiesDelivers hands-on coaching and skill development in real work environments to support job performance and retention for individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Pre-Employment and Transition Services (Pre-ETS) Youth Workforce Readiness ProgramsConducts workshops for students aged 14-22, covering job exploration, post-secondary training counseling, workplace readiness, self-advocacy, and work-based learning experiences to prepare them for employment.
- Pre-Employment and Transition Services (Pre-ETS) Youth Workforce Development for Foster AlumniOffers workshops for students aged 14–22 with developmental disabilities, focusing on job exploration, post-secondary counseling, workplace readiness, self-advocacy, and work-based learning experiences to prepare for future employment.
- Work-Adjustment Training (WAT) Supported Employment for People with DisabilitiesProvides structured, short-term placements in real-world job environments to assess and develop participants’ work readiness and functional abilities.
- Work-Adjustment Training (WAT) Supported Employment for People with DisabilitiesProvides structured, short-term placements in community job environments to assess participants' ability to work in real-world settings.
capacity building · 1
- Ethics and Legal Compliance Oversight Internal Ethics Complaint InvestigationInvestigates reported ethics or legal violations, takes corrective action, and reports findings to the Board of Directors and Board Treasurer to ensure compliance.
strategies · 11
how they think
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- Advocacy for Independence and Equity advocacy for independence and equityAdvocates systemically for the rights of individuals with disabilities to ensure equitable access to independence, employment, and benefits.
- Applied Behavior Analysis and Transition Services applied_behavior_analysisUses applied behavior analysis and structured transition planning to support individuals with autism and developmental disabilities in achieving employment and independent living goals.
- Benefits Information and Navigation information_provisionEquips individuals with disabilities and their families with critical information about public benefits, such as the Social Security Administration's Disabled Adult Child Program, to support informed decision-making and financial stability.
- Benefits and Systems Navigation information_provisionEquips individuals with disabilities and their families with information about public benefits, such as the Social Security Administration's Disabled Adult Child Program, to support informed decision-making and financial stability.
- Employment as a Pathway to Inclusion employment_as_inclusionViews access to competitive, integrated employment as essential for identity formation, independence, and social inclusion of individuals with disabilities, and actively promotes this through supported employment models.
- Inclusive Workforce Development inclusive employmentPartners with employers to create inclusive workplaces and expand employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities, advancing equity and community integration.
- Inclusive Workplace Development inclusive employmentCollaborates directly with employers to create inclusive work environments that support the hiring and retention of individuals with disabilities.
- Individualized Employment Preparation individualized-employment-supportProvides tailored support, training, and resources to prepare young adults with developmental disabilities for sustainable, integrated employment, grounded in the belief that personalized approaches increase success.
- Individualized Employment Preparation individualized-employment-supportProvides tailored support, training, and resources—using applied behavior analysis and person-centered planning—to prepare young adults with developmental disabilities for sustainable, integrated employment based on their strengths, choices, and needs.
- Internal Accountability Systems internal compliance monitoringMaintains ethical and legal compliance through internal reporting, mandatory disclosure policies for staff and volunteers, and anti-retaliation protections to ensure a safe and accountable organizational culture.
- Supported Employment Model supported employmentOperates on the belief that individuals with disabilities are capable of competitive, integrated employment when provided ongoing support, tools, and choice in career pathways, promoting empowerment and inclusion.
named programs · 6
what they call their work
DDD Employment Services
Individualized instruction and training to empower individuals with developmental disabilities to gain and maintain employment.
Day Treatment and Training Program (DTA)
A structured program focused on skill development to educate participants on accessing their community and increasing independent living skills.
Group-Supported Employment (GSE)
Provides job training in small integrated teams with continuous support from job coaches.
Individual-Supported Employment (ISE)
A person-centered service that helps individuals secure and maintain competitive jobs in the community.
Pathways to Employment (PTW)
Offers tailored job skill training and ongoing support for individuals with developmental disabilities.
Pre-Employment and Transition Services (Pre-ETS)
Workshops designed for students aged 14 to 22 to equip them with foundational skills for future employment.
relationships · 4
who they work with
- Board Treasurer Partner — Receives reports on compliance activity related to accounting or financial improprieties.
- Board of Directors Partner — Responsible for oversight of whistleblower complaints and resolution of ethical or legal concerns.
- Night Under the Stars Partner — Annual spring fundraiser event supporting Pathway to Work's mission.
- Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Partner — Partners to offer individualized, integrated, competitive employment opportunities, with VR counselors providing referrals for services.