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Supported Employment

Competitive employment with ongoing support services for people with significant disabilities.

Supported employment is competitive, integrated employment for people with significant disabilities, with ongoing support services as needed.

Key features: - Real jobs in the community, not sheltered workshops - Competitive wages (at least minimum wage) - Integrated settings with non-disabled coworkers - Ongoing support based on individual needs

Support services may include: - Job coaches - Transportation assistance - Benefits counseling - Natural supports from coworkers - Assistive technology

Who provides supported employment: - State vocational rehabilitation agencies - Community rehabilitation providers - Developmental disabilities agencies - Veteran services

Under the ADA, employers must allow reasonable accommodations that enable supported employment, such as permitting job coaches in the workplace or modifying training procedures.

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