The person-centered vocational profile is an innovative service offered by the Individualized Career & Transition Services (ICTS) department. It uses person-centered, individualized evaluation instead of standardized tests. The evaluator spends time with family, friends, staff and the individual being evaluated in a variety of environments. The process is cooperative, optimistic, inclusive and empowering to the person involved. Each profile will:
- Identify contributions an individual can offer an employer
- Identify present and future employment possibilities
- Describe ideal work setting
- Provide direction/recommendations for vocational programming
Recommendations generated from the profile are highly individualized and include a variety of ways to increase a person's vocational experiences. Examples of recommendations include:
- Volunteer opportunities for individuals resulting in increased integration and work experience
- Referral to VESID for supported employment
- Programs for individuals to pursue their interests/job aptitudes such as computer training or General Education Diploma (GED) classes
- Link individuals to community activities (art classes, special interest groups)
- Pursue self-employment
- Assistance in planning a varied week of work, volunteering and education toward achieving work education
