Customized Employment

The philosophy of CE is one of a “no fail process”. The model is about helping people with significant disabilities achieve employment in inclusive settings and earn
fair wages — CE assumes everyone can work. The individualized approaches are successful where other methods have left job seekers behind, and employers realize
solutions for unmet needs.

Cesar Majalca and his service provider, Margaret Sanderson, demonstrate the power of Customized Employment. After interviews of people who knew and understood his strengths, Cesar’s talents were revealed and matched with a local employer’s business needs resulting in a maintenance assistant job offer.

“He would give you everything — I only needed to show him a couple of times how to do something, and he would complete the task on his own. That kid is a hard worker, and he will do whatever you give him to the best of his ability.” – Becky, Cesar’s High School Track Coach

CE Specialists are trained and certified in – Discovery, Customized Job Development, and Work Related Supports — and are generally reimbursed based on certifications held. Trainees may be eligible for course reimbursements through the Department of Health Care Policy and Financing. 

The purpose of the community is to provide an opportunity for collaborative learning and professional development, through shared knowledge and experiences of Customized Employment. This community is intended for Employment or Direct Service Professionals, Supervisors, VR Counselors, Case Managers, and any other interested parties. The community meets every other month September 2022 – May 2023 virtually on Zoom. Click here for dates and registration information.