Engagement Strategies


In order tuh create relationships wid employers, schools an’ agencies need tuh use effective engagement strategies to create opportunities fuh students wid disabilities. Considerations include:
- Streamlining referrals
- Establishing uh single point of contact
- Considering appropriate work-based learning tools
- Including local business organizations pon planning committees
- Promoting de educator in de workplace learning opportunities
Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR) Business Services
OVR’s Business Services Division cuh work directly wid employers tuh recruit an’ retain qualified students who meet their workforce needs. Dem cuh assist wid:
- Staffing
- Analyzing workplace accessibility
- Providing financial incentives
- Training pon disability awareness
- Providing networking resources

Wuh Cuh Partnering Wid Employers Do Fuh Students?
When students got options tuh interact wid employers, they benefit from:

Work-Based Learning Experiences
Students cuh be provided wid opportunities tuh learn job skills in de careers of their choice.

Mentorship Opportunities
Students cuh access support from individuals in de field of their interest.

Job Coaching
Students cuh receive individualized an’ structured supports while on de job.

Networking
Students gine got de opportunity tuh build relationships wid employers to help dem be successful later in life.

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