Supported
Employment
Supported employment is a unique employment service for individuals who, because of
disabilities, need ongoing support services in the competitive workforce.
Staff from private, non-profit rehabilitation agencies statewide provide services to
both the employer and the employee, including:
- recruitment, matching an employee to tasks and duties within the company
- assistance in training the employee and co-workers/mentors in working most effectively
with the employee
- assisting the individual in work-related needs such as transportation, counseling, and
living in the community.
Most supported employees work 20 hours or more per week, at or above minimum wage.
The Supported Employment Connection is a quarterly newsletter that is
distributed with support from DHS, DLTC, BLTS
and DVR .
For more information contact Holly Fentress at (608) 267-9258, or by e-mail at fenthd@dhfs.state.wi.us or Tammy Hofmeister at
(608) 266-7251, or by e-mail at hofmetc@dhfs.state.wi.us.
Last Revised: July 02, 2008
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