Work and Recovery Programs
Recovery Services
Employment instills pride, confidence, and self-sufficiency. Our Recovery Services assists individuals who have mental illness and want to work by supporting and promoting independence, inclusion in the community, and competitive employment.
Services
- Wellness recovery planning
- Group counseling
- Illness and medication management
- Social skills and self-sufficiency training
- Pre-vocational curriculum and career exploration
- Peer support and peer mentoring
- Community learning experiences
- Post-employment support services
- Link to JEVS vocational evaluation and skills training programs
- Link to JEVS community employment services
Eligibility
- Individuals with a mental illness who are:
- Philadelphia County residents who meet Philadelphia County Office of Behavioral Health eligibility requirements
- Philadelphia County residents who qualify for funding from Community Behavioral Health
- Residents of other Pennsylvania counties who qualify for Magellan Behavioral Health
- Residents of Philadelphia County with mental illness who have been in prison
Enrollment
Contact the JEVS Work and Recovery Programs admissions department.
Cost
No cost for those who qualify for funding as detailed above.
Location
9350 Ashton Road, Suite 201
Philadelphia, PA 19114
Hours
Monday–Friday: 8:30 am–4:00 pm
Contact
TEL: 267.350.8600
EMAIL: recovery@jevs.org
Employment Network
Our Employment Network is an empowering customized employment program that assists individuals with special needs, by preparing them for competitive employment and community integration. The process starts with a Philadelphia Vocational Profile to determine abilities, potential, and interests. Following this assessment, an individualized, goal-oriented vocational-plan is developed, and individuals are enrolled in the appropriate classes to ensure a smooth transition through the program and into competitive employment.
Services
- Assessment and vocational guidance
- Life skills and pre-vocational curriculum
- Community learning experiences
- Employment and career development
- Placement assistance in competitive employment
- On-the-job mentoring from job coaches and natural supports
- Artisans cooperative
- Culinary arts training
Eligibility
Must be age 18 or older with a developmental/intellectual disability, meeting waiver eligibility requirements.
Enrollment
Call Employment Network for information and/or contact your supports coordinator or Mental Retardation Services in Philadelphia for a referral.
Cost
No cost to those who are eligible.
Location
330 West Chelten Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19144
Hours
Monday–Friday: 8 am–4 pm
Evenings and weekends available as needed.
Contact
TEL: 215.848.6000
EMAIL: employnet@jevs.org
Vocational Evaluation and Skills Training
Over the years, we’ve seen the difference than employment can make in individuals’ lives. Through Vocational Evaluation and Skills Training, we work to identify individuals’ strengths and match them with rewarding career opportunities.
Services
- Vocational assessment and evaluation
- Individualized employment counseling
- Skills training in janitorial, hospitality, or culinary arts
- Job placement assistance
Eligibility
Individuals with disabilities who meet eligibility requirements of the Pennsylvania Office of Vocational Rehabilitation, U.S. Veterans’ Administration, or “private pay”.
Enrollment
Contact the JEVS Work and Recovery Programs admissions department.
Cost
No cost for those who qualify for funding from the Pennsylvania Office of Vocational Rehabilitation, U.S. Veterans’ Administration. Inquire about fee for “private pay”
Location
9350 Ashton Road, Suite 201
Philadelphia, PA 19114
Hours
Monday–Friday: 8:30 am–4:00 pm
Contact
TEL: 267.350.8600
EMAIL: jobskills@jevs.org
Community Employment Services
Community Employment Services strives to offer customized employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Each candidate is matched with an employer, with the goal of promoting independence in the workplace, and benefits from the assistance of job coaches and natural supports.
Services
- Assessment and career exploration
- Individualized job development — assistance in finding and securing competitive employment
- On-the-job training and mentoring from job coaches
- Development of natural supports on the job
- Volunteer opportunities
Eligibility
Must have a disability and be age 18 or older, or meet eligibility requirements of the Pennsylvania Office of Vocational Rehabilitation.
Enrollment
Contact the JEVS Work & Recovery Programs admissions department.
Cost
No cost to those who are eligible.
Location
9350 Ashton Road, Suite 201
Philadelphia, PA 19114
Hours
Monday–Friday: 8:30 am–4:00 pm
Contact
TEL: 267.350.8600
EMAIL: workincommunity@jevs.org
School-to-Work Services
School-to-Work Services provides support and transitional guidance to school-aged youth with disabilities who are looking to enter the workforce upon graduation. Students benefit from pre-vocational curriculum, and are guided in employment and career development that ultimately lead to community integration and competitive employment.
Services
- Transitional planning
- Best-practice recommendations
- Community resource direction
- Pre-vocational curriculum
- Assessment and vocational guidance
- Community learning experiences
- Employment and career development
- Placement assistance for competitive employment
- On-the-job mentoring from job coaches and natural supports
Eligibility
Students ranging from age 14 to 21.
Enrollment
Contact JEVS Work and Recovery Programs for programming options.
Cost
Competitive rates are available.
Location
Programming can be provided in school or at JEVS training sites located throughout the Greater Philadelphia area
Hours
Coordinated with school.
Contact
TEL: 267.350.8600
EMAIL: school2work@jevs.org
