Supported Employment Services

Real jobs, real wages, real experience for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities

The Supported Employment Services program at LFSVA links individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Roanoke and surrounding areas with competitive employment opportunities in the community.

For individuals

We work with individuals age 18 and older to help them fulfill their vocational potential by

Identifying vocational skills and interests
Helping develop resumes and completing job applications
Touring prospective jobs
Assisting with job training
Helping procure transportation
Coaching and support at the worksite
Developing worksite accommodations

Services are billable to DARS, Medicaid waiver or self-pay.

For employers

We also work closely with employers to provide support and necessary training of employees at no cost to the employer. These services include:

Support on-site for individuals, as needed
Monitoring of employee and employer satisfaction
Developing workplace accommodations

LFSVA is approved as a vendor by the Department of Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Services are provided in Roanoke and surrounding areas through DARS and the Medicaid Waiver.

Download the referral form here, or learn more about this program or about becoming a community partner by emailing Deidra Preston.