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| Career Initiation |
From short-term exposure to potential jobs to a variety of work placement options, COVA works toward satisfying long-term employment suited to each individual.
Employment Services/COVA Works
COVA career developers assist people to develop a job search plan and work toward successful placement with a community employer consistent with the person’s interests and skills.
Contact: John Finch, Ph.D., (614) 291-0098, or jfinch@cova.org
Job Shadow/Job Tryout
Job shadowing helps people to better understand the scope of a specific job, and allows them to have a vocational experience with a community employer.
Contact: John Finch, Ph.D., (614) 291-0098, or jfinch@cova.org
Job Coaching
Job coaching provides personal guidance and support services both on and off the employment site with the goal of job retention.
Contact: John Finch, Ph.D., (614) 291-0098, or jfinch@cova.org
Work Incentives Benefits Consultation
Assistance for those who want to become or stay employed while maximizing their benefits from Social Security Administration (SSA), Job and Family Services, and others. Consultations include analysis and discussion about the interplay among benefits, earned and unearned income, and strategies to get the most monthly income possible.
Contact: Meg Griffing, (614) 291-0193 or mgriffing@cova.org
CHOICE
High school students with emotional disturbances receive vocational development to help them make successful transitions from school to work, through career exploration activities and assistance in securing and retaining employment.
Contact: Jill Jones, (614) 291-0498 or jjones@cova.org |
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