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Vocational Services

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Vocational Services embraces the mission of Washtenaw County CSTS promoting quality of life, providing with dignity and respect, community-based mental health services for individuals in Washtenaw County. We have provided vocational programming for over 25 years with long-term employment maintained by many individuals.

Vocational services are provided in small group, supervised settings (enclaves), or in individual supported employment in various settings including major retail stores, hotels, fast food restaurants, and extended care facilities. The hours are flexible to support those in individual supported employment.

Services provided within supported employment include:

  • Initial Vocational Assessment & Planning: Competent and well qualified staff are available to provide assessment and planning services to insure that individuals are in jobs they can perform.
  • Job Development : Includes assistance with the application process and other pre employment requirements.
  • Assistance with orientation for employment: Job coaches and other supports help to insure that the person and job are a good fit.
  • Assistance with transportation arrangements to and from work : A variety of transportation methods may be utilized, including the public bus system, door-to-door cab service, and Washtenaw County vans as needed. Persons can be connected with a travel trainer with Ann Arbor Transit Authority to learn how to use the bus system. Individuals will not be allowed to travel independently to their jobs until they are ready.
  • Job Coaching: Involvement with on the job training; assistance with understanding job expectations; on-site coaching consultation and on-going coaching and support; reporting on an individual's progress; assistance with development of job modifications to maximize success; support for development of appropriate relationships at work and other social needs.

For more information:

Contact Debbie Owen at (734) 222-3400