Often, having a disability constitutes a substantial barrier to employment. Career Access Network is committed to providing professional employment services for any person with a disability, without regard to race, color, religion, nationality, gender, disability, veteran's status, or ability to pay.
Network participants have access to the following services:
. Employment Opportunity Analysis
. Personal Employment Plans
. Personal consulting and training to enhance job-seeking and retention skills
. Developing job preferences
. Disability awareness training
. Job development & placement
. Coaching services (as needed)
. Follow-up consulting & assistance
- Job Groups
- On-site Assessments
- Access to drop-in Center
Career Access Network
Career Access Network provides organized and planned services to assist persons with disabilities in securing career employment. It is important that individuals have the opportunity to consider options and make informed choices while pursuing a competitive career goal. The goal of Career Access Network is to provide a variety of assistive employment services that enable individuals with disabilities to secure community-based employment with competitive earnings and benefits. The program is available to anyone with a disability in the Will, Cook and Grundy County areas and has two offices in Joliet and Tinley Park.
Supported Employment
Supported Employment is an additional service offered by Career Access Network. Individuals participating in this program receive assistance in becoming employed--often for the first time. Job-seekers are guided through the process of identifying a preferred job, applying for the job, and then interviewing. Program participants receive on-the-job support from a job coach as needed. Coaching enables persons with disabilities to achieve independence through employment, resulting in the opportunity to earn their own money and become a more responsible and valued member of the community.
Drop-In Center
The Drop-In Center, located in New Lenox, IL offers continuing support to individuals who have attained employment. Workplace issues such as conflict resolution and getting along with supervisors are presented in a group format. Persons who are struggling in a new job can bring problems to the group for discussion. To support individuals during non-working hours, the Drop-In Center plans numerous social events, including a photography club, pool, darts, and air hockey tournaments. The building also has arcade games and a jukebox.
Career Access Network is directed by Lori Hausherr; 2613 E. Cass St., Unit A, Joliet, IL 60432 (815) 724-1860
LHausherr@trinity-services.org.