Using the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) model, the SEED program offers Supported Employment and Supported Education case management services. Supported employment is a term used to describe programs and services that help individuals with mental health challenges secure and maintain meaningful employment. Supported employment programs assist the individual with everything from the job search to job training and on-site counseling. Supported Education is a psychiatric rehabilitation practice based on proven research principles. The aim of this program is to provide the opportunities, resources, and support to people with psychiatric disabilities so they may gain admittance to and succeed in the pursuit of post-secondary education.
Prospective clients are individuals who have experienced mental health challenges and are now on the road to recovery. Some individuals do not have previous work experience, while others may have extensive experience. Individuals may be returning to the workforce after a prolonged absence or looking for support in maintaining their current job.
SEED can assist students with:
- career/school exploration
- developing/accessing school resources
- supportive assistance focused on academic issues and managing symptoms while in school enrollment process
- FAFSA application
- request for accommodations
- self-advocacy skills
- resource navigation
Supported employment programs assist the individual with everything from the job search to job training and onsite counseling. Individuals receive the following services:
- job strengths and skills assessment
- assistance with identifying career goals
- job skills training
- job placement
- collaboration with the employer, case management, personnel, medical services, psychosocial programs
- referrals to other therapies and job retention programs
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