WorkFirst is committed to offering personalized services for people with disabilities looking to enter or re-enter the workforce. We empower individuals to uncover their unique talents, interests, goals, and skills, guiding job seekers toward meaningful, productive, and financially rewarding careers.
This program is designed to assist people with building robust lives increasing economic self-sufficiency and providing valuable workforce opportunity services.
Easterseals WorkFirst is CARF accredited. CARF is an independent nonprofit focused on advancing the quality of health and human services. CARF accredits organizations worldwide so that people can better identify organizations offering high-quality services, such as Easterseals Southern California.
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Customized Employment is a service that connects job seekers with a vocational specialist. Job seekers are usually referred by local Regional Centers and the Department of Rehabilitation. The specialist helps them find work that fits their ideal jobs conditions. This process includes:
Direct Placement is a service that supports job seekers--typically referred by the Department of Rehabilitation--in securing work that meets their career goals by:
NextPath is a 1-to-1 customized service that supports individuals--typically referred by the Department of Rehabilitation--who have committed non-violent offenses in obtaining jobs by:
Easterseals WorkFirst will provide on-the-job support. This support will help both the employee and employer during the transition. Specialized support will be provided for the individual and for the position.
Schedule: WorkFirst Associates have flexible schedules. They usually work Monday to Friday during regular business hours. However, they can also work evenings and weekends if needed. This is determined by the type of job and work scheduled desired and needed by the individuals we serve.
Setting: Services are provided within the local business communities of the individuals we support.
Funding and Referral Sources: WorkFirst currently works with the California Department of Rehabilitation and the following Regional Centers:
Fees: Typically services are funded through the agencies listed above, and there is no fee to the individual
Service Providers: All services are provided directly, however referrals to outside agencies, or generic community resources are provided as needed.
For more information about WorkFirst call us or submit a form.
Phone:760-737-3990 WorkFirst Employment Services, menu option 3