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N.J. Workforce and One Stop Information National Center on One-Stops and Disability Council Report: "Moving People with Disabilities to Work" (PDF Format) For Employers who want to tap into a growing workforce Workforce Recruitment Program for College Students with Disabilities NJ Economic Development Authority	New Jersey's One-Stop system is designed and required to meet the needs of all job seekers who want to use the system. By law, this includes people with developmental disabilities. Remember - you are not required to accept only Vocational Rehabilitation services through the One-Stop. You are eligible for all the same services which apply to anyone else with your employment (unemployment) circumstance. Core Services Core services are those services that are available at no cost to everyone. Individual One-Stops determine how their core services are provided. An individual may receive core services as part of a large group, or service may be provided one-to-one. Sample Core Services Intake and orientation work skills exploration resource library which includes access to computers, telephones, fax and copy machines searches for jobs and training access to job banks or listings of available jobs Internet access resume development job search skills training networking skills workshops interview techniques workshops referral to an employer with current job openings customer satisfaction follow-up determination of eligibility for additional services Intensive Services One-Stops may have projects or services that are targeted toward specific groups such as teenagers, veterans, people with disabilities and people with limited incomes. Funding for intensive services and special projects comes from a wide variety of sources including state and federal funds, employers, unions and other places. In some cases, Centers may allow individuals to pay for intensive services from their own funds, such as PASS dollars. Sample Intensive Services ·comprehensive assessments of skills and service needs ·development of an individual employment and career plan ·customized screening and assessment ·reference/background checks ·intensive career counseling ·in-depth interviewing skills development ·computer workshops ·one-to-one assistance with updating your resume, cover letters and thank you letters ·case management ·contracted job coaching, job sampling ·contracted job development Training Services The type of training that is offered varies between local One-Stop systems and is based on the employment needs of the local economy. Individuals eligible for training services use what are known as Individual Training Accounts (ITAs). You can use an ITA to freely choose training services from any eligible organization that provides training. Listed below are some of the types of training services available from the One-Stop system. Talk with staff at your local One-Stop Center about what is available. ·occupational skills training ·on-the job training ·up to date work skills ·job readiness training ·adult education and literacy ·customized training for an employer who commits to hiring On your first visit to the One-Stop, you may attend some type of orientation session and receive a tour of the facility, or at least be able to sign up for orientation (all Centers are required to provide orientation). You may be asked to fill out some type of registration form. You may also be asked whether you require some accommodation for employment. This is required by the federal government of all one-stop intake personnel. At some Centers, you will receive a card, which you need to present each time you attend, while at other centers you only need to sign your name on an attendance sheet, or can just walk in. No matter what the procedures are at your local Center, you should be made to feel welcome! Once you have completed any requirements of the One-Stop to use the services such as initial registration and orientation (and remember, this varies from Center to Center), you may begin to use the services and resources that are available. The One-Stop staff may not be aware of employment services targeted toward people with disabilities, so you should be prepared to discuss job coaching and job accommodations. Your Independent Living Center staff or County Office on Disabilities can assist you in making a list of your personal needs.