Supported Employment
Supported Employment services are designed for adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities who are interested in working in the community. The focus for participants is not only on achieving employment, but also acquiring the skills to become productive and valuable employees.
Employers report they get some of their most loyal and hardworking employees from Evergreen, and the individuals we serve get a chance to earn a competitive wage and prove they can get the job done.
By the Numbers
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ELS CLIENTS PARTICIPATE IN INITIATIVE
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FTEs OVERSEE
THE OPERATION
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SQUARE FEET OF DEDICATED SPACE
$--k
IN GROSS
REVENUE GENERATED ANNUALLY
Supported Employment
Our hands-on supportive employment program offers individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities the support and assistance they need to make long-term employment a reality. We match individuals eager to work with employers in their communities. The result is almost always a success! Employers report they get some of their most loyal and hard-working employees, and the individuals we serve get a chance to earn a competitive wage and prove they can get the job done. We provide continuous job coaching and ongoing training for as long as the individual is working. There are two employment options depending on each individual’s readiness and preference:
Group Placements Teams of individuals, working under direct supervision, are contracted by local companies to work as a group. Some of the duties might include production work, landscaping and janitorial tasks.
Individual Placements For individuals ready for the challenges of an independent work setting, we assist them in finding a job in their community. Our team matches job opportunities with the individual’s strengths and preferences. We continue to support the individual throughout their tenure to help ensure that both the employer and employee stay happy
Year Launched
Various
Location(s)
112 West Randolph Ave
Enid OK 73701
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7725 West Britton Road
Oklahoma City OK 73162
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1315 Walnut St.
Texarkana, Texas 75501
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10810 Sanden Drive
Dallas, TX 75238
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802 Pine Tree Road
Longview, TX 75604
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1412 Sibley Rd.
Minden, LA 71055
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920 Main St.
Pineville, LA 71360
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1146 Hodges St.
Lake Charles, LA 70601
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40052 N. Hoover Road
Ponchatoula, LA 70454
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1850 Lantaff Blvd., Suite 101
Madisonville, KY 42431
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​1128 South Park Dr
Bowling Green KY 42104
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Executive Director
Lisa Booze
Karen Towery
Linda Bailey
Doug Ryland
Lesa Hamilton
Keith Stevenson
Charmaine Jones
Raynard Gant
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Contact Person for Initiative
Overview
Supported employment ensures all individuals who want to work have the opportunity. We strive to assist people with disabilities to obtain real work for competitive wages. Evergreen Life Service staff are trained as effective job coaches and provide assistance that facilitates the individual to thrive and be a productive contributor to the work force.
Mission
Individuals Served (approximate)
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Benefits to Individuals Served
The individuals we serve get a chance to earn a competitive wage and prove they can get the job done.
Other Benefits to Evergreen Life Services
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Revenue Generated (Annually)
n/a
Impact
Employee Involvement
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Volunteers Involved
None
Executive Director Involvement
As needed.
Direct Supervisor Involvement
As needed.
Dedicated Space
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Grant Support
None.
Restricted Donations
None.
In-kind Donations
None
Subcontracted Space
None
Medicaid Waiver Funds
None
Other Revenue Sources
None
Community Partnerships
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