WorkPlace Associates' mission is to support vocationally challenged people to succeed in securing and retaining fulfilling employment using community-based employers and resources
1490 University Blvd. Hamilton, OH 45011
Phone: 513-867-5400 FAX: 513-896-5682
WorkPlace Associates serves its clients using the Supportive Employment model. The tools of this model are Job Development, Job Coaching and Job Retention supports.
Job Development: WorkPlace Associates maintains a network of employers that provides access to a broad array of job opportunities. Job Development then determines the clients' skills and preferences and matches those with the right job and employer.
Job Coaching: Coaching provides both the client and the employer with the on-site support key to mastering job duties and the work environment. As mastery is achieved, coaching decreases until no longer needed.
Job Retention Supports: These supports include less frequent drop-bys to assure ongoing success. Should there be a slippage in performance or a substantial change in duties, Job Coaching may be reinitiated.
WorkPlace Associates is certified by the Ohio Department of Mental Health, and accredited by the Commission on the Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF)
WorkPlace Associates is also a certified provider for the Ohio Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation (BVR) and works closely with our clients to secure funding for our services.
Career success requires knowing and implementing the steps that match your
interests and talents with available employment opportunities. At WorkPlace
Associates, we view work as a way to not only earn an income, but to also
provide a source of pride, personal growth, and time structuring.
WorkPlace Associates provides
services to people who have barriers to employment including psychiatric, MR/DD,
substance abuse, or other issues.
WorkPlace Associates welcomes self
referrals, as well as referrals from physicians, therapists, case managers, and
others. Simply call 513-867-5400 ext 3170 or email
lthompson@bbhs.org
to get started.
WorkPlace Associates services are
funded by a variety of sources, including: Rehabilitation Services Commission,
Butler County Mental Health Board, Butler County Board of MR/DD, the Health
Foundation of Greater Cincinnati, Direct Contract with Businesses.
WorkPlace Associates Services and
Descriptions
Foundations ”A great place to start.” Small-group educational
session covering: Disability Benefits, self-advocacy, vocational resources, and
available services, career interests, labor market information, and how to
present yourself to potential employers.
School Age Transition Services-Vocational education and planning
for the employment of young adults.
Community Based Work Assessment-Also known as “Job Tryouts”-on the
job experiences of personal preference and work skill evaluation.
Supported Employment-Hands-on assistance with finding, getting,
and keeping a job. Traditional Supported employment services include Job
Development, Job Coaching, and Retention.
Vocational Case Management- Education, Advocacy, Career
Counseling/Guidance and Employment Planning.
To learn more about WorkPlace Associates, or to start your journey into
the world of "Real Work for Real Money," call (513) 867-5400 today.
WorkPlace Associates is a division of
Butler Behavioral Health Services, Inc.
