From Real People, Real Jobs: "Welcome! This site highlights the employment successes of people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) who are working in paid jobs in their communities. Through the use of innovative, front-line employment support practices, these individuals are earning money, forming networks, and contributing to their communities. Learn more about these people and the promising practices that led to their success."
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Family of Woodstock, Inc works in conjunction with the Office of Employment and Training to help qualifying youth 16-21 who need support finding jobs and becoming self-sufficient individuals. They have GED support, work readiness workshops, money to pay for certification tuition, and paid internships available. Contact: Genevieve Salerno, Youth Employment Case Specialist at (845) 331-7080 x153.
Shared by: Lucille A. Ruggieri, UCTCC Co-Chair, Vocational Coordinator, Gateway Community Industries, Ulster County Department of Mental Health.

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Learn how to find a job, write a resume, and be interviewed!!!
Come to the Work Readiness Workshop
Everette Hodge Center
1521 Franklin St, Kingston, NY
Wednesday March 28, 2012 from 4:15 to 5:15

Must be between the ages of 16 and 21 to participate.
  Call (845) 331-7080 x153 for more details
    Brought to you by Family of Woodstock, Inc. and the WIB Youth Council

Ulster County Transition Coordinating Council presents
2012 Parent Information Series
Are you a parent or guardian of a young adult with an IEP or 504 Plan? Do you know who can provide services after high school graduation?  Do you have concerns about accessing supports? If so, you are invited to attend the following FREE informational workshop to learn about available options and resources.  Come and get answers to your questions and initiate linkages to the adult services which promote the successful transition of young adults from school to living, learning and earning in their communities.

This workshop will be offered from 6:00 - 8:00p.m. at two different locations: 
Tuesday,  April 10th at Ulster County BOCES Career & Tech Center, Rte.  9W, Port Ewen, NY
and
Tuesday, April 17th at Ulster County BOCES, Rte. 32, New Paltz, NY
For More Information or to Register: Contact Lucille Ruggieri at (845) 340-4160 or email LRuggieri@gatewayindustries.org or read more below.