Job Development, Job Coaching, and Long-Term Follow-Along (LTFA) Community Employment Services offer CODI consumers the opportunity to be trained or work in the community while earning a competitive wage and developing job skills.

 

Job Development, Job Coaching, and Long-Term Follow-up (LTFA) are critical services funded through the NJ Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services (DVRS). These services are designed to support differently-abled individuals in securing and maintaining employment in integrated settings.

 

Job Development assists individuals in securing employment based on their skills, interests, and goals. A job developer works closely with the consumer and prospective employers to identify job opportunities that align with the consumer’s abilities.

 

Job Coaching is provided after a consumer is hired to help them adjust to the work environment and learn the necessary tasks for the job.

 

Long-term follow-up (LTFA) provides ongoing support after the initial job placement and job coaching phase. It provides continuous follow-up to ensure the individual retains their job and any necessary support is in place for long-term success.

 

Funding Through DVR

DVRS (Division of Vocational Rehabilitation) funds these services to help individuals with disabilities achieve competitive, integrated employment.

 

Eligibility and Process:

• Individuals must be determined eligible for DVR services, typically based on their disability and employment goals.

• DVR creates a plan outlining the individual's vocational goals and services required.

• Funding for job development, coaching, and LTFA is often included in this individualized plan.

 

When combined, these services offer a comprehensive approach to supporting individuals with disabilities in gaining and maintaining meaningful employment.