At Barber National Institute, we believe that employment is more than a job – it’s a pathway to independence, confidence, and community connection. Our Employment Services empower individuals with intellectual disabilities, autism, or behavioral health challenges to explore their interests, build skills, and achieve their career goals.
Whether someone is preparing for their first job, returning to the workforce, or seeking opportunities for advancement, we provide the personalized support needed to succeed.
An Erie County program, facilitated in partnership with the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR), that provides Pre-Employment Transition Services for students. This program helps students with disabilities who want to start planning for future employment while they are still in school.
A vocational training program that offers businesses the opportunity to contract light production and assembly services completed by adults with intellectual disabilities who are training to complete ability-appropriate work projects while earning a paycheck.
Available in: Erie/Warren, Bedford, Somerset
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An Erie County program, training and work opportunities are provided to individuals who wish to transition from school or unemployment into an integrated, competitive workforce. The program offers a variety of work experiences and specialized training in landscaping, food service, janitorial work, and machine operation.
Adults work with highly trained and professional employment specialists or "job coaches." These highly trained professionals work side-by-side with the adult, remaining at the workplace until the new employee performs all job duties to the employer’s satisfaction.
Available in: Erie/Warren, Bedford, Somerset, Pittsburgh, Philadelphia
