|
What's Coming Up?
Monday, April 20
Auxiliary Card Party,
Join us for lunch
and card games!
Cost is $10 per person.
Sunday, June 14
Ability Quest:
Walk, Stroll or Roll
Friday, July 10
15th Annual
Day at the Lake
|
Ability Quest:
Walk, Stroll or Roll!
Join us for Ability Quest, Sunday, June 14, 7:30 a.m. This event will raise funds for The Rehabilitation Institute. If you are interested in participating call Celeste Burks at 816-751-7901. You may also visit the new Ability Quest website by clicking here. |
|
Thank you Ameristar Cares! |
|
Ameristar Team Members volunteered their time to help make Valentine's Day special for the clients of R.I. Industries. |
|
|
|
Donate Here!
You can also call
Dana Chatlin,
816-751-7815 |
| We are proudly
supported by
| |
|
Employment Services are Building Brighter Futures with Wal-Mart
 Michael Hoover found himself walking through the doors of Wal-Mart as his new employer just four months ago. With assistance from The Rehabilitation Institute's Employment Services Michael has a full-time position with benefits. After being referred to the school-to-work transition program seven months ago, Michael met with Terri Henson, our Retention Specialist weekly to create a job plan and secure employment. "Wal-Mart has really worked with Michael to give him set hours," said Terri. With two consecutive days off and an 8 to 5 schedule, Michael has time to do things outside of work he enjoys like playing the guitar. "Wal-Mart loves Michael and gave him the confidence and independence he needed," said Terri. "Our clients are happy with Wal-Mart. They give opportunities to everyone and are open to our job coaches coming in to work with our clients." |
|
Did you know?
The unemployment rate for people with disabilities is ten times greater than the national rate. Yet many individuals with disabilities have a strong desire to work and the skills employers need.
Our Employment Services help individuals with disabilities find jobs and succeed in their positions. We work with an outstanding 1200 clients a year looking for jobs. |
|
REHAB SPOTLIGHT
THEREASA HENSON
 Thereasa "Terri" Henson, Retention Specialist, has been with The Rehabilitation Institute for 13 years. She is responsible for assisting clients with disabilities in obtaining and maintaining employment, overseeing job coaches and building rapport with potential employers. Terri's experience in vocational rehabilitation and career development contributes to the success of our clients. She has been MANDT trained, which is a systematic way to manage people when they have difficulty managing their own behavior. She is also certified in behavior modification, CPR and first aid. Terri goes above and beyond her normal duties to help our clients achieve their goals and was honored as our 2007 Employee of the Year. |
Candidate of the Month
TIM STEWART
 Meet Tim Stewart. Tim is a client in our Employment Services program. He is looking for a part-time, entry-level position in electronics technology or assembly. Tim graduated from MCC Business and Technology Center in Electronics Technology and is currently studying Computer Science. Tim has excellent finger dexterity and enjoys problem solving. With his current experience as a Lab Tech and excellent work ethic, Tim proves he would be a valuable employee. If you are interested in interviewing or hiring Tim, please contact Aimee Adams at 816-751-7924 or by click here to email her. |
|
Manpower behind RI Industries
Could you benefit from a little extra help with a labor-intensive project? The 200 clients of R.I. Industries, our Extended Work Adjustment Program, are ready to help. R.I. Industries provide a cost-effective option for light industrial sub-contract work ranging from soldering and assembly to packaging, labeling and sorting. Contact Lynda Pellerito at 816-751-7854 and start saving time and money today.
R.I. Industries is supported by EITAS, Empowering Individuals
through Advocacy and Support, Developmentally Disabled Services
of Jackson County.
| |
|
|
|
