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Contact Information
ViabilityContact: Paula Tessier, Director
Email Address: greenfield@viability.org
Phone: 413-774-2351
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60 Wells Street Suite 1 Greenfield, MA 01301
Area Served: West
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Narrative
Program Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
Hours vary based on support needs
Employment Supports in Greenfield supports the self-determination of people with disabilities and/or other challenges to actively live, learn, work, and thrive in the community.
Individual Supported Employment Services supports a person in working successfully at a job of his/her own within the community. A Department of Developmental Services (DDS) referral is required. The service is for people who are able to work in the community independently. They get initial job training from staff and the employer. People go through a vocational assessment to determine a best possible employment opportunity. With this information, staff and the person develop an individual job placement that matches their interests and skills. Next, individualized job training is offered to them to learn the job. After Assessment, Placement and Training have taken place, Follow Along is provided to help people keep the job.
Group Employment Services requires a referral through the Department of Developmental Services (DDS). This program provides work to 3-8 participants at a community-based worksite. It also establishes a mobile work crew with the assistance of a staff Job Coach. The program allows people to work in an integrated work setting. The focus is on developing/strengthening social skills required for successful employment. The program is designed to help people to maintain long-term working experiences with some intermittent social support, direction or re-enforcement. This program often serves as a stepping stone to Individual Supported Employment for people.
Community-Based Day Supports Program (CBDS)
As with all DDS-funded programs, a referral is required. This program provides people with support and opportunities to develop social skills and competencies. People enjoy a full range of community activities, such as recreational groups, volunteering and community trips. They develop a network of caring relationships. The primary goal of CBDS is to provide a clearly defined path to employment through a variety of work-related activities and experiences. These include exposure to the world of work through:
- participation in business tours of local area companies
- job tryouts
- work group discussions
- pre-employment skills training:
- filling out applications
- mock interviews
- other community engagement activities
Service Types
- Community Based Day Program
- Day Activity
- Door to Door-Lift
- Door to Door-Nonlift
- Job Placement
- Job Seeking
- Job Skills
- Job Support
- Job Training
Program Type
- Jobs
- Vocational
Populations Served
- Developmental Disability
- Intellectual Disabilities
Ages Served
- 19 - 22
- 23 – 59
- 60 +
Accessibility Features
- Able to serve clients in their wheelchair
- Accessible Parking
- Accessible Restrooms
Additional Information
- Accredited By: CARF
- Fees: Free Service
- Licensed By: DDS