Every journey has some twists and turns along the way. employU client, Lisa knows this all too well. Lisa worked successfully in Social Services prior to completing her BS in Human Services in 2016. From there, she worked as a Case Manager. But in February of 2018, Lisa’s journey would take a turn she was […]
Mike is an Air Force Veteran who returned from service as a Senior Airman. A Munitions System Journeyman who taught CDL driving, Mike pursued a career in CDL driving until his life was changed by an accident. Though his body was still healing when Mike came to employU, he was adamant that he wanted to […]
When getting to know 22-year-old Caitlin, one thing is for certain: Caitlin loves horses. Caitlin is currently going through the process of employU’s Discovery program, and early on expressed this lifelong passion to her Discovery Specialist, Jeff Hancock. Jeff also learned from those close to Caitlin, that this interest in horses included riding lessons and […]
Having a passion and turning that into a lifelong career is something many dream of doing. employU client, Michael, is taking steps to make this dream a reality. Michael was referred to employU in 2019, where he met his Job Coach, Jernice. At the time, Michael was working in a restaurant at Universal Studios as […]
Selena is an employU client with a passion for animals and a strong desire to become a vet tech. She also had goals of being financially independent and being able to move out on her own while supporting herself. Upon hearing Selena’s passion and goals, her Transition Coordinator Leita Strickland got to work. Selena began […]
An employU client with an amazing support system in his family, Zach participated in Project SEARCH in 2019. He was hired full-time at the Cleveland Clinic where he worked for over a year before deciding that he would excel further in a different environment. Knowing Zach has a remarkable memory and eye for detail, his […]
employU is a nonprofit employment service creating inclusive workforces for people with disabilities and other underserved populations through education, empowerment, and advocacy. We are partnered with The Florida Division of Vocational Rehabilitation and the American Dream Employment Network. Our company is structured as a one-stop-shop offering adult employment services, youth programs, employability trainings, paid work experience, and a variety of assessments. Our services enhance a customer’s ability to successfully achieve independence by establishing a lifelong career.
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