EASE
EMPOWERMENT AND ADVOCACY SERVICES FOR EMPLOYMENT

Description: Promote successful employment of individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing.

Program provides the following services:

Assessment
Review work history
Identify current job interests
Determine readiness for job

Employment preparation and placement
Complete a master job application
Develop a resume
Practice job interviews
Conduct a job search
Communication strategies with coworkers and supervisors
Dealing appropriately with other related work issues e.g., attendance, punctuality, work habits and attitudes

On-the-Job Assistance
Learning and performing job tasks
Using public transportation to and from work
Meeting coworkers and supervisors
Communicating at the employment site
Resolving any work-related issues such as social security benefit changes, work schedule and transportation conflicts, and any other issues that may jeopardize the ability to continue working.

Eligibility
Deaf and hard of hearing adults
Age 18 or older
Referred by Department of Rehabilitation

Service Areas
San Joaquin and Stanislaus Counties

For information about the program, please call
(209) 390-9042 VP
(209) 475-4835 TTY
(209) 475-4836 Voice
or email to tmello@norcalcenter.org

Program funded by the California Department of Rehabilitation