Fee-For-Service Pre-Employment Skills Development
An innovative 1-year program that gives adults with developmental disabilities the tools they need to thrive in the workplace and beyond.
RiseAbility is a new program designed to empower participants by developing essential employability skills, enhancing communication, fostering independent living skills, and promoting activity and inclusion within the greater community.
What We Offer
RiseAbility provides a structured and consistent learning environment with the specific needs of people with developmental disabilities in mind by focusing on:
Identifying Individual Challenges
- Understand participants’ unique challenges to finding and maintaining employment
Skill Development
- Build a wide range of vocational, communication, and life skills development
Progress Tracking
- Using the Assessment of Functional Living Skills to track progress and goals
Workplace Insights
- Understanding employer expectations and workplace practices
Practical Experience
- Providing hands-on volunteer opportunities and workplace simulations that replicate real on-the-job scenarios
Individual and Family Involvement
- Meeting with participants, families, and/or caregivers to share progress, gather feedback, and set goals
Expert Guidance
- Guided by a team of trained professionals experienced in working with individuals with developmental disabilities
Packages and Rates
This is a 1 year in person program. We offer flexible package options of 2, 3, or 5 days per week to accommodate individual needs and preferences. Participants can enroll in the program at the beginning of each quarter, i.e. January, April, July, October. Fees for service apply to all packages.
Package 1
Full-Time
5 days/week: Mon – Fri
9:30 am to 3:30 pm
Curriculum
- Vocational Skills
- Independent Living Skills
- Communication Skills
- Community Outings/Team Building
- Group Volunteering
- Workplace Simulations
- Ongoing Skills Assessments
- 8 Complied Assessment Reports
Package 2
Part-Time
3 days/week: Mon, Tues, Fri
9:30 am to 3:30 pm
Curriculum
- Vocational Skills
- Independent Living Skills
- Communication Skills
- Community Outings/Team Building
- Group Volunteering
- Workplace Simulations
- Ongoing Skills Assessments
- 4 Complied Assessment Reports
Package 3
Part-Time
2 days/week: Wed, Thurs
9:30 am to 3:30 pm
Curriculum
- Vocational Skills
- Independent Living Skills
- Communication Skills
- Workplace Simulations
- Ongoing Skills Assessments
- 4 Complied Assessment Reports
Join RiseAbility
This program is open to individuals:
- 18 years of age or older
- Diagnosed with developmental disabilities
- Able to commute to and from the program site
- Able to use transport for supervised outings, e.g. TTC or alternative transportation arrangements
Ready to apply? Fill out this application form.
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Employment Services for People with Disabilities in Toronto and York Region.
At JVS Toronto, we understand the needs of individuals living with a wide range of disabilities and offer the support required to obtain meaningful employment. Our targeted employment and volunteer programs unlock your abilities so you can reach your potential at work.
For more information about our range of employment and inclusion services for persons with disabilities, contact us at 416-787-1151 or intake@jvstoronto.org.