VOA-GNY’s Career Access program is designed for adults above the age of 18 who are experiencing homelessness in New York City and have a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Through personalized job training and career coaching, participants can expect to gain the skills and confidence needed to begin seeking employment within one year of enrollment. Participants will also receive follow up support from an Economic Empowerment Specialist for up to a year, even after employment has been secured.

Participants whose employment goals involve longer-term training or education will be referred to the appropriate academic and training institutions including ACCES-VR, New York State’s vocational rehabilitation service.

The Career Access program includes:

• Personalized job training and career coaching
• Support in developing real-world job skills
• Assistance with benefits applications
• Guidance on inclusive hiring and workplace practices
• Follow up support from Economic Empowerment Specialist for up to a year

Interested? Contact us to learn more at info@voa-gny.org or (718) 993-3564.

_{The contents of this web page were developed under a grant from the U.S. Department of Education (Department). The Department does not mandate or prescribe practices, models, or other activities described or discussed on this web page. The contents of this web page may contain examples of, adaptations of, and links to resources created and maintained by another public or private organization. The Department does not control or guarantee the accuracy, relevance, timeliness, or completeness of this outside information. The content of this web page does not necessarily represent the policy of the Department. This publication is not intended to represent the views or policy of or be an endorsement of any views expressed or materials provided by any Federal agency.}