OVERVIEW
The Mission and Purpose of The Arc of the East Bay is best illustrated by the Community Services Program—people who have disabilities working productively in their own communities, interacting with their neighbors as coworkers and service providers, and earning the pride and self-esteem that comes with a job well done.
We match individuals eager to work with employers in their communities. The result is always a success. Employers report that they get some of their most dedicated and hard working employees. And an individual who has a developmental disability gets an opportunity to prove that he or she can work hard and get the job done.
But our role doesn’t stop after hiring day. The Arc of the East Bay continues to provide ongoing job coaching and support for as long as the individual is working—at no cost to the individual or company.
GROUP PLACEMENTS
Teams of individuals, working under direct supervision from The Arc of the East Bay, are hired directly by local companies or work under contracts through The Arc. Duties include production work, landscaping, graffiti removal, janitorial, retail, and customer
Service, etc. Some of our consumers work at Livermore Police Department, the Cities of Pleasanton and Union City, and the Oakland Museum.
INDIVIDUAL PLACEMENTS
For consumers who are ready for the challenges of an independent work setting, we have a wide variety of jobs in the local Community. Our professional Job Developer matches the individual’s strengths and preferences with the best placement.
While the consumer is a direct employee of the company, The Arc still works closely with him or her through a Job Coordinator. Jobs range widely from office work to food prep to retail and customer service to janitorial. We have placed consumers with companies such as Burlington Coat Factory, Wal-Mart, Trader Joe’s, Red Lobster, and Lucky Stores.
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Job Development
Matching consumer preferences and strengths with positions at local companies.
Job Diversity
Jobs range from a very supportive environment to competitive employment.
Mobility Training
Ensuring that the consumer can get to the worksite.
One-On-One Job Training
Individualized job coaching at specific job skills.
Ongoing Job Support
Weekly visits by Job Coordinators throughout the term of employment.
Social Security Advocacy
Educate SSA/SSI recipients on rights and responsibilities.
Independent Living Skills
Referral to ILS program for preparation and support for consumers living on their own or about to transition.
INTAKES, REFERRALS, TOURS, AND INFORMATION
The Arc of the East Bay
Community Services
Cecilia Chau-Connolly
1101 Walpert St.
Hayward, CA 94541
ceciliaconnolly@arceastbay.org
Phone: 510-394-9886
Fax: 510-352-8714
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The Arc of the East Bay offers life skills education and employment services tailored to the needs and goals of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our clients set their own annual goals, often with input from their families. Dedicated Arc staffers – called Direct Service Providers – then work tirelessly to help clients achieve those personal goals.
