A Resource Guide for Children and Adults With Developmental Disabilities Living in King County

Seattle/King County Organizations

Note:  Some of the following organizations have current contracts with King County to provide job placement and vocational support services to eligible adult
(18 years and older) clients of the Division of Developmental Disabilities.  Interested individuals may contact any of these agencies directly to inquire about services provided or to request additional information.  It is important to remember, however, that the ability of any listed organization to actually provide services to specific individuals is dependent upon the availability and approval of support dollars from DDD and/or King County and the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR).  Information about the referral process for specific individuals can be obtained by contacting the person's assigned Case/Resource manager with DDD, or by calling the Region 4 DDD intake worker at (206) 568-5700.

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At Work!
Corporate Headquarters
690 NW Juniper Avenue
Issaquah, WA 98027
Phone:  (425) 274-4000
Fax:  (425) 274-4010
E-mail:  info@atwork-issaquah.com
Web:  http://www.atwork-issaquah.com/
Info:  Nonprofit community rehabilitation program that provides job development and work training for individuals with disabilities.  Pre-vocational, group supported employment and individual employment.

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CARES of Washington
1833 N. 105th St. Suite 201
Seattle, WA 98133
Phone:  (206) 938-1253
Web:  http://www.caresofwa.org/
Info:  CARES of Washington is a non-profit organization working to promote a diverse and competent workforce by providing innovative employment opportunities, training and increased independence in our communities. We annually assists more than 800 individuals with disabilities to locate and secure employment. Services to participants and employers include: assessment of abilities and interests, job readiness training, job development, job modification, job training, job placement and retention services.

Community Trades & Careers
17962 Midvale Avenue N
Suite 102
PO Box 7368
Shoreline, WA 98133
Phone:  (206)542-8605
Fax:  (206)546-0305
E-mail:  lindap@sunrisecommunityliving.com
Web:  http://sunrisecommunityliving.com/helpfindwork-ctc.html
Info:  Participants' needs and abilities are carefully matched to the needs of employers. CTC coordinates the involvement of co-workers and supervisors in the training and support of the participant. Job coaches provide support to both the worker and the employer. Assists participants in all phases of obtaining and keeping a job, including dress and grooming skills, travel training, and budgeting and money management skills.

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Eastside Employment Services
1601 - 116th Avenue NE, Suite 102
Bellevue, WA 98004
Phone:  (425)453-0676
Fax:  (425)453-0338
E-mail:  info@eside.org
Web:  http://www.eside.org 
Info:  Individualized employment services.  Currently, in addition to its extensive supported employment program, the agency is involved in programs focusing on transitioning students with developmental disabilities from school to work; creating an outreach program for the Chinese and Vietnamese speaking community; and developing opportunities for individuals who have more significant disabilities.

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Highline Community College Community & Employment Services
PO Box 98000, MS 99-180
Des Moines, WA 98198-9800
Phone:  (206) 878-3710, x 3222
Fax:  (206) 878-7247
E-mail: communityemployment@highline.edu
Info:  The focus of Community & Employment Services is to find competitive employment based upon a person’s unique strengths and preferences. It is designed to provide individuals with personalized attention in accessing community support and utilizes the individuals themselves, their families and support networks to gain the information necessary to find the best community job placement. Services provided may include a program designed around individual’s personal choice and preferences; a variety of strategies including job sampling, volunteering, individual instruction and career counseling be used to gain employment; job coaching, job retention, and follow along services to support successful, long-term employment; support services for those of retirement age.  Programs available include: Community Access / Retirement Services, Pathways to Individual Employment and Supported Employment.

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Lighthouse for the Blind
PO Box C-14119
2501 South Plum Street
Seattle, WA 98114
Phone:  (206)322-4200
TTY:  (206) 324-1388
Fax:  (206)329-3397
E-mail:  info@seattlelh.com
Web:  http://www.seattlelighthouse.org 
Info:  Non-profit organization which provides employment, training, vocational and rehabilitation services, computer training programs, and recreational opportunities for people who are blind, deaf-blind and multi-disabled blind.  The Lighthouse creates employment and training opportunities by operating within both the manufacturing and service industries.  Quarterly "Horizons" newsletter available on-line, in Braille, large print, on audiocassette or by email.

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Mainstay - Seattle Central Community College
1701 Broadway, 2NP101
Seattle, WA 98122
Phone:  (206) 344-4394
Fax:  (206) 287-5533
E-mail:  mainstay@sccd.ctc.edu
Web:  http://seattlecentral.edu/mainstay
Info:  Mainstay, a career resource and supported employment program, was established in 1980 in partnership with Seattle Central Community College. Mainstay supports the community and business by matching individuals with varied capabilities and backgrounds to employers' needs. Mainstay's goal is to assist and support people with disabilities in reaching financial and personal independence by gaining employment in the competitive workplace.

Mobile Crew Services
5501- 4th South
Seattle, WA 98108-2438
Phone:  (206) 763-6480
Info:  Group Supported Employment

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Northwest Center
Northwest Center
PO Box 80827
7272 W. Marginal Way S.
Seattle, WA 98108
Phone: (206) 285-9140
Fax: 206-286-2300
Email: service@nwcenter.org
Web: www.nwcenter.org
Info: Large, comprehensive service provider for people with disabilities. Provides therapy, education, training and job placement services. Mission is to promote the growth, development, and independence of persons with disabilities through programs of education, rehabilitation and work opportunity. NWC's Community Services provides referrals for vocational testing, resume creation-written, video or portfolio, interview skill building, training on filling out job applications, trial work experiences, job sampling & job tours, job development, job carving, job placement and stabilization, ongoing support & job retention, and transitional employment services.

Northwest Vocational Services - Seattle Mental Health
1600 East Olive Street
Seattle, WA 98122
Phone:  (206) 324-2400
Fax:  (206) 324-9433
Web:  http://www.smh.org
Info:  Help clients define and achieve employment and employment-related goals. 

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PROVAIL Employment and Community Services
P 0 Box 77048
Seattle, WA 98177
Phone:  (206) 363-7303
Fax:  (206) 361-5628
E-mail:  cherylg@provail.org
Web:  http://www.provail.org/programs/ecs.html
Info:  PROVAIL Employment and Community Services helps people with all types of disabilities secure and maintain competitive employment in the community. ECS helps find jobs for people whose disabilities previously excluded them from employment outside of sheltered workshops. By working closely with the applicant and potential employer, PROVAIL helps identify appropriate jobs for the client. Individualized support includes developing strategies for professional success--from training on public transportation to technological accommodations--and providing on-the-job support until the transition to the new job is complete.

Puget Sound Personnel Inc.
1808 Richards Road #120
Bellevue, WA 98005-3944
Phone:  (425) 562-1231
Fax:  (425) 562-1439
E-mail: info@pspwork.com
Web:  http://www.pspwork.com
Info:  Since 1983, Puget Sound Personnel (PSP) has helped people with disabilities find rewarding work in the community. Individualized services include listening to each job seeker’s needs and interests to create employment plans based on personal choices; and developing career-oriented jobs that offer competitive salaries and benefits. As a supported employment agency, Puget Sound Personnel provides on-going training and support needed for long-term employment success.

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Rios Employment & Consulting Services
PO Box 7404
Bonney Lake, WA 98390
Phone:  (253) 891-8463
Fax:  (253) 891-8468
Info:  Individual employment provider.

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SKCAC Industries
19731 Russell Road South
Kent, WA 98032
Phone:  (253) 395-1240
Fax:  (253) 395-1243
E-mail:  info@skcac.com
Web:  http://www.skcac.com
Info:  SKCAC Industries was organized in 1967 as a not-for-profit corporation. SKCAC provides adults with disabilities the opportunity to be part of a productive work force, thus increasing independence and decreasing the need for outside supports.

Sound Employment Services
709 NE Northlake Way
Seattle, WA 98105
Phone:  (206) 634-3459
Fax:  (206) 634-2043
Info:  Individual employment provider.

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University of Washington - Employment Training Program
Center on Human Development and Disability (CHDD)
Box 357920
Seattle, WA 98195-7920
Phone:  (206) 543-3677
Fax:  (206) 543-4779
E-mail:  etp@u.washington.edu
Web:  http://uwetp.org/
Info:  The Employment Training Program (ETP) provides a wide variety of community based services for individuals who have a developmental, or other, disability, and are looking for work. Some of these services include: functional assessments on actual work sites, job development and matching, on the job training, and long-term follow up.

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This page last updated:  Friday, September 12, 2008