Customized Opportunities for People with Varying Abilities
Are you looking for a career coach who will get to know you as an individual? Do you want a plan that is personalized just for you? Ignite assists job seekers of all abilities to design a customized career path — and connect them with competitive, paid employment and internships. For those with mental health, developmental, or cognitive disabilities, we can provide higher levels of support based on your individual needs. We’re here for you!
Your Ignite Career Coach will guide you through the process of career exploration to uncover your interests and talents. We’ll also take time to learn about you from those who are important to you. We get the whole picture.
Carving Your Career
Once we have narrowed your career search, we partner with our network of Maryland employers to create job and internship opportunities. Our internship experiences allow you to try out a variety of roles in multiple types of environments. Your Ignite Career Coach will help you to find the career that fits you best.
Realize your goals with individualized supports and services when you become a member. You’ll have access to:
- Career Assessments (Comprehensive, Exploratory, Focused, Itemized)
- Job Development
- Discovery and Customized Employment
- On-site and Off-site Job Coaching
- Long-Term Employment Support Services and Job Coaching
- Benefits Counseling
- Case Management
- Transitioning Services for Students
- Travel Training
- Advocacy
All of our services are provided in an inclusive, community-based setting, with an approach that is person-centered. Now let’s get to work!
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Fill out the form below now or call us at 410-466-9200 to become a member of Ignite Career Center.
Ignite Career Center is a program of Jewish Community Services, which is certified by Maryland’s Developmental Disabilities Administration, Division of Rehabilitation Services, and Behavioral Health Administration to provide specialized services that help individuals with varying abilities find and maintain employment. Funding is provided through the Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS), Behavioral Health Administration (BHA), and the Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA).
