Contact Information
3501 East Federal Street
Baltimore, Maryland 21213
Telephone: (410)276-1613
FAX: (410)276-4225
WorkFirst, Inc.
Services Offered
Supported Employment, Vocational Evaluations, Vocational/Situational Assessments, Work Adjustment Training, Training Center.
Individuals Have the Following Types of Disabilities: Mental Retardation, Autism, Physical Disabilities, Cerebral Palsy, Dual Diagnosis of Mental Retardation and Mental Illness, Challenging Behaviors, Epilepsy, Deafness, Mental Illness, Substance Abuse or History, Blindness, Criminal Behavior or History
Number of Individuals Currently Served: 160+ annually
Home Region of DDA: Central
Counties Served: Baltimore City, Baltimore County.
Year Established: N/A
Mission Statement
To improve the quality of life for individuals with disabilities who live in the greater Baltimore area. WorkFirst, Inc. is committed to: integrating individuals into the private employment sector; developing support service programs for individuals and their families; providing services that will be utilized by individuals to achieve personal and social goals.
Unique or Distinctive Qualities
WorkFirst provides individualized services based on consumer needs and interests. Services include assisting individuals with developing and enhancing job retention skills, appropriate work behaviors and skills, janitorial skills training, a training center in which individuals prepare for competitive employment, job development, on the job training, and ongoing support services. Job counseling, assistive technology and referral sources are an integral part of the employment services program. Through ongoing contact, consumers and family members are primary participants in the individualized planning process.
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Steps Individuals Must Take to Apply for Services
- Fill out agency referral form
- Send copy of individual's service plan
- Attach supporting documentation (psychological, medical, etc.)
Special Considerations?Comments: None
Funding Sources: DDA, DORS
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