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Rhea Dane, M.Ed Oakland- County Transitions DirectorNatasha Doan-Motsinger, B.S.- Livingston County Business Developer
Who is Excel Community Living Support Services Non-Vocational Services Transitions Services Vocational Services Career Course Questions
Presentation Agenda
We have been working with families since 1994.
We are CARF accredited.
We pride ourselves on providing quality, individualized services designed around the people we support and their families.
We contract in Oakland County with MRS, MORC and CLS and in Livingston County with MRS and LCCMH.
Who is Excel?100% of people surveyed said they would recommend Excel to a friend.
Open case with MORC, CLS, CMH or
MRS
Part of a School to
Work Program
Private or Self Determinatio
n Program
How does one access our services?
CLS
Excel assists people with the essential services necessary
to continue living in the family home, or to maintain their
own private residence in the community.
We currently staff 10 homes in Livingston County
CLS
Excel supports residents and their families in developing the necessary skills to maintain independence in the
home. Services include:
• Increasing skills of daily living• Maintaining and enhancing dignity and self-respect• Communication and self-advocacy • Making healthy choices• Making new friends and connecting with community
supports• Monitoring medications• Managing finances• Maintaining a safe, clean and secure home
CLS
Non-Vocational Services
Social and Community Skills TrainingCommunity activities designed to teach social skills,
community safety, survival skills, and other skills selected by the individual that support their personal
goals.
Non-Vocational Services
Recreational activities in the community designed to match individual interests and
personal choices.
Recreational Activities
Volunteer OpportunitiesVarious volunteer opportunities in real work
environments for persons wishing to explore or transition into community employment.
Volunteering
Transitions Services
Transitions Services
Individually tailored programs bring students,
educators, businesses, parents and the community together to assist students
in preparing for employment through skill
building and exploration of career interests and
options.
CBA
Skill Building Career Course Job Development
Determination of
Employment Readiness
Typical Process
Various assessments that assist in
identifying personal goals, strengths,
interests, work skills, and the potential for
successful employment.
Clear recommendations
are made for career preparation and
realistic employment
options.
Excel is committed to providing true
person- centered services.
Transitions Services Summary
Vocational Services
Job Coaching Services
Follow Along Services
Arrangements for
Accommodations as needed
On-the-Job Vocational Services
Career Course
Excel Employment Options presents an 8 week summer course focused on developing each student’s individual vocational skills.
This course will include volunteer and job shadowing opportunities based on student interest.
Course curriculum teaching soft skills, vocational skill building and personal marketing skills has been tested and proven by Excel’s team through our work with Oakland County schools, MRS and MORC.
Career Course
Soft Skills
Problem Solving
Relationship Building
and Maintenan
ce
Stress Manageme
nt Techniques
Management of
Workplace Expectatio
ns
Conflict Resolution
Conversation Skills
Soft Skills
Career CourseVocational Skill Building
Worker’s Rights Disability Disclosure
How to Leave a Job
How to Build a Resume and Fill Out an Application
Interviewing Skills and Practice
Job Shadowing
Informational
Presentations
Work Trials
Career Exploration
VisionPeople with disabilities will have equal
opportunities in the pursuit of happiness and independence
Mission
To promote individual choice, self-reliance, and full participation in community life
through person centered support services and vocational training
Excel Employment Options
Questions
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