Article Publication Date:
4/28/2009
Summary:
What are the lessons learned and the sustainability of Project SEARCH Indiana? Providing transition-age youth with quality internship experiences in preparation for competitive employment, Project SEARCH Indiana seeks to prepare youth for jobs in the “real world.” The attached presentation was given at the 2009 MIG Employment Summit, and outlines the transition model, key partners, funding and more. The information provided could be useful to other states wishing to implement similar programs.
Topics:
Employment Programs
Types/Tools:
Populations:
N/A
Sources:
Grantee produced
Indiana
Programs/Initiatives:
Medicaid Infrastructure Grant (MIG)
States:
Keywords:
Wages and Benefits
2009 MIG Employment Summit; Transition Model; Teacher; Job Coach; Business Liaison; Statewide Project SEARCH Coordinator; MIG Funding; School Funding; VR Funding; Transfer to Supported Employment; Sustainable Model; Preparation for Employment; Transferable Skills; Site and State-Specific Adaptations; Non-school transportation; Theresa Koleszar
Contact
The MIG Team
TheMIGTeam@ascellon.com
Phone:
240-487-3032
Short URL: http://www.advancingstates.org/node/52540