Supported Employment (SE) is a service that helps individuals with significant disabilities obtain and maintain real jobs in the competitive labor market — working alongside people without disabilities, earning at least minimum wage.
Who Qualifies?
In Maryland, Supported Employment is available to individuals who receive DDA waiver services and have a documented developmental disability or ASD. There is no minimum age requirement for adults, and services can begin as young as 14 through pre-employment transition services.
What Does It Include?
- Job exploration and career interests assessment
- Resume writing and interview preparation
- Job development — working with employers to find the right match
- On-the-job training and job coaching
- Long-term follow-along support to maintain employment
How Reneva HCS Helps
Our employment specialists are experienced in Maryland's DDA employment framework. We partner with local Maryland employers who champion inclusive hiring and support our participants in building careers aligned with their goals and strengths.
Contact us to learn more or to start the referral process.