Adult Services

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Organizational Employment

Adult Work Services/Training

Our adult training centers in Manhattan and Clay Center provide work opportunities for Big Lakes clients. Some of these services are performed at our Big Lakes campus while others are performed by enclaves and work crews out in the community. Ironically, organizational employment adheres to the ultimate goal of terminating participants from the program as they obtain competitive employment in the community at-large. Individually assigned case managers work with the individual and members of their support network, who together strive to develop a plan for reaching employment goals while addressing the informed choices and desires of the person.

Individuals who participate in organizational employment services are placed on the Big Lakes payroll and paid for the services they provide. Whether as a member of our in-house spool assembly crew or as part of a housekeeping enclave which travels outside our campus, individuals receive skills training along with an earned income. Further, thoughtfully administered, ongoing support is provided to maintain and challenge abilities.

Many outside businesses contract with Big Lakes Organizational Employment Services to prepare direct mailings, perform assembly work, or provide janitorial services. New opportunities for organizational employment services are continually being explored.

Our service hours are from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Certain admission criteria apply.