Group Supported Employment Program Expansion

From teaching problem-solving, to adapting to daily changes and social skills, Hacienda’s group supported employment (GSE) program is designed to prepare participants for employment through volunteer opportunities modeled to simulate a real-life workplace.

Our participants are encouraged to excel in the performance of simple tasks, mature workplace behavior, and effective communication with colleagues and supervisors.

Our training program allows participants to learn necessary skills that will equip them to enter the competitive workforce and find sustainable employment opportunities with confidence and knowledge. The program offers participants real world experiences with money management, customer service, inventory control, food preparation, janitorial and cleaning duties, volunteer opportunities, among many other integral work opportunities.

The workplace curriculum is taught in a safe and supportive environment and tracked based on mastery of skills, with the last week of each month designed to review, repeat, and work on skills that require more emphasis for skill mastery.

Our experienced professional job coaches tailor the curriculum for each individual, offering specialized coaching to build the confidence in our participants. They help each individual develop a foundation for success in their transition into a more independent employment setting if they desire.

Hacienda’s work training simulations – including our in-house store and design programs – teach real-world skills by recreating the dynamic needs of a 21st century workplace. We connect with each participant in meaningful ways, making work fun while enhancing their strengths, overcoming challenges, and building relevant skill sets.

Regulatory guidelines require our facility to maintain one restroom for every ten members served. By completing two additional restrooms, we will be able to expand our capacity and provide services to up to 20 more individuals.

While construction of these restrooms began several years ago, the project could not be completed due to insufficient funding. Your donation will help us finish this essential infrastructure project, enabling us to extend our reach and provide life-changing services to more members of our community.