SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT Program
Our Supported Employment Program provides a job preparation class, job development and job coaching services. The goal is to empower clients to attain careers in their community.
JOIN NOW
This Program Offers
Job Prep Class
- What does employment look like and understanding workplace expectations
- How to apply for a job, prepare for an interview, and more
- Four sessions over four weeks
Job Development
- Initial interview to learn more about you: work history, interests, transportation and more
- Weekly development meetings
- Collaboration in searching and applying for jobs
- Interview Prep
Paid Internship
- This is a 3-6 month internship with a community business that includes one-to-one job coaching support with the goal of employment at the end. Through this process clients learn job tasks and work on employment goals.
Employment Support
- One-to-One support through job coaching
- Job support geared towards full independence in the first 6-12 months
- We don't stop after your first placement, we are focused towards finding the right job for you. This job might be the first step in your career development.
Program Parameters
At ICAN our goal is to work alongside you and help you with your employment search and retention. Therefore, clients desiring to apply should note the following requirements:
- Clients are responsible for their own transportation
- Able to communicate their wants and needs
- Must actively participate in the job search and application process
- Able to operate independently in an integrated setting
All potential clients must request a referral from their regional center service coordinator prior to completing the ICAN interview and intake packet. ICAN must receive a referral before scheduling an interview or accepting a client into our program.
Our Clients Have Been Hired By…
Get Started & Get Employed
Are you a business interested in hiring with ICAN?
Meet the Team
Amanda Hayes
SEP Program Manager
amanda.hayes@ican.org
310-374-8295 ext 150
Noah Aniya
SEP Assistant Manager
noah.aniya@ican.org
310-374-8295 ext 212
Mike Karle
Job Development Supervisor
mike.karle@ican.org
310-374-8295 ext 114
Maegan Draka
Client Services Case Manager
maegan.draka@ican.org
310-800-1093
Chris Huante
Job Developer
chris.huante@ican.org
310-374-8295 ext 124
Monica Rin
Job Developer
monica.rin@ican.org
310-374-8295 ext 366
Sahara Sturz
Job Developer
sahara.sturz@ican.org
310-374-8295 ext 317
Melissa Zepeda
Job Coach Scheduler
melissa.zepeda@ican.org
310-374-8295 ext 210
Jasmine Franco
Case Manager
jasmine.franco@ican.org
310-374-8295 ext 115
Osamu Nishitani
Case Manager
osamu.nishitani@ican.org
310-374-8295 ext 103
Jonathan Micklis
Case Manager
jonathan.micklis@ican.org
310-374-8295 ext 300
Cynthia Fontana
Case Manager
cynthia.fontana@ican.org
310-374-8295 ext 125