Competitive Employment is for Everyone
Richard Haynes thrives in his job in the mail sort department with Job Squad , Inc . Located in Charleston , this warehouse sorts and provides postage for the mail from multiple state agencies , including the State Capitol Complex and the DMV . Richard spent 8 years working in the dining room at Arby ’ s where he loved talking with customers . Ready for a change , he applied for a job in the mailroom . He works in the presort area with his coworker who is teaching him to use the flat sort machine .
When asked about his favorite parts of the job , Richard talks about the friendships he ’ s formed , the vital benefits offered by his employer , and the fact he gets his weekends off . Furthermore , his income helps him make his car payment along with his mortgage payment , and it allowed him to purchase a new computer and go camping in Burnsville with his friends . His weekends are spent outside fishing and playing Bocce ball .
Integrated , competitive employment opportunities for West Virginians with developmental disabilities enable employers to provide vital services across the state . Employees flourish with new skills as they make new friendships and enjoy inclusive involvement in their communities . Employers benefit with dependable , skilled workers who fill the many vacancies across the state . Competitive employment is for everyone .
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