REM Ohio Work Skill Development Programs
Resource Details
For adults who want to earn money while participating more fully in community life, our Work Skill Development programs offer paid work opportunities that teach valuable workplace skills. Depending on each individual’s interests and personal goals, opportunities may include:
Housekeeping – Adults learn to master housekeeping/janitorial skills such as window cleaning and upholstery care.
Lawn maintenance – Supervised work crews learn skills such as weeding, mulching and planting flowers for homes and businesses in the community.
Woodworking – Individuals learn to design and build quality woodworking products for sale such as picnic tables and swings.
Office/clerical – Adults learn skills to help them succeed in an office environment, such as computers and filing.
Light assembly and packaging – With on-site job coach support, adults build light industrial skills while learning skills such as safety and teamwork
Entrepreneurship – Individuals develop small business skills through projects such as eBay stores and producing handmade crafts for sale.