WorkAbility I Program

California's Business Education Partnership Benefiting Secondary Special Education Students of Our Community

WorkAbility I is funded by the California Department of Education Special Education Division

What is WorkAbility I and Who Participates? 

WorkAbility I is a California school and community transition program working to benefit students, employers, and the community at large, which successfully meets the needs of local job markets. WorkAbility I promotes independent living and provides comprehensive pre-employment worksite training, employment and follow-up services for youth in special education who are making the transition from school to work, post-secondary education or training. WorkAbility I provides secondary special education students the opportunity to obtain marketable job skills while completing their education.

How does WorkAbility I Benefit Employers? 

Participating Employers receive the following benefits:

• Screened job ready worker
• Workers whose skills and interests are assessed and matched to employer needs
• On-going support services to student and employer

What Requirements Must the Employer Meet? 

• Provide a job description and identify essential functions.
• Designate an employee in the work area as a contact person.
• Provide a challenging employment opportunity.

What Related Services Does WorkAbility I Provide? 

• Evaluation of student interests and abilities
• Vocational training
• Placement assistance and follow-up
• Training in order to upgrade skills
• Work site monitoring and supervision

WorkAbility does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, or disability in the administration of its programs.

Currently, ATP students are in the Workability I Program with companies such as Dave & Busters, Sprouts, Petco, Costco, Marshalls, Old Navy, Cypress Lawn, and Smart & Final.