4101 Gautier-Vancleave Rd. Ste. 102Gautier, MS 39553 (228) 497-6999
“All” means All…
Do we really mean it?Towards a lifestyle of employment
for all persons with disabilities
Michael Callahan
4101 Gautier-Vancleave Rd. Ste. 102Gautier, MS 39553 (228) 497-6999
Putting a face on our values: Do we really mean “All” means All
Michael Callahan
4101 Gautier-Vancleave Rd. Ste. 102Gautier, MS 39553 (228) 497-6999
Marci needs total support to live
Michael Callahan
4101 Gautier-Vancleave Rd. Ste. 102Gautier, MS 39553 (228) 497-6999
Possibilities for an inclusive life
Michael Callahan
4101 Gautier-Vancleave Rd. Ste. 102Gautier, MS 39553 (228) 497-6999
Learning how “natural people” can contribute
Michael Callahan
4101 Gautier-Vancleave Rd. Ste. 102Gautier, MS 39553 (228) 497-6999
Supporting a participatory life
Michael Callahan
4101 Gautier-Vancleave Rd. Ste. 102Gautier, MS 39553 (228) 497-6999
Using Discovery, Marci’s life provided a direction for employment
Michael Callahan
4101 Gautier-Vancleave Rd. Ste. 102Gautier, MS 39553 (228) 497-6999Michael Callahan
Employment is a critical aspect of an inclusive lifestyle
4101 Gautier-Vancleave Rd. Ste. 102Gautier, MS 39553 (228) 497-6999Michael Callahan
Customized Employment makes employment possible for all people: Marci provides “specialty stapling” as a contribution
4101 Gautier-Vancleave Rd. Ste. 102Gautier, MS 39553 (228) 497-6999Michael Callahan
Custom shredding of confidential documents for her employer
4101 Gautier-Vancleave Rd. Ste. 102Gautier, MS 39553 (228) 497-6999Michael Callahan
Marci’s current support team: Personal assistant and supervisor
4101 Gautier-Vancleave Rd. Ste. 102Gautier, MS 39553 (228) 497-6999
Employment for All
If we really mean it…o We must embrace the value of an
inclusive working lifestyle for all adults.o We must truly accept that all people
can work, even if we do not know how to do it.
o We must learn and implement the process to customize employment.Michael Callahan
4101 Gautier-Vancleave Rd. Ste. 102Gautier, MS 39553 (228) 497-6999
Employment for All
If we really mean it…o We must utilize non-comparative
strategies like Discovery in lieu of assessment.
o We must implement a service process, with fidelity, that results in customization.
o We must be prepared to represent job seekers and negotiate with employers.Michael Callahan
4101 Gautier-Vancleave Rd. Ste. 102Gautier, MS 39553 (228) 497-6999
Employment for All
If we really mean it…o We must offer both job coaching and
work-task personal assistance.o We must consider the value of partial
participation.o We must welcome the participation of
natural staff and our services must reflect each unique business culture.
Michael Callahan
4101 Gautier-Vancleave Rd. Ste. 102Gautier, MS 39553 (228) 497-6999
Employment for All
If we really mean it…o We must have access to all possible
funding and blend it to benefit the individual.
o We must assist the individual to get access to assistive technology specific to job tasks.
o We must assist employers to address personal assistance for the employee.
Michael Callahan
4101 Gautier-Vancleave Rd. Ste. 102Gautier, MS 39553 (228) 497-6999
Employment for All
And finally, if we really mean it…o We must work around complexities
such as behavioral challenges, legal issues, and negative attitudes with solutions rather that exclusion.
o We must welcome and include families, friends, community members –- everyone we can enlist so we do not have to go it alone.
Michael Callahan
