EMPLOYMENT
DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES ADMINISTRATION
The Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) provides information, resources, and referrals to the local IDD community, including for supported employment services.
The DDA application, instructions, and eligibility criteria can be found here.
Spokane DDA Office
1611 W Indiana Ave
Spokane, WA 99205
Phone: (509) 329-2900
Email: ddlfso@dshs.wa.gov
Website: www.dshs.wa.gov/dda
DIVISION OF VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION
The Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) supports people with disabilities who want to work but face substantial barriers in finding meaningful and sustained employment. They provide individualized employment services and counseling as well as technical assistance.
Spokane DVR Office
1313 N Atlantic St Ste. 1000
Spokane, WA 99201
Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Phone: (509) 363-4700
Website: www.dshs.wa.gov/office-of-the-secretary/division-vocational-rehabilitation
THE ARC OF SPOKANE SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT
The Arc of Spokane provides employment services for people with IDD through DDA and DVR. The Arc offers:
Individual Supported Employment
Group Supported Employment
Individual Technical Assistance
If you are eligible for employment services through a DDA or DVR referral and are interested in The Arc as your service provider, contact us!
The Arc of Spokane
320 E 2nd Ave
Spokane, WA 99201
Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Supported Employment Information
Phone: (509) 789-8780
Email: sbuchanan@arc-spokane.org
THE BRIDGE PROJECT
The Bridge Project is a program through Spokane County that helps bridge the funding gap for people with disabilities who need employment services but do not have a Medicaid waiver to pay for those services. The Bridge Project can pay for services to help you prepare for and get employment such as:
Job Preparation
Job Exploration
Job Development
Job Coaching
You can find more information including the application, consent forms, and more on their website: www.spokanecounty.org/1308/adult-services
PEER SPOKANE
Peer Spokane cultivates powerful, healthy lives by providing peer emotional support and developmental services to those impacted by addiction and/or mental health. They offer peer coaching, support groups, housing support, and employment support.
Phone: (509) 867-3778
Website: www.peerspokane.org
FOUNDATIONAL COMMUNITY SUPPORTS
If you do not qualify for DDA services but are homeless, addicted, or dealing with mental health issues, you may qualify for Foundational Community Supports (FCS). Foundational Community Supports is an ongoing medical service that treats homelessness and joblessness as a health disparity. FCS is billed through Medicaid and provides supported housing and supported employment services for Apple Health-eligible beneficiaries with complex needs. Amerigroup Washington, Inc. works with housing and employment providers to help clients find and maintain jobs; acquire stable, independent housing; and gain the necessary skills to be successful.
Phone: 1-844-451-2828
Referral form (you can self-refer or have a service provider complete the form for you)
RESOURCE CENTER OF SPOKANE COUNTY
The Resource Center of Spokane County provides resources and support to help ensure that all aspects of a person’s personal and professional life are addressed in order to increase their opportunities. Just some of the services they provide include: free cell phone programs; low-cost internet service and computer equipment; energy assistance; SSI and SSDI assistance; Financial Literacy, Responsible Renters, and First-Time Home Buyers classes; Substance-Use Disorder and mental health assessments and referrals; counseling referrals; assistance in signing up for State medical insurance; and work readiness programs.
Website: https://spokaneresourcecenter.org/
Email: info@spokaneresourcecenter.org
Phone: (509) 867-8188
Location: 130 S. Arthur 2nd Floor, Spokane, WA 99202
NEXT GENERATION ZONE
The Next Generation Zone provides education, career skills training, employment, and community resources to young adults ages 16-24. They seek to explore, inspire, and motivate the skills and interests of young adults and provide exposure to the world of work. The young adults of Spokane County have their own career one-stop center that allows them to achieve success in their life and career goals.
Website: https://nextgenzone.org/
Phone: (509) 340-7800
Location: 901 E. 2nd Ave. Ste 100, Spokane, WA 99202
WA STATE DEPARTMENT OF SERVICES FOR THE BLIND
The WA State Department of Services for the Blind provides training, counseling, and support to help Washington residents of all ages, who are blind or visually impaired, pursue employment, education, and independent living.
Website: https://dsb.wa.gov/
Phone: (509) 456-4458
Location: 510 W. Riverside Room 209 Spokane, WA 99201
WASHINGTON CAREEER BRIDGE
Washington Career Bridge is an online tool for exploring several types of employment and education opportunities with a downloadable guide. It has useful information for job planning and employment search option.
Website: www.careerbridge.wa.gov
PEER SPOKANE
Peer Spokane cultivates powerful, healthy lives by providing peer emotional support and developmental services to those impacted by addiction and/or mental health. They offer peer coaching, support groups, housing support, and employment support.
Website: https://www.peerspokane.org/
Phone: (509) 867-3778