What is the goal of Supported Employment?

The goal of Supported Employment is to promote employment in integrated settings. This approach is designed to help individuals with disabilities secure and maintain jobs in community workplaces alongside their non-disabled peers. The emphasis is on enabling these individuals to participate fully in the workforce, not just through job placement alone but by providing the necessary support and services that facilitate their integration into the work environment.

Support may include job coaching, assistance with job tasks, and ongoing training as needed to ensure that the individual can thrive in a typical work setting. This framework underscores the importance of inclusion and equal opportunity, allowing individuals with disabilities to contribute to and benefit from the same employment opportunities as everyone else.

While the other options touch on aspects of employment and training, they do not encapsulate the broader intention of Supported Employment, which is centered on integration in the workplace rather than focusing solely on placement, specialized training, or remote job opportunities.