Our WRP program offers Putnam County high school students who have an IEP with vocational skills training as part of their school curriculum. Students are provided with practical, paid vocational experiences, which are geared toward identifying and enhancing students’ individual strengths and talents. Available work environments include food service, childcare assistance, clerical support, porter maintenance, assembly work, shipping and receiving, and community site placements. Students work closely with job coaches, who will slowly fade out as the students feel more comfortable with their new tasks. Training is also available in computer skills, work etiquette, completing job applications, writing a resume, and interviewing skills. The objective of the program is to help students use their work experiences to make realistic, informed choices in planning for life after high school.

For more information, please contact:

Teddi Barry
(845) 225-5650 x127
Teddi_Barry@PutnamARC.org