Contact Information

3501 East Federal Street
Baltimore, Maryland 21213
Telephone: (410)276-1613
FAX: (410)276-4225

Services Offered

Supported Employment, Vocational Evaluations, Vocational/Situational Assessments, Work Adjustment Training, Training Center.

Individuals Have the Following Types of Disabilities: Mental Retardation, Autism, Physical Disabilities, Cerebral Palsy, Dual Diagnosis of Mental Retardation and Mental Illness, Challenging Behaviors, Epilepsy, Deafness, Mental Illness, Substance Abuse or History, Blindness, Criminal Behavior or History

Number of Individuals Currently Served: 160+ annually

Home Region of DDA: Central

Counties Served: Baltimore City, Baltimore County.

Year Established: N/A

Mission Statement

To improve the quality of life for individuals with disabilities who live in the greater Baltimore area. WorkFirst, Inc. is committed to: integrating individuals into the private employment sector; developing support service programs for individuals and their families; providing services that will be utilized by individuals to achieve personal and social goals.

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Unique or Distinctive Qualities

WorkFirst provides individualized services based on consumer needs and interests. Services include assisting individuals with developing and enhancing job retention skills, appropriate work behaviors and skills, janitorial skills training, a training center in which individuals prepare for competitive employment, job development, on the job training, and ongoing support services. Job counseling, assistive technology and referral sources are an integral part of the employment services program. Through ongoing contact, consumers and family members are primary participants in the individualized planning process.

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Steps Individuals Must Take to Apply for Services

• Fill out agency referral form
• Send copy of individual's service plan
• Attach supporting documentation (psychological, medical, etc.)

Special Considerations?Comments: None

Funding Sources: DDA, DORS

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