ERI provides planning assistance in achieving and maintaining employment by connecting individuals to community resources, providing career exploration and counseling services.
We also address barriers to employment by connecting individuals to a Benefits Specialist who explains how employment will affect benefits and what work incentives are available.
For Job Seekers
ERI provides support to people with disabilities who want to become employed, maintain current employment, increase earnings, or advance in the world of work. Our unique and comprehensive approach connects people to community resources while providing assistance to explore individualized employment goals in a supportive, reflective environment.
We can help you build a foundation for achieving your employment goals including:
- individualized employment counseling to help you explore your employment potential,
- identifying barriers, stressors, other issues,
- assessing individual support needs,
- problem solving,
- identifying resources and supports to help manage: transportation, personal cares, child care, health concerns, legal issues,
- development of employment goals, and/or
- planning for success.
Contact Us about Employment Services
Do you have a question about ERI's employment services? Send us your question or comments.
Jessica Brauer
Employment Specialist and IPS Supervisor
Patty Carpenter, CESPTM
Employment Specialist
Bethany (Fristad) Courtney
Employment Specialist
Kayla Daniels (Montgomery)
Employment Specialist
Mary Elliston, CESPTM
Employment Specialist
Terri Lannan
Benefits and Employment Specialist
Ashley Manuel
Employment Specialist
Danielle Maurer, CESPTM
Employment Specialist
Lisa Puishis
Employment Specialist
Heather Schintgen
Employment Specialist
Jolene Wanek, CESPTM
Employment Services Manager
For Employers:
People with disabilities are a source of qualified, motivated, productive, and reliable employees. People with disabilities enhance affirmative action policies, workforce diversity, and community relations. Companies may be eligible for financial tax incentives.
Consider ERI your resource in promoting an inclusive, innovative work environment. Not only can we connect you with qualified individuals seeking employment, but we can also connect you with information and resources to enrich and enhance a diverse workplace. Contact us to find out more.
Contact Us about Employment Services
Do you have a question about ERI's employment services? Send us your question or comments.