“Innovation through Collaboration and Cooperation"
Mission:
To change the course of history by being the catalyst in closing the employment gap between people with differing abilities.
Vision:
To become nationally known and regionally based organization that redesigns, reinvents and fundamentally improves transition services in schools and the way individuals with special needs obtain and maintain their careers and employment.
Summary:
CEO provides transition and employment opportunities for students and adults in special education, 504 and general education by addressing the “Big Picture”. We are dedicated to providing systematic solutions for the chronic problem of unemployment for individuals with disabilities. We, at CEO, have determined that the key for success is a professional and motivated staff. CEO staff are dedicated to change and outcomes by working closely with the student, adult and entire community.
CEO Provides:
Employment Services
Vocational and Assistive Technology Evaluations & Consultations
Career Services for workforce preparation
College preparatory services for students with special needs via our Upward Options Program
College support services for students with special needs who are college enrolled
Community based training within students/clients home communities
Program services for Alternative High School and “disengaged” students via our Back to Basics Program
Regulatory compliance support regarding transition
Linkages to Adult Service Providers
Benefits Planning
School Business Partnerships
Travel Management Strategies & Training
Supervision of NYS CDOS Programs
Comprehensive World of Work Programs
Business Advisory Council & Speakers Bureau
The capacity to provide these services in a manner that is satisfactory to the students, adults, districts, and families. It requires definitive systems, innovative program models and strong networking with businesses. CEO has these qualities as well as a strong commitment to our clients.