Vocational Rehabilitation
Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) provides support and resources to clients who desire to return to work following injury or illness. Shepherd Center’s unique hospital-based VR program is donor-funded, and referral based. On average, this program serves 350 clients per year. Clients collaboratively work with VR counselors as they explore returning to productive activities (i.e., work, volunteering).
Services
VR counselors meet with clients to discuss vocational interests, strengths and weaknesses, employment history, employment goals, and more. This client-centered approach may result in job training, job placement, job referrals, and referrals to state vocational services. VR counselors also support clients’ development of self-advocacy for their medical, health, and wellness needs.
Vocational Services Include:
- Return to work planning
- Return to work documentation
- Vocational assessment
- Comprehensive vocational evaluation
- Job site evaluation
- Job readiness skills: resume writing, job search, and interview preparation
- Referral to state Vocational Rehabilitation or other resources
- Support transition from school to career
Meet Our Staff
Zac Bradley, MS, CRC, NCC
Kelle Froberg, MS, CRC, APC
Laura McDowell, MS, CRC, CVE
Alex Toliver, MS, CRC
Learn More about Vocational Rehabilitation
If you would like to learn more about Vocational Rehabilitation at Shepherd Center, please contact us at 404-350-2020.