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Provides person-centered support to assist young adults with disabilities to become prepared for the workforce and achieve gainful employment in the community. Services include an employment training program, support employment, prevocational services, and pathway to employment.

Provides vocational rehabilitation services to eligible individuals to prepare them for employment (including helping them to further their education) consistent with their strengths, ability and interest. These jobs can be in the competitive workforce, self-owned businesses in the home, sheltered workshops or in supported employment in the community. Also works with students, families and school districts to coordinate appropriate services for students with disabilities who are leaving secondary education and entering adult vocational rehabilitation.

Provides help to individuals who have been diagnosed with mental health conditions and have had difficulty obtaining or maintaining competitive employment. The program assists people in finding employment, of their choice, in the community. Staff provide on or off-site job coaching and support to ensure that once employed, a person can learn the job duties, feel comfortable in the work environment, and have supportive relationships with supervisors and co-workers. When the person and the employer feel the employment situation is stable, an employment specialist can provide ongoing support.

Offers a community-based waiver program with emphasis on theatrical arts including: acting, voice, dance, costume/set design, music, creative writing and presentation skills. Call for further information.

Provides pre-vocational services, beginning in elementary school, with career education being infused across the curriculum in various activities. Students in the upper grades receive a range of services, such as transition counseling, vocational assessment which is geared toward helping students acquire the skills necessary to succeed in society and in their community, and are delivered both in the classroom and in the community.

Provides day habilitation and pre-vocational day habilitation programs for adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Referral required. Call to schedule an appointment.

Serves students with disabilities from the component school districts. This program provides a self-contained learning environment with modifications as determined by the Committees on Special Education (i.e., 12-1-1 and 8-1-1). The Gary D. Bixhorn Technical Center, the Islip Career Center and Harry B. Ward Technical Center serve high school students who are 15.5 (15 years and 6 months) of age by September 1st until the age of 21. Special Career Education (SCE) creates opportunities for all students by providing them with the technical and academic skills needed to prepare for future employment and a successful path to college or other post-secondary programs. SCE provides technical training to prepare students for a successful career. The structured training gives students the tools needed to be successful in a job after high school and/or further post-secondary education. Each student is encouraged to explore various areas of study and to develop the essential skills to feel competent in entering today's competitive job market, while helping them to learn how to cope with their disabilities in the workplace. For more information or to arrange a tour, please feel free to contact us at (631) 244-1629 or email us at [email protected].

Offers employment and training services for individuals 18 and older, with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities no longer in school. Referral required. Call to schedule an appointment.

Provide competitive work in an integrated setting in the community-at-large which involves vocational training, personal and work adjustment training for those aspiring towards productive employment.

Provides guidance and support for adults with developmental disabilities through the employment process. Focuses on life and job training skills, basic education, individualized vocational training, job coaching, job searching skills, transportation training, money management and socialization development with those in the community.

Serves students with disabilities from the component school districts. This program provides a self-contained learning environment with modifications as determined by the Committees on Special Education (i.e., 12-1-1 and 8-1-1). The Gary D. Bixhorn Technical Center, the Islip Career Center and Harry B. Ward Technical Center serve high school students who are 15.5 (15 years and 6 months) of age by September 1st until the age of 21. Special Career Education (SCE) creates opportunities for all students by providing them with the technical and academic skills needed to prepare for future employment and a successful path to college or other post-secondary programs. SCE provides technical training to prepare students for a successful career. The structured training gives students the tools needed to be successful in a job after high school and/or further post-secondary education. Each student is encouraged to explore various areas of study and to develop the essential skills to feel competent in entering today's competitive job market, while helping them to learn how to cope with their disabilities in the workplace. For more information or to arrange a tour, please feel free to contact us at (631) 244-1629 or email us at [email protected].

Provides day habilitation and pre-vocational day habilitation programs for adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Referral required. Call to schedule an appointment.

* Provides various behavioral health services, including: Psychosocial Rehabilitation. Habilitation. Family Support and Training. Peer Support. Independent Skills Training. Community Psychiatric Support and Treatment. Education Support Services. Pre-Vocational Services. Intensive Supported Employment. Ongoing Supported Employment.

Offers several programs for individuals over the age of 18 with developmental disabilities. Therapeutic horseback riding, pet therapy and day habilitation programs are provided. Pre-vocational, group and supplemental programs are offered after hours and on Saturdays. Call for more information.

Provides services and supports to families to prevent out of home placement for their child. Enrollment in the program is voluntary and no fees are charged to the family. Staff meet with the family/youth in their home and other locations chosen by the family.

Provides vocational training for individuals who want to enter or re-enter the workforce. Assists with education of standard business practices, education with technology commonly in retail, handle customer requests and involved in all aspects of running the store.

Offers services to individuals with a disability including wellness and educational classes, group centered supports, individual based supports, volunteer opportunities, relationship building skills, and exploration in music, theater, and art.

* Offers a site based prevocational program.* Provides a work adjustment training and work study program.* Offers a transitional and supported employment opportunity. * Offers workshop facilities in Webster and City of Rochester.* Provides transportation to work sites provided by agency.

*Adult Programs:

• Education Support Services - assistance to individuals who want to start to return to school
• Pre-vocational Services - Time-limited services that prepare individuals for paid or unpaid employment
• Intensive Supported Employment - Assists recovering individuals to obtain and maintain competitive employment
• Ongoing Supported Employment - Supported provided to individuals after they have successfully obtained employment
• Family Support and Training - Enhances the skills of family members and supporters so they can support the recovery of a family member with behavioral health issues.

*Children and Youth Services:

• Community Habilitation - assistance with learning social and daily living skills, and health related tasks and participate in community activities
• Day Habilitation - assistance with learning social and daily living skills such as building relationships, cooking and communication skills
• Caregiver/Family Support - Training and education for families and caregivers to make informed and empowered choices
• Community Self Advocacy Training and Support - Assistance to understand developmental, medical, mental health, and/or substance use needs; assistance with difficulties while participating in community activities; self-advocacy training
• Prevocational Services - learn skills to help get ready for paid work or volunteer work
• Supported Employment - ongoing support while getting a job and while working
• Planned Respite Services - provide short term relief for families/caregivers and support the child

Supports individuals with significant behavior challenges. Participants are involved in on-site and volunteer activities that help them to improve their communication skills while minimizing their behaviors.

Provides a job training program for individuals wanting to build a career in the home care field as a home health aide or personal care aide.

Provides pre-vocational and work readiness training, along with job placement and support.

Each year, high school students from all parts of Nassau County choose to add Barry Tech to their high school experience. In addition to a high school diploma, these students want a head start in learning skills needed for employment and/or more direction in what they want to study at college. A successful year or two at Barry Tech can enable you to: enter the world of work after graduation; continue advanced career studies in a technical training course and attend a two- or four-year college. Barry Tech courses are taught in environments that simulate the real world. Classes may be held in an airplane hangar, horse training stable, carpentry shop or video production studio. Courses focus on doing things, rather than just reading or hearing about them. In addition to taking academic courses leading to a diploma, every student attending a public high school in New York State is entitled to enroll in an occupational course of his or her choosing. Barry Tech offers about 40 different courses. A wide variety of students attend Barry Tech. Many are excellent students in their home schools and enjoy the professional atmosphere Barry Tech offers. Others discover that Barry Tech's learning approach works well for them and often find their grades show significant improvement. Barry Tech School Hours: A.M. classes - 7:50 to 10:20 and P.M. classes - 11:50 a.m. to 2:20 p.m. Barry Tech courses provide you with both theory and practical application. You explore career options, and you are encouraged to learn at your own pace. You will gain valuable experience while learning about the world of work. In this kind of atmosphere, you begin to understand and accept the uniqueness of your abilities. At the same time the classroom experience helps you develop and expand your skills. You learn to work as part of a team dealing with a wide range of situations, building confidence as a natural outcome. Barry Tech teachers are experienced in both subject matter and the world of work. They are eager to share their skills and experiences, and they work hard to help you succeed. Students and their families do not pay tuition. However, purchase of individual equipment, work clothes and/or materials may be required for a particular course. Any purchase made is the property of the student and can be used in an employment situation after graduation. Call for more detailed information.

Provides help to individuals who have been diagnosed with mental health conditions and have had difficulty obtaining or maintaining competitive employment. The program assists people in finding employment, of their choice, in the community. Staff provide on or off-site job coaching and support to ensure that once employed, a person can learn the job duties, feel comfortable in the work environment, and have supportive relationships with supervisors and co-workers. When the person and the employer feel the employment situation is stable, an employment specialist can provide ongoing support.

Offers youth development opportunities, prevocational career exploration, recreational and creative arts acitivities, academic assistance, and life skills activities in a therapeutic after-school setting to youth ages 12 to 19 years who are experiencing social, emotional, and/or behavior challenges. Participants are offered transportation to and from the program.