Today’s workforce dynamics have brought more individuals with disabilities into the job market—skilled, motivated, and ready to work. Through DARS’ Business Services, these qualified candidates receive the supports and connections they need to build skills, match with employers, and succeed on the job.
Working with our team to hire individuals with disabilities provides a variety of benefits to your business.
What DARS Can Do For Your Business
DARS’ business development managers provide employers the resources they need to employ and support people with disabilities. At little or no cost, employers can benefit from our assistance with:
Staffing & Recruitment
Each year we pair thousands of motivated people with disabilities with employment opportunities. We help businesses find, hire, and retain dependable employees — it’s like having a staffing agency, for free.
Job Accommodations & Assistive Technology
Sometimes employees with disabilities need a bit of extra support to perform their job well. Our team can develop and install reasonable accommodations for your workplace. Our Assistive Technology specialists help you and your employees with disabilities discover tools and strategies to keep them thriving on the job.
So, at first we were kind of skeptical [but] we took the risk and really it hasn’t been a risk at all. D.J. is less disabled and more abled than you can imagine. We use his abilities, those that he got through the program and those that [come from] him being a regular dude. It’s been really good and he’s excelled at learning new skills here.
Ensuring it’s a Good Fit
We make it easy and affordable to hire pre-screened and dependable employees with disabilities. We match each person’s abilities with the demands of each workplace, offer on-the-job trial periods, and follow up regularly to ensure employee success.
Tax & Financial Incentives
Hiring individuals with disabilities can qualify your business for a variety of tax benefits.
Disability Awareness Training
DARS will provide disability awareness and diversity training to help your business promote a more understanding and inclusive work environment.
DARS in Action
DARS partnered with Randstad, which provides in-house staffing for Standard Motor Products in Disputanta, Virginia. SMP/Randstad interviewed and hired several DARS job candidates who were trained in manufacturing and logistics.
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This program is managed by the Division of Rehabilitative Services.