Still in High School? Let's Figure Out What Comes Next.

FREE, individualized support for New Jersey students ages 14 to 21 with a disability.

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It’s Free for You

You don't have to know what you want to do. That's the part we work on together.

And it’s paid for by the New Jersey Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services (DVRS), so it costs you and your family nothing.

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  • Speaking up for yourself

    Say what you need and how you work best, in your own way. Know your rights.

    Self-Advocacy Instruction

  • Getting job ideas

    Find out what you’re into, and what kinds of work match it.

    Job Exploration Counseling

  • Learning job skills

    Communication, money, getting places (including help getting your driver’s license!), time management, and knowing what’s expected at work.

    Workplace Readiness Training

  • Getting help with money and college or job applications

    College, training programs, certifications, applications, financial aid. We are here to help with whatever comes up.

    Post-Secondary Education Counseling

Here’s Some of What We Can Work On

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What a session is like

• You meet your teacher online, on Zoom or Google Meet.

• Sessions are usually up to an hour, based on what works for you.

• Some students meet once a week. Some meet up to five times a week.

• Your teacher already knows the basics of what you're into, based on what you share in your paperwork.

You set the goals. We keep the pace that works for you.

If the teacher match isn't right, tell us and we'll switch it up.

What Success Looks Like Here

You don't have to finish this program with a job.

You don't have to finish with a college acceptance letter either.

But you will finish with more skills than you started with, and a clearer idea of where you're going and how to get there.

Do I qualify?

• If you're 14 to 21 and you have a disability, you qualify.

• An IEP or a 504 plan is all the proof we need.

• Don't have a 504 or IEP? A documented disability that gets in the way of work or school after high school also qualifies. You'll need a note from a medical provider.

• You do not need a Social Security number to be eligible.

Not sure? Just ask. The application has some weird language in it and we help with that part!

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If you're creative, curious, or passionate about something, you belong here.

If you're overwhelmed or not sure, you belong here too.

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How to start

• Tell us how to reach you. Text, call or email. Your choice.

• We'll connect to learn a bit more, and help with any paperwork.

• You meet your teacher and pick a first step.

• You start.

There is no pressure and no rush. Our goal is one step you can take this week.

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What are you interested in? Choose as many as you like.

Questions We Get a Lot

Do I need a disability to join?

Yes. You need to have a diagnosed disability. You also need to be living in New Jersey and be 14 to 21 years old and in high school.

I'm parenting, dealing with court, or caring for family. Can I still do this?

Yes! We help you learn the skills to make the life you're already living easier for you, no matter your circumstances.

Is this only online?

Yes. And doing it that way means we can meet you on your schedule, wherever you are.

How fast can I get a job?

It depends. We'll start making steps toward that as soon as your paperwork is complete. We'll help you get that done too.

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