Employment Services
We help individuals with disabilities and other barriers gain the skills, confidence, and support they need to succeed in the workforce at no cost to eligible participants.
Your Journey to Employment Starts Here
At Columbia Ability Alliance, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to thrive at work. Our employment services are personalized to fit your goals, strengths, and needs with coaching and placement support every step of the way.
If you’re eligible through a partner agency such as the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR), Developmental Disabilities Community Services (DDCS), Foundational Community Supports (FCS), or a school district, you can access these services at no cost to you.
What We Offer
Employment Changes Lives For Everyone
For Individuals
We help you make informed decisions, build self-worth, and gain confidence through real work experiences. Employment builds purpose, independence, and pride.
For Employers
Inclusive hiring strengthens teams. Most accommodations are low-cost, tax incentives apply, and hiring inclusively has been shown to improve culture and retention.
For Schools and Communities
Supported employment reduces long-term service costs and improves community engagement. Inclusion is an investment in a stronger future for all.
More Than a Job, It’s a Path to Independence
- Meaningful Work: We place individuals in roles that matter, contributing to the success of real businesses and building lasting careers.
- Self-Worth: Employment builds confidence, dignity, and personal achievement. Our coaching model empowers participants from day one.
- Relationships: Jobs help individuals connect, build social trust, and feel part of something bigger at work and in life.
- Access & Belonging: We believe every person deserves to be fully included. Employment helps open doors to community resources and opportunity.
A Partner You Can Count On
Columbia Ability Alliance is accredited by CARF, the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities. We’re proud to uphold the highest standards in vocational and community services.
View Employment Services Handbook PDF.
Start Your Journey to Meaningful Employment
No matter where you are in your employment journey, we’re here to help.