Group Supported Employment

Production Teams

A group of program participants, working as a production team, perform work under the guidance of a Work Opportunity Center, Inc. (WOC, Inc.) supervisor at a community business.

Individuals arrive at WOC, Inc. and are transported by a passenger van to and from the Production Facility to the business. Individuals participating in Group Supported Employment are paid according to work performed.

Skills Development

Group Supported Employment provides an opportunity to acquire skills in different industries and gain valuable work experience in the community.

In addition, individuals gain confidence, self esteem, have an opportunity to meet and interact with other workers, and gain an overall understanding of different work cultures.

Individuals continue to receive their paycheck and benefits from WOC, Inc. Group sites operate daily, seasonally or as needed.

For more information please contact Sandy Michaelian Assistant Manager of Employment Supports for the Production Facility & Enclaves 413-786-8830 x24