Employment Services
Working with you on your path to employment.
We work with you to find the job that best fits your goals and your interests.
We’re here to support people with disabilities across Wisconsin. Contact us at 866-327-3729 or info@dsaw.org to connect with a DSAW Specialist who can share what services are available in your community.
Get the employment support you need
Job Development and Support Services
DSAW will work with you on your path to employment. Our goal is to prepare you for a job, help you find a job you love, and support you at your job. We are a service provider with the Wisconsin Department of Vocational Rehabilitation. We offer the following services:
- Skills to Pay the Bills
- Explore Work
- Job Shadows
- Job Preparation- resume building, interview practice
- Internship/Temporary Work Experience
- Job Development and Retention
- Job Coaching
- Supported Employment
DSAW also works with long-term support providers such as IRIS and Family Care to continue providing job coaching for Supported Employment consumers.
Transition Services
Our trained staff work with area schools to enhance their transition programs, provide group and individual instruction, and facilitate work readiness by teaching pre-vocational skills and providing industry tours. We also offer consulting services to area teachers and administrators.
Meet Lukas
Employment is a powerful pathway to confidence, belonging, and independence. Through personalized coaching, workplace readiness training, and employer partnerships across Wisconsin, DSAW helps individuals with Down syndrome and other disabilities find jobs that match their talents and goals. Our focus is on building inclusive work environments where each person is valued and supported to thrive.
Thank you to the United Way of Greater Milwaukee and Waukesha County for capturing our amazing participants!
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DSAW gives our son, Nick, countless opportunities to interact with HIS peers and that, to us, is priceless. Thank you!
Support near you
No matter where you live, there’s support available
Across Wisconsin, there are many chapters and support groups that are ready to connect with you.
