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We want to inform and connect with the entire Job Path community
so we are all on this path together.
| | A perfect day for the park | | Job Path’s Community Connections held a Field Day in Central Park last week with basketball and volleyball matchups for participants and staff. | | |
Airballs and 3-pointers were both celebrated.
There were strategy sessions on how to acheive the perfect volleyball bump.
But most of all, it was a chance to enjoy a lovely day, sports, camaraderie, and community in the Spring sunshine.
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“I felt really good because I did something I wanted to do.”
-Joe R.
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Employment program participant Joe R. recently received a certificate of completion from GameU after successfully completing a four-year STEAM-based training.
The hands-on training included sessions on Power Point and Excel, as well as G-Suite programs, web programming and 3-D design.
“I really like getting a chance to use the computer more,” he says, noting that he hopes it will help him in his job search. Joe previously worked in a warehouse for a lighting company and his job coach Lily Howard says he’d be an asset to any company.
| | | “He’s very invested in being a good employee and contributing to the team,” she says. “He’s dedicated and just awesome to be around, and he really contributes to the culture.” | | A "Thriller" of a day for Supported Living | | |
Participants and support staff from Job Path’s Supported Living program enjoyed a showing of the bio-pic “Michael Jackson” recently after Job Path rented out a theater for a matinee showing in Times Square. Participant Erica P. gave it 5 out of 5 stars.
“It was really nice. I had a great time. I was dancing and singing,” she says. Asked for a rendition of her favorite hit, she expertly sang the chorus of “Beat It” like a pro!
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| | Rachel Clark - Employment Specialist, Job Coach | | | | |
Favorite Thing About Job Path:
My favorite thing about Job Path is the creative and thoughtful ways we show up for our participants. Every individual comes in with their own personality, ideas, goals, and challenges, and our staff truly takes the time to get to know them as people. We don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach; we meet participants where they are, build on their strengths and skills, and support them in ways that are meaningful to them personally.
One Thing People Might Not Know About You:
One thing people may not know about me is that I’m a mom to a wonderful 3-year-old. Being a parent has definitely taught me patience, flexibility, and how to juggle a lot at once. Those skills naturally carry over into my work at Job Path and help me stay grounded in a busy day.
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Memorable Moment at Job Path:
One of the most recent and rewarding moments was seeing a participant return to his dream job. Last summer, he completed an internship that unfortunately had an end date, and our team worked closely with the employer to advocate for another opportunity for him. After several months, he was able to return to the role. Seeing his dedication, how fulfilled he is in the work, and his excitement to be back and succeed has been incredibly meaningful. Moments like this are what make this work so powerful.
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Spring is full of special events and milestones - graduations, proms, weddings, holidays, and more. One date on the calendar that also deserves some attention is June 30 - the date that marks the end of Job Path's fiscal year.
A donation to Job Path supports all the success stories like the ones you see here for hundreds of New Yorkers with autism and other developmental disabilities.
| | I hope you can join our End-of-Fiscal year fundraising effort - click here for more information on giving, and thank you for being such an important part of our community! | | | | Consortium leadership presented at the Accessibility Symposium: Building Inclusive Pathways to Employment for People with Disabilities, held by the NYC Economic Development Corporation and The Center for Workplace Accessibility and Inclusion at NYC Office of Talent and Workforce Development. You can see more details here! | | June: As part of our efforts to highlight and celebrate the great diversity within our Job Path community, we will be featuring racial, ethnic, cultural, and identity pride commemorations here each month. | | |
Caribbean American Heritage Month
Immigrant Heritage Month
LGBTQ Pride
Men’s Health Month
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Staff Anniversaries
Special recognition to staff who celebrated their anniversary at Job Path in May.
Thank you for all of the contributions that you have made over the years in making Job Path successful.
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Marcia Massop - 18 years
Abby Schatten - 15 years
Lee Weiner - 9 years
Nadia Khazraee - 9 years
Alison Smith - 9 years
Jessika Warner-McCoy - 9 years
Johnadam Haridopolos - 8 years
Irene Burgos - 4 years
Takisha Taylor - 3 years
Hadja Kromah - 3 years
Ben Wollner - 3 years
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Lolita Galapon - 2 years
Michelle Chu - 2 years
Alexander Mohabir - 2 years
Essence Picart - 2 years
Vladimir Celicourt - 2 years
Amia Coleman - 1 year
Bryce Harris - 1 year
Kateryna Korobkina - 1 year
Faoziah Safa - 1 year
Shawnakay Gordon - 1 year
Lucy Sossaman - 1 year
| | Job Path supports people with autism and other developmental disabilities as they find jobs, live in their own homes, and become involved in community life. To learn more, visit our website. | | |
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