Information for Referrers

We welcome referrals from educators, social service providers and others on behalf of their students or clients.

Individuals with disabilities seeking long-term employment in a sheltered, nurturing environment should contact our Human Resources Staff. Our mission is to provide employment opportunities that enable individuals with disabilities to achieve financial and social independence, regardless of age, sex, race, creed or economic status. We focus on a person's abilities, not his or her disability.

Successful Peoria Production Shop employees possess traits that allow them to:

• Perform the essential functions of the position
• Maintain a 40 hour work week
• Take pride in being successful in a challenging job
• Set and achieve vocational goals
• Provide or arrange for their own transportation to and from work (our facility is on the GP Transit bus route)
• Use social interaction skills while working in a team environment
• Meet and maintain minimum production standards
• Use basic math skills
• Accept the responsibilities of full time employment, including attendance
• Develop self-reliance and independence