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Michelle Baggett
Vocational Caseworker
445-7163
mbaggett@humboldt.k12.ca.us

Nancy Blinn
Lead Vocational Caseworker
445-7163
nblinn@humboldt.k12.ca.us

Peach Bond
Vocational Caseworker
725-4461 ext 3126
pbond@humboldt.k12.ca.us

Vicky Burnett
Vocational Caseworker
825-2016
vburnett@humboldt.k12.ca.us

Sally Chagolla
Vocational Caseworker
943-1843
schagolla@humboldt.k12.ca.us

Patty Childress
Vocational Caseworker
839-6499
pchildress@humboldt.k12.ca.us

Debbie Davis
Vocational Caseworkers
825-2016
ddavis@humboldt.k12.ca.us

Phyllis Davis
Vocational Caseworker
725-4461 x 3126
pdavis@humboldt.k12.ca.us

Sheila Nelson
Vocational Caseworker
445-7530
sheilanelson@humboldt.k12.ca.us

Cecilia Ricci
Vocational Caseworker
725-4461 ext. 3022
cricci@humboldt.k12.ca.us

Lori Roecklein
Vocational Caseworker
441-4550
lroecklein@humboldt.k12.ca.us

Mark Schaffner
Vocational Caseworker
725-4461 X3126
mschaffner@humboldt.k12.ca.us

Angie Wilder
Vocational Caseworker
530-625-9338
awilder@humboldt.k12.ca.us
TPP/WorkAbility
Transition Partnership Program

TPP is an interagency vocational program funded by the California State Department of Rehabilitation (DR) in cooperation with the Humboldt County Office of Education.

Goal

To assist students with barriers to employment to become competitive in the world of work.

  • Who are 16 years of age and older
  • Who qualify for Department of Rehabilitation
  • Who want to work
  • Who are available to participate
  • Who would benefit from the program
Student Services
  • Interest and Ability Assessments
  • Career Counseling
  • Interview Skills
  • Job Seeking Skills
  • On the Job Training
  • Vocational Training Placements
  • Interview and Work Clothing
  • Transportation Allowance
  • Work Site Monitoring and Evaluation
  • Referral to Community Agencies, Colleges, and Career Technical Training Programs
Employers May Receive ...
  • Potential Federal and State Tax Credits
  • Insurance and Workers’ Compensation Coverage
  • Lower Training Costs
  • Loyal and Long-Term Employees
TPP Employers Say ...

“I’ve participated in the Transition Partnership Program for over six years now… you get to work with friendly, talented young people… in a positive way, and helping them identify and explore talents they possess is very gratifying.”
Tim Flanagan, Jo-Ann Fabrics and Crafts

“TPP is truly a mutually beneficial program. We help the clients meet their goals and in turn they help our organization meet our goals.”
Chris Cooper, Fortuna Library

“I have had the pleasure of working with students in TPP over the past eight years… Our store has and will continue to support this program as it truly benefits both our company and our community.”
Tom Crumley, Ray’s Food Place



WorkAbility

A California State Department of Education program coordinated at the local County Office of Education for high school students with Individual Education Plans (IEP's) throughout Humboldt County.

Mission Statement

The mission of WorkAbility 1 is to promote the involvement of key stakeholders including students, families, educators, employers and other agencies that will culminate in successful student transition to employment, life-long learning and quality of adult life.


Student Opportunities

Eligible students may be able to participate in paid work training with Workers’ Compensation Coverage provided by the program.


WorkAbility 1 Services

School Based Component

  • Career Assessments
  • Career Research and Exploration
  • Career Counseling and Guidance
  • Youth Development and Leadership
  • Work Readiness Skills
  • Career and Transition Portfolio

Connecting Activities

  • Partnership/Collaboration with Schools and Businesses
  • Parental Contact/Support

Work Based Learning

  • Career Awareness Activities
  • Career Exploration Activities
  • Career Preparation
  • Preparation for the Work Site
  • Job Search Skills
  • Placement Services
  • Employment Training
  • Job Retention Skills
  • Work Site Mentoring
  • Mobility Training
  • Work Based Follow Along

Student Responsibilities
  • Must be ready and willing to participate.
  • Must attend school on a regular basis.
  • Must follow the program and training site rules and regulations.
WorkAbility Employers Say ...

“I have seen the benefits first hand of what good it does to get these students out and working with the public. Our store has and will continue to support this program...”
Tom Crumley, Ray’s Food Place

“…We help the clients meet their goals and in turn they help our organization meet our goals.”
Chris Cooper, Fortuna Library



WoofAbility Program (PDF)

Both Transition Programs
Provide career counseling, job coaching, vocational education, and job placement. Are designed to assist student s in obtaining meaningful vocational experience. Are designed to assist youth with barriers to employment in planning for and taking necessary steps to achieve success in the world of work. Are school/community linkage programs. Serve students during high school and register with adult agencies before graduation.

 



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