Cowlitz Indian Tribe

Vocational Rehabilitation Program

The goal of the Cowlitz Vocational Rehabilitation Program is to provide services to Native Americans/Alaskan Natives consistent with their individual strengths and abilities.  Our clients are provided with informed choice while working to create self-confidence and independence.  Our ultimate goal is to prepare the individual for sustainable employment.

These services include:

Guidance & Counseling

Evaluation & Assessment

Job search, Job Placement and follow-up services

Vocational Training, including materials

Transportation

Occupational Licenses, Tools, Equipment and Initial Supplies

Technical Assistance

Assistive Devices

Transitions services for Students with Disabilities

Post Employment Services

How Do I Know If I Am Eligible?

¨ You must provide documented Tribal affiliation with a state or federally recognized Tribe.

¨ Live within Cowlitz, Clark, Lewis, Pacific, Skamania, or  Wahkiakum Counties.

¨ Have a Physical, Learning, Mental Health, or Substance Abuse Disability.

¨ Be able to benefit from VR services.

What Is A Disability?

Disabilities can be seen or unseen.  Disabilities can be physical, mental, or emotional barrier that may impede your ability to work.  The following conditions are some that could be considered a disability:

                          Asthma                                                             Learning Disabilities

                          Diabetes                                                          Mental Impairments

                          Arthritis and Rheumatism                        Obesity

                          Alcohol Dependency                                Physical (accident or injury)

                          Deafness                                                         Cardiac or Circulatory

                          Blindness                                                         Back Pain

                          Burns                                                                Cancer

                          Lupus                                                                Depression

What Does The Program Provide?

¨ Assists individuals with job preparation, job application, resume writing, individual vocational counseling, and job coaching.

¨ Assists people with career plans, job skills, self employment, and transportation to achieve employment goals.

¨ Works with employers, vocational schools, colleges, on-the-job training, job placements, and other agencies/programs.

Culturally Sensitive Native American Healing Process

The Cowlitz Indian Vocational Rehabilitation Program believes that our clients must be spiritually, mentally, physically, and emotionally healthy before placing them in an employment or educational opportunity.  

Contact Information

Our Office is located at:  1055 9th Ave., Suite D, Longview, WA 98632

(360) 577-5638 or 1-800-301-3461