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
- Cancer
- Lupus
- Depression
- Anxiety or 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) 577-3318 or 1-800-301-3461
