Employers can get help recruiting, hiring, retaining, and accommodating employees with disabilities through customized services, disability awareness training and presentations, worksite and job process assessments, referrals, and more.
Services are based on eligibility and your individual needs. For more information about vocational rehabilitation services and to locate your nearest Texas Workforce Solutions—Vocational Rehabilitation Services office, contact us or visit the Texas Workforce Commission Vocational Rehabilitation Services website.
TWS-VRS provides services to help bridge the gap between you and meaningful employment.
Some examples of services are training, counseling, medical services, artificial arms and legs, hearing aids, transportation, sign language interpreters, Braille instructions, orientation and mobility instruction for individuals who have visual impairments, on-the-job support, and help to find a job.
You probably won’t need all of these services, and there may be other services that you do need that are not on the list. Your counselor will provide you with information about available options and alternatives in selecting the services you need for successful employment.
Receive core services, as needed, to help prepare for post-secondary education and employment opportunities:
Call: 800-628-5115
Visit: the office nearest you and request an appointment to meet with a TWS-VRS counselor
Email: customers@twc.state.tx.us. In your email, include your name, phone, and address including city, state, and zip code. Do not include your Social Security number or birth date.
Please let us know if you need translator services or other accommodations for your appointment.
If you have a concern with any TWC vocational rehabilitation decision regarding your vocational rehabilitation services, try to resolve the concern with your TWC vocational rehabilitation counselor and his or her supervisor.
If your concern is still not resolved, see Appeal a Vocational Rehabilitation Decision to learn about your rights to appeal a determination.
Get help preparing for post-secondary education and employment opportunities through the following individualized services. Services are based on eligibility and your individual need, and are provided in collaboration with the family, high school, community college, or educational service center.
Receive core services, as needed, to help prepare for post-secondary education and employment opportunities:
The SEAL Program is a statewide strategy that provides employment transition services, including work-readiness training and paid work experience, to students with disabilities. The program is offered during the summer months when students are out of school.
For more information contact us.
Get help preparing for post-secondary education and employment opportunities through the following individualized services. Services are based on eligibility and your individual need, and are provided in collaboration with the family, high school, community college, or educational service center.
Receive core services, as needed, to help prepare for post-secondary education and employment opportunities:
The SEAL Program is a statewide strategy that provides employment transition services, including work-readiness training and paid work experience, to students with disabilities. The program is offered during the summer months, when students are out of school.
For more information contact us.
As part of our commitment to providing services to all Central Texas citizens, we provide accessibility equipment in designated areas of our centers and assist people with disabilities in their employment search.
All of our centers and services are open to people with or without disabilities on a self-serve basis.
Workforce Solutions of Central Texas is proud to recognize several public and community organizations that provide helpful information and additional services for people with disabilities:
The ADA was formulated with the central belief that disabilities should not lessen a person’s right to have equal opportunities when seeking employment.
Read and learn about disclosing a disability, requesting accommodation, choosing a career, and more.
The Center offers a free ADA hotline for confidential guidance on disability rights issues. Click HERE for more information or call 800-949-4232.
Helpful information for People with Disabilities
Nonprofit serving Texans with all types of intellectual or other developmental disabilities.
Dept . of Health & Human Services disability info.
Find help with food, health, housing, and more.
Dedicated to furthering the cause of inclusion in every aspect of life.
The Workforce Solutions Of Central Texas System Is An Equal Opportunity Employer/Programs. Equal Opportunity Is The Law.
Auxiliary Aids And Services Are Available Upon Request To People With Disabilities.
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Privacy Policy
At Workforce Solutions of Central Texas, we hold your privacy in the highest regard. We assure you that your personal information is not shared with any third parties. This privacy policy is designed to clearly outline how we collect, use, and protect the information you provide.
Information Collection:
We collect only the information necessary to provide and improve our services. This may include name, email address, etc. We do not sell, rent, or share this information with third parties.
How We Use Your Information:
The information collected is used solely for communicating with the intended party. We may use the information provided to communicate with you via phone, text (SMS), and email. We do not share your information with external parties for marketing or other purposes.
Your Choices:
Your control over your information is important to us. You have the right to access, correct, or delete your information. If you have any concerns or questions about your data, please feel free to contact us at customer.care@workforcesolutionsctx.com.
Policy Changes:
We may update our privacy policy from time to time. Any changes will be communicated to you, and your continued use of our services implies your acceptance of the revised policy. You agree to the terms outlined in this privacy policy by using our services.
