Employment Services

Customized vocational support that helps people explore careers, train for a job, get hired and keep growing at work.

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Work that fits each person

We match each participant with opportunities that suit their strengths, then stay alongside them with coaching for lasting success.

We work with a variety of local employers, from retail and childcare centers to professional offices and government agencies.

At a glance

Who it’s for
People with intellectual and developmental disabilities
Where
Carroll and Montgomery Counties
Support
Career exploration through on-the-job coaching

The path to a job

  1. Explore careers

    Individualized career exploration built around personal strengths and interests.

  2. Train

    Job training that prepares each participant for the work they want to do.

  3. Get placed

    Placement support with local employers who value an inclusive workforce.

  4. Keep growing

    Continuous on-the-job coaching to help each person succeed and stay employed.

More ways we help

  • DORS Job Services

    Job readiness and coaching for eligible students ages 14–21 and adults 22 and older, in partnership with the Division of Rehabilitation Services. Learn about DORS services

  • Volunteer internships

    We coordinate volunteer internship placements through Community Development Services to build employment skills.

  • For employers

    Our Employment Specialist matches your business with a Target participant and provides ongoing job coaching. Hire a Target participant

Ready to start working?

Apply online or call the office nearest you, and our team will walk you through the next step.