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Participating in Ticket to Work provides access to free employment services and support from an Employment Network. Start working part-time and become self-sufficient. Learn more at www.choosework.net.
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Company Name/Logo Participation in Ticket to Work allows: Access to a wide variety of freeemployment services Connection with a knowledgeable service provider called an Employment Network (EN) Support by your “Employment Team” on your journey to financial independence Several years of ongoing support
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Company Name/Logo What is Ticket To Work? • Established by Social Security Administration (SSA) • Eligibility: Ages 18-64, currently receiving SSI/SSDI benefits • Goal: Supports career development for individuals wanting to work & become self-sufficient • Participation: Free & voluntary program • Services provided by Employment Networks • Source: www.choosework.net
Goals of the Ticket to Work Program Start working at least part-time during first 9 months after Ticket assignment with goal of becoming self supporting After 9 months, earn Substantial Gainful Activity for 11-18 months Earn Substantial Gainful Activity and be completely off of cash benefits Maintaining medical benefits
Company Name/Logo What is an Employment Network (EN)? A private or public organization whose goal is to get you back to work! Services vary, but all provide career counseling, job placement assistance & help maintaining long term employment EN will work with you to jointly develop a plan that details your career goals & joint responsibilities
Company Name/Logo Services We Provide: • Job Coaching • Career Counseling • Job Leads • Job Accommodations • Individual Work Plan • Work Incentive Counseling Referrals/Planning • Resume Preparation • Labor Market Information • Training/Referrals • Practice Interviewing
Company Name/Logo Benefits of Ticket to Work Access to Employment/Career Services Protection from Continuing Disability Reviews (CDR) Assistance with Wage Reporting Work Incentive Counseling Referral/Planning Expedited Reinstatement of Benefits Your own personal employment team!
Company Name/Logo Have you worked with Vocational Rehabilitation (VR)? Access to ongoing services Successfully closed cases- Must have ticket assigned within 90 days of case closure if working at Substantial Gainful Activity and not receiving cash benefits Unsuccessfully closed cases- the ticket can be assigned for continuing employment services Partnership Plus
Company Name/Logo Valuable Resource: www.choosework.net
Company Name/Logo What is NENA? • National Employment Network Association • Provides support & training to EN’s & partners • Assists EN’s with making a commitment to providing best in services to beneficiaries (You!) • Maintains a membership list for others to verify NENA membership of any EN
Company Name/Logo Why Chose a NENA EN? • NENA stays updated on all rules & regulations regarding the Ticket to Work program • Members share best practices & methods to help job seekers achieve success
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