Project Search Overview Link Student must be at least 18 years of age or older at the beginning of the program.
- Student must have completed all requirements for graduation and agree this will be the last year of school eligibility, ● Student will accept the diploma at the end of the Project SEARCH school year.
- Student must meet eligibility requirements for IL Division of Rehabilitation Services and Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). ● Student must have independent personal hygiene and grooming skills. ● Student must have independent daily living skills.
- Student must maintain appropriate behavior and social skills in school and workplace.
- Student must take direction to change behavior from supervisors.
- Student must be able to communicate effectively, including self advocacy, in order to complete required work related functions.
- Student must have the desire to explore transportation options, including public transportation when available, and be trained to travel independently. Family will arrange for reliable daily transportation.
- Previous experience in a work environment preferred (including school , volunteer, and paid work).
- Student must have the desire and plan to work competitively at the conclusion of the Project SEARCH Program for at least 16 hours a week.
- Participate in a unpaid one year only program designed around employability and independent living skills.
- SASEDNorthwestern Medicine, PAEP, and/or DRS reserve the right to remove a student for non-compliance with Program Guidelines.