{"id":1476,"date":"2022-09-02T19:22:23","date_gmt":"2022-09-02T19:22:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.witcoinc.net\/?p=1476"},"modified":"2022-09-02T19:30:49","modified_gmt":"2022-09-02T19:30:49","slug":"more-than-a-job","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.witcoinc.net\/more-than-a-job\/","title":{"rendered":"More Than A Job"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1662146482240{margin-top: -.5em !important;}&#8221;]Jose Cervantes was the first person served to utilize the Employment Path Services at our site in Ontario, Oregon. Dedicated direct support professionals and employment specialist worked closely with him to address his barriers to employment. Jose possessed all the skills to make a magnificent employee but suffered from self-doubt and insecurity.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1662146493094{margin-top: -.5em !important;}&#8221;]Brookdale Assisted Living had need for a part time room housekeeper, and the employment specialist carved the job to fit Jose\u2019s skills. Jose tentatively agreed to \u201cgive it a try,\u201d and trained at the Ontario Witco Facility on the specific tasks, starting his new job site with a basic understanding of the necessities. Initially, \u00a0Jose was scheduled for nine hours per week. After the first day of work, he commented, \u201cI think I am really going to like this job.\u201d He was waiting and ready to work on his next scheduled day![\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1662146507311{margin-top: -.5em !important;}&#8221;]The job quickly became a source of pride for Jose. His demeanor improved dramatically. He came to Witco wearing a smile anticipating the next time he would get to work at Brookdale, and his attitude became infectious with other persons served. His new found confidence reduced anxiety in others who were exploring community employment. Jose talked to them about his new friends at Brookdale and his job duties. \u201cI can do that too!\u201d said Deana, another Witco client. Deana became so entranced with the idea of community employment, she ended up being the first to join our crew that works at the SE Oregon Food Bank in Ontario.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1662146518580{margin-top: -.5em !important;}&#8221;]After six months of work at Brookdale, Jose was asked to take on more shifts and additional duties. In addition to his cleaning duties, he was promoted to the kitchen staff. He learned how to serve meals, wash dishes, prep the kitchen and more. 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