Paul V. Sherlock Center on Disabilities, RI College (Rhode Island)

Organization Address: 600 Mount Pleasant Ave., Providence RI, 02852
Contact Person: Vicki Ferrara
Contact Person Phone Number: (org.) 401-456-8072 - direct: 401-456-8092

Name or Title of ACRE Training:
Supporting Meaningful Employment: A person-centered approach to career planning, job development and job retention
Organizational Website to gain access to ACRE training:
Sherlock Center: www.sherlockcenter.org
SME page: https://sherlockcenter.ric.edu/events-education-training/supporting-meaningful-employment-sme-series

Description of ACRE Training: (structure of training, modules, etc.)

• Number of Days : 6 full days or 12 half days or 24 1.5 sessions
• Over What Time Period : 2-3 month period
• Number of Hours of Content : 40 plus Fieldwork
• Frequency: 2-3 times per year
• Ave # Learners: 15-20 learners

 
WEBSITE DESCRIPTION:
Paul V. Sherlock Center on Disabilities, RI College (Rhode Island) 5/6/2025
 
Supporting Meaningful Employment: A Person-Centered Approach to Career Planning, Job Development and Retention Jumpstart Your Career with ACRE-Endorsed Training!

Offered by the Sherlock Center on Disabilities at Rhode Island College, this dynamic 48-hour training is packed into 12 powerful sessions plus 4 fieldwork mentor reviews, equips you with the skills and certificate to make a real difference.
Participants will dive deep into Person-Centered Assessment, Employment Planning, Job Development, and Coaching for Retention—and those who complete all requirements (including fieldwork and attendance) will receive an ACRE Certificate.

What Past Participants have to say?
Why enroll? Past graduates of the SME program report:

• A 40% increase in successful job hires
• A 60% boost in employer engagement
• Enhanced tools for using community resources, promoting self-determination, and crafting individualized job strategies

What Participants Are Saying:
“The course was fabulous—my questions were answered, I got great resources, and I’m helping more people land meaningful jobs!”
– SME Graduate, Youth Services

“The instructors were knowledgeable and made everything engaging and easy to understand.”
– SME Graduate, Mental Health Services

“This course gave me a whole new outlook—I now bring more value to both my job seekers and employers.”
– SME Graduate, Developmental Disabilities

Training Modules Include:
1. Foundations in Community Employment Services & Supports
2. Work Incentives to Support Employment & Retention
3-5. Vocational Assessment Series – From Discovery to Community Exploration
6. Employment Law, ADA, & Disability Disclosure
7-9. Job Development Series – Search, Match, and Negotiate
10-12. Job Retention & Coaching Series – Teach, Support, and Grow
Ready to empower others and level up your skills?

​Contact Vicki Ferrara, M.A. – Coordinator, Access to Integrated Employment
(401) 456-8072

Employment Services Basic or Professional Level:  YES
Customized Employment Basic or Professional Level: NO
States where training is available State specific Rhode Island and transferable information to CT and MA
 
Trainer Names:

• Vicki Ferrara
• Tristan Pennell
• Joshua Hughes
• Joanne Savoie
• Rory Carmody
• Kie O'Donnell
• Ian Armitstead 

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Training Format: 
Face-to-Face