Parents Alliance Employment Project

Project SEARCH at Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital CELEBRATES 10 YEARS! Project SEARCH at Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital (CDH) was started back in 2014. Project SEARCH at CDH is built on a collaboration with Parents Alliance Employment Project, The School Association for Special Education in DuPage County, Northwestern Medicine, Division of Rehabilitation Services, WorkNet DuPage, School District 200, School District 96, and Project SEARCH. Project SEARCH at CDH was the second Project SEARCH to come to Illinois and the first Project SEARCH program within Northwestern Medicine Hospitals. Due to the success at CDH, PAEP has become the supportive employment agency to run a total of 3 Project SEARCH programs within NM Hospitals including Northwestern Medicine Delnor and Huntley Hospitals. This year, PS CDH celebrates hosting its 10th program class with 11 interns. The 10th program class at CDH marks a decade of making a significant difference in the lives of many individuals, helping them gain confidence, build skills, and find meaningful employment.   118 - Interns served within the program 23 - Internships throughout CDH 90% - Placement Success Rate #ProjectSEARCH #ProjectSEARCHCDH #InternshipSuccess #NorthwesternMedicine #OurAlliance #PAEP #beinspiredtohire #PS #NM #InclusionMatters #ProjectSEARCHWORKS #JobsForAll #VocationalRehabilitation #DisabilityEmployment #disabilityinclusion #disability #disabilities #employmentservices #employmentsupport

May your smile shine as bright as the Diwali lights! Happy Diwali from the PAEP family!

Project SEARCH at Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital Open House! Join us on November 7th to learn more about the program hosted by Northwestern Medicine. Past interns and families will be sharing their experience from the program followed by a short informational presentation. RSVP to csuter@parents-alliance.org or scan the QR code

What a spooktacular Halloween celebration at Project SEARCH at Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital! Every department got creative with their pumpkin displays, and our interns had a blast voting for our favorites. Our interns truly outdid themselves by decorating a fabulous 'Halloween Tree'! And let’s not forget Moxi the robot—dressed to impress in the Halloween spirit! Happy Halloween from our PS interns and team!!

Happy Halloween from our PAEP family! Be safe and have fun!

What a fantastic turnout at yesterday's DuPage Kane Disability Community Resource Group Hiring Event! A big shoutout to all the employers who took part and everyone who attended!

🌟 Join Us in Celebrating National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) This October—and Every Day of the Year! 🌟 This October, we honor the incredible contributions of individuals with disabilities whose hard work strengthens our nation’s economy. Let’s reaffirm our commitment to ensuring equal opportunities for everyone. At PAEP, we are passionate about empowering individuals with disabilities to secure and maintain competitive employment within their communities. We actively promote disability inclusion in the workplace, helping companies create diverse and dynamic teams. Ready to learn more about our services or find out how we can assist you in filling open positions? Visit our website today! https://lnkd.in/eEwkc4_X #beinspiredtohire #OurAlliance #NDEAM #NDEAM2024 #employment #disabilityemployment #disabilityinclusion #disability #disabilities #employmentservices #employmentsupport #employability #employment #jobs #ndeam #disabilityawareness #disabilityemployment #disabilityservices #disability #inclusion

Project SEARCH at Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital is hosting an open house for potential 2025-2026 candidates! Join us virtually on November 7th from 1pm to 2pm to learn more about our Project SEARCH program at Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital and how this program can benefit any youth with disabilities you may work with. Date: November 7th, 2024 Time: 1pm-2pm Zoom Link: https://lnkd.in/dfRJz8pC Meeting ID: 845 3234 7393 Passcode: 233063 If you have any questions regarding the event or would like to RSVP please contact- Hailey Mankivsky, at hmankivsky@parents-alliance.org or call 630-440-4317.

The time has come for the first round of Employment Planning Meetings (EPMs) for our Project SEARCH program at Northwestern Medicine Huntley Hospital! 🎉 Our interns have been hard at work creating PowerPoint presentations to share their journeys with their families. During these meetings, they take the spotlight, showcasing their experiences and growth. These EPMs are a fantastic opportunity for interns to share their progress and receive valuable feedback. After their presentations, our dedicated employment specialist will review each intern’s self-evaluation and insights from their mentors, followed by setting new goals to achieve before the next EPM. We’re so proud of our interns and can’t wait to see all they will accomplish! 💪✨ #ProjectSEARCH #InternshipSuccess #NorthwesternMedicine #OurAlliance #PAEP

🌟 Hiring Event Tomorrow! 🌟 Join us for the DuPage Kane Disability Community Resource Group’s Hiring Event tomorrow, October 29th, from 9 AM to 12 PM at 1120 E. Diehl Road, Naperville, IL 60563. Meet employers who are looking for talented individuals like you! Whether you're seeking a new opportunity or just want to network, this is the place to be. Don’t forget to bring your resume and come ready to shine! ✨ #HiringEvent #OurAlliance #PAEP #DisabilityInclusion #JobOpportunities #Naperville