Information for Referrers

We welcome referrals from educators, social service providers and others on behalf of their students or clients.

Individuals with disabilities seeking long-term employment in a sheltered, nurturing environment should contact our Human Resources Staff. Our mission is to be the premiere employer of individuals with disabilities. We focus on a person's abilities, not his or her disability.

Successful Peoria Production Shop employees possess traits that allow them to:

• Perform the essential functions of the position
• Maintain a 40 hour work week
• Take pride in being successful in a challenging job
• Set and achieve vocational goals
• Provide or arrange for their own transportation to and from work (our facility is on the GP Transit bus route)
• Use social interaction skills while working in a team environment
• Meet and maintain minimum production standards
• Use basic math skills
• Accept the responsibilities of full time employment, including attendance
• Develop self-reliance and independence