Mission:

RISES Services Southern Corridor takes pride in providing person-centered supports that empower individuals of all abilities to discover their strengths, develop their skills, and achieve meaningful, competitive employment while promoting independence and inclusion.

Vision:

We envision an inclusive and accessible job market where individuals with diverse abilities can develop their skills with dignity and respect.

RISE Services Southern Corridor provides individualized employment and transition services that break down barriers, promote equity, and ensure people with disabilities have the opportunity to thrive.

About RISE Services Southern Corridor

Empowering Individuals Through Employment & Community Inclusion

RISE Services Southern Corridor is a proud affiliate of RISE Services, a nationally recognized and CARF-accreditedprovider of human services. As part of this network, we follow the same high standards of quality, ethics, and accountability to ensure that individuals with disabilities receive the support they need to thrive.

At RISE Services, our mission is simple yet powerful: to empower individuals with disabilities through personalized support, skill development, and inclusive employment opportunities. Our services are designed to foster independence, build confidence, and promote meaningful participation in community life.

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Our Culture

At RISE Services Southern Corridor we create a culture of trust, respect, and excellence where every person we support is treated with dignity, empowered to pursue their goals, and recognized as a partner in planning and decision-making. Our team operates with integrity, collaboration, and cultural humility; we hold ourselves accountable to the highest standards of safety, compliance, and continuous improvement so that our work reliably improves quality of life for the people and communities we serve.

Service we provide

• Pre-ETS for students eligible or potentially eligible

• Discovery & Situational Assessment

• Workplace Readiness / Job Readiness Training

• Job Development & Placement

• Job Coaching / Supported Employment (as authorized)

• Follow-along and retention supports

Pre-ETS Focus Areas

• Job exploration counseling and labor-market awareness

• School-based and community-based work-based learning

• Counseling on postsecondary options and basic financial aid literacy

• Workplace readiness (soft skills, independent living, social skills)

• Instruction in self-advocacy and leadership