There is no cost to an individual for programs provided by the Phoenix. Costs are paid by the referring state or federal agency.
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We serve all types of vocational disabilities. A vocational disability is any disability (physical, emotional, learning, physiological, etc) that CAN impact a person’s ability to GET or KEEP a job. Therefore, each person’s disability has to be evaluated in consideration of their work experience, education, personal resources (do they have a car to get to work, for example) and other factors. Consequently, each person served by Phoenix has a program specifically designed for their personal situation that will help them maximize their vocational potential and goals.
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Concern citizens of the community started Phoenix some 40+ years ago. In 1973, they incorporated the organization as a non-profit organization and today; Phoenix is still governed and owned by a group of volunteer business, community and professional leaders who serve without compensation. They oversee the policies and programs of the organization and set the long-term goals for Phoenix.
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Phoenix is a United Way agency and therefore, it’s program and United Way periodically reviews accountability measures. Phoenix has been a member of the Better Business Bureau for 20+ years and annual files appropriate information with the BBB for public review. Phoenix’s programs are accredited by an international organization that reviews Phoenix’s programs and compares them to international standards for accountability, performance and ethics and provides a written report of its findings. CARF (the accrediting agency) has given Phoenix the best accreditation period (three years) for 24 consecutive years. Also, Phoenix’s senior management has a total of 68 years with Phoenix and is committed to the mission and values the organization stands for.
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Phoenix jobs are by design intended for persons with disabilities who are due to that disability excluded from jobs in the competitive work place. The process to access Phoenix jobs is based on eligibility, job availability and need. We recommend that all persons seeking employment at Phoenix go through already established referral processes which include working with Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services, the Veterans Administration or the Alabama Department of Human Resources as appropriate. If this is all too confusing contact send us an email with your question.
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