Georgia Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, home

Employment Support For Adults

At GCDHH, we partner with the Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency (GVRA) to provide no-cost employment support services for Deaf, Hard of Hearing, DeafBlind, and Late-Deafened adults. Our person-centered approach empowers you to build skills, find meaningful work, and thrive in the workplace. Choose from our flexible services or explore our specialized employment tracks below.

7 signed videos Captioned
Watch in ASL CaptionsEmployment Support, signed
On this page
  1. Overview
  2. Guided Employment Support
  3. Personalized Employment Support
  4. Our Services
  5. Workplace Readiness
  6. Career Exploration
  7. Community-Based Work Training
  8. Job Coaching
01 Signed in ASL

Guided Employment Support

Our Guided Employment Support program is designed for adults with significant disabilities who need structured assistance to achieve competitive, integrated employment. This track offers step-by-step support, from finding the right job to mastering workplace skills.
We provide job development to match you with employers, hands-on training to build confidence, and ongoing guidance to ensure long-term success. Ideal for those who benefit from a clear, supportive path to employment, this program helps you overcome barriers and thrive in your career.

Personalized Employment Support

Our Personalized Employment Support program is tailored for adults with significant disabilities who require a highly individualized approach to employment. We start with a Discovery process to understand your unique strengths, interests, and goals, then create a customized job plan that fits your needs.
From negotiating job roles with employers to providing ongoing support, this track ensures you find and maintain meaningful work in a competitive workplace. Perfect for those seeking a career that reflects their personal aspirations.

Our Services

Note: You can enroll in either employment track or choose individual services below without committing to a track. We’re here to support your unique journey!

02 Signed in ASL

Workplace Readiness

Gain the essential skills every employer values, such as effective communication, teamwork, and professional etiquette. Through short-term, interactive training, we help you build confidence and adapt to workplace environments, customized to your needs as a Deaf, Hard of Hearing, DeafBlind, or Late-Deafened individual. This service lays the foundation for success in any job.

03 Signed in ASL

Career Exploration

Not sure what career is right for you? Our Career Exploration service lets you try different jobs through hands-on job sampling at real worksites. Discover what aligns with your interests and strengths, and make informed decisions about your future with guidance from our team.

04 Signed in ASL

Community-Based Work Training

Develop practical work habits through real-world experiences, often structured as internships. This service focuses on building job-ready skills, such as time management, interpersonal communication, and stamina, to prepare you for competitive employment. You’ll work in community settings to gain confidence and experience.

05 Signed in ASL

Job Coaching

Our Job Coaching service provides intensive, one-on-one support in a competitive workplace, setting it apart from our broader training programs. We work closely with you to master specific job tasks, manage workplace behaviors, and build strong relationships with employers and coworkers.

Unlike other services that focus on preparation, Job Coaching ensures you succeed on the job through personalized guidance and natural support development, helping you maintain long-term employment.

Stay in the loop.

News, the community calendar and DEAFestival updates, once in a while, in plain English.