Supported Employment Program (sep)
Provided by Transitions - Mental Health Association (TMHA)
Descriptions
Provides minimum wage gardening work to people with mental health challenges. Farms are supported by private foundations and product sales. Employs over 50 people each year: growing vegetables, flowers, seedlings, and landscape plants. Employees work varying shifts, from 3-20, hours per week. Services include:
- Training in the agricultural and horticultural fields.
- Job-skills training in a supervised environment among peers.
- Opportunities for job advancement and increased responsibility.
- Enhanced physical, mental and social health through the use of therapeutic horticulture.
- An opportunity to meet with the on-site vocational specialist. Who can help individuals gain competitive employment
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Daily contact with co-workers and an on-site mental health worker. To discuss work, socialization, or other areas of interest. As well as concern to the individual.
Eligibility
People with a disability
Application Process
Call for appointment
Documents
California Department of Rehabilitation, Santa Barbara County Department of Behavioral Wellness, or San Luis Obispo County Behavioral Health Department referral
Fees
No fee
Languages Offered
English
Service Areas
- Santa Barbara County
Phone
| (805) 540-6551 | Phone |
Hours
Mon 10am - 4pm;
Tue 10am - 4pm;
Wed 10am - 4pm;
Thu 10am - 4pm;
Fri 10am - 4pm;
Sat 10am - 1pm;
Website
Address
225 East Inger Street, Suite 101, Santa Maria, CA, 93454
Disabilities Access
Fully accessible to individuals using mobility aids.
Address
225 East Inger Street, Suite 101, Santa Maria, CA, 93454
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