Employment Development Services (EES and EDS) – Placement Programming

Through a variety of programming options, ProAct provides the services needed to
assist participants to prepare for today’s workplace, secure employment and retain their
job once placed.

Explore Employment (EES)

This individualized service helps participants gain a better understanding of employment
to help them make an informed choice about working in the competitive job market
through an interactive array of group and one-to-one classes and counseling sessions.

Plan for Employment (EDS)

This individualized service helps participants plan their employment goals, learn about
career pathways, and identify strengths and interests through educational sessions, job
shadowing, tryouts, business tours and more.

Find a Job (Placement) (VRS/SSB)

This individualized service is customized to fit the needs of job seekers wanting
competitive, integrated employment. Services may include benefits review, intensive
job search assistance, resume development, job seeking skills training and other
activities related to securing employment.

Keep the Job (ESS)

Individualized support services for individuals who are competitively employed tell help
them maintain and retain their job. Services may include job coaching, job counseling
support, new hire assistance, advocacy, coordinating employment transportation with
employers or accommodation arrangements.

Employment Development programming is offered at ProAct’s Eagan, Red Wing and Shakopee service locations