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San Diego Community College District
Jamila DeCarli, M.S.WorkAbility III Program Coordinator
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What is WorkAbility III?
• WorkAbility III (WA III) programs are cooperative partnerships
between the Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) and
participating community colleges within the State of California.
• San Diego Community College District’s (SDCCD) WA III program began in 1984 and has served thousands of students with various disabilities.
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Purpose of WA III
• To provide vocational services to DOR clients / community college students.
• To help students obtain employment during and after completion of their education / vocational training according to their IPE.
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Eligibility for WA III
• Must be clients of the DOR.
• Must be students in the San Diego Community College District
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College Campuses
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Centre City West City ECC North City
Mid City CE @ Mesa Cesar Chavez
Non-Credit Classes
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Occupational Opportunities(Continuing Education)
Two Locations: CE @ Mesa ~ Mid City
• Explore different occupations • Learn job search techniques• Work on communication and interview skills• Create a resume• Learn about job accommodations• Develop networking skills and use of community resources
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Student Responsibilities
• Students are expected to be independent, active participants in the
job search process, working alongside their vocational counselor
to secure employment.
• Duration as a client of WA III depends upon academic progress,
short vs. long term employment needs, level of participation,
motivation of the student, and labor market competition in the
vocational field.
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WA III Staff
• A team of highly qualified, degreed professionals who have experience working with various disability groups.
• WA III staff communicates with DOR counselors on a regular
basis in order to provide a consistent level of support and
maximize the probability of student success.
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Services Provided
• Vocational Counseling and Career Exploration• Employment preparation (job search techniques, resume,
interview skills, etc.)• Work Experience/Internships• On-the-job accommodations • Employment retention for minimum of 90 days