Project SEARCH is a one-year transition program for students with disabilities who are in their last year of high school. The program is designed for students who have a goal of competitive community employment.
West Bend Insurance Company Project SEARCH Mission
Working collaboratively to provide necessary life skills and employment training to young adults with disabilities
Student Benefits
- Acquire competitive, transferable and marketable job skills
- Gain increased independence, confidence, and self-esteem
- Receive individualized coaching, instruction, and feedback while on the job
- Develop connections to adult service agencies
What should students expect?
The student’s team includes family, a special education teacher, job developer, skills trainer, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation counselor and West Bend Insurance Company associates to provide support during this important transition. Students receive a stipend for participating in Project SEARCH.
Where is the program held?
Our program takes place at West Bend Insurance Company, where immersion in the workplace facilitates learning marketable work skills. Internship opportunities include:
- Office Assistant
- IT
- Facilities
- Fitness Center
- Front of the House
- Dishwashing
- Data Entry
- Landscaping and Grounds
- Merchandising Assistant
We also offer externship opportunities at Froedtert Hospital, Delta Defense, Jackson Head Start and The West Bend School District.
Proud Partner Agency of the United Way of Washington County
Contact Information
Special Education Coordinator
West Bend School District
262-306-4800
Project SEARCH Program Manager
The Threshold
262-338-1188, ext. 441
