At Avatar Residential, we believe in empowering individuals with diverse abilities to achieve meaningful employment. Our Supported Employment Services are designed to provide comprehensive assistance to job seekers who may face barriers to traditional employment. Our dedicated team works closely with individuals to identify their skills, interests, and career goals, ensuring a personalized approach to job placement.

Key Features:

Job Development and Job Placement:

Avatar collaborates with employers within the community, as well as other employment service providers to identify job opportunities that match the job seeker’s strengths, skills and preferences. Our focus is to place job seekers in positions that promote independence and job satisfaction. Through community partnerships we promote the value of a diverse workplace and advocate for inclusive hiring practices.

Job Development and Job Placement:

Our certified job coaches provide one-on-one support, helping individuals navigate the job search process, prepare for interviews, and develop essential workplace skills. Job coaches provide support within the workplace to create a routine, connect with coworkers, guide through job tasks and responsibilities, identify accommodations and set job goals.

Job Development and Job Placement:

Avatar offers continued support even after job placement, ensuring clients have access to resources and guidance as they adapt to their new roles. This includes regular workplace check-ins and support with any workplace challenges that may arise.

Meet our featured employees.

Avatar currently supports folks employed at CVS, Walgreens, Marshalls, Old Navy, Bryant University, Stop & Shop, Roger Williams Zoo, Ocean State Job Lot, and more!

  • Meet Michael, he is been employed at RWP Zoo since 2021, as a seasonal employee, in the building grounds and maintenance department. Michael typically works April through November and is responsible for the upkeep of the zoo grounds and administrative offices.

    Michael is an independent on the job and currently receives retention services through supported employment. With the natural support of his supervisor, Dave and his team, Michael has been successful in this position learning new things each year.