Employment Services
BHSSC gives people the experience they need to work toward their employment goals. Services include:
- Career Exploration
- Employment-Related Individual Curriculums
- Contract Employment
- Supported Employment
- Competitive Employment
- Partnerships with Vocational Rehabilitative Servies
Employment Services at Black Hills Special Services Cooperative (BHSSC) are designed to empower individuals to discover meaningful career paths, build practical job skills, and achieve long-term independence. Rooted in the organization’s mission of helping people reach their full potential, these services provide personalized support every step of the way—from exploring career interests to securing and maintaining employment.
Participants receive individualized guidance tailored to their strengths, goals, and abilities. Through job coaching, hands-on training, and skill development, individuals gain the confidence and experience needed to succeed in real-world work environments. BHSSC staff work closely with participants to identify career interests, develop employment plans, and build essential workplace skills such as communication, time management, and problem-solving.
Employment Services also emphasize strong partnerships with local businesses and community employers. By fostering these connections, BHSSC helps create opportunities for job placement, internships, and on-the-job training experiences that prepare individuals for competitive, integrated employment. These partnerships not only benefit participants but also strengthen the local workforce and community.
Ultimately, BHSSC’s Employment Services are about more than finding a job—they are about building confidence, fostering independence, and creating pathways to a more fulfilling future. By combining personalized support with real-world opportunities, BHSSC helps individuals turn their goals into meaningful careers and active participation in their communities.