Union
District Resources

Union County resources related to the transition of students with disabilities are provided in multiple categories in the box to the right. Some resources may be included in more than one category.

Employment Program Resources

Division of Vocational Rehabilitation - Unit 07A
Kasandra Knopp, Supervisor | Kasandra.Knopp@vr.fldoe.org 
(386) 754-1675 
1389 Hwy 90 West, Suite 105, Lake City, FL 32055-6130 
Works with people who have physical or mental disabilities to prepare for, gain, or retain employment and find meaningful careers

CareerSource - Florida Crown
Lake City
(386) 755-9026
1389 U.S. Highway 90 West, Suite 170, Lake City, FL 32055
Old Town
(352) 542-0330
25811 SE Highway 19, Old Town, Fl 32680
Provides a full array of employment and training related services for job seekers, workers, youth and businesses. May include Disability Program Navigators, Vocational Rehabilitation counselors and Veterans Services on-site

Job Corps Centers 
Jacksonville
(904) 360-8200 
4811 Payne Stewart Dr, Jacksonville, FL, 32209
Gainesville
(352) 377-2555
5301 NE 40th Terrace, Gainesville, FL 32609
Provide comprehensive residential education and job training for youth ages 16 through 24; the upper age limit may be waived for applicants with disabilities. Training accommodations are available. Students are usually matched with programs in their interest areas and near their residences

Work Incentives Planning & Assistance (WIPA)  
Information available through the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation  
Works with people with disabilities on Social Security Act benefits, eligibility and planning, work incentives, career development and job placement