Citrus
District Resources

Citrus 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

Workforce Connection One-Stop Career Center
(352) 637-2223
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

Workforce Connection Disability Navigator
Ruth Johnson, Ph.D., Disability Program Navigator
(352) 637-2223
Helps people with disabilities navigate the workforce system, facilitates services including the transition of youth with disabilities and serves as a resource for programs impacting people with disabilities

Division of Vocational Rehabilitation - Beverly Hills Unit 10A 
Matthew Smith | matthew.smith@vr.fldoe.org
(352) 746-7787 ext.115
Works with people who have physical or mental disabilities to prepare for, gain, or retain employment and find meaningful careers

Work Incentives Planning and Assistance (WIPA)
Contracted through The Abilities Foundation 
Sharon Willman, Community Work Incentives Coordinator
(866) 538-7370 ext. 365
(866) 831-4559 ext. 238
Works with people with disabilities on Social Security Act benefits, eligibility and planning; work incentives; career development; and job placement