Martin
District Resources

Martin 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

CareerSource Research Coast- Martin County Career Center
(772) 214-3174
Provides a full array of employment and training related services for job seekers, workers, youth and businesses. May include Vocational Rehabilitation counselors and Veterans Services on-site. The Disability Program Navigator 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.

CareerSource Broward
Melanie Magill, Quality Assurance Analyst and Disability Program Navigator | mmagill@careersourcebroward.com
(954) 202-3830 ext. 3119
Access to job listings and information on One-Stop Career Center services from kiosks in 29 locations and counting throughout Broward County.

Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
Danielle Jones, Supervisor | DanielleJones@vr.fldoe.org
(772) 778-6348
Works with people who have physical or mental disabilities to prepare for, gain, or retain employment and find meaningful careers

Helping People Succeed
gparris@hpsfl.org
(772) 320-0770
Helping People Succeed, Inc. is considered a national model for agencies serving individuals who need special training, education, employment and living arrangements. Helping People Succeed, Inc. helps people succeed by providing unique and valuable services that lead to an improved quality of life and independence through community-based educational and training programs.

Job Corps Centers in Florida  
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

Project DISCOVER
Trent Rager, Ph.D. | ragert@martin.k12.fl.us
(772) 219-1200 ext. 30441
Using a team approach and the Discover Process, this program for students with developmental disabilities supports strategies for students to learn and maintain customized employment

Work Incentives Planning and Assistance (WIPA) 
Contracted through Brevard Achievement Center, Inc.
Don Hendricks | dhendricks@bacbrevard.com
(321) 632-8610
Works with people with disabilities on Social Security Act benefits, eligibility and planning; work incentives; career development; and job placement.