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The STEPS Program is a summer transition program designed for high school students with vision loss who have employment-based goals in preparation to pursue competitive, integrated employment upon high school graduation.
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Program Overview
The students participate in a variety of Pre-Employment Transition Service activities and experiences that include, but are not limited to team-building, interactive and informative workshops, career exploration, person-centered planning, technology support, independent living skills, and blindness skills. These initiatives are intended to support the development of the following skill sets:
- Work-Based Learning Experiences
- Job Exploration
- Post-Secondary Education Counseling
- Workplace Readiness
- Self-Advocacy
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Services Provided
Since 2006, the STEPS program has evolved every year to stay relevant to the students’ needs and growing needs of the community. STEPS is a full-immersion experience; in-person, on-campus, and in the surrounding community. To assess the students’ skills, students participate in facilitating person-centered activities, team meetings, social gatherings, 1:1 assessments as well as small and large group activities.
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Eligibility Requirements
All high school students must be affiliated with the NJ Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired and be referred by their CBVI Transition Counselor.
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Contact Information
For general questions or for more information please contact your NJCBVI Transition Counselor.