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Assessment
We begin by learning more about the individual through structured assessments that help identify strengths, interests, learning styles, and potential career directions.
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2. Align Lab Program
Align Lab helps individuals build direction after foundational readiness has been established through Launch Pad or other support systems.
Using structured assessments, guided exploration, and practical planning, we help participants better understand their strengths, interests, support needs, and possible career paths. The goal is to turn uncertainty into a clearer understanding of what types of work and future opportunities may be the right fit.
Rather than creating generic plans, Align Lab focuses on building realistic direction that can connect to employment, continued growth, and long-term independence.
Who We Serve
● SDP participants
● Regional Center clients
● Individuals preparing for employment-focused pathways
● Families seeking clarity and direction
● Participants transitioning from foundational readiness support
Why We Do It
Without direction, it’s difficult to build meaningful momentum.
Many individuals and families have support available but still struggle to understand what types of work, services, or future opportunities may realistically fit their strengths and goals. Align Lab helps create clarity, structure, and a more connected path forward.
Why We’re Different
● We combine assessments with real-world exploration
● We focus on realistic employment direction—not generic planning
● We help connect SDP support to employment-focused pathways including DOR
● We create plans built around the individual—not one-size-fits-all systems
● We turn uncertainty into clear next steps
Services
Career Assessment Suite (TABE, Raven’s, COPES, Interest Profiler)
Structured assessments designed to better understand strengths, interests, learning style, readiness, and potential career paths. These tools help create a clearer picture of where someone is today and what types of work environments and opportunities may be the best fit moving forward.
Final Product:
Career Profile Report
Person-Centered Career Planning
A collaborative planning process focused on the individual’s goals, interests, support needs, and long-term vision for work and independence. We help break overwhelming ideas into realistic next steps and build a plan that feels clear, achievable, and personalized.
Final Product:
Career Plan Document
Service Alignment & Facilitation
Support coordinating services, communication, and planning between individuals, families, coordinators, and support systems. We help ensure everyone is aligned around goals, responsibilities, and next steps while keeping the process organized and easier to navigate.
Final Product:
Service Plan + Meeting Summaries
Work Exploration
Guided exploration of different industries, roles, environments, and career interests through research, discussion, observation, and real-world exposure. This process helps individuals better understand what types of work feel motivating, realistic, and aligned with their strengths.
Final Product:
Exploration Report
How does the process work?
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Exploration
Together, we explore different types of work, industries, and environments to better understand what feels motivating, realistic, and aligned with long-term goals.
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Career Mapping
Using insights gathered through assessments and exploration, we begin building a clearer vision for possible career paths and next steps.
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Plan Creation
We create a personalized plan designed around the individual’s goals, support needs, and readiness level—turning ideas into a more structured direction forward.
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Service Alignment
We help align available services, supports, and communication between families, coordinators, and providers to create a more connected and organized process.
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Real Progress
When someone is ready for employment-focused support, they transition into Works Studio for job readiness, placement, coaching, and ongoing employment support.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Align Lab designed for?
Align Lab is designed for individuals who are ready to begin exploring career direction, employment pathways, and long-term goals. It’s often a good fit for SDP participants, Regional Center clients, and individuals transitioning from foundational readiness programs like Launch Pad.
What is the purpose of the assessments?
The assessments help identify strengths, interests, learning styles, workplace preferences, and potential career paths. They provide structure and insight that help guide planning, exploration, and future employment decisions.
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Does Align Lab help with employment directly?
Align Lab focuses on career direction, planning, and exploration rather than direct job placement. Once participants are ready for employment-focused support, they can transition into Works Studio for job readiness, placement, coaching, and retention support.
Can families and support coordinators be involved?
Yes. Families, coordinators, and support teams are encouraged to participate throughout the process. Collaboration helps create stronger alignment around goals, support needs, and next steps.
What happens after Align Lab is completed?
Participants leave Align Lab with a clearer understanding of their strengths, interests, goals, and possible career paths. Many individuals transition into Works Studio to begin employment-focused support and job development.