Ticket To Work
Ticket To Work is a free program funded by the federal government that provides those eligible with a pathway to employment, whether it be their first job or a senior executive positions. With a wide range of available services, from job leads to career counseling, we can offer a customized program that fits your individual needs.
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What is Ticket To Work?
The Ticket to Work and Self Sufficiency Program is a federally funded supported employment program designed to provide Social Security Disability beneficiaries the choices, opportunities and support they need to enter the workforce and maintain employment with the goal of becoming economically self-supporting over time.
Services Offered
We provide a range of high quality, individualized supported employment services designed to meet your specific needs and unique employment goals.
Services include:
- Career Counseling
- Resume and cover Letter Development
- Job Developing Strategies and Job Leads
- Networking Opportunities
- Interviewing Skill Building
- Disclosure Strategies
- Accommodations
- Job Coaching
- Income reporting
- Benefit and work Incentives Counseling
- Ongoing support, encouragement and positivity
Who is Eligible?
You must be receiving SSI or SSDI monthly cash benefit, be between the ages of 18 and 64 with a long term goal of transitioning off cash benefits in favor of income from working. Because we provide Virtual services, you will also need a reliable computer and internet service.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the goal of the Ticket Program?
The ultimate goal of the Ticket to Work Program is to assist people receiving Social Security disability benefits in reducing their reliance on disability benefits. The Ticket Program also seeks to promote increased self-sufficiency and greater independence for people receiving Social Security disability benefits through work.
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Do I need to pay anything to participate in the Ticket Program?
No. The Ticket Program is free (and voluntary) for people receiving Social Security disability benefits. The Ticket Program allows you to receive vocational services and supports at no cost to you to help you obtain employment and work towards greater independence and increased self-sufficiency. Social Security pays the Employment Network you chose to work with when you achieve certain milestones and outcomes associated with work and earnings.
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Will I lose my Social Security benefits when I participate in the Ticket Program?
You will continue to receive your benefits until you begin earning wages or self-employment income above the applicable earnings limit for the Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance program. In addition, Social Security cannot perform a medical "Continuing Disability Review" to determine whether you continue to have a disability while you are participating in the Ticket Program, including receiving services from the State Vocational Rehabilitation agency, and progressing towards your employment goal.
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What are Work Incentives?
Work Incentives are disability program rules that allow you to reduce your countable income so that you can continue to receive a cash benefit while you explore work or look for a job that is right for you. Examples of such Work Incentives include the extension of Medicare and Medicaid coverage while working, Impairment-Related Work Expenses, and Plans for Achieving Self-Support. In addition, if your work attempt is unsuccessful, Social Security has made it easy for you to get back on benefits when and if needed.
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Is there someone who can help me with benefits counseling and understanding my options?
Yes, we have Certified Work Incentive Practitioners on staff who are extremely knowledgeable and can help you develop a plan toward transitioning out of receiving benefits and poverty into rewarding, high paying careers.
Why Choose ability beyond
Our individualized supports and progressive employment models have resulted in hundreds of successful job placements. We look forward to helping you find a great job, regardless of whether you are seeking a Senior Executive level position or need assistance landing your first job.
