Celebrating Diversity
A collaboration of the Bedford County Chamber of Commerce, local businesses and supported employment agencies
Bedford County Community Connections is committed to promoting the hiring of people with disabilities. The organization is proud to be a catalyst in the community employment of people with disabilities, connecting resources and promoting a rewarding work experience in an inclusive setting, in which all perspectives are valued and every individual has the opportunity to succeed. Please be assured that this tremendous workforce adds value to your business in many ways.
Come explore the possibilities with us!
Contact the Chamber regarding financial incentives,
accommodation resources and other benefits for business that
hire and retain employees with disabilities.
What You Can Do...
AHEDD - 1-866-288-5159
Bedford County Transition Council for Students: 814-623-2760
CareerLink: 814-623-6107
Cornerstone Vocational Resource Center: 814-623-9026
Experience Works 'Workers over 55': 814-886-2821
Goodwill: 814-949-9395
OVR: 814-946-7240
Skills of Central PA: 814-044-4519
T.A.S.K.: 814-766-3941 (Owned by Lisa Phipps)
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Offer your site for assessing skills and aptitude
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Provide site tours to education others about your industry/company
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Mentor other businesses about recruitment of people with disabilities
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Share your success and incentives for developing an inclusive workplace
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Organize a Disability Awareness training session for your company
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Support CAB in its efforts to provide education & support in the community
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Explore the free business services provided by the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR)
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Post your job openings with OVR & other local service organizations
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Increase your knowledge through participation in the PA Business Leadership Network's Tuesday Talks (monthly phone conferences that are free to businesses)
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Give your business perspective and guidance at CAB meetings
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Get involved in the REACH Retreat-a-joint project of Whispering Creek Retreat Center and the Community Connections committee-bringing the business community, agencies and individuals with disabilities together in an inclusive, active based learning experience held each September.
