FAQ’s about Seeking Employment  

Who is eligible for JOBS+?

Individuals must have a disabling condition.

Persons eligible for vocational rehabilitation services include

• persons who have a physical or mental impairment;
• persons whose impairment constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment;
• persons who can benefit in terms of an employment outcome from the provision of vocational rehabilitation services and
• persons who require services to help prepare for gainful employment

 How am I found eligible?

 JOBS+ does not determine your eligibility.   We can provide some assistance as to whether or not it is likely you would qualify.   The Office of Vocational Rehabilitation is the state agency that determines eligibility for services.   Vocational Rehabilitation is a State-Federal partnership program established in 1920 and has evolved into an employment program which serves any eligible Hoosier with a disability who wants to find or return to work.

You can find your local Office of Vocational Rehabilitation by calling:

Jasper Office, 812-482-4648    Toll Free 1-877-847-9896

Evansville Office 812- 425-1367 Toll Free 1-877-715-5299

How can I choose JOBS+ as my employment provider?

If Vocational Rehabilitation finds you eligible, you will be able to choose from more than one provider. Providers will meet with you to explain their services.   If you pick JOBS+, Vocational Rehabilitation will let us know.   We will then contact you to get started.

What kind of job will I get?

That depends on what type of job you want. JOBS+ will help you make a list of what you want and need in a job. We then use this list to look for the right job for you.

How long will it take me to get a job?  

On the average it takes JOBS+ 3 months to get someone placed in a job, after we get the referral from Vocational Rehabilitation.   This is an average, some individuals are placed much sooner and others take a little longer depending on their individual job requirements.

What is JOBS+ Service?

JOBS+ offers specialized assistance and training to get and keep a job.

 Will potential employers know that I have a disability?

 Your privacy is a top priority with JOBS+.   Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, potential employers cannot ask questions regarding your disability.   They are allowed to ask whether you can perform the duties of the position.

 How will JOBS+ help me find the right job?

 If you haven’t worked a lot, it may be part of your plan to try different jobs.   We will talk with you about what you like and what you are good at.    We will develop a customized plan for your job search!

What kind of help will JOBS+ give me to find a job?

 We will help you as much or as little as you like.   It can be as simple as giving you job leads only.   Additional assistance could be to help you complete your resume and job applications, link you to businesses, help with interviews, and talk to employers about hiring you.   We work with you to decide how much help you want.

Will JOBS+ help me learn my job?  

 We will help you with orientation and training on your new job.

What if I don’t need help on my job, but I just need help finding a job?  

 Then we will help you only with getting the job.   We will check with you at home or meet with you at the office to talk about how the job is going.   We do not need to come to your worksite.

What help will JOBS+ give me to keep my job?

 We can help you learn your job in the beginning.   We will continue to check with you and your employer to see if everything is going well.   We can come back on the job to help you learn a new task or job.   We will also help you if you have a problem with someone you work with.  

Why do I want to use JOBS+?

JOBS+ has a placement retention rate of 75%.   We have excellent customer satisfaction ratings and many years of experience in the job placement industry.   You will have a better chance of getting a job that is right for you and one at which you will stay.

What geographic area do you cover?

Currently we work in Dubois, Crawford, Perry, Spencer, Warrick and Vanderburgh counties.

Will I have to pay anything for JOBS+ services?

For individuals found eligible due to a disabling condition funding is available through the State Office of Vocational Rehabilitation.    Long-term support is funded through the Division of Disability and Rehabilitative Services.

Do you provide transportation to my job?  

We can help you find transportation to your job, but SIRS does not provide it.  

What is SIRS customer satisfaction rating?

According to surveys returned, 100% of the people that use JOBS+ are satisfied with our services.

How can I contact JOBS+ for more information?

You may contact a Team Leader at one of the following numbers: