Employment Services for People with Disabilities

The core purpose of ECVC is to help people with disabilities enjoy a higher quality of life through meaningful employment. It’s more than our mission — it’s at the heart of everything we do. Since 1965, we’ve helped thousands of individuals find jobs that align with their skills, interests, and strengths.

ECVC provides employment services for people with disabilities at no cost to the employer, including on-site job training and follow-up support for up to 90 days after placement. Our process is simple: evaluate each individual’s strengths and match them with roles where they can succeed and grow.

What sets ECVC apart is our ongoing one-on-one support for both employers and employees, ensuring long-term success in every placement.

Note: ECVC’s placement and training services are free. Once a candidate is placed, the employer becomes responsible for paying the employee’s wages.

Employment Services for Employers

Looking for dedicated, reliable employees? ECVC connects businesses with motivated individuals who are ready to work. We collaborate with your team to match qualified candidates to open roles and provide:

• On-site job training

• One-on-one job coaching

• Follow-up support for up to 90 days after placement

Learn more about hiring your next great employee through ECVC’s disability employment services, as well as possible tax incentives and credits.

Pre-Employment Services for Students (Ages 14–21)

Our Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) program is available at J.H. Rose, North Pitt High School, and Pitt Academy. Pre-ETS provides:

• Career awareness and workplace readiness training

• Job exploration and hands-on experiences

• Self-advocacy support and paid internships

These services help students with disabilities prepare for employment or further education after high school.
👉 Learn more about Pre-ETS

For Job Seekers

At ECVC, we want to help you find a job that fits your abilities and goals. Whether you’re new to the workforce or returning, we’ll work with you every step of the way. Our team offers:

• Individualized vocational planning

• Job search assistance

• Placement in roles that match your strengths

• Ongoing support after you’re hired

Ready to get started? Learn more about finding a meaningful job through ECVC.

For Referral Partners

For over five decades, ECVC has partnered with organizations across Eastern North Carolina to help people with disabilities achieve their employment goals. If you refer individuals to ECVC, you can count on:

• Personalized support for each job seeker

• Proven success in competitive job placements

• Strong communication with all parties involved

Find out how to refer someone to ECVC’s employment services.

Learn more about the North Carolina Division of Employment and Independence for People with Disabilities (EIPD) and how they help individuals with disabilities prepare for, find, and maintain employment.

ECVC Employment Programs

Vocational Evaluation

A four-week program designed to assess employment potential using work samples, situational assessments, and skills testing.

Supported Employment

A long-term support program for individuals with significant disabilities, helping them maintain employment in community settings outside ECVC.

Work Adjustment & Job Coaching

Short-term, one-on-one instruction in job skills provided at local job sites. This support usually lasts less than two months and is tailored to the individual’s needs.

Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS)

Targeted career readiness training for high school students with disabilities. Services include workplace training, internships, and skill development.

Adult Developmental & Vocational Program (ADVP)

Designed for individuals with significant limitations in four or more life areas due to intellectual, physical, or neurological disabilities.

Ready to Learn More?

📞 Call us at (252) 758-4188
📩 Email [email protected]
📍 Visit our Contact Us page to connect with our team.