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VR Nevada At Work for Disability Inclusion Our services are provided free of charge.

About VR Nevada
The Nevada Vocational Rehabilitation Division, a bureau of Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation, is “At Work for Disability Inclusion,” connecting employers with qualified employees to help drive business success. How We Can Help Your Business
We’ll meet with you to determine your requirements and desired qualifications, and provide you referral to pre-scree

ned and qualified candidates matched to your specific needs. Our assistance to your business includes soft-skill development, customized employee training strategies, reliable technical assistance, and if needed, an assessment of assistive technology. We provide quality assurance throughout the recruiting process, including comprehensive follow-up. Businesses & Industries Served
We can help you find candidates for full and part-time positions in these industries, and many more: Health Care & Medical Services, Tourism, Gaming & Entertainment, IT - Information Technology, Retail & Customer Service, Manufacturing, and Mining & Materials. Advantages of Employing People with Disabilities Through VR Nevada
Nationwide, many businesses report reduced employee turnover, increased employee loyalty, increased morale and productivity of other employees. Diversity in the workplace can create a more positive company image and may inspire other organizations to follow your lead.

• No-Cost Recruitment and Job Matching Assistance
• Access to On-the-Job Training Funds and Work Opportunity Tax Credits
• Application of Disabled Access Tax Credit and Barrier Removal Tax Deductions
• Partnerships with Internship and Apprenticeships Programs
• Temporary Job Assignment (On-the-Job Training and Work Shadowing)
• Follow Along/Employer and Employee Support for the first 90 days


For more information:
www.vrnevada.org
or call 702.486.5230 or 775.684.4040


To find qualified employees for your business, contact us free of charge. By Phone:

Mat Dorangricchia, Northern District Manager

(775)823-8102

[email protected]



Trina Bourke, Southern District Manager

(702)486-5236

[email protected]


By Email:

Sheena Childers, Statewide Bureau Chief

[email protected]


Mechelle Merrill, Deputy Administrator of Programs

[email protected]

🌟 Next Low Vision Clinic in Reno: March 17-19! 🌟If you or someone you know is living with low vision, don’t miss our nex...
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🌟 Next Low Vision Clinic in Reno: March 17-19! 🌟

If you or someone you know is living with low vision, don’t miss our next monthly clinic! We offer comprehensive assessments to understand how vision impairment impacts daily life and work activities.

👉 What we offer:

- Personalized assessments of vision and functionality
- Low vision aids and visual rehabilitation techniques
- Specialized training to improve visual functioning and independence

📅 When: March 17-19
📍 Where: Reno, NV

Learn more at https://vrnevada.nv.gov/bsbvi/

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Take control of your career today!

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Courtesy of Nevada SILC.

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Rehabilitation

The program assists with every aspect of the process of returning to work, and it provides important insights to individuals who experience work-disrupting health issues.

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Photo Credit: “Martin Luther King, Jr. San Francisco June 30, 1964” by geoconklin2001
is licensed with CC BY-NC-ND 2.0.

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