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Call us at 712-328-2638 |
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Frequently Asked Questions |
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What is VODEC? The Vocational Development Center, also known as VODEC, is a non-profit organization providing vocational, residential and non-vocational day services for people with intellectual and other disabilities which enable them to gain employment and live independently. VODEC was founded in 1968.
What kind of work is done by Consumers at VODEC’s work centers? · Packaging/Re-packaging · Sub-Assembly of parts · Sorting/Collating · Labeling · Newspaper/Mailing Inserts
What accreditations does VODEC have? · We have accreditation from CARF for Community Employment Services and Organizational Employment services. · We are a certified provider of assisted and supported day services by the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services. · We are certified to provide vocational services by the Nebraska Department of Education. · We are approved by the Iowa Department of Human Services to Provide waiver services for persons with mental retardation.
What makes VODEC’s services so high quality? We go through several rigorous accrediting and certification processes to assure the highest level of quality in the services we provide. In addition, we make sure that family members, healthcare professionals and legal guardians of the people we serve are in involved at all levels of agency oversight. VODEC’s dedicated staff places the highest priority on preserving the rights and dignity of those we serve. |
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How can someone access VODEC services? To apply for our services or to tour our facilities and meet our staff, please call (712)-328-2638 and ask for our Service Director.
Who is eligible for services? To be eligible for our programs, an individual must be at least 16 years of age and diagnosed with a disability or other employment barrier. This person also should pose no danger to self or others. Finally, funding for our services must be arranged before a consumer may start at VODEC.
Where is VODEC located? 612 S. Main St Council Bluffs, Iowa 7110 F Street, Omaha, Nebraska 4526 South 140th St Omaha, Nebraska
What Services does VODEC offer? We offer Vocational, Residential and Day Habilitation Services. Click here to visit our Services page.
Are Services tailored to the individual? YES
Are Consumers in work training paid? YES |
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Vocational Development Center is an equal opportunity employer. Applications for services or employment are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, or disability. |
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The 2009 Walk for VODEC |
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We welcome your comments! Call our NEW comment line and leave a message: 712-256-5611 or email us at comments@vodec.org |
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