Department of Workforce Development
Secretary's Office
201 E. Washington Avenue
P.O. Box 7946
Madison, WI 53707-7946
Telephone: (608) 266-3131
Fax: (608) 266-1784
Email: [email protected]
MENOMONEE FALLS – Every summer, the Lakeshore Chinooks baseball team looks to fill 50 internship positions and jobs, both full time and part time. With the help of the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development's Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DWD/DVR) and local job coaches, the team fills several such roles with individuals with disabilities.
"Whatever the job is, they take it seriously and make the most of it as they love coming to work, interacting with coworkers and getting to know the players and coaches," General Manager Eric Snodgrass said. "They have a great attitude and outlook on life and enjoy being part of time as much as we enjoy creating opportunities for them to help the organization."
Because of its diverse and inclusive hiring practices that welcome individuals with disabilities into its workforce, the Lakeshore Chinooks were recognized as an Exemplary Employer by DVR during a recent award presentation at the team's headquarters.
"Lakeshore Chinooks are making a difference in Menomonee Falls and serve as a great example of how local employers can meet their workforce needs while having a positive impact not only on their employees, but on their communities as well," DWD Secretary Amy Pechacek said. "They demonstrate that hiring people with disabilities is...
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