QRT Coordinator, Community Connections Watch Shane Bell Success Story Video Shane Bell’s career in emergency medical services was cut short due to debilitating back problems. He has degenerative disc disease and was born with deformity in one ankle, which led to chronic pain and impaired mobility. His health struggles also led to a dependence on…
Transportation Worker, WV Division of Highways Watch Tyler Ewaskey Success Story Video Tyler Ewaskey spends his days helping to improve West Virginia’s roads. He credits the West Virginia Division of Rehabilitation Services with helping him improve at school and succeed at his job with the West Virginia Division of Highways. “He loves his job. He’s…
Asplundh Recognized with Employer Award for Outstanding Commitment to Opportunity and Workforce Inclusion Pictured Left to Right: Quincy Thomas, Asplundh and Randall Coleman, Employment Specialist District IV &V WVDRS The West Virginia Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) is proud to honor Asplundh as an Employer Award recipient for their dedication to providing meaningful employment opportunities…
Pictured left to right: Katlyn Graski and Julie Young, Rehabilitation Counselors in the DRS Wheeling Office, Jentry Shultz, Manager of Riesbeck’s of Elm Grove, and Jennifer Surface, DRS Employment Specialist. The West Virginia Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) has recognized Riesbeck’s Food Market of Elm Grove as a Distinguished Employer. DRS presented the award to store manager Jentry Shultz in…
Left to Right Amanda Jeffreys – Recruitment Specialist, Mon Health, Guy Stewart- Talent Acquisition Recruiting Specialist, Mon Health, Jamie Childers- Employment Specialist District II WVDRS Mon Health Medical Center has long been recognized as a leader in healthcare excellence, but its commitment extends far beyond patient care. Through a strong partnership with the West Virginia…
Pictured Left to Right are Jenny Keener, Volunteer Media Communications Outreach Coordinator, Mike Lamb, Employment Specialist, District 1, Scott Jarrett, Executive Director and Katrina Stuart, Branch office Manager, Charleston. The West Virginia Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) is proud to honor Heart+Hand Outreach Ministries as an Employer Award recipient for their outstanding dedication to both…
A growing partnership between HQ Aero Management and the West Virginia Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) is creating new career pathways in the aviation industry for individuals with disabilities. By combining HQ Aero’s global reach in aviation staffing with DRS’s expertise in vocational rehabilitation, the collaboration is helping West Virginians overcome barriers to employment and…
The West Virginia Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) recognized Mane Street Studio in Keyser as an exemplary employer and partner as part of National Disability Employment Awareness Month in October 2024. DRS recognized Mane Street Studio for demonstrating excellence in its diverse hiring practices by creating an inclusive workplace and for its positive contributions within…
The West Virginia Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) recognized Keyser Auto Service Center in Keyser as an exemplary employer and partner as part of National Disability Employment Awareness Month in October 2024. DRS recognized Keyser Auto Service Center for demonstrating excellence in its diverse hiring practices by creating an inclusive workplace and for its positive…
The West Virginia Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) recognized Goodwill Industries of KYOWVA Area, Inc. in Huntington as a diversity trailblazer employer and partner as part of National Disability Employment Awareness Month in October 2024. DRS recognized Goodwill Industries for demonstrating ongoing leadership in promoting diversity, equity and inclusion in its hiring practices and workplace…