Fort Myers, FL – Calling all super heroes! Students, mentors and businesses are wanted! Join LARC (Lee Association for Remarkable Citizens) for Job-A-Palooza, the ultimate ‘speed-jobbing’ experience! Job-A-Palooza will be held at Crowne Plaza Fort Myers at Bell Tower Shops (13051 Bell Tower Dr., Fort Myers, FL 33907) on August 25 from 10AM to 3PM.
Job-A-Palooza is where students with disabilities from age 14 to 21 can discover their superpowers and meet local employers while peer-mentors assist them in navigating this exciting job fair experience. Students will explore job skill stations from local businesses in industries such as retail, food service, administration, automotive and more. There will be demonstrations, friendly competition activities, awards and so much more.
Join us for this fun and educational day! Space is limited and students must pre-register for the event by visiting www.larcleecounty.org. Through the generous support of the Arc of Florida and Vocational Rehabilitation there is no cost to participate and lunch is included.
Businesses, this is your chance to be a super hero and join other local businesses by providing a work station to help students learn about work opportunities in our community and gain insight into their own potential and be a part of the future workforce. Mentors are also needed. If you would like to be a mentor and help students compete and develop job skills, you could earn a $100 Visa gift card! To register or learn more about Job-A-Palooza, visit www.larcleecounty.org or call Angela at (239) 334-6285 x 229.
“We could not be more excited about Job-A-Palooza,” said Angela Katz Development Director for LARC. “Job-A-Palooza will be a demonstration in action of the potential individuals with disabilities represent for employers and give these students the opportunity to showcase their abilities.”
Job-A-Palooza is just one of the ways LARC helps people enter the workforce. The Employment Services Program offers job seekers guidance throughout the year, and ongoing support for those who are hired. Employment Specialists partner with businesses to discover and help create career opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
“LARC is a training center for success,” said Kevin Lewis, LARC Executive Director. “When individuals receive the training and resources they need, capabilities naturally surface and lives change for the better.”
About LARC:
Since 1954, LARC’s mission is to promote and provide opportunities for people with developmental disabilities to live, work and participate in their communities to the fullest extent their capabilities allow. LARC, Inc. is a 501(c)3 organization that has served thousands of local residents and families since inception, and serves over 300 individuals annually. LARC offers vocational training, community residential services, community based services and an array of other state-of-the-art community inclusion services on a full-time, year-round basis. LARC’s main campus is located at 2570 Hanson Street, Fort Myers, and has a satellite campus in Bonita Springs. LARC also operates two Residential Group Homes located in Cape Coral and North Fort Myers. For more information about LARC, visit www.larcleecounty.org or call 239-334-6285.
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