named programs · 11 · from sources
What they call their work
Ambition In Motion (AIM) Program
Day habilitation program focusing on community engagement and skill-building for individuals not yet ready for supported employment
Community Prevoc
Prevocational services offering general training to build skills and overcome barriers to employment
Employment Training Program (ETP)
Internship program with wage support from OPWDD, leading to permanent employment; includes job readiness classes and coaching
Jobs for Seniors
Free job placement and support services for residents aged 55+ in Westchester, Putnam, and Dutchess Counties
On Course for College
Supports students 18+ with documented disabilities in navigating college admissions, financial aid, course selection, and campus resources
Pathway to Employment
Person-centered planning service for career exploration and work-readiness assessment
School-to-Work Transition Program
Partners with school districts to provide life skills training, internships, and job coaching for high school juniors and seniors with disabilities
Site-Based Internship Program
Provides students with disabilities hands-on work experience at community sites in fields such as food service, office skills, and recreation
Supported Employment Program
One-on-one services including job preparation, creative job placement, on-the-job training, and ongoing support tailored to individual needs
Ticket To Work (TTW)
Employment support program in partnership with the Social Security Administration for individuals aiming to become self-supporting
Workforce Readiness & Financial Education Job Club
Group-based classroom instruction in resume writing, interview skills, and job search strategies for individuals with disabilities
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Workforce Readiness Training 2 activities
- Employment Support Services for Seniors Aged 55+Offers free workforce readiness training, resume development, job search assistance, and interview preparation for seniors aged 55+ in Westchester, Putnam, and Dutchess Counties, NY, through the Jobs for Senior Program.
- Workforce Placement Partnership with PepsiCoRecruits, trains, and places individuals as laundry attendants in PepsiCo’s on-site Health Enhancement Program, providing targeted job placement and training opportunities.
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Supported Employment for Developmental Disabilities 2 activities
- Employment Training and Placement for Individuals with DisabilitiesProvides free workforce readiness training, job placement, on-the-job training, and long-term ongoing support to help individuals with disabilities secure and retain employment in Westchester, Putnam, and Dutchess Counties, NY. Services include one-on-one job preparation, resume writing, interview coaching, job coaching, and in-depth assessments of skills and employment goals.
- High School Transition and Internship Program for Students with DisabilitiesContracts with school districts to provide life skills instruction, internships at local employers, and job coaching for high school students with disabilities to improve post-graduation employment outcomes. Includes paid internships through the Employment Training Program (ETP) funded by OPWDD.
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Day Habilitation Services 1 activity
- Ambition In Motion (AIM) Day Habilitation ProgramOperates a community-based day habilitation program that helps individuals with disabilities develop independent living and employment skills through volunteer work, community engagement, and skill-building activities, with support for transitioning to paid employment.
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Inclusive Social & Recreational Events 1 activity
- Community Inclusion Activities for Individuals with DisabilitiesCoordinates inclusive recreational activities such as soccer games for youth with disabilities and teaches adaptive fitness classes like Zumba for individuals with special needs to promote community engagement and social development.
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College Access and Success Support 1 activity
- On Course for College ProgramProvides comprehensive support to students aged 18+ with documented disabilities entering college, including assistance with admissions, financial aid, registration, course selection, academic accommodations, and social-emotional skill development.
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Disability Rights Advocacy & Self-Advocacy Empowerment 1 activity
- Public Education and Advocacy for Disability EmploymentEngages in public education and advocacy efforts to promote employment opportunities and inclusion for individuals with disabilities.
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Discount Retail for Reuse 1 activity
- Thrift Boutique Operations and Job Skills TrainingOperates a thrift boutique in Carmel, NY, which provides hands-on job skills training and work try-outs in retail for clients, including sorting, tagging, customer service, and cash register operation, while using proceeds to fund job training and placement programs.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.53M
Contributions & grants$567K37%
Program service revenue$940K61%
Investment income$24K2%
Other revenue$3K
expenses
Total expenses$1.48M
Program expenses85%
Admin / overhead13%
Fundraising2%
Salaries & benefits$1.14M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$989K
Cash$78K
Investments$467K
Liabilities$341K
Net assets$648K
Liquid reserves4.4 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +8.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHRISTINA CORNISH-LAURIA | EXECUTIVE DI | 40 | $177K |
board members · 7
- ALEXANDER HART — TREASURER
- ALISON K MORRIS — BOARD MEMBER
- ARTHUR AMLER — BOARD MEMBER
- ERIK MARTIN — SECRETARY
- KENNETH GULMI — BOARD MEMBER
- LAUREN ENEA ESQ — PRESIDENT
- MELISSA STRAUSS — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 48
Who they work with
- ACCES-VR Government — Refers students to the On Course for College program.
- ACCES-VR Partner — Refers students to the On Course for College program, indicating a collaborative partnership in supporting college-bound individuals with disabilities.
- Adobe Partner — Contributing sponsor of the CAREERS 2024 Anniversary Celebration
- Adult Career and Continuing Education Services – Vocational Rehabilitation Government — State funding source for CAREERS' services.
- Cuddy Law Firm Partner — Employer of board member Alison Morris, who practices special education advocacy and litigation
- Curry Auto Partner — Supporting sponsor of the 2025 Annual Anniversary Celebration.
- Curry Auto Partner — Supporting sponsor of the CAREERS 2024 Anniversary Celebration
- Enea, Scanlan, Sirignano Law Firm Partner — Major sponsor of the 2025 Annual Anniversary Celebration.
- Enea, Scanlon & Sirigno, LLP Partner — Major sponsor of the CAREERS 2024 Anniversary Celebration
- Examiner Media Group Partner — Employer of board member Kenneth A. Gulmi, who serves as Advertising Account Executive
- Hart Vida & Partners Partner — Contributing sponsor of the 2025 Annual Anniversary Celebration.
- Hart, Vida & Partners Partner — Contributing sponsor of the CAREERS 2024 Anniversary Celebration
- James Quinn Painting Partner — Contributing sponsor of the CAREERS 2024 Anniversary Celebration
- James Quinn Painting Partner — Supporting sponsor of the 2025 Annual Anniversary Celebration.
- KTS Pooled Trust Partner — Supreme sponsor of the CAREERS 2024 Anniversary Celebration
- KTS Trust Partner — Supreme sponsor of the 2025 Annual Anniversary Celebration.
- Kitson Law Partner — Contributing sponsor of the 2025 Annual Anniversary Celebration.
- Kitson Law Firm Partner — Contributing sponsor of the CAREERS 2024 Anniversary Celebration
- LEXCO Realty Partner — Contributing sponsor of the 2025 Annual Anniversary Celebration.
- LEXCO Wealth Management Partner — Contributing sponsor of the CAREERS 2024 Anniversary Celebration
- Louise and Ardé Bulova Fund Funder — Provides financial support to CAREERS as a donor organization.
- NY State Office of Mental Health Government — State funding source for CAREERS' services.
- New York State Bar Association Partner — Professional association in which multiple board members hold leadership roles, including Lauren Enea and Alison Morris
- NewYork-Presbyterian Hudson Valley Hospital Partner — Contributing sponsor of the 2025 Annual Anniversary Celebration.
- NewYork-Presbyterian Hudson Valley Hospital Partner — Contributing sponsor of the CAREERS 2024 Anniversary Celebration
- OPWDD Government — Funds participant wages in the Employment Training Program and supports the AIM program.
- Office for People with Developmental Disabilities Government — State funding source for CAREERS' services.
- OpenGate, Inc. Partner — Contributing sponsor of the 2025 Annual Anniversary Celebration.
- Opengate, Inc. Partner — CAREERS joined Opengate, Inc., another nonprofit serving people with disabilities, while maintaining all programs and staff under the new affiliation.
- Opengate, Inc. Partner — Merged with CAREERS Support Solutions effective December 1, 2025, to form a unified organization providing expanded vocational, residential, and therapeutic services for people with disabilities.
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strategies · 4
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Dual-Support Employer Integration Strategymethodology: employer_integration_modelBy simultaneously supporting employees with disabilities through coaching and advocating for inclusive workplace practices while educating employers on disability inclusion, this model enhances job retention because it aligns employee needs with employer capacity, fostering mutual sustainability.
- Individualized Supported Employmentmethodology: supported_employmentBy providing one-on-one, personalized job coaching and long-term on-the-job support tailored to each individual's abilities and needs, this model increases job placement and sustained employment for people with disabilities because it addresses personal barriers and ensures ongoing adaptation in the workplace.
- Person-Centered Holistic Support Modelmethodology: person-centered_planningBy addressing non-employment barriers such as transportation, medical needs, and benefits coordination alongside job support, this approach improves long-term employment outcomes because it removes systemic obstacles that disproportionately affect individuals with disabilities or low socioeconomic status.
- Work Try-Out Skill Development Modelmethodology: work_try_outBy offering real-world, retail-based work try-out opportunities, clients with disabilities can explore career interests and build skills in authentic settings, which increases future employment success because experiential learning builds confidence, competence, and informed career decision-making.