Workforce Solutions with Purpose
We create meaningful employment connections that elevate individuals and transform workplaces.
Since 1992, EO Supported Employment another division of Employers Overload has been a trusted leader in connecting participants with developmental disabilities to meaningful employment opportunities across Washington and Oregon. As a proud and purposeful extension of our organization, this division embodies our unwavering commitment to building inclusive, diverse, and empowered workplaces.
We partner with local businesses to place dependable, motivated, and capable individuals who are eager to contribute and grow. As these employees consistently bring strong work ethics, unique perspectives, and a positive impact on team morale and company culture.
What sets Employers Overload Supported Employment apart is our personalized, hands-on support. Through ongoing job coaching, tailored training, and retention services, we ensure that both the employer and employee are equipped for long-term success. From the initial placement through sustained employment, our team remains actively involved, providing consistent communication, feedback, and assistance.
Why Partner with EO Supported Employment?
Inclusive Hiring Made Easy: We guide you through the process with minimal disruption and maximum benefit.
Proven Retention & Reliability: Our employees often demonstrate higher loyalty and job satisfaction.
Dedicated Job Coaches: We offer on-site and remote coaching to support performance and growth.
Customized Matches: We take time to understand your business needs and align you with the right candidates.
Community Impact: Your company becomes part of a larger mission, supporting equity, inclusion, and opportunity.
This is more than a supported employment staffing solution, it's a partnership that transforms workplaces, strengthens communities, and proves that when businesses invest in inclusive hiring, and everyone wins.
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The Benefits to Your Business
Why Partner with Employers Overload Supported Employment?
We are deeply committed to connecting businesses throughout Southwest Washington with dependable, skilled, and highly motivated employees. While employment opens doors to independence and purpose for individuals with developmental disabilities, the benefits to you, the employer, are just as profound.
Our candidates consistently demonstrate:
Exceptional Reliability – Many of our placements are known for their consistent attendance, punctuality, and attention to detail.
Strong Work Ethic – Motivated to succeed and eager to contribute, our candidates bring enthusiasm and pride to their roles.
Positive Impact on Workplace Culture – Their presence often fosters stronger team cohesion, boosts morale, and brings a renewed sense of purpose to coworkers.
Increased Retention – Supported employees tend to stay in their roles longer, reducing turnover and the costs associated with frequent rehiring.
Enhanced Diversity and Inclusion – Hiring through supported employment helps you meet DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) goals while building a more representative and inclusive workforce.
Ongoing Job Coaching and Support – Our dedicated employment specialists provide hands-on assistance throughout onboarding and beyond, ensuring a smooth integration into your team and long-term success for all parties involved.
When you partner with Employers Overload Supported Employment, you're not just filling a position, you’re investing in a proven, sustainable staffing model that brings measurable value to your business and strengthens our community.
Together, we can redefine what it means to build a successful workforce, one inclusive hire at a time.
Our Process
Dependability
Employers Overload matches the right person to meet your business need can result in increased productivity, cost effective job specialization, reduced turnover, and greater attendance.
Training and Support
An EO supported employment specialist will work directly with your team and the individual employee to help ensure a successful relationship.
Tax Credits
In many instances, Work Opportunity tax credits are available as a result of employing individuals with developmental disabilities.
Diversification
Educating your current team and diversifying your workforce to integrate an employee with developmental disabilities into your organization results in workforce and customer benefits.
Our Process
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We believe accessibility and flexibility are key to successful recruitment and long-term employment outcomes. That’s why we go beyond the traditional office model.
We operate from convenient office locations across Southwest Washington and Oregon, and we’ve expanded our reach through community-based services ensuring we meet individuals where they are. This approach allows us to connect with a diverse pool of job seekers, including those who may face transportation or access barriers.
Through our innovative mobile employment model, we’re able to complete the entire hiring and onboarding process at remote locations, from initial assessments and interviews to training and job placement. This streamlined approach reduces time-to-hire and increases candidate engagement, allowing us to quickly connect our employer partners with qualified, motivated individuals who are ready to work.
Whether on-site, in the community, or fully remote, our adaptive employment process ensures employers get the talent they need while supporting inclusive hiring practices that work for everyone.
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We understand that your time is valuable and so are the people we serve. That’s why we’ve built a process that is both respectful and efficient, designed to meet the needs of employers, candidates, and employees alike.
We take the time to thoroughly understand each candidate’s background, skills, and preferences, ensuring every placement is thoughtful, intentional, and aligned with your business needs. Our goal is to provide the right fit the first time, saving you time while delivering meaningful results.
What truly sets us apart is our people first approach. We genuinely care about the success and well-being of our candidates, employees, and the employers we serve. That care is reflected in every step of our process from initial consultation through long-term support.
When you work with EO Supported Employment, you can trust that we’ll deliver a seamless experience grounded in professionalism, compassion, and efficiency because creating successful partnerships begins with mutual respect.
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We proudly partner with businesses that share our commitment to inclusion, workplace safety, and employee well-being. We work closely with employers who are dedicated to creating supportive, respectful, and accessible work environments where individuals with developmental disabilities can thrive.
Our team carefully evaluates each candidate’s background, interests, and skills, including past work experience, training, and support needs to ensure a safe and successful match for your workplace. We emphasize safety and productivity by aligning job responsibilities with each individual’s strengths, and by providing ongoing job coaching to reinforce quality performance and safe work habits.
We believe that a great job match benefits everyone with employers gains a reliable and motivated team members, and employees gain meaningful opportunities in environments that value their contributions.
If you're ready to build a more inclusive workforce and gain skilled, dependable employees who are ready to contribute, EO Supported Employment is here to support your hiring success, every step of the way.
FAQs Supported Employment
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What is Supported Employment?
Supported Employment is a customized employment service that connects individuals with developmental disabilities to meaningful jobs within the community. It includes ongoing support and job coaching to ensure successful integration and long-term success for both the employee and the employer.
What are the benefits to my business?
Employers gain reliable, motivated employees who often have above-average retention rates. Supported Employment also enhances workplace morale, promotes diversity and inclusion, and contributes positively to your business’s community image. Ongoing support from EO staff ensures smooth onboarding and continued success.
Will my business receive support after hiring someone through Supported Employment?
Yes. One of the core benefits of Supported Employment is ongoing job coaching and retention support. EO Supported Employment provides an employment specialist who offers on-site or remote assistance, helping both you and the employee navigate challenges and maintain high performance.
Does this cost my business anything?
There is no additional cost to the employer for the support services provided. Funding for job coaching and retention is typically covered through state programs such as the Department of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) and Developmental Disabilities Community Services (DDCS). You simply provide a competitive wage and a welcoming work environment.
How long will job coaching support be provided?
Support is individualized and may range from a few weeks to long-term assistance, depending on the needs of the employee and employer. As the employee becomes more independent, support typically decreases, but EO remains available as a resource when needed.
How do I get started with EO Supported Employment?
Simply reach out to our team via our contact page or call us directly. We’ll schedule a consultation to learn about your business, identify potential job roles, and begin the process of matching you with a qualified, enthusiastic candidate.
