Join Us in Supporting BeeMe Connection's Hive

First, open Bee Party! This initiative  will hire and assist functional individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health challenges as well as typical youths needing vocational skills development, in providing meaningful employment opportunities. Additionally, the project aims to educate employers on fostering a workplace environment that is diverse, inclusive, and supportive for all individuals, regardless of their background or abilities. This is a commendable goal, as promoting diversity and inclusivity in the workplace is essential for creating a positive and supportive atmosphere for all employees.

The power of the employer colony recognizes the significance of cultural competence and inclusivity in today's interconnected and diverse world. Often, individuals with disabilities and those struggling with mental health are overlooked or marginalized in various workplaces, hindering their access to training and development opportunities. Our mission is to bridge this gap and empower organizations to integrate competency and diversity into their training programs. Through our initiatives, we collaborate with companies to design comprehensive strategies that ensure all employees, including those with disabilities, have equal access to training and development resources and can thrive in a supportive environment. By fostering a workplace culture that celebrates diversity and supports every individual's growth, we aim to create thriving and inclusive employer colonies that positively impact both employees and the organizations. 

At BeeMe, we believe every person has employable skills, and through proper job matching, our Worker bees are better equipped to achieve new levels of independence. Both adults and adolescents participate in a wide range of programs that cater to their individual needs, fostering their growth and development. Our staffing services offer personalized support, job coaching, and development activities to participants aged 17 and older throughout their careers, empowering them to become more independent, productive, and integrated into the community.

We are dedicated to placing qualified employees in successful work situations while challenging stereotypes about people with disabilities. All employees placed by Employment First are covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act, ensuring equal rights and opportunities. By assessing their strengths, abilities, preferences, and goals, our team matches job seekers with suitable employment opportunities in the local job market. Continuous training in community employment service provision best practices ensures that our worker bees receive the highest quality support and service. At BeeMe, our employees are the heart of our mission, and we are committed to empowering them and promoting diversity and inclusion in the workforce.

Studies have consistently shown that employees with disabilities make excellent additions to the workforce. They exhibit equal or higher quality and productivity, experience equal or lower turnover and unscheduled absences, bring about equal or higher co-worker job satisfaction, and encounter equal or lower safety incidents.

To ensure a successful match, every job seeker undergoes a personalized and detailed assessment of their strengths and desires, resulting in job placements that increase the likelihood of long-term success. We provide comprehensive disability etiquette training, conduct pre-start employee profile briefings with supervisors, and offer access to BeeMe safety support and site surveys.

As an employer, you can also enjoy potential tax benefits when hiring individuals with disabilities. Embracing inclusivity benefits your organization and contributes to a more diverse and thriving workforce. Let us help you find the perfect match for your company and create an environment that celebrates the unique contributions of all individuals.

The Massachusetts DETC is a tax incentive program for employers to increase employment opportunities for individuals with a disability in the Commonwealth.

https://www.mass.gov/service-details/disability-employment-tax-credit-detc#:~:text=The%20Massachusetts%20DETC%20is%20a,a%20disability%20in%20the%20Commonwealth.

Find out how BeeMe Connections has made a difference in the community and the lives of those we serve. We are committed to creating lasting change.