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Arizona Employment First Infographic

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AZ Employment First (EF) means that competitive integrated employment is the expectation for all Arizonans who have a disability.

EF IS A…

  • Vision
  • Initiative
  • Movement

EF IS NOT A…

  • Program
  • Agency
  • Service

Arizona has an Employment First Executive Order (2017) declaring state agencies must work to improve employment  outcomes.

How to achieve Employment First

Use appropriate services and supports, such as supported and customized employment practices and assistive technologies.

Instill person-centered practices.

Focus on strengths and interests.

Advocate for informed choice, including supported decision making and benefits counseling.

Implement Arizona Employment First Executive Order.

Partners in the Employment First Mission

  • Youth and Young Adults
  • AHCCCS
  • Family Members
  • Educators
  • ADE
  • ADDPC
  • Employers
  • Employment Service Provider
  • RSA
  • Advocates
  • UCEDD
  • DDD
  • DBHS

To learn more, visit AZEmploymentFirst.org

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