top of page

Our Services & Capabilities

BMGH provides opportunities for residents to choose a Day Facility or Day Services offered by BMGH, that offers Socialization, Community integration, Prevocational skills training and possible Community Job Placement.  Residents have the opportunity to become capable, dependable, and enthusiastic members of the workforce.


Residents, who would like to seek community employment are assisted in learning job skills as well as, when possible, assistance with obtaining and maintaining employment in the community.  Day program/services staff members work individually with each person in developing a career path and searching cooperatively throughout the community for a suitable employment opportunity.  In some instances, a Vocational Job Coach is able to tailor a job to the needs and capabilities of both the employer and employee.  Residents are provided with an array of options and the necessary support to fulfill their vocational interests.

4

Jobs that pay minimum wage or above

Residents work in competitive employment settings.  This means that the day programs or services assist residents to find jobs that people without disabilities may hold.  These jobs are in the community, and the pay is never lower than the minimum wage.  In some instances, it is higher.

Areas of support include, but are not limited to

3

On the Job Training

Residents are provided with the opportunity to tour existing job sites and see the work environment and decide if it will be a good fit for them! Residents are also provided with on-the-job training once they are hired by a community employer.  Staff members learn and understand the job (in addition to the person served) so if issues arise staff members can work with person served to resolve them.

2

Resume development

Day service staff are available to assist residents in developing a resume that highlights their skills and interests.  If needed, staff members work with resident to complete applications.

1

Identifying skills, interests, and support needs

Day Service staff members work with resident to find out what type of work they are interested in; residents are assisted in finding a job that meets their skill level and interests.  Ongoing support is various based on the residents needs.  Some require a one-on-one job coach, in other cases site visits may occur on a weekly or monthly basis. 

5

Transportation training

Counseling in transportation needs is offered.  BMGH as well as day program staff members link residents to all transportation options within the county.  Wilkes Transportation Authority (WTA) and caregivers are the best solutions to meet transportation needs in Wilkes County.

6

Day Program staff members remain working with residents as long as needed.  If new tasks are assigned in a job or if more support is needed Day Program /services staff will work with residents as long as necessary funded through Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) services or Long-Term Community Supports (LTCS)Supported Employment. (SE).

Follow up training and support

7

If needed, day programs/services, 

BMGH as well as employers will make Adaptations and worksite accommodations for residents, who perform particular tasks to ensure the success of the resident on their job. Day Program/services and BMGH staff will continually work closely together to eliminate any and all potential barriers that hinder maintaining or obtaining successful community employment

What we do

Nothing to book right now. Check back soon.

    Service Initiation and Admission Criteria

    It is the policy of this agency to serve persons who are physically, sensory, and/or cognitively challenged, who have a mental disorder, and/or who have experienced traumatic brain injury.  

    ​

    Referral Information required to make admission determination:

    • Current psychological and/or medical report

    • Approval by area LME of person served

    • Interview with person 

    • Interview parent/guardian/representative IF appropriate

    • Interview referral source IF appropriate

    • Person has need of housing and the potential to improve independent living skills through BMGH services

    • Other information deemed appropriate; may include, but not limited to

    • Minimum of 18 years of age

    • North Carolina Medicaid recipient 

    ​

    Admission Committee will meet to determine admission
    Admissions Committee members are to include, but not limited to:

    • Executive Director, Qualified Professional,

    • President of BMGH Board of Directors

    • Decision will be based on.

    • Evaluation of person

    • Information regarding person

    •  Result of meeting will be;

    •  Documented 

    •  Sent to person 

    •  Sent to referral source if appropriate
       

    bottom of page