Community Based Work Program -
Coser 103.020
Contact Information:
Denise Sullivan, Director of Career & Technical Education
Phone (845) 295-4147 or e-mail denise.sullivan@scboces.org
"Through the provision of challenging career & technical programs, we ensure that students possess the necessary 21st Century skills and attitudes to achieve their maximum potential in a chosen career or post-secondary education."
The Community Based Work Program (CBWP) helps students with special needs learn essential workplace behaviors and habits through real life work experiences. The program is based on the philosophy of developing independence, often encouraging the student to transition from school to employment in the community.
Through this volunteer form of work-based learning, students become more knowledgeable about specific careers and workplaces by contributing their skills. By actively participating, students learn skills including planning, communicating, working with others, and completing tasks in a timely manner.
The CBWP students participate on the campus at the Catskill Regional Medical Center (CRMC) where they work through the Volunteer Department in a variety of areas such as Food Service, Gift Shop, Skilled Nursing Unit, Adult Day Care, Clerical Services, as well as the Environmental Department and others. Students receive daily instruction from the Career and Technical Education teacher and are supported by CRMC staff members.
