Work Services

In the Work Services Program, individuals learn work and social skills needed for success in the career they choose. On-going training and supervision provides for continual growth opportunities in vocational, social, emotional and community involvement. Income is based on commensurate wage rates in accordance with the Department of Labor regulations. Each program participant has an individualized plan for increasing their job skills and achieving their goals.

Work Services Program Goal

Each program participant will strive for increased productivity through improved learning, improving the ability to work as a team member, attaining greater independence, obtaining community employment and increasing self-esteem.

Worksites

• Horticultural Department – Worksites are located at the Cherry Lane site. The individual learns horticultural skills throughout the year. The plants are sold retail/wholesale at the Country Store.
• Dining Hall – Teaches food service skills, including: cleaning, food preparation and serving food/drinks. The Dining Hall provides breakfast, snacks and lunch.
• Rainbow Recycling Center – Located next to the Pecos River, and in partnership with the City of Carlsbad, the Center provides the Community with an outlet to recycle its materials. Clients and staff sort recyclable materials (carboard, metal, plastic, etc.) and bale them. The bales are then shipped to market.
• Pecan Processing – Located at the Cherry Lane site. Provides training in the processing of pecans (cleaning, sorting, cracking, packaging, etc.). Individuals process pecans from the public as well as from our orchard. Various pecan products are sold either retail or wholesale. The shells are sold for mulch and the meal for cooking.
• Grounds – Maintains the grounds at the Cherry Lane site, and community homes. The crew cuts and trims grass, prunes plants and trees, waters, picks up trash, and does landscaping.
• Plant Rental Program – Individuals work in the community caring for and replacing plants.
• Janitorial – Provides custodial services at the Cherry Lane site. Individuals learn to vacuum, clean restrooms, clean windows, do sweeping and other janitorial skills.

For more information contact the Work Services Director or Support Services Director at (575) 887-1570.