Employment Support Services

10/16/2026

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10/16/2026

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10/16/2026

PLEASE THINK ABOUT THE CHILD BEHIND THE DECISION. 💔

Mitchell Stipp Jr. is 15 years old. He is a child who has overcome challenges that many of us will never fully understand. He has autism, 22q deletion syndrome, mitochondrial disease, epilepsy, and cyclical vomiting syndrome. Yet he continues to learn, grow, and show the world what is possible when a child is given support and opportunity.

For three years, Mitchell thrived in Faith Lutheran’s Mark 10:14 Program. This was more than a school placement. It was part of his world—a place where he could learn, develop relationships, socialize with his peers, and continue building on the progress he has worked so hard to achieve.

Now, our family is fighting to preserve his ability to attend the school he loves in the way he has for the past three years.

Have the decision-makers stopped to consider what a change like this could mean to him emotionally?

What happens when a child struggles to understand why his familiar environment is changing? What happens when friendships, routines, trusted relationships, and a sense of belonging are suddenly placed at risk? What happens when a child who already faces extraordinary challenges begins to wonder whether there is a place for him?

We cannot predict exactly how Mitchell would respond, but we know that belonging matters. Stability matters. Inclusion matters. And a child’s emotional well-being deserves to be part of every decision that affects his future.

Mitchell is not a problem to be removed. He is a young person whose needs, dignity, potential, and future deserve serious consideration.

He deserves an education. He deserves the opportunity to grow alongside his peers. He deserves continued consideration of his medical needs and therapies. And he deserves to be treated as a child with potential, not defined by his diagnoses.

Please remember that behind every policy, every meeting, and every decision is a real child whose life may be changed by the outcome.

Faith Lutheran, please consider the whole child. Consider his progress, his relationships, his needs, and his future.

Mitchell may be different from other students, but different does not mean less deserving. He is NOT less.

Please follow Mitchell’s story. Please share his posts. Help us make sure his voice is heard.


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09/29/2026

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day from Employment Support Services! 🇺🇸

Today, we celebrate the dedication, skills, and contributions of workers across every industry.

At ESS, we believe meaningful employment should be accessible to everyone. We’re proud to support individuals with disabilities as they build skills, gain experience, and connect with opportunities in the workforce.

Wishing our clients, employer partners, counselors, staff, and community a safe and happy Labor Day!

09/02/2026

A seasonal job doesn't always have to end with the season.

For job seekers, seasonal employment can be an opportunity to get your foot in the door and show an employer something a résumé can't always demonstrate:

Reliability.
Work ethic.
Communication.
Teamwork.
Willingness to learn.

Think of seasonal employment as an opportunity to build your professional reputation.

Even if the position does end after the holidays, you may walk away with recent work experience, new skills, professional connections, and a valuable reference for your next opportunity.

🍂 Learn more in our newest ESS Resource Center article: **Fall Hiring Is Here: How to Prepare for Seasonal Employment**

🔗 https://essnevada.com/fall-hiring-how-to-prepare-for-seasonal-employment/

09/01/2026

Seasonal hiring can move FAST. 🍂

Don't wait until you find the perfect job posting to start getting ready.

Update your résumé, gather your references, know your availability, practice interviewing, and make sure you have a transportation plan.

A little preparation now can make it much easier to act when the right opportunity comes along.

📌 Save this checklist for your fall job search.

Want more tips? Read our latest Resource Center article: https://essnevada.com/fall-hiring-how-to-prepare-for-seasonal-employment/

08/31/2026

🍂 Fall hiring is here!

Many employers begin hiring for the holiday season well before the holidays actually arrive.

Seasonal employment can be a great opportunity to gain experience, build your résumé, develop new skills, earn a professional reference, and sometimes even transition into permanent employment.

Our newest ESS Resource Center article covers what you can do now to prepare for the fall hiring season.

👉 Read **Fall Hiring Is Here: How to Prepare for Seasonal Employment:** https://essnevada.com/fall-hiring-how-to-prepare-for-seasonal-employment/

Fall and holiday hiring starts earlier than you might think. Learn how to prepare your résumé, strengthen your interview skills, plan for transportation and accommodations, and make the most of seasonal employment opportunities. This practical guide from ESS helps job seekers with disabilities get...

08/14/2026

Did you know?

A reasonable accommodation is simply a change that helps a qualified individual with a disability perform the essential functions of a job.

Accommodations don't always involve expensive equipment. In many cases, they can be simple adjustments like flexible scheduling, modified training materials, assistive technology, or changes to the work environment.

Understanding your rights and responsibilities is the first step toward creating an inclusive workplace.

📖 Read the full article:
https://essnevada.com/what-is-a-reasonable-accommodation-examples-rights-and-how-to-request-one/

Have questions about workplace accommodations? Let us know in the comments.