The Diversity Initiative- Ticket to Work

Ticket to Work is a Social Security Administration program for people ages 18-64 who receive Supplemental Social Security Income (SSI), Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or both. The goal of the program is to offer job services that will assist eligible SSI/SSDI beneficiaries to enter the workforce and gain more independence.

BENEFITS:
■ If your cash benefits end because of earnings, and you lose your job because of the same disability (within five years), you don’t have to reapply for Social Security benefits.
■ Medical reviews will be waived while participating in Ticket to Work.
■ You can keep your Medicare or Medi-Cal benefits after cash benefits end.

SERVICES:
■ Job Readiness/Job Placement.
■ Résumé development.
■ Assistance with applications.
■ Interview skills.
■ Job search skills.
■ Career exploration.
■ Job leads.

FOLLOW UP:
■ Maintain contact for up to five years to ensure successful placement and job satisfaction.

OTHER RESOURCES/SERVICES:
■ Beneficiaries requiring training/education prior to employment or supportive services will be referred to appropriate providers.

REQUIREMENTS:
■ Must be receiving SSI or SSDI.
■ Must be between 18-64 years of age.
■ Must want to work.
■ Must be available to work.