Info for Applicants

Class of 2024-2025 Parent Information Session: Recorded Jan. 29 

This session provides a detailed overview of the Project SEARCH program and will allow time for questions from prospective applicants and parents. 

Click here to view a recording of the Parent information session

Project SEARCH Parkridge Entrance Criteria for 2024-2025 Applicants 

Applicants must:

• Be at least 18 years old by June 30 of application year.

• Have completed at least 4 years of high school

• Be a student in LexRich5 with a disability on a non-diploma track

• Agree that this will be the last year of educational services

• Desire to work competitively in the community at the conclusion of the program

• Have an active/open case with SC Vocational Rehabilitation

•  Demonstrate effective receptive and expressive communication

• Have independent transportation to and from Project SEARCH site

• Maintain appropriate behavior and social skills in the workplace

• Have independent personal hygiene, daily living, and grooming skills

• Take direction/change behaviors based on feedback from supervisors

• Have previous school-based jobs, volunteering, community training, and/or paid work experience

• Have attended VR Work Training Center (strongly recommended)

• Be eligible/Willing to apply for Dept. of Disabilities & Special Needs (DDSN) case 

• Be able to pass drug screen, background check 

• Have immunizations up to date, including additional vaccinations required by Prisma

• Have health insurance from Medicaid or private insurance company

• Family willing to participate in planning, goal-setting, general support of intern

View the 2023-2024 Parent Information Session Recording link here

Email emagee@lexrich5.org with any questions about applications.