KAA WORK Program

Empowering Adults with Disabilities to find and maintain Meaningful Employment

KAA WORK Program

Developed by Ken Anderson Alliance, the KAA WORK Program is a three-phase employment initiative designed to support adults with disabilities in finding and maintaining meaningful work in our community. Through practical experience, personalized guidance, and ongoing support, KAA WORK helps participants thrive at every stage of their employment journey.

KAA is a certified DODD and OOD provider. Private pay also accepted.

KAA Explore

Explore career options and develop skills through real work experiences in small peer groups. Also included, learning activities on workplace etiquette, communication, and more.

  • Work experiences with local employers
  • Instruction in workplace etiquette, communications, and more
  • Development of support systems among peers, instructors
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KAA Connect

Connect with inclusive employers aligned with your interests and strengths. Also available: guidance and support through the application, interview, and hiring process.

  • Career discovery process to reveal possibilities for employment
  • Job application, interview supports
  • Encouragement of self-advocacy skills
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KAA Thrive

On the job, KAA provides continued support to ensure long-term success. We collaborate with employers and participants to foster independence, confidence, and workplace satisfaction.

  • On-site job coaching
  • Employer training and collaboration
  • Goal setting and career growth planning
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A mature man in his 40s with down syndrome working in a supermarket. He is wearing an apron, standing in the produce section of the store, looking toward the camera with his hands on his hips.

Local Employers Who Have Hired Through KAA

  • Retailers: Fresh Market, Kohl’s, Kroger, Nothing Bundt Cakes, TJ Maxx
  • Restaurants: Gabby’s Café, LaRosa’s, Skyline
  • Healthcare: Hillebrand Nursing Home
  • Nonprofits: Cincinnati Goodwill, Cincinnati Zoo
  • Other: Cincinnati Sports Club, Kings Island, Paycor, Stone Pillar Farms

Testimonials

I enjoy working with people, the job I’m at, and making money. KAA supports me, visits me at my job; I like the guidance I am given.

Abby W., Employee

I like my job as a dishwasher, the people I work with and the food I can eat. I think KAA has wonderful people; they helped me get my job and someone to have lunch with me at work.

Don L., Employee

KAA has helped me become more independent, taught me new skills, and helped me find a job that I can get paid. I like working with people and getting to know them.

Evan S., Employee

I like my job and I like the people. KAA has helped me with guidance, work skills, and finding me a job I enjoy.

Sarah B., Employee

Ben is a hard worker, and we are happy to have him a part of the team. Anytime I’m having a bad day, Ben always puts a smile on my face.

Manager Joe Cornella (Gabby’s Café)

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Everyone deserves a chance to use their unique skills and abilities in a job setting where they can flourish.

 

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