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Deloitte is The Arc San Francisco Employer of the Year
2012 Employer of the Year
The Arc San Francisco is proud to recognize Deloitte as the 2012 Employer of the Year. Deloitte has been a longtime champion of employing individuals with developmental disabilties in the workplace—several staff are clients of The Arc. The company was honored, along with other exemplary companies and client-employees, at The Arc’s recent WorkLife Awards ceremony.
The opportunity to work
For people with developmental disabilities, having the opportunity to work is often the single most important factor in achieving personal independence. Work provides much-needed income and is a great source of pride for employers and employees alike. Workers with developmental disabilities offer greater stability in high turnover positions and have lower rates of absenteeism. Plus, these workers raise company morale and bring an important perspective to the workplace.
Q. What work do these employees provide?
A. Office service support is in great demand at busy companies like Deloitte. Employees from The Arc keep multiple kitchens stocked and clean, attend to conference rooms and keep reception areas tidy and presentable. Other companies employ Arc workers as data entry technicians, office mailroom clerks, copyroom stock clerks and many other functions.
Q. How does employment at a large, high-profile company impact their lives?
A. Because they have good salaries and benefits, they’re able to take care of themselves and contribute to their families. Plus, work is very personally empowering—co-workers hold Arc staff to a high standard every day and these workers are proud to demonstrate their abilities.