Business Details
43 Years
experience
Inclusive Employment Solutions for Washington Businesses
Trillium Employment Services has been dedicated to integrating individuals with intellectual disabilities into the workforce since 1983. Our team of skilled professionals collaborates closely with Washington-based businesses and job seekers to ensure meaningful employment matches and long-term success. As pioneers in supported employment, we originated as a University of Oregon demonstration project that revolutionized national perspectives on inclusive hiring practices. Our mission focuses on promoting inclusive community opportunities through innovative leadership and partnerships.We provide customized training, workforce development solutions, and ongoing support to help businesses strengthen their operations while embracing diversity. Funded through public resources, our consultation services remain free to employers. Our board members bring decades of expertise in disability advocacy, business development, and community engagement to advance our vision of a truly inclusive workforce.
Services
Inclusive Workforce Consulting
Employee Training Programs
Disability Employment Services
Workforce Development Solutions
Business Partnership Programs
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We've specialized in disability employment solutions since 1983
- Our services are fully funded through public resources at no cost to employers
- We provide customized on-site training and ongoing employee support
- We maintain partnerships with Washington businesses across multiple industries
- Our approach combines workforce development with diversity and inclusion expertise
What people say
Strong advocate for inclusive employment
Customized training programs
Quality workforce solutions
Long-term employee support
Business-focused approach
Services
Inclusive Workforce Consulting
Our consulting services help Washington businesses develop inclusive hiring practices that benefit from diverse abilities in the workplace. We provide customized assessments of staffing needs and create tailored solutions that address labor gaps while promoting workforce diversity. Our experts work directly with HR teams to implement sustainable inclusive employment programs.
Employee Training Programs
We deliver specialized training programs that prepare employees with developmental disabilities for successful workplace integration. Our curriculum covers job-specific skills, workplace etiquette, and safety protocols while providing ongoing coaching to ensure long-term success. Training is customized to meet each business's unique operational requirements.
Disability Employment Services
Our comprehensive disability employment services connect businesses with qualified candidates who have intellectual disabilities. We handle the complete employment lifecycle from recruitment and onboarding to retention support, ensuring both employers and employees achieve their professional goals through structured support systems.
Business Partnership Programs
We develop strategic partnerships with Washington businesses to create sustainable inclusive employment opportunities. Our partnership model combines business needs assessment with customized workforce solutions that enhance operational efficiency while meeting diversity and inclusion objectives through measurable outcomes.
Workplace Accommodations
Our team implements tailored workplace accommodations that enable employees with disabilities to perform at their highest potential. We conduct comprehensive workplace assessments and recommend practical modifications that maintain productivity standards while creating inclusive work environments that benefit all employees.
People
Laurie Ford
President
M.S. in Counseling with 30+ years in vocational rehabilitation. Former UW instructor in supported employment programs and national advisor on disability employment policies. Retired from CCER in 2021 after decades of technical assistance to VR agencies.
Karen Satterberg
Vice President
Marketing Director at GenCare Lifestyle with 13 years in senior living industry. Former Hyatt Hotels hospitality professional and Rotary board member. Brings personal perspective as parent to an autistic young adult.
Bryan Ruff
Treasurer/Secretary
Director of Client Services at Builders Capital with banking expertise from Pacific Coast Banking School. Former Trillium employment consultant with deep understanding of organizational mission and South Sound business connections.
David Murahashi
Board Member
Training & Technical Assistance Manager at Wise with 14+ years in disability field. Special education degree holder who develops programs for community employment. Inspired by his sister with Down syndrome and personal brain injury experience.
Rebecca Petris
Board Member
Founder of Dry Eye Shop and president of Dry Eye Foundation. Patient advocate with expertise in building diverse teams. Holds leadership roles in ocular disease nonprofit organizations while operating a nationwide specialty business.
Questions
What services does Trillium offer to Washington employers?
We provide customized workforce solutions including employee recruitment, specialized training programs, and ongoing support services for businesses seeking to build inclusive workplaces.
How does Trillium support employees with disabilities?
We offer comprehensive job coaching, workplace accommodations, and long-term support services to ensure successful employment outcomes for individuals with developmental disabilities.
Are Trillium's services free for employers?
Yes, our employment consulting and training services are fully funded through public resources at no cost to Washington-based businesses.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We operate across Washington State with offices in King, Pierce, Clark, Kitsap, and Yakima counties.
How can job seekers access your programs?
Job seekers can connect with our local teams for employment assessment, job placement services, and ongoing workplace support tailored to their abilities.
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Reviews (3)
Ddx C.
Apr 22, 2020
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This is a great company. They work with individuals with disabilities. They are the best job employment vendor that I have been a client of to date. I have been a client at three different job vendors over the years and this company exceeds the others. The people that work there are friendly and positive individuals. I have always felt included when it comes to my job employment journey. The job coaches that work there always thrive to see their clients succeed in employment.
Tara H.
Feb 14, 2020
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This is probably a great place for help finding employment. However don't hang up on potential clients. It's rude.
Fitness FederalWay
Feb 22, 2019
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We enjoy working with Trillium, they are supportive and WONDERFUL! Our hire through them has been an important and joyful member of our team for several years now.
