The occupational therapist enhances students ability to adapt and function in the school environment. The vocational evaluator provides services to students enrolled in any Scranton State School for the Deaf program, concentrating heavily on middle and high school programs. The ultimate goal of vocational evaluation is to assist with career decision making. Students are assessed for specific worker traits and for their aptitudes toward specific jobs. In the lower and middle school years, the vocational evaluator focuses on career awareness, developing decision-making skills, goal establishment and values clarification.
Students take part in many areas of training.
Vocational evaluation is available for non-SSSD students on a referral basis, and a fee schedule is available upon request for this service. Residential accommodations can be arranged for students during the evaluation period. Health Medical Services Medical needs of all SSSD students are the responsibility of the nursing staff. Registered nurses administer first aid to students and staff. In case of serious injury or illness, the nursing staff obtains the necessary treatment or consultation.