The program meets the educational requirements of Washington State s Department of Health for certification as a Chemical Dependency Professional. Groups of students do not start and complete the program together. Classes are open-ended with new students and former students attending classes at the same time. The VOTE Program is committed to serving unemployed and under-employed persons in recovery from chemical dependency. The program is dedicated to offering skills, motivation, and a foundation to empower students to move towards vocational success and an improved quality of life in recovery from addiction.
VOTE is a return to work program for individuals in recovery from chemical dependency.
Students are assessed for current career options, are guided through career exploration, job search strategies, interviewing techniques, and are generally prepared to get a job, keep a job, and have a good understanding of how to complete their long-term career goals.