Our Employer Partners Tell Us How We're Doing
"Two of my employees benefit from having the constant support and encouragement from a dedicated job coach at Puget Sound Personnel who is in frequent contact with me; helping them be successful at work and making it much easier on me as a supervisor to successfully employ them. I am so thankful for the support of PSP and couldn’t do it without them!”
Wendy Pender, Managing Librarian, Lake Hills Library and The Connection @ Crossroads, King County Library System
"I don’t believe that our department’s supported employee and I would be the successful team that we are today without Puget Sound Personnel’s hard work and dedication. PSP staff are always available. When I call and express a concern, they are always responsive and ready to problem solve. PSP’s tactful and direct support and coaching have helped me through a variety of situations which were handled with compassion and professionalism.”
Leslie Killpatrick, Office Manager, Seattle Department of Transportation, Capitol Projects and Roadway Structures Division
"As an employer, I rely on the continued long term supports provided by PSP staff. Their expertise and support is a critical component to assuring that Overlake continues down the path of diversity."
Mark Eggleston, Director of Hospitality Services, Overlake Hospital
“The Redmond Reporter embraces diversity and prides itself in being a community-based newspaper. David is part of our community and it is our pleasure to present an opportunity for him to earn a wage and grow personally and professionally. David is an important part of our team here at the Redmond Reporter.”
Andrea Southern, Publisher/Sales Manager, Redmond Reporter and Bothell/Kenmore Reporter
"In employing many remarkable people with developmental disabilities, each of our grocery stores and our corporate headquarters count on the employment support provided by Puget Sound Personnel. PSP job coaches help with training, problem solving, communication, accommodations and other issues pertaining to job retention. The significance of supported employment goes far beyond the walls of PCC. Supported employees who work are tax-payers, patrons and contribute to the betterment of society and our economy."
Nancy Taylor, Director of Human Resources, Puget Consumer Co-op (PCC)
"The insight and continued support that PSP provides to our entire staff is invaluable. We recognize that the value of their one-on-one coaching and long term follow along is the reason that these individuals are successful in their positions with Pediatric Associates."
Teri Hailstone, Director of Human Resources, Pediatric Associates
"Thank you Puget Sound Personnel for making it so easy to hire people with disabilities! Puget Sound Personnel provides training and support to over 20 employees with disabilities at the City of Seattle. Their professional, knowledgeable, and creative staff continue to make this an absolute success for everyone involved. Puget Sound Personnel has been a valued partner in employment for us since 1995. We look forward to hiring more people with disabilities with PSP's assistance!"
Heather Weldon, Strategic Advisor, City of Seattle
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Social Justice
Hiring people with disabilities ranked third behind
offering health insurance and protecting the environment as an indicator
of a company’s commitment to social justice.*
* University of Massachusetts Boston’s Center for Social Development & Education (2006)
