Integrated Resources Institute
a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization
MentorWorks
Zivolich Receives Leadership Award
March 10, 2010
The California chapter of TASH (The Association for Persons with Severe Handicaps) honored Steve Zivolich, executive director of Integrated Resources Institute, with the 2010 Leadership Inclusion Award. The award ceremony took place as part of the 28th Annual California TASH conference, held in San Francisco on March 5-6, 2010. The conference is regarded as a foremost meeting place for the leading professionals and consumers in the areas of school, community and work inclusion of persons with the most significant disabilities. The special inclusion leadership award is presented in the memorial honor of Bill Rosenberg, and early and important advocate for community work inclusion of persons with disabilities.
"We are delighted that Steve Zivolich has received this accolade and been recognized for his important leadership in the area of inclusion of persons with the most significant disabilities into the workforce. This award is a great acknowledgment of his outstanding demonstration research, efforts and commitment to promoting innovative community work opportunities for adults and transitioning aged students with disabilities. It also affirms our commitment to the full inclusion of persons with disabilities into our communities," said Joseph Nacario, Program Director at Integrated Resources Institute (IRI).
"This is a tremendous achievement for our non-profit organization and we are especially honored to receive the recognition from California TASH, the leading organization for the inclusion of persons with disabilities." This reflects the high quality of leadership by Steve and IRI, which have been previously recognized for facilitating the nation’s largest work initiatives for persons with disabilities through several corporations with such as: Pepsico, Pizza Hut, Universal Studios and PetCo.
During the conference, Steve Zivolich, delivered a speech on developing work opportunities for persons with disabilities in tough economic times. Dr. Jan Weiner, an IRI board of director and Joseph Nacario the IRI program director, co-presented on the same topic of work inclusion for person with disabilities.
Through its MentorWorks program, IRI has facilitated over 20,000 community job placements for persons with disabilities in the US and Australia. Based on these successful outcomes, IRI has been awarded several local, state, federal and international grants. National and international corporate initiatives have included: Pizza Hut, Brinker International, Fuddruckers, Pet-Co, Coors, Carls Jr., California Restaurant Association, Steve’s Pizza and Universal Studios Hollywood
IRI was founded by Steve Zivolich in Orange County, California in 1984. Since that time he has received local, state, national and international recognition for his leadership and research efforts for the integration and employment of persons with significant disabilities. He currently serves as the CEO for the Integrated Resources Institute Board of Directors.
For more information regarding Integrated Resources Institute / MentorWorks, please call (714)-619-7973 or visit http://www.irimentorworks.org/
"We are delighted that Steve Zivolich has received this accolade and been recognized for his important leadership in the area of inclusion of persons with the most significant disabilities into the workforce. This award is a great acknowledgment of his outstanding demonstration research, efforts and commitment to promoting innovative community work opportunities for adults and transitioning aged students with disabilities. It also affirms our commitment to the full inclusion of persons with disabilities into our communities," said Joseph Nacario, Program Director at Integrated Resources Institute (IRI).
"This is a tremendous achievement for our non-profit organization and we are especially honored to receive the recognition from California TASH, the leading organization for the inclusion of persons with disabilities." This reflects the high quality of leadership by Steve and IRI, which have been previously recognized for facilitating the nation’s largest work initiatives for persons with disabilities through several corporations with such as: Pepsico, Pizza Hut, Universal Studios and PetCo.
During the conference, Steve Zivolich, delivered a speech on developing work opportunities for persons with disabilities in tough economic times. Dr. Jan Weiner, an IRI board of director and Joseph Nacario the IRI program director, co-presented on the same topic of work inclusion for person with disabilities.
About Integrated Resources Institute
Integrated Resources Institute is one of the premier job development non-profits for persons with significant disabilities. Integrated Resources Institute is dedicated to the full inclusion of persons with disabilities into their community. Now in its 25th year, IRI is a state and federally registered 501(c)(3) non-profit charity governed by a volunteer board.Through its MentorWorks program, IRI has facilitated over 20,000 community job placements for persons with disabilities in the US and Australia. Based on these successful outcomes, IRI has been awarded several local, state, federal and international grants. National and international corporate initiatives have included: Pizza Hut, Brinker International, Fuddruckers, Pet-Co, Coors, Carls Jr., California Restaurant Association, Steve’s Pizza and Universal Studios Hollywood
IRI was founded by Steve Zivolich in Orange County, California in 1984. Since that time he has received local, state, national and international recognition for his leadership and research efforts for the integration and employment of persons with significant disabilities. He currently serves as the CEO for the Integrated Resources Institute Board of Directors.
For more information regarding Integrated Resources Institute / MentorWorks, please call (714)-619-7973 or visit http://www.irimentorworks.org/
About TASH
TASH is an international grassroots leader in advancing inclusive communities through research, education and advocacy. Founded in 1975, TASH is a volunteer-driven organization that advocates for human rights and inclusion for people with the most significant disabilities and support needs -- those most vulnerable to segregation, abuse, neglect and institutionalization. The inclusive practices, validated through research have been shown to improve outcomes for all people.IRI announces new Program Director
November 05, 2009
Joseph Nacario to lead premier job development firm for persons with disabilities.
Irvine, CA (PRWEB) November 5, 2009 -- Integrated Resources Institute / MentorWorks, the premier job development firm for persons with significant disabilities, has announced that Joseph Nacario of Carlsbad, CA has joined the non-profit firm as the Program Director.
Nacario joins in the position of Program Director, and will be leading and growing Integrated Resources's job development MentorWorks program for persons with significant disabilities.
In his 35-year career in supported employment programs, Nacario has specialized in developing private sector jobs for persons with significant disabilities and autism.
"What attracted me to Integrated Resources Institute was its continued strong commitment to developing fully inclusive jobs in the community for any person with disabilities who wants to work," he said. "During a time when the downturn in the economy has led to layoffs at other non-profit employment services firms, Integrated Resources Institute is growing in size and scope and is continuing to reinvest in its job development MentorWorks operations. This is an exciting and challenging time to be joining this firm, since the economy has made finding jobs for persons with disabilities even more challenging."
Integrated Resources Institute is internationally recognized as one of the premier non-profit agencies in the field of supported employment for persons with significant disabilities. The firm employs more than 20 job coach professionals and provides services to persons with significant disabilities and their employers that include the industry sectors of: food service, real estate, grocery stores, local government, environment, non-profits, construction, storage, entertainment and retail.
"The recruitment of Mr. Nacario is a reflection of our continued commitment to serving persons with significant disabilities in integrated community jobs," said Steve Zivolich, president of the Board of Directors. "Mr. Nacario will help us continue with maintaining the motto of our firm, Everybody Works, we are delighted to have him on board."
Nacario adds to MentorWorks commitment to persons with more significant disabilities and autism. He was most recently employed at Jay Nolan Community Services Workforce Solutions, Mission Hills California, where he also served at the director of integrated employment efforts focused primarily on persons with autism as well as other developmental disabilities.
Nacario's client roster at Jay Nolan included corporate partnerships with VONS Grocery, Weiser Security, Inc., and Target Stores.
Prior to Jay Nolan Community Services, Nacario worked in management positions in the non-profit employment area with: Toward Maximum Independence, Community Options and Arc North Shores all located in San Diego, California.
In addition, Nacario has worked as a college instructor with the San Diego Community College District, teaching in the area of disability services.
An avid surfer, and the doting father of seven children including triplets, that includes a young child with disabilities, he lives in Carlsbad, California. He holds a bachelor’s degree in rehablitation from San Diego State University, and master’s degree in educational administration from National University.
About Integrated Resources Institute
Integrated Resources Institute is one of the premier job development non-profits for persons with significant disabilities. Integrated Resources Institute is dedicated to the full inclusion of persons with disabilities into their community. Now in its 25th year, IRI is a state and federally registered 501(c)(3) non-profit charity governed by a volunteer board.
Through its MentorWorks program, IRI has facilitated over 20,000 community job placements for persons with disabilities in the US and Australia. Based on these successful outcomes, IRI has been awarded several local, state, federal and international grants. National and international corporate initiatives have included: Pizza Hut, Brinker International, Fuddruckers, Pet-Co, Coors, Carls Jr., California Restaurant Association, Steve’s Pizza and Universal Studios Hollywood
IRI was founded by Steve Zivolich in Orange County, California in 1984. Since that time he has received local, state, national and international recognition for his leadership and research efforts for the integration and employment of persons with significant disabilities. He currently serves as the volunteer CEO for the Integrated Resources Institute Board of Directors.
For more information regarding Integrated Resources Institute / MentorWorks, or to make a donation, please call 714-619-7973 or visit http://www.irimentorworks.org/
Cars 4 Causes
February 26, 2009
As you may know, one of the results for of the California State budget crisis, will be a10% funding cut from the primary grant source for MentorWorks.
However, rather than cutting employment placement services to persons with disabilities, we are planning on an increased community fundraising effort to make up for this significant budget shortfall.
The MentorWorks program is the community employment program of Integrated Resources Institute (IRI) a non-profit organization, dedicated to the full inclusion of persons with significant disabilities. Now in its 20th year, IRI is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation governed by a volunteer board.
The 2008-2009 budget for the MentorWorks program is approximately $520,000. We have been informed by our primary grant source, that our funding will be reduced by about 10% ($52,000) this year. Therefore, our fund raising goal will be $52,000 over the next 12 months. As a registered charity, donors may deduct contributions to IRI, from their federal and state income taxes.
One of our newest fundraising strategies will be through "Cars for Causes". Through this service, you can donate your car, RV, boat or motorcycle (anywhere in the U.S.), and Integrated Resources Institute will receive 75% of the proceeds for our MentorWorks program.
To donate your vehicle and arrange for free pick-up simply call (800) 766-2273, or visit their website at http://www.cars4causes.net and designate your donation for the benefit of:
Integrated Resources Institute
Tax ID# 33-0393201
3951 S. Plaza Dr., Suite 140
Santa Ana, CA 02704.
However, rather than cutting employment placement services to persons with disabilities, we are planning on an increased community fundraising effort to make up for this significant budget shortfall.
The MentorWorks program is the community employment program of Integrated Resources Institute (IRI) a non-profit organization, dedicated to the full inclusion of persons with significant disabilities. Now in its 20th year, IRI is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation governed by a volunteer board.
The 2008-2009 budget for the MentorWorks program is approximately $520,000. We have been informed by our primary grant source, that our funding will be reduced by about 10% ($52,000) this year. Therefore, our fund raising goal will be $52,000 over the next 12 months. As a registered charity, donors may deduct contributions to IRI, from their federal and state income taxes.
One of our newest fundraising strategies will be through "Cars for Causes". Through this service, you can donate your car, RV, boat or motorcycle (anywhere in the U.S.), and Integrated Resources Institute will receive 75% of the proceeds for our MentorWorks program.
To donate your vehicle and arrange for free pick-up simply call (800) 766-2273, or visit their website at http://www.cars4causes.net and designate your donation for the benefit of:
Integrated Resources Institute
Tax ID# 33-0393201
3951 S. Plaza Dr., Suite 140
Santa Ana, CA 02704.