Welcome to Pier 360, which was formerly CVAB.
We believe that work is a vital component of recovery and we recognize it can be difficult to transition back into the workforce after mental health or substance use challenges. The Employment Team specializes in supporting participants in their vocational and academic goals. Team members will work with you to overcome employment barriers and make progress with your employment and academic goals.
The East Center is a Washington State Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) Community Rehabilitation Program.
EAST CENTER
Phone
360-253-4036
Location
10201 NE Fourth Plain Blvd
Vancouver, WA 98662
Hours
Monday - Friday
9 AM - 5 PM
EMPLOYMENT SUPPORTS
1. Goal Planning
We work with you to identify your unique strengths and marketable skills so you can plan and target the type of employment that aligns with your goals and aspirations.
2. Job Development
We’ll support you every step of the way—connecting you with local businesses, researching job opportunities, completing applications, preparing for interviews, and updating your resume to present your best self.
3. Job Coaching
Once you're employed, we can provide support to ensure you feel confident and capable in your role. From overcoming challenges to building strong relationships with coworkers, we provide the ongoing support necessary to thrive and succeed in your job.
4. Employer Partnership Development:
We build relationships with local businesses to create employment opportunities.
5. Benefits planning
Benefits planning helps you understand the impact of work on SSI and SSDI benefits such as cash, medical, housing, personal care services, and food benefits. Our Certified Benefits Planners can help you explore and utilize work incentives and develop a plan to transition to work.
For Employers
Employers who hire individuals who have faced significant barriers to employment have tax credits and fidelity bonds available to them.
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The Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) is a federal tax credit available to employers for hiring and employing individuals from certain targeted groups who have faced significant barriers to employment. Learn more about the WOTC and what it means for workers and employers at https://www.dol.gov/agencies/eta/wotc
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The Federal Bonding Program (FBP) was established in 1966 to provide Fidelity Bonds for “at-risk,” hard-to-place job seekers. The bonds cover the first six months of employment at no cost to the job applicant or the employer. Gain access to tools to help employers integrate FBP by calling 1-877-US2-JOBS or visit the Bonds4Jobs website at: https://bonds4jobs.com/resources
You Have Something to Offer—Let’s Build on That
Employment isn’t just about having a job. It’s about rediscovering your worth, your rhythm, and your place in the world.
And at Pier 360, we believe everyone deserves that chance.