Disability Related Employment Supports

Disability Related Employment Supports (DRES) provides assistance to Albertans in overcoming the barriers to employment created by their disability.

To be considered for DRES supports and/or services an individual must:

• have a diagnosed and documented permanent or chronic disability that creates a barrier to employment
• be employment destined
• be determined eligible for DRES through an Employability Assessment and have an Individual Service Plan
• be an Alberta resident
• be a Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or convention refugee 

What Does DRES Offer?

DRES is offered in three categories:

Workplace Supports

Workplace supports assist Albertans with disabilities aged 16 and older make a successful transition into the workplace, maintain employment, and enable their full participation in the workforce. The supports may include a job coach, worksite modification or assistive technology.

Job Search Supports

Job search supports assist Albertans with disabilities aged 16 and older seek employment. The supports may include a sign language interpreter so that an individual with a hearing impairment can attend a job interview.

Educational Supports

Education supports assist learners with disabilities who are out of the kindergarten to grade 12 school system prepare for employment through post-secondary education, basic skill training, academic upgrading, or labour market programs. The supports may include sign language interpreters, tutors, note takers, readers and specialized technology.

Employer inquiries are welcomed.

Document Title and Description	Date (dd/mm/yy)	Format
Disability Related Employment Supports (DRES) This program provides assistance to Albertans in addressing the barriers to education and employment created by their disability.	24/09/09
Alberta Business Awards of Distinction Information of the award presented annually to an outstanding employer of persons with disabilities.
DRES Policy