SUPPORTING HEALTHY COMMUNITIES
Health care and social assistance professionals play a crucial role in maintaining the well-being of individuals in our communities. When you work at a hospital or senior living facility, you support the individuals and their families when they are at their most vulnerable. These roles offer a sense of purpose, stability, and the chance to make a lasting impact.
BCI’s Health Care & Social Assistance Support Program offers job training that equips participants with the skills necessary for successful careers in the health care industry. Our vocational training programs are designed for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), focusing on practical skills, communication, and professionalism.
WHY CHOOSE BCI’S HEALTH CARE & SOCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM?
Our Health Care & Social Assistance Program is an ideal match for those looking to make a positive impact in their communities by playing a vital role in the upkeep and maintenance of health care facilities.
Targeted Health Care & Social Assistance Programs
Our courses provide personalized support and vocational training to help students feel confident and ready to pursue competitive employment opportunities in the health care sector. Our dedicated staff works closely with each program participant to meet their unique needs every step of the way.
Hands-On Health Care Job Training
Our courses provide participants with essential skills to work in hospitals, senior living centers, and other health care facilities. From basic sanitation practices to professional communication, students gain real-world job experience that helps them succeed in the position of their choice.
Supported Health Care Job Placements
BCI’s partnerships with local hospitals, senior living facilities, and community organizations guarantee that program graduates have access to meaningful job placements. We connect participants with employers who value diversity and inclusivity, creating reachable opportunities for growth and success.
HOW THE HEALTH CARE & SOCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM WORKS
The BCI Skills Center is a state-of-the-art vocational training facility dedicated to empowering adults with disabilities through job training programs. Our Health Care & Social Assistance Support Program helps participants develop the professional skills to succeed in a wide range of roles.
Step 1: Assessment and Enrollment
Each applicant completes a brief trial related to the Health Care & Social Assistance Program to determine if the coursework and line of work are an appropriate fit for them. If the vocation isn’t a good fit, applicants are guided toward other training opportunities or employment services better aligned with their strengths and interests.
Step 2: Customized Curriculum
Over the course of the program, students receive instruction in various areas such as sanitation procedures, patient interaction, and safety protocols. Soft skills, such as communication, punctuality, and teamwork, are also key focuses.
Step 3: Real-World Application
Students apply what they’ve learned in real health care settings, including hospitals and senior living facilities. BCI’s experienced staff works closely with employers to monitor progress and support each student’s growth.
Step 4: Program Completion and Job Placement
Upon completing 120 hours of comprehensive training in both vocational and soft skills, graduates are connected with inclusive employers in health care and social assistance roles. We work to match participants with positions that fit their skills and career aspirations, supporting long-term success.
For more information on our vocational training programs, visit our FAQs page.
AVAILABLE COURSES
BCI’s collaborative approach helps young adults develop essential work habits and secure jobs in health care and related fields. All programs are accredited by the Missouri Department of Higher Education. Tuition is often covered by county or state funding, and scholarships may also be available.
Partnership with BJC HealthCare
BCI partners with BJC HealthCare to offer job training for housekeeper positions within their Facilities Services team. This training program educates participants on how to maintain clean and sterile environments in hospitals and health care settings. Students will also participate in class presentations, discussions, and hands-on training activities. Coursework will be completed at Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital in Creve Coeur, Mo.
Upon successful completion and hiring, graduates of the program will start their careers as housekeepers within one of three BJC hospitals: Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital, St. Louis Children’s Hospital in St. Louis, Mo., or Progress West Hospital in O’Fallon, Mo.
General Program
The General Health Care & Social Assistance Program trains individuals to work in housekeeping teams for any of our employment partners. Students will participate in class presentations, discussions, and hands-on training activities as they learn what it’s like to play a vital role in creating a comfortable and safe environment in a senior living facility or similar setting. All coursework will be completed at The Boulevard Senior Living in St. Charles. Students will be placed at one of our senior living or health care employment partners after successfully completing the program.