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What is the Ticket to Work Program and Employment Network?

The Ticket to Work Program supports career development for individuals age 18 through 64 who receive Social Security disability benefits (SSDI/ SSI) and want to work.

The Employment Network, referred to as EN, is a free employment service for Social Security’s Ticket to Work program which is responsible for providing benefits counseling, career counseling, and job placement services.

Technical College System of Georgia’s Office of Workforce Development is an authorized Employment Network for Social Security Administration’s (SSA) Ticket to Work Program and an affiliate member of American Dream Employment Network.

As a workforce EN, we have the capacity to deliver statewide virtual services, and the ability to provide participants a direct connection to services such as:

  • training and education in high demand industries
  • pre-employment and post-employment services

Participants have the advantage of receiving benefits and employment support from Certified Work Incentive Planners in addition to employment and training services provided by the One-Stop.

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If you receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits, are age 18 through 64 and you’re ready to return to work, we are here to support you. Whether you are entering the workforce for the first time, returning to work or currently working, WorkSource Georgia’s EN is equipped to support you in your journey to gainful employment.

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WorkSource Georgia’s Employment Network provides individuals who receive either SSI or SSDI benefits assistance in their return to work, including benefits counseling, career counseling, and job search assistance.

We are a good Employment Network for you if you are:

  • Looking to increase your income
  • interested in exploring your employment options
  • looking to keep your Medicaid/ Medicare while you work

Benefits of assigning your Ticket to WorkSource GA for EN services:

  • Guidance and support at every step
  • Your benefits are secured as you work
  • Clear communication with SSA on your behalf
  • We support you to understand your rights and protections under SSA
  • Management of all relevant SSA paperwork
  • Job readiness and placement support
  • Ongoing support reporting wages to SSA

What is the Ticket to Work Program?

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Ticket to Work Program in 5 Steps

  1. We develop a plan with you to help you go back to work
  2. We assign your Ticket to our EN and pause your medical review with SSA. We educate you in understanding your rights and protections under SSA.
  3. We support you to explore your employment options
  4. We check-in to help you stay on track and avoid problems
  5. You focus on work and enjoy benefits protection

Employment Network Services Participant Journey

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How can I make a Referral for Employment Network Services?

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