Thomas Schenk starts his Transitional Employment job at the Public Defender's Office.

          Congratulations to Thomas Schenck for getting a Transitional Employment position at the Public Defender’s Office. Thomas is the new Mail Clerk at the Public Defender’s Office.

  You may be wondering what a Transitional Employment job is. A Transitional Employment job is a part-term position at a local business where a member works alongside Vincent House staff to slowly reintegrate him or her into the work force. This work opportunity lasts about 6-9 months. It helps members gain employment skills to prepare them for a permanent employment position. Many people might not know this, but 85% - 90% of adults with severe and persistent mental illness are unemployed – some for several years and some for a life time. Transitional Employment allows members to get something recent on their resume and continue to build confidence while having a lot of support from Vincent House staff.  A few of the businesses we partner with are Sirata Beach Resort and Conference Center, Digigone, Northside Hospital, Suncoast Centers and the Public Defender’s Office for Pinellas and Pasco counties. We are thankful to our employment partnerships for showing that Recovery through Work is possible for those with mental illness.