PathwaysAbility
A complete hiring and retention solution for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Our Mission
Our mission is to create meaningful employment opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities by bridging the gap between talent and workplaces. We empower individuals with the skills, tools, and support they need to thrive, while helping employers build inclusive teams that grow stronger, more resilient, and more compassionate.
The PathwaysAbility Process
Discovery & Sourcing
We learn about your roles, sites, and goals, then connect you with candidates through trusted community partners and referrals.
Training & Preparation
Candidates complete short, role-specific training modules to ensure they are job-ready and confident.
Onboarding & Support
Employees receive accessible job aids, visual schedules, and manager guidance, along with ongoing coaching, therapy options, and caregiver circles.
Measurement & Growth
Track progress with dashboards that show compliance, impact, and opportunities for continuous improvement.
Why PathwaysAbility

For Employers
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End-to-end support: from sourcing to long-term retention
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Manager-friendly: quick training and on-demand consults
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Onboarding made simple: accessible tools and resources for every role
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Impact made visible: clear reporting to track progress and results

For Employees
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Employee-centered: coaching, mental health, and community supports
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Retention support: ongoing guidance to reduce stress and build confidence
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Accessible tools: job aids and visual schedules for daily success
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Evidence-ready: data dashboards to track progress and growth
Comprehensive Employee Support

Candidates who are trained and ready for your roles
We connect you with individuals who have completed role-specific training, ensuring they arrive prepared, confident, and able to contribute from day one.

Smooth onboarding with accessible tools
From job aids to visual schedules, we provide resources that make onboarding simple, inclusive, and effective for both employees and managers.

Employees supported inside and outside of work
Through coaching, mental health resources, and caregiver circles, we ensure employees feel supported not only in their roles but in their overall well-being.
The PathwaysAbility Edge
PathwaysAbility is more than a hiring program; it’s a complete solution for building inclusive workplaces that last. We make it simple for employers with practical tools, manager-friendly training, and on-demand support, while ensuring employees thrive through coaching, mental health resources, and community care. Backed by real data and measurable outcomes, PathwaysAbility helps you create a workplace that is not only inclusive, but resilient, engaged, and future-ready.
Get In Touch With PathwaysAbility
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