The following organizations offer training programs for EPICenter members:
Beacon Group Supported Employment
About Beacon Group
- Website: BeaconGroup.org
- Phone Number: 520-622-4874
- Address: 308 W. Glenn St., Tucson, AZ 85705
- Hours of Operation: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
The Program
- About: Offers paid, on-site supervised work in the community for individuals and groups
- Services: Job coaching guidance available as needed
- Additionally: Employment is identified through an exploration of experience, education, abilities, and interests
- Training Opportunities: Soft skills such as attendance, personal hygiene, and effective communication
- Requirements: Must have a referral from DDD, Vocational Rehabilitation, and/or from the Behavioral Health system
- Other Information: Beacon Group supports these 7 core principles
- Consumer Choice: No one is excluded from participation
- Integrated Services: Employment specialists coordinate with others involved in your care
- Competitive Jobs: Pay at least minimum wage
- Benefits Counseling: Ensure you are aware of how work can impact your disability benefits
- Timely Support: Employment specialists help look for jobs soon after they enter the program
- Continuous Support: Employment Specialists provided ongoing support as needed
- Consumer Preferences: Choices about work are based on preferences, strengths, and experience
Steps to Get Involved
Contact by Phone or Online
- Call Beacon at 520-622-4874
- Contact Us Form online at BeaconGroup.org
EPICenter Assistance
- Work with EPICenter’s Recovery Coordinator to schedule a visit and submit a referral
Cafe 54
About Cafe 54
- Website: : Cafe54.org
- Phone Number: 520-622-1907
- Address: : 54 E. Pennington Street, Tucson, AZ, 85701
- Hours of Operation: : Monday to Friday, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
The Program
- About: Café 54 is a program of Coyote Task Force
- Program Duration: 4 months
- Requirements: Be 18+ and enrolled with AHCCCS
- Training Opportunities: Cook; Pastry Chef; Cashier; and Dishwasher
- Services Offered: Job Training; Resume Preparation; Interview Practice; Assistance with Job Placement
Steps to Get Involved
Schedule a Visit
- Call the Café (520-622-1907) and schedule a tour with the program manager
- Complete the visit and tour with a staff member at Cafe 54. You can invite a family member, trusted adult, or peer support to join you if it will be helpful
After your Visit
- If you are interested, please inform EPICenter’s Recovery Coordinator who will schedule a meeting
- After this meeting, staff at Café 54 will call to inform you of the next steps in the process
Camp Wellness
About Camp Wellness
- Website: CampWellness.org
- Phone Number: 520-621-7473
- Address: 1030 N. Alvernon Way, Tucson, AZ 85711
- Customer Service Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
The Program
- About: A 9-week program that is customizable to your wellness goals
- Program Information: Offers an expert team of wellness professionals with lived experience
- Services: Flexible class schedules built to meet your availability
- Special Services Available: Stress Management and Meditation, Exercise and Nutrition Workshops
- Additionally: Lunches and Interactive Cooking Skills
- Requirements: Be 18+, Enrolled in AHCCCS and Arizona Complete Health or Banner University Family Plan
Steps to Get Involved
Contact Camp Wellness
- By Phone: 520-621-7473
- Submit an application: Found online, by email: HWCenter@Arizona.edu
EPICenter Assistance
- Work with EPICenter’s Recovery Coordinator to send a Specialty Provider Referral to FCMReferrals@Email.Arizona.edu or faxed to 520-621-6663