"I can always count on Melvin! He always arrives early for his shifts, works well independently, and has a positive and pleasant attitude. The great thing about him is that he'll pick up someone else's shift without notice if someone doesn't come in."
- Patrick Evans, T.J.'s Restaurant, The Jefferson Hotel. Melvin was recently named "Restaurant Employee of the Year" by the Governor's Conference on Tourism.
Put Our Hands to Work for You
We have one of the most dedicated, eager, professional work forces in central Virginia. Our people have what it takes to get the job done, on-time and on-budget. Whether the work is full- or part-time, performed on-site at ARC's production facility or off-site, area employers can count on a dependable, loyal work force. Our people take great pride in the work they perform - and it shows!
Through partnerships with a variety of companies and federal government agencies, ARC Industrial Services (formerly Civitan Vocational Services) supports people with disabilities to successfully learn and utilize a wide range of vocational skills in a variety of center-based and community work settings. ARC Industrial Services staff focuses on the strengths, needs and preferences of individuals who are developing job skills. As a result, ARC Industrial Services programs create a WIN-WIN situation for both the individuals who participate and Richmond area employers.ARC Industrial Services supports men and women so they can:
- Learn the meaning, value and demands of work
- Transition into the general workforce
- Obtain and retain competitive employment
- Achieve their personal career goals
Off-Site
ARC offers specialized work force placements off-site in the areas of janitorial, police/fire/emergency/medical dispatch, warehouse operations, grounds maintenance & lawn care, data entry, recycling and administrative services through federal NISH contracts (formerly the National Industries for the Severely Handicapped). NISH assists The Greater Richmond ARC secure federal contracts under the Ability-One program, formerly known as the Javits-Wagner-O'Day (JWOD) Program.
On-Site: ARC Industrial Services Production Facility
With over 65,000 square feet of production workspace, including loading docks, racked warehouses, forklifts and automated equipment, work is done in a professional environment and supervised by a team of seasoned production managers. We maintain industry-standard quality control mechanisms.
What's more, we're paid by the job, not by the hour. Our goal is to exceed employers' expectations through our dedicated work force and a highly professional managerial staff. Our Document Scanning Services saves organizations time, money and storage space while ensuring the confidentiality of your data. Our Specialty Areas include Fulfillment, Kitting, Parts Assembly, Packaging and Mail serivces.
Vocational Rehabilitation - Community Employment Services
ARC helps individuals locate, obtain and retain competitive employment in community businesses through job training, development, assessment and follow-along. Special attention is given to matching personal skills and preferences in the areas of retail, childcare, foodservice, data entry and administrative support. Further, ARC also offers job coaching—professionals who work with individuals to ensure a good fit for our both our clients and the area businesses who employ them.
For more information on ARC Industrial Services, please contact IndustrialServices@RichmondARC.org.
For more information on Vocational Rehabilitation Services, please contact rehab@RichmondARC.org.
ARC Industrial Services is accredited by CARF (Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities). When the service or program you choose is CARF accredited, it means your provider has passed an in-depth review of its services.