"I love the CSP environment and have met a lot of friends in my classes. I have gained a lot of skills including computers and social skills which has helped me find a job that I like. I am working with kids right now as a sports staff aide." -- Josh

Everyone has the potential to contribute, and everyone deserves the opportunity to shine.

Welcome to California's Career Support Pathway (CSP)!

The California Subminimum Wage to Competitive Integrated Employment Project

- A statewide effort to help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) get real jobs for real pay in their communities.
- The CSP combines education, employment, and family supports into one coordinated system.
Ending outdated practices, like paying people with disabilities less than minimum wage, promotes fairness. CSP supports California’s goal under SB 639 to end subminimum wage jobs by January 1, 2025.
A Whole-Person Approach CSP doesn’t just find jobs. It builds lasting futures with:
- Higher education
- Paid work experience
- Assistive technology
- Mentorship
- Family and community connections
Barrier-Breaking Innovations
- Transportation solutions tailored to individual needs
- Family Resource Center partners connect participants and families with support Assistive technology like screen readers, video magnifiers, and speech apps aid success
Proven Results, Growing Impact
- Already Serving: Over 160 individuals enrolled in two regions
- Successes include students pursuing higher education, getting competitive jobs, and gaining self-confidence through community engagement.
- Adults aged 18 and older
- Individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities (I/DD) who were in subminimum wage jobs or at risk of such employment
- Must be a client of the Department of Rehabilitation (DOR); CSP staff can assist with enrollment.

CSP partners with each participant to build employment skills with the following personalized resources and opportunities:

Educational Services & Support

CSP participants can access inclusive, college-based education. This helps them develop academic, personal, and job skills.

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Employment-focused Curriculum

CSP provides courses that focus on career exploration and skill building for the workplace.

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1:1 Employment Services

Each CSP participant gets tailored employment services to fit their unique goals and abilities.

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Peer Mentorship Opportunities

Participants don’t have to go it alone—CSP Peer Mentors are here to help.

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Customized Employment Services

Many CSP participants benefit from traditional job development. However, Customized Employment is for individuals with significant barriers to job searching.

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