The California Subminimum Wage to Competitive Integrated Employment Project (CSP) is funded by a Disability Innovation Fund (DIF) grant. It offers a range of supports to boost Competitive Integrated Employment (CIE) outcomes. The goal is to enhance economic self-sufficiency, independence, and inclusion for Californians with significant disabilities who are in or considering subminimum wage jobs. This five-year project aims to create and implement effective practices across the state in support of CIE. The CSP grant runs from October 1, 2022, to September 30, 2027.
What Is CSP?
- 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.
Why Does CSP Matter?
- Ending outdated practices, like paying people with disabilities less than minimum wage, promotes fairness.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.
Why Is CSP Different?
- A Whole-Person Approach
CSP doesn’t just find people 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.
Who Do We Serve?
- Adults 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..
