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Waterbury HR official says partnership with BRS has led to about 10 hires of people with disabilities
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Sherry Lam, assistant director of human resources for the City of Waterbury, described a partnership with BRS begun in 2021 that has produced close to 10 hires and support for roughly 40 consumers; Lam highlighted weekly counselor contact, on-site training, and positive workplace outcomes.
Sherry Lam, assistant director of human resources for the City of Waterbury, said the city’s partnership with BRS, begun in 2021, has helped the city hire roughly 10 people with disabilities and has supported discussions about about 40 potential candidates.
Lam told the meeting that the relationship started after a cold call from BRS and that "At the time, Reyna Hall was the BRS counselor." She said the initial meeting raised many questions about the scope of BRS services but ultimately led to a sustained collaboration because the program…
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