Oklahoma's premier agency dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities. We don't just find jobs; we build sustainable, inclusive careers.
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We believe that abilities eclipse disabilities. When you partner with Job Connection LLC, you are gaining a dedicated team of experts advocating for your success in the Oklahoma workforce.
Our Employment Consultants act as your personal sales agents. We believe in the power of in-person job searching and direct door-knocking to bypass algorithms and secure the best possible match.
Once hired, for qualifying DRS contracts*, our dedicated Job Coaches step in to provide hands-on, 1-on-1 training at your new workplace to help build your confidence and independence.
*Depends on DRS contract; primarily available for Supportive Employment clients.
As the largest team in the state, from Tulsa to Lawton, we have the resources and network to support you wherever you are.
Breaking barriers. Building careers. Changing lives since 2005.
We are driven by a single goal: to empower and support individuals with disabilities in Oklahoma by providing the resources, advocacy, and training needed to secure meaningful employment and achieve greater self-sufficiency.
When Rick Fraley launched Job Connection LLC in 2005, we were starting from zero. Instead of aiming to be the biggest agency in the industry, we focused on being the most principled. Built on a foundation of hard work and uncompromised ethics, our startup has steadily grown into a trusted employment team where integrity drives every placement we make.
We owe our progress not to shortcuts, but to the people who share our values. Every step forward has been made possible by the unwavering collaboration of our community partners, dedicated DRS counselors, our passionate staff, and most importantly, the hard-working clients we serve.
"Like what a movie star or professional athlete has, we become your personal agent helping you find the job that is the right fit for you."
Richard Fraley
Program/State Manager
A tailored approach and dedicated support for individuals with all kinds of abilities.
We have simplified our approach into a single, comprehensive employment program tailored entirely to your needs. We believe that a rigid, one-size-fits-all approach doesn't work when building a career.
Whether you have prior work experience and just need a little help finding the right fit (Employment Retention), or you are entering the workforce for the first time and need hands-on support (Supportive Employment), we adapt our methods to help you achieve your career goals.
Utilizing personality assessments and work history overviews to pinpoint strong career fits.
In-person, direct marketing to inclusive local employers to bypass standard application algorithms.
We don't just leave once you're hired. From initial job coaching to ongoing follow-ups, our focus is on fostering your independence and long-term career success.
Our intensive, 3-day readiness course covers the entire spectrum of employment. We prepare you with essential life and career skills before you even step foot into an interview.
Participation requires specific OK DRS contract authorization and prior DRS approval.
Finding a job and keeping a job require different skills. That's why we utilize a specialized two-step approach designed to maximize your success in the workplace.
The matchmakers. They act as your personal advocates, utilizing a salesperson attitude and old-fashioned, in-person door-knocking to locate prospective employers, bypass online filters, and market your unique abilities directly to the local community.
Your professional mentors. For qualifying clients, they are on-site with you, providing patient, hands-on guidance to help you master daily tasks and transition smoothly into independence.
Please note: On-site Job Coaching depends on your specific OK DRS contract. Typically, only clients in the Supportive Employment program receive on-site job coaching services.
Access a pool of dedicated, pre-vetted talent with built-in, on-site training support—at absolutely no cost to your business.
Hiring individuals with disabilities isn't just inclusive—it's a highly strategic business decision. Our clients demonstrate lower turnover rates and unmatched dedication, and we provide the infrastructure to support their success.
We are incredibly proud to have partnered with multiple businesses and clients over the last 5 years who have been officially recognized and honored with the prestigious Oklahoma Governor's Disability Employment Award.
Because our services are contracted through Oklahoma DRS, you gain access to our extensive matchmaking and recruitment services without paying a dime in agency or placement fees.
Our Employment Consultants carefully assess your business needs. Many of our candidates have already completed our intensive 3-day Job Club, meaning they arrive prepared, professional, and ready to work.
For eligible hires, our Job Coaches provide free, on-site, 1-on-1 training. We help the candidate master your standard operating procedures, saving your management team valuable time.
Retention is our ultimate goal. With our ongoing follow-up support and the inherent dedication of our clients, partnering with us is a proven strategy to reduce costly employee turnover.
"Businesses employing individuals with disabilities experience up to 48% lower turnover and significantly higher overall retention."
— Source: Accenture & Disability:IN, "Getting to Equal" Report
Not quite ready to make a formal hire? You can still partner with us! By allowing our clients to conduct brief, supervised job shadowing or situational assessments at your business, you get a zero-risk preview of their incredible work ethic, and they gain invaluable experience.
Real people. Real jobs. Real impact. See how our advocacy changes lives.
We are incredibly honored that our clients and employment partners—including Aaron, Cyanna, and award-winning businesses Sam's Club (Owasso), The Melting Pot (Jenks), and Braum's (Broken Arrow)—were recently recognized at the Oklahoma Governor's Disability Employment Awards of Excellence. This highlights the very best in inclusive hiring and outstanding workplace dedication.
Cart Attendant, Sam's Club (Owasso)
Aaron started in January 2024 and has grown to become completely independent! This success is deeply shared by his employer. Manager Shannon Stearns and the entire front-end team at Sam's Club go out of their way to create a supportive environment, offering flexibility, teamwork, and a genuine commitment to inclusion every step of the way.
Individual & Business Awards
Hostess, The Melting Pot (Jenks)
Cyanna has been shining since May 2023, greeting every customer with warmth. Her success wouldn't be possible without Manager Rebekah Owens and The Melting Pot team. From day one, Rebekah opened the door to partnership, providing the flexibility, inclusion, and genuine care needed to make their employees truly successful.
Individual & Business Awards
Team Member, Braum's (Broken Arrow)
When a new team member started at Braum's, Manager Rebecca Williams and her team met her exactly where she was and saw her potential from day one. Their outstanding ability to accommodate different learning and communication styles helped our client gain incredible confidence and become a highly valued part of their team.
Business Award Winner
These are just a few of the thousands of lives changed and careers launched across Oklahoma since 2005. If you are a current or former client, or an employer partner with a great update to share, we would love to hear from you!
Reach out today. We are the agency you've been looking for.
Find your nearest Oklahoma Department of Rehabilitation Services office by calling (800) 487-4042.
Ask your local DRS to set up an appointment for Vocational Rehabilitation. Tell them you specifically want to work with Job Connection LLC.
Work with your counselor, and we will become your personal agents to find your perfect job match!
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State Contractor Status: Job Connection LLC operates as an independent contractor and authorized vendor for the Oklahoma Department of Rehabilitation Services (OK DRS). We are not a state agency. Authorization for services, including Job Coaching and Job Club participation, is determined exclusively by OK DRS counselors based on individual client contracts and eligibility.
No Guarantee of Employment: While Job Connection LLC boasts a strong track record of successful job placements, we do not and cannot guarantee employment, specific wages, or job retention. Employment outcomes depend on a variety of factors including employer needs, market conditions, and individual client participation.
Job Connection LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected class in the provision of our services or our hiring practices.
Job Connection LLC deeply respects the privacy of our clients and community partners. Photographs and personal success stories featured on this website are shared with prior consent. In some instances, high-quality stock photography may be utilized for illustrative purposes to further protect client privacy. If you or a family member appear on this website and you would like an image, name, or story removed or updated for any reason, please contact us at info@okjobconnection.com, and we will promptly and respectfully accommodate your request.
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Use of Information: Any information you provide is used strictly for the purpose of communicating with you regarding our employment services, answering your inquiries, or facilitating your OK DRS case. We will never sell, rent, or lease your personal information to third parties.
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