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About EPRA

EPRA's unique vocational rehabilitation program focuses on building job skills and mastering the requirements of the workplace.

We believe that by returning individuals to work in an honest and dignified manner, the ideal of hope is communicated that recovery is possible.

How It works

  • CALL

    To start the process at EPRA, call (212) 947-1471.

  • SCREEN

    We will conduct a quick screening with you, also known as our Intake, to gather some information about your background to establish eligibility.

  • INVITE

    Once the Telephone Intake is done, you will be invited to our Orientation, where we will provide you with information about EPRA and the Adult Career and Continuing Education Services (ACCES-VR).

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ADMISSIONS CRITERIA

EPRA's program is designed to support and provide you with the resources necessary for attaining employment. In order to qualify for our program you must meet the following admission criteria:

  • Total abstinence from alcohol and all illicit substances

  • Unemployed or underemployed

  • Over the age of 18+

  • A resident of one of the five boroughs of New York City

  • Ongoing involvement with treatment or recent successful completion

  • Housing and financial stability

  • Demonstrate appropriate level of insight and coping skills needed to address vocational issues in a group setting

  • Additional documentation may be needed (e.g., psychiatric and/or medical evaluation, proof of eligibility to work in the U.S., etc.)

WHAT SETS US APART

EPRA's unique vocational rehabilitation program focuses on building job skills and mastering the requirements of the workplace, experiences that graduating clients can use to find and maintain employment during their recovery.

Our vocational rehabilitation program consists of:

  • EPRA is a comprehensive vocational rehabilitation program for individuals in recovery from substance and alcohol abuse. Our programs help clients explore vocational interests, identify transferable skills, re-enter the workforce, and sustain meaningful employment.

  • EPRA services have been developed, tested, and refined after years of program evaluation. Our ongoing focus is to conquer the common barriers faced by recovering individuals in their efforts to enter the workforce and, most importantly, listening to feedback from EPRA clients.

Our Services

  • Diagnostic Vocational Evaluation (DVE)

    The Diagnostic Vocational Evaluation (DVE) is a ten day program over a four-week period, offered each month and consists of group work and individual counseling sessions. Workskills-Assessments are given to determine academic and practical strengths and weaknesses.

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  • Job Placement

    Applicants demonstrating the ability to benefit from Job Readiness Training and/or Job Placement services work with an EPRA employment specialist on preparing for and accessing job opportunities.

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  • Situational Assessment Program (SAP)

    The Situational Assessment Program (SAP) offers clients the opportunity to participate in an internship in a chosen field of interest. Internships typically range from five to eight weeks with three days at an approved worksite and one day participating in process groups at EPRA.

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Meet the Team

  • Executive Staff

    DOROTHY ACEVEDO
    Administrative Director

    MARVA FLETCHER, MBA
    Executive Director

    SAIKETA MYERS, MSED, LMHC
    Clinical Director

  • Adminstrative

    Gismel Matos
    Administrative Assistant


    Marylou Nieves
    Administrative Assistant


    Taneisha James
    Receptionist

  • Board of Directors

    Judith Jordan President
    Constance Harper-West Vice President
    Suroosh Alvi
    Kathrine Mitchell

    PAST MEMBERS
    Adele Smithers d 2017
    George J. O’Donnell, ESQ. d 2011
    Eileen Kopf-Walker d 2022

  • Clinical

    Jennifer Fayerberg
    MSEd, CRC, LMHC, Senior Vocational Counselor


    Lateshia Charles
    MSEd, CRC, Vocational Counselor


    Bonnie Walker - CRPA
    Peer Specialist

  • Job Placement & Readiness

    David Robinson
    Employment Specialist

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