SUMMER
CAREER CAMP
This Summer, Don’t Just Fill Their Calendar. Build Their Future.
3 Things Needed to Attend Career Camp
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Be between the ages of 14 - 21.
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Have an IEP or 504 Plan.
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Have a Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Referral.
2026 Career Camp Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Session 1 (10 Days)
June 8-19
50-Hour Camp (1-Hr lunch)
20 Hours- Job Exploration
20 Hours- Work Readiness
10 Hours- Self-Advocacy
Exploring Careers in STEM:
Session 2 (9 Days)
July 6-17
50-Hour Camp (1-Hr lunch)
20 Hours- Job Exploration
20 Hours- Work Readiness
10 Hours- Self-Advocacy
Customer Service and Clerical Careers:
July 6-17
50-Hour Camp (1-Hr lunch)
20 Hours- Job Exploration
20 Hours- Work Readiness
10 Hours- Self-Advocacy
Animal and Caretaking:Session 3 (10 Days)
From Idea to Empire: Be Your Own Boss:Session 4 (10 Days)
July 20-31
50-Hour Camp (1-Hr lunch)
20 Hours- Job Exploration
20 Hours- Work Readiness
10 Hours- Self-Advocacy
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Self-Advocacy
Learn to speak up and own their future.
(10-Hours)
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Job Exploration
Discover careers that fit their strengths.
(20-Hours)
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Work Readiness
Master skills for real-world success.
(20 Hours)
How to Apply
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Get a VR Referral
Contact your VR Counselor* for a Referral
*Don’t have a VR Counselor yet? No worries we can help! Give us a call at (904) 346-5100.
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Give Your Counselor this Information
Vendor Name: Hope Haven
Vendor #: VF590668485001
*We'll contact you when we receive your referral.
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Join Us for Camp & Get Career-Ready!
FAQs
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Career Camp is a free, inclusive summer program designed to help teens and young adults with disabilities explore career options, build workplace skills, and gain confidence. It’s open to students aged 14–22 who are enrolled in school and eligible for Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) services.
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Campers participate in hands-on job exploration, workplace readiness training, self-advocacy lessons, and mock interviews. Sessions are interactive, fun, and focused on building real-world skills that lead to future success.
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Career Camp is open to students ages 14–22 with a documented disability who are enrolled in school and meet the eligibility criteria for Florida’s Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) services.
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VR is a program funded by the State of Florida that helps individuals with disabilities prepare for and gain meaningful employment. Hope Haven partners with VR to offer Career Camp at no cost to families.
Learn More: VR- Steps for students to get started.
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Students may qualify for VR if they have a documented disability (such as autism, learning disabilities, ADHD, physical impairments, etc.) that impacts their ability to work. If you're unsure, our team can help guide you through the application process.
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Career Camp is free for eligible participants thanks to our partnership with Florida’s Vocational Rehabilitation program.
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Career Camp takes place at Hope Haven’s campus at 4600 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32207, during the spring, summer, and winter school breaks. Exact dates may vary year to year—check our website or contact us for current session info.
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While this is not a job placement program, campers leave with a stronger understanding of career paths, improved confidence, and essential pre-employment skills. Some sessions may include guest speakers, business tours, or simulated work activities.
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Our experienced team of educators, therapists, and support staff provides a safe, structured, and inclusive environment, with low camper-to-staff ratios. We meet students where they are—providing encouragement and strategies to help them succeed.
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Call us at 904-346-5100 or 👉 schedule a consult to get started today!
We can walk you through the VR referral process and help determine eligibility for this year’s program.
Our Programs & Services
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Assessments & Evaluations
Comprehensive evaluations to identify autism, ADHD, learning differences, and developmental delays.
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Academic Intervention (Tutoring)
One-on-one and small-group tutoring using research-based strategies tailored to how your child learns best.
Reading, math, executive function, and more. -
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Center for Educational Advocacy
Guidance for Families Navigating Special Education
We help families understand services, navigate IEP or 504 Plans, and collaborate with schools to ensure students receive the accommodations and support they need to succeed.
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Camp Hope
An inclusive summer day camp that combines art, literacy, STEAM, and movement through weekly color-themed experiences.
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Camp - Reading Academic
“Unlocking the Code of Reading”—a summer literacy camp for struggling readers.
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Career Camps (Spring, Summer, Winter)
Seasonal camps for teens and young adults with disabilities focused on job readiness, life skills, and independence.
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Discovery School
A year-round, inclusive early learning program for children (ages 3–5) with intellectual or developmental differences.
Small classrooms. On-site therapy. 236 days/year. -
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Hope After School
Inclusive after-school care for ages 3–22 with disabilities.
Academic support, life skills, social development, and fun in a structured, safe environment. -
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Mental Health Counseling
Compassionate counseling for individuals and families, in person or virtually.
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Social Skills Group
Helping Kids and Teens Build Real World Confidence
Our age-specific Social Skills Groups create a supportive space for children and teens to practice communication, emotional regulation, and peer interaction skills.
