Explore Career Options While
Keeping Your Disability Benefits
The Social Security Administration’s Ticket to Work Program supports career development for people with disabilities who want to find meaningful work. Social Security disability beneficiaries age 18 through 64 qualify. The program is free, voluntary, and helps people with all types of disabilities progress toward financial independence.
CareerSource Central Florida (CSCF) is a proud employment network partner of the Ticket to Work program. CSCF empowers individuals with disabilities to explore careers, gain employment, and increase their independence through meaningful work.
Are you ready to increase your income and keep your benefits while you work?
Ticket to Work
About CSCF and
the Ticket to Work Program
As an approved Workforce Employment Network with the Social Security Administration, CSCF equips Ticket to Work participants with the resources to take charge of their vocation, find a career that meets their individual needs, and contribute their talents to the Central Florida community.
Choosing to work can change your life. The Ticket to Work Program and Work Incentives allow you to keep your benefits while you explore employment. What are the benefits of working? You can earn more income, learn new skills, gain independence, feel fulfilled, meet new people, and be involved in the community.
There are several common myths about how working will affect disability benefits and Healthcare coverage. Here are the three most common and why they are wrong.
Success Stories
Success Story: Carol
“The CareerSource Central Florida team has been my lifeline. They’re welcoming, open, and have empathy, which makes everything less challenging and more accessible.”
Carol is a U.S. Marine Corps veteran with 20 years of experience in program management, patient advocacy, and education. After experiencing health challenges, Carol turned to us through the Ticket to Work program. We provided her with the guidance and empathy she needed to navigate opportunities.
Through the Access to Career Pathways Academy, Carol sharpened her skills, earned her Florida Ready to Work Certification, completed a 12-week internship, and stepped into a role as a teacher at Future Leaders Christian Academy. She now channels her advocacy, leadership, and dedication into inspiring the next generation of learners.
Support Throughout Your Career Journey
Life happens. We understand that challenges can get in the way of career progress. Our team can help you navigate barriers and stay focused on your goals. Your career journey starts with a conversation. Connect with our team and start exploring what’s possible.
