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First job gives Pittsburgh-area man with disabilities newfound confidence
July 21, 2026
KDKA's "On a Positive Note" highlights how Achieva's InVEST Project helped Jack find his first job and a sense of purpose. See how a partnership with Grandpa Joe's Candy Shop is creating meaningful employment opportunities and helping Jack build confidence and independence.
He's any Achieva janitorial supervisor's secret weapon, and now, he's an award-winner
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June 22, 2023
When Jason DePalma starts work at 9 a.m. every Monday, Wednesday and Friday At the Kiski Valley Police barracks, everyone knows it: His positive attitude echoes through the halls as he greets everyone with a cheerful "hello."
Achieva Employee Honored For Outstanding Job Performance
August 30, 2022
Alonzo Russell was honored among 32 dedicated awardees for demonstrating capability, dependability, and employability at the 2022 UniqueSource® Achievement Awards.