The Nick Amster Workshop, Inc. is a non-profit organization and a subsidiary of the Wayne County Board of Developmental Disabilities.  Its purpose is to provide vocational employment and training for adults with mental retardation and developmental disabilities living in Wayne County.  The Workshop currently serves over 300 individuals throughout Wayne County. Services include sheltered employment, community employment, individual job placement services and job coaching.  Speech Therapy, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Nursing services are also available to the enrollees.

You can visit our website at www.nickamster.com

David Ashley, Adult Services Director
Phone: (330)345-7979 Fax: (330) 345-0996
E-Mail the Nick Amster Workshop

Nick Amster Workshop Volunteers

The Nick Amster Workshop has individuals working or volunteering in the community on a regular basis.  Individuals’ responsibilities range from general cleaning to detailed landscaping.  Employment in the community is a very rewarding experience as evidenced by very low turnover and great attendance by those employed or volunteering in community settings.

Individuals are trained in the following areas:

• Assembly Work
• Food Services
• Packaging
• Janitorial Services
• Mailing and Shipping
• Collating
• Sorting
• Stocking Shelves
• Warehouse Work

Please contact us at the Nick Amster Workshop if you are interested in Volunteering.