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The Arc Knox County/Sunshine Industries

Knoxville, TN, US • 20 - 49 Employees
Non-Profit

Our MissionThe Knox County ARC is a non-profit organization that is committed to providing programs and services for people with mental disabilities in Knox County; to safeguard their rights and protect their welfare; and to help each individual achieve the highest possible level of personal growth and independence. The Arc Knox County was founded in 1953.Sunshine Services is owned and operated by the Knox County ARC, a private, non-profit corporation governed by a voluntary Board of Directors. Sunshine Services consists of a number of programs for individuals with disabilities. These programs consist of an Early Intervention Program, Residential Programs, Leisure Services, Retirement Program, Supported Employment, and Sunshine Industries.Sunshine Industries consists of: Providing short term vocational training and long-term sheltered employment to adults with disabilitiesWork includes light industrial subcontract jobs for local businessesEmployees learn work skills and good work habitsEnclaves at various community sitesSupported employment offers job placement in the communityAvailable Services:CollatingAssemblyShrink wrapping itemsPrint shop hand work (labeling, stapling and mailers)Packaging productsSorting