Become a “Partners In Business” Supported Employment Employer

As a local business or organization you can provide a meaningful work experience for an adult with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Actual Benefits to hiring an individual supported by The Arc of Southern Maryland

• One time federal tax credit available to employers who hire new employee(s) with disabilities.  The Credit is:
• Up to 40% of the first $6,000 in paid wages ($2,400 per employee) if the individual works a minimum of 180 days or 400 hours
• Up to 25% of the first $6,000 in paid wages ($1,500 per employee) if the individual works a minimum of 120 hours but less than 400 hours

• The Employer may:
• Claim an unlimited number of employees
• Claim the tax credit along with the Maryland’s Employment Opportunity Tax Credit (EOC), Disability Employment Tax Credit (MDETC), and Enterprise Zone tax credits if the employee is qualified

To be a ‘Partner in Business’ Supported Employment Site Contact:
Ron Mould at 410-535-2413 Ext. 107 or email at