Our Mission
The Hive’s mission is to empower individuals to become successful, independent professionals by offering personalized support that equips them with them with the resources and guidance needed to excel in competitive job markets.
What We Offer
The Hive is a certified vendor with Louisiana Rehabilitation Services (LRS) and a Medicaid provider of Supported Employment Services and offers a comprehensive pathway for individuals with disabilities to achieve and maintain employment.
Hive Services
- Prevocational Training
- Skills Development
- Job Coaching
- Job Retention
- Hands-on Training
- Job Stabilization
- Follow Along Services
Employer Benefits
- Tax Incentives
- Higher Retention
- Motivated Employees
- Efficiency through Innovation
- Potential Increased profit margins
- Reduction in Turnover Rates
- Free Service provided by The Hive
Benefits to Client
- Increased Independence and Pride
- Enhanced Self-Esteem
- Opportunities to build meaningful relationships
- Social Integration
- Skill Development
- Greater Financial Independence
Unlocking Potential Empowering Success
Career Specialists support employers by providing training, enhancing employee retention, and ensuring clear communication between employers and our Hive clients. They help align workforce strategies with business needs, promote inclusive hiring practices, advise on workplace accommodations, and assist in the successful integration of new employees.
Natalie Harrison, Hive Director
Natalie Harrison is a seasoned nonprofit leader with nearly a decade of progressive experience in the field of Supported Employment. In her various roles in the field, she has ensured high-quality service delivery and strategic program development. Natalie played a pivotal role in securing and implementing major funding, collaborated closely with Executive Leadership and strategized to effectively transition organizational restructuring and team performance.
Previously, Natalie has served as Director of Employment Services, Federal Program Manager, and Senior Vocational Administrator, where she supported program participants of Louisiana Rehabilitation Services (LRS), Ticket to Work (TTW) and National Industries for the Blind (NIB) in career exploration and achieving employment goals. Natalie has a passion for meeting people where they are supporting them on their journey toward success.
Her strengths include program development, grant management, compliance, team leadership, and outcome reporting—all grounded in a deep commitment to empowering individuals through meaningful employment opportunities.
Welcome Natalie!
Hive Goals:
Increasing your profit margin
Over the past five years, companies that have led on disability inclusion criteria over that time saw 1.6 time more revenue, 2.6 times more net income, and 2 times more economic profit than other companies… leaders are more likely to outperform industry peers in productivity by 24 percent.
Increase Motivation & Reduce Turnover
Individuals with disabilities are highly motivated to work because in addition to earning money, they experience social integration and participation…results in less absenteeism, tardiness, and employee turnover.
Providing You with Tax Incentives
Federal financial incentives include the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC), the Architectural Barrier Removal Tax Deduction, and the Disabled Access Credit, along with Louisiana Tax Credits.