Job Seekers
Are you looking to start a new job out in the community? Starkey offers a variety of employment services that will help you land and keep that first job!
If so, the first step is to apply to Kansas Rehabilitation Services with the help of a parent, guardian or a case manager. You can contact them at (316) 337-6546.
The Process
- A Vocational Rehabilitation counselor will interview you and do an assessment to learn your job preferences and find out areas where you may need extra support. Then they will work with you to create a vocational objective, or what kind of job you want to do.
- Your Rehabilitation counselor with make the referral to a job placement provider like Starkey.
- The Starkey team will work with your job goals and outline the expectations of the program. They will meet with you twice a month for job development, working on things like making a good first impression, concentrating on job tasks and getting along with teammates. They will also help you learn where to look for jobs, practice interviews with you and take you to job sites to try out jobs to see if they are a good fit.
- Once you are hired, a coach will be with you at the job site, teaching you how to do that specific job and staying with you for as long as you need, to make sure you feel comfortable. If you need accommodations or tools to do the job, your coach can make sure you have those. A job coach talks regularly with your supervisor, too, and can also help arrange transportation.
- Over time, as you become confident in your job and do not need as much training, the job coach will check in with you less frequently to make sure everything is going well. However, your coach is there for you any time you need!
Supported Employment Team
Becca Manahan
Becca is the Director of Employment services at Starkey.
With an impressive 24-year venture, Becca’s dedication and passion for her work shine through. She finds immense joy in being part of the Starkey family and feels rewarded seeing individuals reach and exceed their goals, even when they doubted themselves.
Outside of work, Becca enjoys spending time with her two very spoiled dogs, Belle and Chewy. Her two dogs keep her entertained and always on her toes! She loves yard work, immersing herself in crime shows or podcasts, hanging out with friends and volunteering in the special needs classroom at her church.
In Wichita, Becca’s favorite activities include attending theatre productions and watching live music at venues like Roxy’s Downtown, The Orpheum and The Cotillion.
Three words to describe Becca are loyal, generous, and diligent.
Favorite Quote: “You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough.” – Mae West
Brindi Stables
Brindi is the Community Employment and Benefits Coordinator at Starkey.
With almost a decade of dedication to our team, Brindi is passionate about the work she does every day at Starkey. When asked what she loves most about her job, Brindi described that people tend to underestimate themselves when it comes to working, and she loves watching the transformation and empowerment they feel when they finally land a job!
Outside of work, Brindi enjoys cheering on her oldest son at the baseball field, playing video games with her husband and kids, indulging in her love for crafting and crocheting, and baking anything with pumpkin.
Her favorite spot in Wichita is the Sedgwick County Zoo, where she and her family love exploring the reptile exhibit and rainforest, especially during the magical Wild Lights event in the fall.
Three words to describe Brindi are easygoing, enthusiastic, and creative.
Favorite Quote: “Believe you can and you’re halfway there.” – Theodore Roosevelt
Laura Mays
Laura is a Community Employment Specialist at Starkey.
Being a valuable member of the team since 2022, she is dedicated to breaking down barriers to employment and finds it incredibly rewarding to be part of such a transformative journey.
Laura has degrees in Elementary Education and Psychology/Human Services. She also has years of experience in business management and personally understands the positive impact that matching a community business partner with a qualified employee through Starkey Inc. can have on the entire team.
Laura is passionate about her role at Starkey, especially when she witnesses individuals mastering skills they once thought impossible. A Wisconsin native who has called Wichita home since 1993, Laura values the cultural diversity of the area. Outside of work, she enjoys attending sporting events, concerts, and food festivals with her family.
During football season, you will find her cheering for her beloved Green Bay Packers and K-State Wildcats. Some of her favorite places in Wichita include The Wichita Art Museum and Botanica, The Wichita Gardens.
Three words to describe Laura are energetic, sincere and passionate.
Favorite Quote: “I learned that courage was not the absence of fear, but the triumph over it.” – Nelson Mandela
Miranda Lomurno
Miranda is the Marketing Representative at Starkey.
She has been a valuable member of the Starkey team since 2007. With a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and a Master’s degree in Business Administration from Southwestern College, Miranda thrives on bridging the gap between the business and nonprofit sectors.
When asked what she likes about her job, she described how getting a job can be something that we often take for granted, but for some people with intellectual disabilities, it can completely change their whole world. She loves that she gets the opportunity to be a part of that.
Outside of work, Miranda enjoys cooking, watching sports, and spending time with her family, including her husband Joel and their two young daughters. In Wichita, she loves attending Wichita Thunder games with loved ones and dining at local restaurants.
Three words to describe Miranda are dependable, organized, and caring.
Favorite Quote: “Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle.” – Plato
Paige Minor
Paige is a Community Employment Specialist at Starkey.
Paige joined the team in 2024 after receiving her Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from Wichita State University in 2021. She is eager to continue growing with Starkey.
Paige loves her job because of the positive and impactful interactions that she gets to experience every day with the individuals that Starkey serves and with members of the community. Outside of work, Paige cherishes time spent with her loved ones, including her family, friends, fiancé, and her 105-lb. German shepherd, Hank.
She enjoys trips to the beach, soaking up the sun, and spending quality time with her church community.
In Wichita, Paige loves exploring the city’s local eateries and frequenting all of the coffee shops that the 316 has to offer.
Three words to describe Paige are compassionate, joyful, and attentive.
Favorite Quote: “True humility is not thinking less of yourself; it is thinking of yourself less.” –C.S. Lewis, “Mere Christianity”