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THE BEAN: Brightside Empower Ability Network

Our Mission

 In 2024, the employment rate in the United States for our friends with special abilities was 22.7% compared to the 65.5% of people without special abilities. This is still consistent today and remains a 42.8% difference for employment opportunities for those with special abilities. 


Brightside Forever Foundation is passionate about helping other businesses in our community hire people in the special ability community so that EVERY person in our community gets to work, live, and play here! This brings inclusion to every aspect of our lives and makes it a part of our everyday life! 

  

THE Bean: What We Can offer You

Information on Hiring 

Provide Information and training to businesses who are willing to learn about employing adults with 

special abilities.


Mentorship 

Mentor and guide businesses in the hiring process by giving access to training by the BEAN.


Connection to BEAN

Member of the BEAN will receive access to waiting list of potential employees, mentor for employee if needed, and a BEAN logo to place on website, and door.

Contact Us

The BEAN will begin on March 18, 2026 at 9:30am and will meet 1 day for 4 weeks. To get more information contact Brightside Forever Foundation at brightsidecafebuford@gmail.com.

THE BEAN MEMBERS

Click on the logo to see the business website

Video

Bailey's Roofing takes on the bean

Hear from Erik Bailey and the Bailey's Roofing Crew about how Andy has blessed their lives! The stories, the good times, the difference made through a door knock or a social media video...that is why the BEAN is important!

Scalp Garden Takes on the bean

Hear from Christine about how she has been able to integrate goal setting into the weekly task she has for John and Stephanie. John shows off his folding towels and goodie bag making skills for the customers. What we love most is that they are learning all about the services that are offered at their business.

The Scheiderich Agency takes on the bean

Michael Schiederich explains why he gave the BEAN a try. Since hiring Natalie his office has learned new ways to have fun on Fridays and found new ways to tackle social media. 

JOBS AVAILABLE

Elevation Autism

The Center Assistant

 Position Type:  Part-time, On-site  

Location:  4285 Jim Moore Rd Ste 200, Dacula, GA, 30019 


The Center Assistant supports daily operations of the clinic by helping prepare learning materials, organizing shared spaces, and assisting with basic center tasks. This role is designed to provide meaningful work experience for young adults with developmental disabilities through structured, supported responsibilities. Center Assistants play a key role in keeping the environment welcoming, organized, and ready for learners and staff.   

APPLY HERE

City wide

Office Cleaner/Janitorial Staff

Part-Time, On-Site

Location: City Wide Office and other office locations


The Office Cleaner is responsible for maintaining a clean, sanitary, and organized work environment. This role ensures that office spaces, common areas, and restrooms are kept in

excellent condition to support a safe and productive workplace. The Office Cleaner supports the office staff in cleaning the office 1-2 times a week, completing different tasks set for specific

days. This role is designed to provide meaningful work experiences for young adults with special abilities through structures and supported responsibilities. The Office Cleaner plays a

key role in keeping the offices maintained, clean, and work ready for the office staff.

Apply Here

Stayed tuned to more job postings soon

Stayed tuned to more job postings soon

Stayed tuned to more job postings soon

 

Video Assistant 

(Flexible & Fun Opportunity)

Location: Buford, GA 

Job Type: Part-Time, On-site


Looking for a reliable and enthusiastic individual to join me once a week for 2–3 hours to help create short-form video content.

 You will visit homes and local businesses, capturing simple, natural videos (typically 20–30 seconds each). Several clips will be recorded during each session. No editing or technical experience is required—just the ability to use an iPhone to record steady, clear video.


What You’ll Do:

  • Record short video clips using an iPhone
  • Travel with me to different locations (homes, businesses, events)
  • Help capture engaging, behind-the-scenes style content


What You Don’t Need:

  • No video editing skills
  • No professional equipment
  • No prior experience required


What I’m Looking For:

  • Positive attitude and dependable
  • Comfortable being out and about for a few hours
  • Able to follow simple direction and capture video clips


Details:

  • 1 day per week (2–3 hours)
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Transportation options available

APPLY Here

Stayed tuned to more job postings soon

Stayed tuned to more job postings soon

Stayed tuned to more job postings soon

As we train more businesses through the BEAN we will be posting more job opportunities. If you have any questions about a job please email brightsidecafebuford@gmail.com for more detailed information. One way to get all of the updates is to apply to Brightside Cafe and get on our wait list. 

Brightside Cafe

554 West Main Street, Buford, Georgia 30518, United States

(678) 765-0198

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