Mission Statement

“To empower individuals with disabilities with employers by providing the support, training, and advocacy needed to build meaningful, lasting careers.”

Vision Statement

“A workforce where every person—regardless of ability—has equal access to opportunity, dignity, and independence through purposeful employment.”

Our Values

At Next Step Ability Staffing, our values guide every interaction, every service, and every success we help create. We believe that meaningful employment is more than a paycheck — it is dignity, independence, and purpose. Our commitment is rooted in the belief that every individual has unique strengths, and with the right support, they can take the next step toward a thriving future.

Empowerment

We empower individuals by building confidence, teaching advocacy skills, and helping them recognize the abilities they already possess. We don’t just prepare people for jobs — we prepare them for independence.

Respect

We honor each person’s story, background, and journey. Every individual is deserving of dignity, compassion, and a service plan tailored to who they are.

Integrity

We operate with honesty, transparency, and trust. Families, schools, and VR partners rely on us — and we take that responsibility seriously.

Growth

We believe everyone can grow, including us. We strive to learn, improve, adapt, and innovate so our clients receive the highest-quality support possible.

Collaboration

Success happens when everyone works together — the client, the employer, the school, VR, and our team. We value strong partnerships that create real opportunities.

Commitment to Community

We exist to serve. Our mission is to strengthen Tennessee communities by helping individuals achieve independence and employers discover dedicated, trained talent.