Department of Rehabilitation. For DOR, due process information is provided both verbally and in writing. This information is provided during the formal application process (intake). The student and parent/family receive the DOR Consumer Information Handbook and the DOR rehabilitation counselor also discusses civil rights, eligibility requirements, confidentiality, appeals procedures, and the Client Assistance Program. The application contains a statement documenting this information was provided, and requires the signature of the applicant, or if the applicant is under the age of 18 and is not an emancipated minor, requires the signature of the parent. For potentially eligible individuals, the DOR provides due process options (i.e., Administrative Review, Mediation, and Fair Hearing) to the individual during an initial meeting to discuss DOR Student Services. This meeting may occur individually with the student, with the student and his or her parents, guardians, and/or representatives, or with a group of students; the discussion may be held at the school, the DOR office, in a location in the community, or via phone conversation, as appropriate.
Department of Rehabilitation. DOR student services are available to individuals who have completed the intake process and found eligible. Below are program services for DOR consumers and potentially eligible students. Services are geared towards providing transition services to students as well as pathways to employment for adults. Transition Partnership Program - was designed to build partnerships between LEAs and DOR for the purposes of successfully transitioning students-DOR consumers into meaningful employment and/or secondary education. Under these contractual agreements, the DOR assigns a counselor to be actively involved with the students with a disability, ages 16 -21, and TPP. The DOR counselor determines eligibility and provides vocational rehabilitation services for at least one year prior to the students leaving high school. We can Work - is a contractual agreement between LEAs and DOR focusing on providing students with a disability, ages 16 – 21, with work experience. On-the-Job Training - is designed to enable individuals to receive a paid training opportunity on a job. A formal training agreement is established and agreed upon between the consumer, employer, and DOR.
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Department of Rehabilitation. Referrals for Individuals with ID/DD come to DOR in a number of ways. The preferred method is for the referral to come through the CVRC Service Coordinator and Employment Specialist as described in the section above. Referrals may also come from the school districts or individuals may self -refer. Once the DOR staff obtains referrals then the intake appointment can be scheduled. This appointment can take place at the DOR office or if needed at an offsite location as long as all parties feel safe.
Department of Rehabilitation. The Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE) is developed over several months of rehabilitation counseling. This document includes the employment goal, labor market information, steps to achieve the selected employment outcome, services to be provided, and client and counselor responsibilities. The IPE is to be developed 90 days from date of eligibility. It is signed by the client and counselor, if appropriate the parent or advocate is present. For Potentially Eligible (PE) student with a disability (SWD) referrals requesting Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) / DOR Student Services, appropriate referral forms will be completed and forwarded to local DOR unit designated Student Services staff. Once received, designated Student Services staff will contact student to provide the services. The definitions of a student with a disability is: A student with a disability is defined as an individual who meets the following criteria: Is not younger than 16 or older than 21 years (has not reached 22nd birthday).3 Is in secondary, postsecondary, or other recognized education program, including home school and alternative school programs. Is one or more of the following: Is eligible for, and receiving, special education or related services under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Is an individual with a disability for purposes of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. The Potentially Eligible (PE) student with a disability is not required to apply for VR services or have an IPE developed before receiving DOR Student Services. The DOR serves Potentially Eligible Students through the PE Case type. The purpose of offering services to PE Students is to provide early intervention to students with disability to support their participation in activities to maximize opportunities for future success. DOR Student Services can be utilized by assisting PE students to prepare for workplace success by exploring options, getting ready for work, and creating careers. There are five types of DOR Student Services available to the PE Student: Job Exploration Work-Based Learning Experiences Postsecondary Enrollment Counseling Workplace Readiness Training Instruction in Self Advocacy For consumers who are receiving Vocational Rehabilitation Services an IPE is necessary for services to be provided by DOR for a consumer. The IPE is reviewed at least annually with the client during a Plan Review meeting. If necessary, revisions and adjustments are made at that ...
Department of Rehabilitation. The following documents are used by DOR for eligibility, planning and service provision: Medical and psychological records DR 203, Student Services Request DR 205, Student Services Agreement DR 205A, Student Services Options DR 212, Notice of Eligibility and Priority of Services DR 215, Individual Plan for Employment DR 216, Plan Review DR 260, Consent to Release and Obtain Information DR 397A, Career Counseling Information and Referral Form A: Verification DR 397D, Pre-Employment Transition Services: Documentation of Completion for Youth Known to be Seeking Subminimum Wage Employment Progress Reports from Schools, Job Development Vendors, etc. DR 229 Closure Report DOR is able to release these documents once a signed “Consent to Release and Obtain Information” form is on record.
Department of Rehabilitation. Each DOR student with a disability/potentially eligible consumer will have a Rehabilitation Counselor and Service Coordinator assigned to them. Each DOR consumer who is receiving Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) services has a Rehabilitation Counselor and Service Coordinator assigned to them. The consumer may contact the Counselor or SC by phone or email. If neither is available, the consumer may call the main number and ask for the Counselor of the Day. Typically, the consumer will be working with a CRP in the community in order to obtain job coaching services and job readiness skills.
Department of Rehabilitation. The Department of Rehabilitation will develop an Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE) based on the information gathered during the PCP process. Evaluate data provided by the LEA and or IRC to determine CIE readiness and appropriate employment services. Placement in a business with needed supports for CIE-ready students and refer to community rehabilitation programs for additional assessment and or training as appropriate.
Department of Rehabilitation. Referral Process Secondary and post-secondary students ages 16-21 with an Individual Education Plan (IEP), 504 Plan, or considered to have a disabling condition may be Potentially Eligible (PE) for DOR Student Services. Referrals can be made through placement in a Transition Partnership Program, if available, or through submission of a completed DR 203 Student Services Request Form and a signed DR 260 Consent to Release Information to designated DOR Student Services team member(s). The LEA may also refer a student by inviting DOR Counselor to the IEP meeting. The DOR Counselor will provide the student and parents / guardians pertinent DOR information and collect necessary information to initiate application for DOR services. Students and non-students with a disability who intend to pursue Competitive Integrated Employment, and who require additional services may apply for full vocational rehabilitation (VR) services. Direct referrals for full VR services can be made through submission of DR 210, DR 222 or DS 1968, along with a signed DR 260 and relevant materials documenting an eligible disability. It is important that LPA partners discuss the referral with student / individual and family prior to sending the information to DOR. Upon receipt of referral information, designated DOR team will contact the interested student or individual and schedule initial meeting.
