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Hang Ten: Riding the waves to employment
Ana Núñez and Betty Schoen
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AgendaOverview of Vocational Rehabilitation
(VR)Overview of Independent Living
Rehabilitation Services (ILRS)Role of Assistive Technology (AT) in VR
and ILHow to contact VR/IL to make a referral
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Program Breakdown
Department of Economic
Security(DES)
Department of Employment and
Rehabilitation Services(DERS)
Other Division Other Division
Rehabilitation Services
Administration(RSA)
Other Administration
Other Administration
Vocational Rehabilitation
(VR)
Independent Living
RehabilitationServices
(ILRS)
Other Section
Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA)Mission
Arizona Rehabilitation Services Administration will partner with eligible individuals who have disabilities to achieve employment outcomes and enhanced independence by offering comprehensive services and supports.
VisionIndividuals with disabilities will be
empowered to achieve their employment and independent living goals.
RSA Guiding PrinciplesPromote the transformative power of
independence through the achievement of client goals.
Facilitate and encourage full and active client participation.
Provide effective and quality services.Be creative and responsible in the provision of
services.Support community inclusion and social
development.Collaborate with community organizations,
Federal/State agencies, clients, employers, and businesses.
VR Eligibility CriteriaThe individual has:• A documented disability that• Results in substantial barriers to employment• The individual desires and is able to work
competitively• The individual requires VR services in order
to prepare for, obtain, retain, or regain employment
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Priority Category
First Priority- most significant disability related service needs
Second Priority- significant disability related service needs
Third Priority- less significant disability related service needs
VR Process
Intake
Eligibility decision and OOS
IPE Development
IPE Service Provision
Employment
Case closure
Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE)
Similar to IEP but with vocational focusObjectives Goals ResponsibilitiesServicesTimeline
VR ServicesServices are identified on a case by case basis in order to meet the individualized needs of all that apply.
AssessmentsVocational Guidance and counselingTrainingWork site evaluationJob Development and placementRehabilitation technology services and devices
More VR Services…
Career explorationDisability AwarenessJob-readinessWork Experience opportunities
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ILRS PurposeThe ILRS program is designed to enable individuals with significant disabilities to live and function more independently within their home or community.
ILRS promotes a philosophyof independent living, consumer control, peer support, self-help, self determination, equal access, leadership, empowerment, and productivity of individuals with disabilities.
ILRS Eligibility CriteriaThe presence of a significant physical, mental
or cognitive or sensory disability that limits an individual's ability to function independently in family or community or to engage or continue in employment
There is a reasonable expectation that independent living rehabilitation services will significantly assist the individual to improve his/her ability to function independently in family or community or to engage or continue in employment.
ILRS ProcessIntakeEligibility decision ILP DevelopmentILP Service ProvisionAttainment of IL Goal(s)Case closure
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Independent Living Plan (ILP)ILP goals are designed to increase and maintain independence in significant life areas. An ILP is not limited to only one goal, but should include the goals necessary and appropriate to meet the client's needs. Examples of primary goals related to the Independent Living Rehabilitation Services program that can be considered when developing the clients ILP:Self-Advocacy/Self Empowerment, communication,
mobility/transportation, community-based living, educational, self care, information access/technology, Personal Resource Management, Relocation from a Nursing Home or Institution, Community/Social Participation
ILRS ServicesAdaptive Driving & Vehicle ModificationsHand controls, Wheelchair lift
Home ModificationsWheelchair rampDoor wideningGrab bars
Rehabilitation Technology
How to get started…with VR or ILRS
AZRSA Central Office: 602-542-3332Toll-Free: 1-800-563-1221 TTY - Maricopa County: (602) 340-7771 TTY - Outside Maricopa County: 1-855-475-8194https://www.azdes.gov/rehabilitation_services/
Questions
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PresentersAna Núñez, Statewide Transition Coordinator
602-370-9220, [email protected] Betty Schoen, Region 1 Transition Specialist
602-542-6282, [email protected]
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