#BEST PRACTICES IN VR SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT TRIAL#
These evaluations explore applicants’ abilities, capabilities, and capacity to perform in a work environment.Īn extension to determining eligibility beyond the 60 calendar days (which start when a completed application is received) may be acceptable under two circumstances: (1) if a trial work experience is necessary or (2) if additional evidence is necessary to verify the applicant’s self-reported disability. evaluation to assess the work site environment for individuals with more severe disabilitiesĬlear and convincing evidence that an SSI/SSDI benefits recipient cannot benefit from VR services in terms of an employment outcome can be obtained by providing a trial work experience or through an extended evaluation period, as appropriate.The following evaluation options from external sources may aid in determining the severity of an applicant’s disability: However, the VR counselor may still find clear and convincing evidence that an applicant is incapable of benefitting from VR services in terms of an employment outcome due to the severity of an applicant’s disability. If VR staff have verified that the applicant is receiving SSI and/or SSDI, the applicant is presumed eligible for VR services. It is presumed that an individual with a physical or mental impairment that constitutes a substantial impediment to employment will benefit from VR services. The VR counselor must determine eligibility within 60 calendar days of the completion and submission of an application, or an application extension must be on file prior to day 60. the individual provides a copy of their tribal enrollment documentation (i.e., card, certificate, or Bureau of Indian Affairs-issued Degree of Indian Blood Certificate.) Applications are accepted regardless of financial status.the individual meets with the counselor or AIVRS project representative to learn about services and participant rights and responsibilities and.the individual signs the necessary release forms to gather information or complete assessments for eligibility determination, and completes the assessment process necessary to determine eligibility.the individual signs an application that includes their name, address, age, gender, telephone number, Social Security number, and nature of the disability.The application process is complete once the following steps have been completed to determine eligibility:
In addition, if the applicant requires a home visit this should also be accommodated. The next appropriate step is to ensure that, if an applicant requires their native language to be spoken during interviews, arrangements are made for an interpreter.
Additional relevant information may include work experience, academic history, social involvement, medical history, and legal history. This involves ensuring that the applicant meets the six eligibility criteria for services, per 34 CFR 371.21(A)-(J). In the application step of the VR process, the counselor gathers information to determine the applicant’s eligibility or ineligibility for VR services. This document is intended to provide general guidelines and suggestions for activities and materials that may be needed to complete the referral process.
Keep in mind that there are variations in the referral process : f or example, if a potential applicant calls the office directly, staff may complete the referral over the telephone.
The process from referral to closure must be tracked and monitored. It is best practice to respond to referrals within at least 21 days ( although projects differ in response time d epending on their policy and location ). The response from AIVRS project staff to a referral must be prompt and unbiased, according to established guidelines, policies, and procedures. Once individuals express an interest in VR services, they must be provided with sufficient information to determine whether or not to pursue services. Referrals to VR services can be made by individual s, family member s, or representative s from outside agenc ies, educational institution s, and organization s.
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