Washington State Department of Services for the Blind

New Participant Handbook

Table of Contents

Vocational Rehabilitation Program

• Introduction to the Department of Services for the Blind Vocational Rehabilitation Program
• The Purpose and Philosophy of the Department of Services for the Blind Vocational Rehabilitation Program
• List of Vocational Rehabilitation Services
• A Step-by-Step Guide to the Vocational Rehabilitation Program

Application and Eligibility

• Applying for the Vocational Rehabilitation Program
• The Initial Interview
• Eligibility Criteria for the Vocational Rehabilitation Program

Informed Choice

• The Participant’s Informed Choice in the Vocational Rehabilitation Program

Pre-Plan Development

• Working in a Successful Partnership with Your Vocational Rehabilitation Lead Counselor
• Developing a Plan for Employment
• Pre-Vocational Skills Assessment
• Job Readiness
  

Plan

• Individual Plan for Employment

Case Closure

• Case Closure in the Vocational Rehabilitation Program

Post-Employment Services

• Post-Employment Services

Rights and Remedies

• Your Rights and Remedies as a Participant in the Vocational Rehabilitation Program
• Client Assistance Program

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