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Utah 2011 Supported Work Independence (HB 45)
September 11, 2015
“This bill makes the pilot program for provision of supported employment services, contained in the Services to People With Disabilities Chapter of the Utah Human Services Code, into an ongoing program. The program is designed to assist individuals with ...
Utah “Employment First Strategic Plan”
September 11, 2015
“Our Mission: to ensure services offered by DSPD emphasize, promote, and support competitive, integrated and community-based employment for people with disabilities.” The “Strategic Issues” include, stakeholder education, financing and ...
Utah Division of Services for People with Disabilities Annual Report (2015)
September 11, 2015
“Supported Employment helps adults with disabilities obtain, maintain, and advance in competitive employment in integrated work settings paying minimum wage or more. These services are provided individually or in groups, with a job coach or co-worker ...
MA DDS Employment First Initiative - Progress Report
September 11, 2015
“For the operation of a pilot program to support individuals with disabilities transitioning from employment services offered at sheltered workshops to community-based employment or day support program services as part of the commonwealth's ...
MA DDS Employment First Policy
September 11, 2015
“This policy, known as the ‘Employment First’ policy, establishes that for working age adults served by the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, integrated, individual employment is the preferred service option and optimal ...
Utah Employment First Partnership
September 11, 2015
The Utah Employment First Partnership is a commitment among the Utah Department of Work Force Services (DWS), the Division of Services for People with Disabilities (DSPD), and the Utah State Office of Rehabilitation (USOR) to improve state government services ...
MO Division of Developmental Disabilities - Employment First
September 11, 2015
~~“The Missouri Division of Developmental Disabilities along with our partners, including the individuals we support, community provider agencies, other state and local funding agencies are committed to enhancing community employmentoptions for persons ...
MA Blueprint for Success: Partnerships
September 11, 2015
"In July 2013, the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) Commissioner Elin Howe appointed a group of disability providers, advocates and DDS leaders to examine day and employment support programs for adults with intellectual disabilities (ID). The ...
MO HealthNet Eligibility
September 11, 2015
“In response to concerns raised by Pilot Communities, the Division of DD and the Family Support Division within Social Services developed a new protocol allowing the Medicaid application to be submitted up to 90 days prior to a student’s ...
Show Me Careers: Missouri's Transition-to-Employment Collaborative
September 11, 2015
“The Show-Me-Careers project targets youth ages 16-30 with I/DD who are transitioning from secondary or post-secondary educational settings to community employment. Show-Me-Careers is funded by the Administration on Intellectual and Developmental ...
Arizona Developmental Disabilities Planning Council (ADDPC)
July 30, 2015
~~“A staff of six assists the all-volunteer Arizona Developmental Disabilities Planning Council, which is made up of individuals with disabilities, family members, professional stakeholders and state agency representatives appointed by the Governor of ...
Utah Division of Services for People with Disabilities Customized Employment Initiative
September 11, 2015
“The Utah Division of Services for People with Disabilities & Griffin-Hammis Associates is sponsoring a six-session year-long training series resulting in an optional National Certification in Community Employment Services through the Association of ...
The Lanterman Developmental Disabilities Services Act (AB 1041)
July 31, 2015
“The Lanterman Developmental Disabilities Services Act authorizes the State Department of Developmental Services to contract with regional centers to provide support and services to individuals with developmental disabilities.” “This ...
MO Ticket to Work
September 11, 2015
The Ticket to Work and Work Incentive Act of 1999 established an employment program for people who want to go to work that receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. The program was designed ...
MO Partnerships in Employment - "Show Me Careers"
September 11, 2015
Show Me Careers: This project will address the needs of youth and young adults ages 16 to 30 with developmental and intellectual disabilities (DD/ID) who are in the process of transitioning from secondary or post-secondary education settings to community ...
Vermont State System of Care Plan for Developmental Disabilities Services, FY 2018-2020
September 11, 2015
“The Plan is intended to help people with developmental disabilities, their families, advocates, service providers and policy makers understand how resources for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families are managed. It lays out ...
Maryland Executive Order 01.01.2007.13
September 11, 2015
"It is the policy of the State of Maryland to ensure a smooth and effective transition for all students with disabilities from secondary education to adult services such as postsecondary education and employment; and to provide transition planning for ...
NE Project SEARCH
September 11, 2015
“Project SEARCH helps students with disabilities learn vocational and competitive skills to help them enter the workplace and to become more independent in the work environment. Nebraska VR will expand Project SEARCH and its services for students ...
WA County Services for Working Age Adults Policy 4.11
September 11, 2015
“This policy establishes employment supports as the first use of employment and day program funds for working age adults and ensures that after nine months of employment services the person may choose Community Access. The policy establishes guidelines ...
Blueprint for Reform for Individuals with Disabilities
July 31, 2015
“The California Department of Rehabilitation (DOR), California Department of Education (CDE), and California Department of Developmental Services (DDS) have entered into a new agreement consistent with the State's ‘Employment First’ ...
WA State Governor’s Executive Order 13-02 - Employment of people with disabilities
September 11, 2015
Executive Order 13-02 includes several directives including a Disability Employment Challenge that establishes a goal of five percent of Washington state government’s workforce being comprised of persons living with a disability. A Disability Employment ...
WA Department of Human Resources Supported Employment Program
September 11, 2015
“The Supported Employment in State Government (SESG) Program, RCW 41.04 was adopted by the Legislature in 1999 and provides paid competitive employment opportunities for individuals with developmental and other significant disabilities in integrated ...
WA Jobs by 21 Partnership Project
September 11, 2015
“In 2007 the Washington state legislature developed the Jobs by 21 Partnership Project to identify and demonstrate best practices in sustainable partnerships among Washington’s school and adult service systems in increasing employment of young ...
WA Jobs by 21 Partnership Project
September 11, 2015
“In 2007 the Washington state legislature developed the Jobs by 21 Partnership Project to identify and demonstrate best practices in sustainable partnerships among Washington’s school and adult service systems in increasing employment of ...
MD Department of Disabilities Employment First
September 12, 2015
In November of 2014, MDOD was designated the Lead State Agency for a technical assistance opportunity through the US Department of Labor Office on Disability Employment Policy (ODEP). The Employment First Core State Leadership Mentoring Program will provide ...
MD Developmental Disabilities Administration Position Statement on Employment Services
September 12, 2015
"In 2008, the Developmental Disabilities Administration’s (DDA) engaged stakeholders in an intensive strategic planning process, including planning to improve employment outcomes for people with developmental disabilities in Maryland. The following ...
Employment First in Maryland
September 12, 2015
In 2008/2009, the Developmental Disabilities Administration’s (DDA) engaged stakeholders in an intensive strategic planning process, including planning to improve employment outcomes for people with developmental disabilities in Maryland. The ...
MD Governor’s Interagency Transition Council (IATC)
September 12, 2015
~~The Interagency Transition Council for Youth with Disabilities (IATC) is a partnership of State and local government agencies, educators, family members and advocates. The IATC's purpose is to help improve the policies and practices that affect Maryland ...
Maryland Governor’s Transitioning Youth Initiative (GTYI)
September 12, 2015
~~“Transitioning Youth comprise a special category of eligibility and priority for services. Through the Governor's Transitioning Youth Initiative the DDA, in collaboration with the Division of Rehabilitative Services (DORS), has been able to fund ...
California Limited Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP)
July 31, 2015
~“The Limited Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP) is designed to help persons with disabilities get jobs in the California state civil service. LEAP is an alternative to the traditional testing process, allowing applicants to demonstrate ...
Maryland Center for Developmental Disabilities
September 12, 2015
~~“The Maryland Center for Developmental Disabilities is one of a national network of University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities funded by the Administration on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.Our mission is to provide ...
Annual Maryland Transition Conference
September 12, 2015
Sponsored by the Governor's Interagency Transition Council, for Youth with Disabilities. Topics Include:EmploymentPostsecondary EducationAdult Service LinkagesAccommodations & SupportsYouth Development & LeadershipHousing
Maryland Disability WorkFORCE Information Exchange
September 12, 2015
A statewide resource center providing • Best Practices for Employment and Individuals with Disabilities • Classroom Training • Informational Website • Follow-up Support • ...
United States vs. Baltimore County, MD
September 12, 2015
The decree requires the County to adopt new policies and procedures regarding the administration of medical examinations and inquiries and provide training on the ADA to all current supervisory employees and all employees who participate in making ...
DEI Grantee Abstracts (CA Round 2)
July 31, 2015
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) is a three-year federal grant-funded program that improves education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for people who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving Social Security ...
CA Employment First Memorandum of Understanding
July 31, 2015
This project will use a multi-faceted approach to apply key elements from high performing states in integrated competitive employment and principles of Collaborative Leadership. A unified value, vision, and expectation for competitive integrated employment ...
WV Developmental Disabilities Council: 2014 Legislative Statements
September 12, 2015
EMPLOYMENT FIRST INITIATIVE:“The Council will support legislation that promotes valued, integrated employment with competitive wages as the first and preferred outcome for people with developmental disabilities. The Council asserts that employment ...
West Virginia Developmental Disabilities Council Five Year State Plan FFY 2017-2021
September 12, 2015
“The West Virginia Council coordinated activities during the Fall of 2015 and Spring of 2016 that encouraged people to provide their views on a wide range of issues affecting people with developmental disabilities and their families. Nearly six hundred ...
California Employment Consortium for Youth
July 31, 2015
“California Employment Consortium for Youth: California was awarded a federal 5-year employment systems change grant by The Administration on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities to increase the number of youth and young adults with intellectual ...
WV Student Transition to Employment Project
September 12, 2015
“The Student Transition to Employment (STEP) Project is designed to train special education teachers and aides to become vendors with the WV Division of Rehabilitation Services (WVDRS). Working in close partnership with the WVDRS School Counselor, ...
WV Customized Employment Grant
September 12, 2015
“This funding announcement is intended to provide support to agencies that can work with employers in meeting their needs by finding, maintaining and improving the employment status of individuals with disabilities in competitive employment in ...
Mississippi Executive Order 1335
September 13, 2015
“Whereas, my administration is committed to supporting policies under which agencies that provide services to persons with disabilities and/or provide employment, economic development, or other related services explore employment in an integrated ...
Mississippi Concurrent Resolution No. 563
September 13, 2015
“State agencies that provide services and support to persons with disabilities shall coordinate efforts and collaborate within and among such agencies to ensure that state programs, policies, procedures and funding support competitive employment in ...
Mississippi Council on Developmental Disabilities
September 13, 2015
Employment Objectives:• “Identify and promote at least one Best Practice Model for increasing community employment options for individuals with Developmental Disabilities.”• “Identify at least one barrier to increasing community ...
MS Partnerships in Employment
September 13, 2015
“Mississippi Partnerships in Employment (MSPE) will build capacity across existing state systems for sustainable systems change to improve outcomes for youth and young adults with DD/ID seeking competitive employment in integrated settings. The ...
Minnesota Employment First Policy
September 13, 2015
The Employment First Policy envisions a future where all people with disabilities can achieve competitive, integrated employment. Competitive employment means:· Full-time, part-time, or ...
Minnesota’s Olmstead Plan
September 13, 2015
“In January 2013, Governor Mark Dayton issued an Executive Order establishing a Sub-Cabinet to develop and implement a comprehensive plan supporting freedom of choice and opportunity for people with disabilities…The Sub-Cabinet evaluates ...
Minnesota DEI Grant Abstract (Round 5)
September 14, 2015
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) is a three-year federal grant-funded program that improves education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for people with disabilities who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving ...
Oregon Senate Bill 22 - Employment First
September 14, 2015
The bill details the rights of persons with developmental disabilities who are receiving developmental disability services. It proclaims that “individuals with intellectual and other developmental disabilities and society as a whole benefit when ...
Oregon Executive Order 15-01 - Providing employment services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
September 14, 2015
Supersedes Executive Order 13-04 “This Executive Order revises and supersedes Executive Order 13-04 in order to provide further policy guidance intended to continue the state’s progress in these areas [providing supported employment services ...
Oregon Integrated Employment Services to Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
September 14, 2015
“Executive Order 15-01 which supersedes Executive Order 13-04 and outlines detailed strategies and requires the Oregon Department of Human Services (Department) to work with the Oregon Department of Education (ODE) to further improve Oregon’s ...
Oregon Employment First Policy of 2008 – Office of Developmental Disabilities Services Working Age Adult Policy
September 14, 2015
“In order to achieve the intent outlined in the framework of this policy, employment opportunities in fully integrated work settings shall be the first and priority option explored in the service planning for working age adults with developmental ...
Oregon Employment First – Comprehensive Services Developmental Disabilities Program
September 14, 2015
“Oregon has been successful in developing community-based care and discouraging institutionalization of seniors and the disabled because of their exceptional case management system. Through the case management program, consumers get information and ...
Oregon ReBAR Employment Rate Model, Day Support Activities Agency Rate Matrix, Interim Tier Assignments and Reviews
September 14, 2015
"This transmittal is to communicate that effective September 1, 2014, the department will implement a new employment rate model. The ReBAR Employment Rate Model applies to all agency providers who provide employment services under the Office of ...
Oregon Department of Human Services Integrated Employment Plan Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (revised 1/31/15)
September 14, 2015
"This Order recognizes the strategic importance of improving the work and economic opportunities of all Oregonians including those with Intellectual and other Developmental Disabilities (I/DD). More specifically, the Order sets forth strategies to be ...
Oregon Memorandum of Understanding on Transition of Students with Disabilities to the Workforce
September 14, 2015
“Together with Executive Order No.15-01, this Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) recognizes that, while the State cannot guarantee jobs, Oregon starts with the presumption that everyone can be employed in an integrated setting in a community-based ...
Ticket to Work Medicaid Infrastructure Grant - Integrated Employment Plan (revised 7/2015)
September 14, 2015
“(2010-2011) During this time period VR used resources within its Medicaid Infrastructure Grants (MIG) Competitive Employment Project (CEP) and other available resources to support of a variety of Employment First related activities including:Co-funding ...
Maine DHHS "Employment Policy for Individuals Served"
September 14, 2015
This is a Maine Department of Health and Human Services Employment Policy indicating that all individuals are “presumed able and have the opportunity to work.” The Department “shall support career development and meaningful employment for ...
Maine HCBS Transition Plan
September 14, 2015
This Transition Plan is required by the federal government as part of new Medicaid regulations. It tells the federal government how Maine will meet the new Medicaid rules. All states must follow the federal rules for the Medicaid program.Medicaid is a joint ...
Vermont Assistive Technology Program
September 14, 2015
“The Mission of the Vermont Assistive Technology Program is to increase awareness and knowledge, and to change policies and practices to ensure assistive technology is available through all services to Vermonters with disabilities.""Our Vision ...
Vermont Supported Employment
September 14, 2015
o “The Vermont Supported Employment Program provides a full range of services which enable people with disabilities to access and succeed in competitive employment. The program goal is to provide full access to employment through the provision of ...
Vermont Assistive Technology Program
September 14, 2015
~~“The Vermont Assistive Technology Program (VATP) is Vermont’s federal AT Act Program. The AT Act programs operate under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services: Administration for Community Living.The AT Act Programs help individuals of ...
The Virginians with Disabilities Act ( 51.5-1) of 1989
September 14, 2015
“ It is the policy of the Commonwealth to encourage and enable persons with disabilities to participate fully and equally in the social and economic life of the Commonwealth and to engage in remunerative employment. To these ends, the General Assembly ...
Virginia 2012 House Joint Resolution No. 23
September 14, 2015
“WHEREAS, implementation of an Employment First initiative in Virginia will lead to increased employment opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, resulting in benefits for individuals, families, employers, and ...
Virginia - A Plan for Advancing Community Focused Services in Virginia.
September 14, 2015
An overall strategic plan with 12 foci that includes an outline that addresses the need for, objectives in, and priorities for creating employment opportunities for individuals with mental health or substance use disorders and those with developmental ...
Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services Employment First Strategic Plan
September 14, 2015
“This document outlines the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services’ (DBHDS or ‘the department’) Strategic Plan for Employment First. The strategic plan was formulated in response to efforts in recent years to build ...
Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services State Board Policy 1036
September 14, 2015
“It is the policy of the Board that in the development and implementation of policies and procedures and the delivery of services, the Department and CSBs shall ensure that community-based individual supported employment in integrated work settings is ...
Virginia Dept of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services Employment First Policy Statement
September 14, 2015
“It is the policy of the Board that in the development and implementation of policies and procedures and the delivery of services, the Department and CSB shall ensure that community-based individual supported employment in integrated work settings is ...
Virginia DBHDS: Strategic Plan for Employment First
September 14, 2015
To facilitate interagency collaboration the Strategic Plan for Employment First establishes an Employment First Summit Meeting, which will gather leadership from various department committed to upholding Employment First principles, and orders for the ...
Training Guidelines for Direct Service Providers: Comprehensive and Support services
August 05, 2015
“A small work group consisting of DDS staff and representative(s) from the Colorado Association of Community Centered Boards (CACCB), Community Centered Boards (CCBs), program approved service agencies (PASA) and advocacy was formed to review current ...
Pennsylvania Senate Bill 271
September 14, 2015
“An Act relating to the delivery of services and programs to persons with disabilities; conferring powers and duties on the Office of the Governor; establishing the Office for People with Disabilities and Advisory Committee for People with Disabilities; ...
Governor Announces: Pennsylvania Accepted as an Employment First State
September 14, 2015
“The Corbett administration announced that Pennsylvania has been selected to participate in the U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Disability Employment Policy's Employment First State Leadership Mentoring Program. Employment First is a ...
Pennsylvania OMR Policy on Employment (2005)
September 14, 2015
“Statement of Policy as per 55 Pa Code §6000.171 states that persons with [Mental Retardation] MR who are of legal working age should have access to employment and the training necessary to sustain employment.Access to employment applies regardless ...
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Mission
September 14, 2015
“The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services’s seven program offices administer services that provide care and support to Pennsylvania's most vulnerable citizens. The department's Office of Developmental Programs works with ...
Temple University Institute on Disabilities (College of Education)
September 14, 2015
“The Institute on Disabilities at Temple University is one of the sixty-seven University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities Education, Research and Service funded by the Administration on Developmental Disabilities, U.S. Department of ...
Pennsylvania AHEDD
September 14, 2015
“At AHEDD, we frequently collaborate with various organizations to carry out our mission. Our partners consist of organizations and individuals that can help with: agency funding; referrals of program participants; training for our staff; guidance for ...
Virginia Consent Decree allowing for more waivers and less training Centers
September 14, 2015
“Under the proposed settlement, Virginia has agreed to provide 4170 additional waiver slots, divided among current Training Center residents, disabled people in various segregated facilities other than the Training Centers, and people on the waiting ...
Employment First Maine Coalition
September 14, 2015
Employment First Maine (EFM) is a broad based coalition of individuals with disabilities, families, advocates, providers and state agency representatives committed to improving and enhancing employment outcomes for Maine citizens with disabilities, including ...
Maine’s Ticket To Work program
September 14, 2015
“Since 2003, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has mailed Tickets in Maine to eligible beneficiaries. SSA disability beneficiaries who receive a Ticket may use it to obtain the services they need from an Employment Network (EN) of their ...
Maine Developmental Disabilities Council
September 14, 2015
“The Maine Developmental Disabilities Council (MDDC) is a partnership of people with disabilities, their families, and agencies which identifies barriers to community inclusion, self determination, and independence. The Council acts to effect positive ...
Maine Promoting the Readiness of Minors in Supplemental Security Income (PROMISE) Program
September 14, 2015
“PROMISE is a joint initiative of the US Department of Education, Social Security Administration, US Department of Health and Human Services and US Department of Labor. Under PROMISE, states will be funded to develop and implement model demonstration ...
Maine Disability Employment Initiative (DEI)
September 14, 2015
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) is a three-year federal grant program that improves education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for youth and adults with disabilities who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving ...
Access Maine Transition Planning Tool-kit
September 14, 2015
“This guide will serve as an introduction to the world of “Adult Services” and will hopefully answer these questions and more. Our goal is to provide you with information that will address some of your concerns about what it will be like for ...
Wisconsin Employment First Initiative
September 14, 2015
Employment First is, “a national movement that is helping states improve their economies by supporting businesses to find talent and meet their needs by hiring people with disabilities. The intentional creation of policies and practices that result in a ...
Maine Department of Health and Human Services' Staff Education and Training Unit
September 14, 2015
The Maine Department of Health and Human Services’ Staff Education and Training Unit offers a variety of in-person and online trainings for staff working with persons with disabilities.
Maine College of Direct Support - Work Supports Certificate
September 14, 2015
“Completion of the Maine College of Direct Support (ME CDS) is required for Direct Support Professionals supporting Maine citizens with intellectual disabilities and replaces the Direct Support Professional (DSP) Curriculum as meeting the training ...
Maine CareerCenter Staff Guide to Disability Work Incentives
September 14, 2015
“This resource guide is for CareerCenter staff and individuals who request information on Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Work Incentives Planning and Assistance in order to prepare job seekers for ...
Wyoming Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities
September 14, 2015
Wyoming Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities Our purpose is to assure that individuals with developmental disabilities and their families participate in the design of and have access to needed community services, individualized supports ...
Michigan Mental Health and Wellness Commission 2013 Report
September 15, 2015
The report includes findings and recommendations targeted at improving both the lives of and the outcomes for individuals and families living with mental illnesses, developmental disabilities, and substance use disorders in Michigan. Recommendations ...
Connecticut Youth Leadership Project, Inc.
August 10, 2015
“The Connecticut Youth Leadership Program (CTYLP) provides youth and young adults with disabilities with opportunities for self-discovery, the development of self-advocacy, decision making, and problem-solving skills to maximize their leadership ...
Michigan Department of Community Health 2015 Strategic Priorities
September 15, 2015
“The Michigan Department of Community Health will protect, preserve, and promote the health and safety of the people of Michigan with particular attention to providing for the needs of vulnerable and under-served populations.”
Michigan Employment First - Mission & Principles
September 15, 2015
On August 13, 2013, the Michigan Developmental Disabilities Council adopted a set of principles and a mission statement for the Employment First policy in Michigan. “Employment First in Michigan is a declaration of both philosophy and policy ...
Michigan Developmental Disabilities Council – 5 year state plan 2012-2016
September 15, 2015
SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT“With the help of a job coach, who guides and prompts the worker as needed, the worker develops the skills needed for more independent work. Supported employment services may include outreach, case management, assessment, job ...
Michigan "Better Off Working" - Disability Reform Work Group Strategic Plan
September 15, 2015
This report, developed by the Michigan Department of Human Services, Michigan Rehabilitation Services, Disability Determination Service, the Disability Network, and Michigan Employers, details goals to further the inclusive employment of individuals with ...
Michigan Developmental Disabilities Council Five Year State Plan 2012-2016
September 15, 2015
Interagency Efforts around Supportive EmploymentPeer Mentor Pilot- “This pilot has involved the training of 22 individuals with DD to help others with DD to reach their life goals and increase their community involvement and self advocacy. The pilot has ...
Cal. Welfare and Institutions Code §§4868 et seq.
September 16, 2015
Establishes an Employment First Committee under the authority of the State Council on Developmental Disabilities. It pledges to “make services and supports available to enable persons with developmental disabilities to approximate the pattern of ...
Connecticut Connect-Ability
August 10, 2015
“Connect-Ability began in late 2005 with a federal grant to the State of Connecticut to identify and remove barriers to employment faced by people with disabilities. This five-year, multimillion dollar 'systems change grant' involved a detailed look at the ...
5123.022 OH State Policy Regarding Community Employment for Disabled
September 17, 2015
“It is hereby declared to be the policy of this state that employment services for individuals with developmental disabilities be directed at community employment. Every individual with a developmental disability is presumed capable of community ...
Connecticut Ticket to Work Program
August 10, 2015
~~“Ticket to Work is a Social Security Administration incentive program (https://www.ssa.gov/work/) to help people with disabilities find jobs if they want to go to work.WHAT IS THE TICKET TO WORK PROGRAM?Most Social Security and Supplemental Security ...
Virginia Governor’s Executive Order (Executive Order #55 (2012)) - 11/16/2012
February 17, 2016
“The last United States Census concluded that out of 3.6 million Virginia residents who were employed, 154,985 Virginians with disabilities were included in that total. These numbers indicate an under representation of people with disabilities among the ...
Arkansas Employment First Task Force Final Report
April 07, 2016
Recommendations for FY2012 from the Task Force:Develop online training modules on disability employment, to efficiently train large numbers of State and provider agency staff who work with individuals with disabilities. To be developed in-house by the ...
Executive Order 2014-16: Establishing the Governor’s Taskforce on Integrated Employment
April 08, 2016
"…By the authority vested in me as Governor by the Constitution and laws of the State of Nevada, I hereby direct and order:1. The Governor’s Taskforce on Integrated Employment (“Taskforce”) is ...
Integrated Employment Research Report
April 08, 2016
The Governor’s Taskforce on Integrated Employment is responsible for examining and evaluating current employment programs, resources, funding, available training, and employment opportunities for people with intellectual/developmental disabilities ...
"Customized Employment Project offers community members with disabilities hope"
April 08, 2016
The Customized Employment Project, a partnership between the Nevada Rehabilitation Division at the Department of Employment, Training, and Rehabilitation (DETR), Sierra Regional Center at Developmental Services, and the Nevada Center for ...
Emerging Practices from Vocational Rehabilitation
April 08, 2016
This summary document describes different initiatives and emerging practices in the state of Nevada that aim at improving employment outcomes for people with disabilities. The projects include CRAVE, Customized Employment, Voice, Career Development Academy, ...
Minnesota Employment First Policy
April 10, 2016
The State of Minnesota is committed that all Minnesotans including those with disabilities have a wide range of employment opportunities within the general workforce. The Minnesota Employment First Policy guides state agencies in their planning, decision ...
Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota - Work Incentives Connection
April 10, 2016
~~“Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota Work Incentives Connection provides specialized answers about the impact of work on government benefits. Armed with clear, accurate information about their options, people with disabilities can make informed and ...
Minnesota State Council on Disability
April 10, 2016
Established in 1973 by the state legislature, the Minnesota State Council on Disability (MSCOD) was created to advise the governor, state agencies, state legislature, and the public on disability issues. Our mission is to advocate for policies and programs in ...
AK Governor’s Council on Disabilities and Special Education
April 11, 2016
Alaska' unique geographical area with a relatively small population requires a management system tailored to meet the needs of Alaskans. The Governor's Council on Disabilities & Special Education was created to meet Alaska's diverse needs. The ...
Alaska Integrated Employment Initiative (AIDD PIE)
April 11, 2016
A consortium of partners consisting of the Governor’s Council on Disabilities and Special Education (lead entity), the Division of Senior and Disabilities Services (State I/DD agency), the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, the Department of ...
Alabama Project GATE
April 11, 2016
Alabama has piloted the Gaining Access To Employment project, a collaborative effort between the state’s Department of Mental Health/Developmental Disabilities (MH/DD) and its Department of Vocational Rehabilitation (VR). Through this project, known as ...
Alabama HCBS Transition Plan
April 11, 2016
Describes Alabama’s process for ensuring compliance with home and community-based setting requirements.
Tennessee HB 896/SB 429 (ABLE)
April 12, 2016
The purpose of this bill is to encourage and assist individuals and families in saving private funds for the purpose of supporting individuals with disabilities to maintain health, independence, and quality of life; and (2) To provide secure funding for ...
Tennessee Title Code 67
April 12, 2016
A job tax credit of five thousand dollars ($5,000) for each net new full-time employee job, and two thousand dollars ($2,000) for each net new part-time employee job, for a person with disabilities who is receiving state services directly related to such ...
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Combined State Plan (July 1, 2016 – June 30, 2020)
April 12, 2016
The State of Tennessee is submitting a Combined State Plan (CSP) in which the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development (TDLWD) is the authorized and signatory entity designated to receive funds under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act ...
Tennessee DIDD “Way2Work”
April 12, 2016
The state also solidified an agreement that addresses some components of WIOA, created more employment vignettes, and named the series of videos: Way2Work
Tennessee Selected to Participate in 2015 as Core State for Employment First State Leadership Mentoring Program (EFSLMP)
April 12, 2016
This [Tennessee’s selection as a Core State] clearly demonstrates the significant strides that Tennessee has made relative to the EFSLMP initiative and ODEP’s support for our State as we continue moving forward… EFSLMP works to advance ...
State Plan for the State Vocational Rehabilitation Services Program and State Plan Supplement for the State Supported Employment Services
April 12, 2016
This state plan for FY 2014 mentions interagency arrangements to provide supported employment and customized employment services for people with disabilities, addresses the need for official policy regarding transition aged youth, establishes come goals for ...
Department on Disability Services Employment First Policy
August 11, 2015
"The purpose of this policy is to establish Employment First as a priority and guiding philosophy for people with disabilities who receive services from the Department on Disability Services (‘DDS’ or ‘Agency’), consistent with ...
Tennessee Memorandum of Understanding between DIDD and VR
April 12, 2016
On December 14, a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Division of Rehabilitation Services, Vocational Rehabilitation Program and DIDD was finalized. In 2014, both agencies started discussing the option of creating an MOU through a Vision Quest ...
Memorandum of Understanding for School-to-Work Transition
April 12, 2016
Five state agencies have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to improve services and better prepare youth with disabilities to transition from school into integrated employment in the community. The MOU focuses on students age 14 years and over ...
Employment First Trainings
April 12, 2016
MG&A articles & presentations on Customized Employment and Discovery from the TDI&DD website.
“Section 511 Questions and Answers” South Dakota Department of Human Services (Subminimum wage)
April 12, 2016
Section 511 of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) added new requirements for employers who hold special wage certificates, commonly known as 14(c) certificates, under the FLSA (29 U.S.C. 214(c)). These new requirements must be satisfied ...
State Employment Work Plan
April 12, 2016
“South Dakota Employment First Alliance Vision: That all people with intellectual and developmental disabilities have the opportunity to explore individual, integrated employment options that suit them best. This includes education, experience, and ...
DC Department on Disability Services Employment First Implementation
August 11, 2015
“INITIATIVE 2.3: Complete and implement the DC DDA State Employment Leadership Network (SELN) strategic plan (JOB CREATION)DDA is committed to continuing to promote an ‘Employment First’ policy that all working age adults, regardless of ...
Person Centered Employment Planning Guide
April 12, 2016
The purpose of the Person Centered Employment Guide is to assist Case Managers, job development staff and others to prepare for discussions with individuals, families, and support teams to choose and implement supports that will lead to a Path to Employment.
Missouri Ticket to Work Health Assurance Program
April 12, 2016
Section 201 of the federal Ticket to Work and Work Incentives Improvement Act of 1999, Public Law 106-170 created a program for employed persons with disabilities. Based upon this federal law, the Health Improvement Act of 2007 (Senate Bill 577) established ...
Missouri Division of Developmental Disabilities Individual Support Plan Guide
April 12, 2016
The Division of Developmental Disabilities requires that each individual eligible for Division Supports have an Individual Support Plan. Individuals, their families, providers and facilitators who write plans in cooperation with all individuals receiving ...
MO Planning Council for Developmental Disabilities - Career Guide
April 12, 2016
“This guide will take the job seeker and his or her support team through the career planning process by providing information he or she can use during the career planning sessions. It should be noted that since everyone is unique, the individual ...
The Texas Customized Self-Employment Project
April 13, 2016
This presentation presents Self-Employment as a viable employment option for people with disabilities.
The Texas Customized Self-Employment Project: The Customized Employment Plan Design
April 13, 2016
This presentation describes Customized Employment as “a flexible process designed to personalize the employment relationship between a job candidate and an employer in a way that meets the needs of both.” It focuses heavily on the processes ...
DC Transforming State Long Term Services and Supports (LTSS)/No Wrong Door Grant
August 11, 2015
“District of Columbia has recently received a No Wrong Door planning grant. Their state team is working to incorporate the LifeCourse Framework as they re-design the front door to long term services and supports as well as the person-centered planning ...
Balancing Incentives Program
April 13, 2016
~~“Federal law established the Balancing Incentive Program (BIP) which increases the Federal Medical Assistance Percentage to participating states through September 2015 in exchange for states making certain structural reforms to increase access to ...
Texas Money Follows The Person
April 13, 2016
~~“Texas was among the first 30 states chosen to participate in the Money Follows the Person Demonstration (MFPD) in 2007. As of June 2016, 43 states participate in this federal demonstration designed to help older adults or persons who have ...
Louisiana Employment First Initiative Memo
April 13, 2016
“The OCDD official position statement on Employment First: Employment will be the primary outcome for all persons receiving OCDD services who are of working age. Employment is characterized by typical jobs with competitive compensation that are fully ...
DC DDS Customized Employment Efforts
August 11, 2015
“Customized Employment is being promoted by the United States Department of Labor’s Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP) as an effective set of techniques to create a win-win for people with disabilities and ...
Montana ABLE Legislation Senate Bill 399
April 14, 2016
It is the intent of the legislature to give Montana residents access to a program authorized section 529A of the Internal Revenue Code, 26 U.S.C. 529A, to encourage and assist individuals and families in saving private funds for the purpose of supporting ...
MT DPHHS Developmental Services Division
April 14, 2016
In July 2009, the Disability Services Division (DSD) of the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) was restructured under the Medicaid and Health Services Branch of DPHHS. In January 2010, the name was changed to Developmental Services ...
DC DDS Person-Centered Thinking Philosophy and Training
August 11, 2015
“Person-centered thinking is a philosophy behind service provision that supports positive control and self-direction of people’s own lives. Department on Disabilities Services (DDS) is working to implement person-centered thinking through training ...
North Dakota State Council on Developmental Disabilities “Our Five Year Plan ”
April 14, 2016
~~NDCPD will implement four goals focused on the needs of people with developmental disabilities during 2017 - 2022. Click on the corresponding arrow icon in the circle for more information.Goal 1 - Employment: ND citizens with intellectual and ...
Employment First Summit Report
April 14, 2016
Meeting summary of current and proposed practices needed to implement Employment First, including more widespread use of Customized Employment principles and practices.
Partners for Employment
April 14, 2016
Partners for Employment is a collaborative approach to increasing employment outcomes for individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities. Our partners include the University of New Mexico, the Department of Health Developmental Disabilities ...
Maryland Coalition of Families
April 15, 2016
~~" Founded by a coalition of family support organizations, MCF was incorporated in 1999 as a nonprofit organization. MCF changed its name from "Maryland Coalition of Families for Children’s Mental Health" to the "Maryland Coalition ...
Nebraska Client Assistance Program Hotline
April 15, 2016
The Hotline provides information and referral to Nebraskans who have questions or concerns related to a disability. This includes information about rehabilitation services, transportation, special parking permits, legal rights, and any other questions related ...
OPWDD Employment Training and Supports
April 16, 2016
"If you are interested in finding work in your community, OPWDD wants to support you to be successful. OPWDD’s supported employment services include Supported Employment (SEMP) and the Employment Training Program ...
Understanding Person Centered Planning
April 16, 2016
“Person centered planning is the first step towards ensuring the delivery of person centered supports. Person centered planning promotes the belief that people with intellectual and developmental disabilities are people first. They have valuable gifts ...
Person Centered Planning
April 16, 2016
"Person-Centered Planning (PCP) is a process designed to ensure that everyone receiving services provided or authorized by OPWDD benefits from the most individualized supports and services possible. The Person-Centered Planning process should ...
New York City Approved Employment Plan
April 16, 2016
The Plan outlines the administration of employment services for Temporary Assistance (TA) and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Progran1 (SNAP) applicants and recipients for the period January 1, 2018 through December 31, 2019.
NYS PROMISE
April 16, 2016
New York State PROMISE is one of six PROMISE awards granted nationwide by the US. Department of Education in October 2013. The PROMISE intervention model was jointly developed by the US Department of Education (USDOE), the Social Security Administration ...
Person Centered Planning
April 16, 2016
"Person-Centered Planning (PCP) is a process designed to ensure that everyone receiving services provided or authorized by OPWDD benefits from the most individualized supports and services possible. The Person-Centered Planning process should ...
DC HCBS Waiver Program
August 11, 2015
"Home and Community Based (HCBS) Services waiver program is jointly funded with federal and local dollars. The federal government reimburses the District of Columbia 70 cents for every one dollar spent for qualifying services and supports for people ...
Employment First Project Update (February 2016)
April 18, 2016
“As part of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Transition plan, services and rates are being updated for Adult Day waiver services. Input was gathered from community forums and stakeholder workgroups throughout 2014 and 2015. These new ...
OH Vocational Rehabilitation Comprehensive Statewide Needs Assessment
April 18, 2016
“Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD), Division of Performance and Innovation (DPI), produced this 2015 Comprehensive Statewide Needs Assessment (CSNA) building upon the framework methodology developed from the 2012 CSNA, which was designed ...
Funding System Re-Design for Ohio’s Employment First Initiative: Review of Promising Models from Other States
April 18, 2016
This report aims to provide DODD with a comparison of funding structures from multiple states with high rates of integrated employment, including at least one state with a local tax base funding structure. The first 3 Key Principles for establishing a funding ...
Customized Employment: Best Practice of Today
April 18, 2016
This presentation intertwines Customized Employment into Employment First as a key component to the state’s efforts in promoting community-based, integrated employment for people with disabilities.
Maine State Agency and Departments Protection and Advocacy of People with Disabilities (Title 5 c.11)
April 18, 2016
The agency has the following powers and duties: Information and referral. The agency may provide information on and referral to programs and services addressing the needs of persons with disabilities. Advice. The agency may advise and ...
Maine mPower Loan Program
April 18, 2016
~~“mPower provides flexible term loans to individuals with disabilities in Maine. mPower funds can be used to purchase adaptive equipment, Assistive Technology, or to make home modifications.mPower also provides loans to Maine business owners for the ...
DE Employment First Act (HB 319) amended by House Amendment Number 1
August 12, 2015
“House Bill 319 would require state agencies that provide services to persons with disabilities consider, as their first option, employment in an integrated setting for persons with disabilities. The bill also establishes an Employment First Oversight ...
MA DDS Training - Earnings and Benefits: Using Social Security Work Incentives
April 18, 2016
Many job seekers worry about losing their benefits when going to work. This training will provide an overview of the impact of earnings on Social Security benefits. Topics include the differences between SSI and SSDI, SSA Work Incentives, how to keep medical ...
MA Employment First Technical Assistance
April 18, 2016
~~“On November 1, 2014, the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS), in conjunction with the Association of Developmental Disabilities Providers and The ARC of Massachusetts, released the [Blueprint for Success: Employing Individuals ...
MA Webinar Archives
April 18, 2016
This page contains past webinar presentations sponsored by DDS in partnership with ICI. Webinars contain information on disability employment, partnerships, accommodations, and work place supports.
MA DDS Employment Planning Guide - "School Days to Pay Days"
April 18, 2016
“DDS created this booklet to provide helpful information to families of young adults with intellectual disabilities in their transition from school to work. The mission of the Department is to support individuals with intellectual disabilities to fully ...
Planning My Way to Work: A Transition Guide for Student with Disabilities Leaving High School
April 19, 2016
“This manual is intended to: Help you make your way through the transition process; Understand your rights, services and resources that may help you and your family; Provide information to help you understand complex adult service systems; Highlight ...
Employment First Report
April 19, 2016
“The Governor’s Executive Order recognizes the strategic importance of improving the work and economic opportunities of all Oregonians including those with I/DD. More specifically, the Order sets forth strategies to be followed by the DHS and the ...
Memorandum of Understanding Developmental Disabilities Services Vocational Rehabilitation
April 19, 2016
“,,,IDDS adoption of and VR endorsement of the “Employment First Policy” for working age adults with developmental disabilities” “This memorandum of understanding (MOU) is to impact and be implemented statewide, with a ...
Ticket to Work Medicaid Infrastructure Grant - Integrated Employment Plan (revised 7/2015)
April 19, 2016
“(2010-2011) During this time period VR used resources within its Medicaid Infrastructure Grants (MIG) Competitive Employment Project (CEP) and other available resources to support of a variety of Employment First related activities including:Co-funding ...
DE Division of Developmental Disabilities Services Employment First Statement
August 12, 2015
“The Division of Developmental Disabilities Services affirms that employment and participation in their communities is an important part of the lives of the individuals it serves. Further, the Division believes that employment in the community should be ...
Establishing "Employment First” Policy and Increasing Competitive Integrated Employment for Pennsylvanians with a Disability
April 19, 2016
“….I, Tom Wolf, Governor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and other laws, do hereby order and direct as follows: 1. “Employment ...
Governor’s Cabinet for People with Disabilities (§ 6.301)
April 19, 2016
“The responsibilities of the Cabinet are as follows: (1) Make recommendations to the Governor on policies, procedures, regulations and legislation that aid people with disabilities in this Commonwealth. ...
Department of Human Services Mission
April 19, 2016
“The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services’s seven program offices administer services that provide care and support to Pennsylvania's most vulnerable citizens. The department's Office of Developmental Programs works with individuals ...
Competitive Employment for Individuals with an Intellectual Disability
April 19, 2016
“The Department of Human Services (DHS)’ proposed FY 2015-2016 budget includes $500,000 to provide additional supports to promote competitive employment opportunities for individuals with intellectual disability. This initiative is a collaborative ...
Rhode Island Consolidated Plan 2015-2019 (Revised Final Draft 10/16/15)
April 19, 2016
Recognizing the importance of earned income for the homeless disabled population in permanent supportive housing, BHDDH is creating an Employment First program, which helps permanent supportive housing residents identify supportive companies and provide the ...
Rhode Island Employment First Policy: A Time for Action
April 19, 2016
~~“Changing Lives through Integrated Employment ...Employment First promotes community-based, integrated employment as the first option for employment services for individuals with disabilities. Conversations about Employment First are taking ...
DE Pathways to Employment
August 12, 2015
“Pathways to Employment, a program now under development in Delaware, is designed to support low-income persons with disabilities who wish to work. The program is a result of an initiative launched by Governor Jack Markell while Chairman of the National ...
Arizona Family Support Annual Report
April 19, 2016
The Division continues to hold a leadership role as Chairperson of the broadly-based statewide partnership working on a statewide “Employment First” Strategic Plan to improve integrated and competitive outcomes for all individuals with a ...
Colorado State Employment of Persons with Developmental Disabilities (27-10.5-901)
April 20, 2016
It is the intent of the general assembly to create the state employment program for persons with developmental disabilities to encourage and provide incentives for state agencies to give meaningful employment opportunities to persons with developmental ...
Colorado Employment First Senate Bill SB 16-077
April 20, 2016
The bill requires the heads of the department of health care policy and financing (HCPF), the department of labor and employment (CDLE) the department of education (CDE), and the department of higher education (CDHE), (referred to as agency partners), to ...
Florida Abilities Work Web Portal and Help Desk
April 20, 2016
"The Abilities Work Web Portal and Help Desk are key components of a larger effort, the Employment First Initiative, announced last year. The portal and help desk are designed to help employers recruit and hire more applicants with disabilities who are ...
Florida Employment First Interagency Agreement
April 20, 2016
The general purpose of this interagency cooperative agreement is to provide a framework for a long-term commitment to improving employment outcomes for persons with disabilities in the State of Florida. The agencies and organizations that are parties to ...
Florida Employment First Toolkit and Training (Proposed)
April 20, 2016
This project will ensure that Florida has comprehensive training strategies within a training toolkit that foster quality integrated competitive employment for all individuals with disabilities, including individuals with intellectual and developmental ...
Florida's Agency for Persons with Disabilities - Required Training
April 20, 2016
“Florida's Agency for Persons with Disabilities requires two courses for certification in Supported Employment. The first course is Introduction to Supported Employment. The second is Work Incentives: The Changing Face of ...
FL Center for Inclusive Communities - Collaborative on Discovery & Innovation in Employment (CODIE)
April 20, 2016
This flyer raises awareness of inclusive, community-based employment projects occurring in Florida. It touches base on an interagency collaboration regarding transition (CODIE), access to on-line FCIC Employment Webinar series, Facebook for the Employment ...
FL Center for Inclusive Communities - A Family Guide for Vocational Planning
April 20, 2016
This introductory guide addresses Discovery, Customized Employment, Self-Determination & Person First Language and how it should be used with different age groups of students. It includes a glossary of terms as well as links to Florida & ...
DE Employment First Oversight Commission
August 12, 2015
An Employment First Oversight Commission, under the purview of the State Council for Persons with Disabilities, shall be established and “shall facilitate the full, effective and timely implementation of this Act.” This “Commission shall consist of 11 ...
DE Employment First Oversight Commission Report FY 2013-FY 2014
August 12, 2015
“Delaware’s Employment First Act (H.B. 319) was signed by Governor Markell on July 16, 2012. It promotes the right that all persons with disabilities have the opportunity for competitive employment and establishes the Employment First ...
NC Council on Developmental Disabilities (NCCDD) Five Year State Plan (2011-2016)
April 21, 2016
NCCDD FIVE YEAR STATE PLAN 2011 – 2016 OBJECTIVE 1.4 Council will provide funding/resources to increase access in the community for economic opportunities, inclusive of competitive employment for people with intellectual and other developmental ...
One-Stop Center Staff Training from the “Integrated State Workforce Plan for Title 1 of the Workforce Investment Act and the Wagner-Peyser and Agricultural Plan as Required by the US Department of Labor ”
April 21, 2016
The Vocational Rehabilitation Representative, along with the Disability Specialist for the One‐Stop Center, coordinates yearly disability training for One‐Stop Staff. The type of disability training depends upon staff needs. All One Stops Centers ...
DE CAI and Specialisterne Partnership
August 12, 2015
Computer Aid, Inc. (CAI), a global IT consulting, outsourcing, and systems integration company, announced a National Founding Partnership (facilitated by the state of Delaware) in 2013 with Specialisterne to train and hire people who have autism in technology ...
California WorkFirst Military & Veterans Services
April 21, 2016
~~“WorkFirst is a division of Easterseals Southern California that provides one-on-one, customized employment support services to individuals who are interested in finding and maintaining paid work or starting their own business. WorkFirst ...
DEI Grantee Abstracts (CA Round 5)
April 21, 2016
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) is a three-year federal grant-funded program that improves education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for people who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving Social Security ...
Delaware Medicaid Money Follows the Person
August 12, 2015
“ The Money Follows the Person Demonstration (MFP) "Finding A Way Home" Program, is a special project funded by the Federal Government and the Delaware Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) Division of Medicaid and Medical Assistance ...
Resources for Independence, Central Valley, Self Advocacy for Youth
April 21, 2016
"We provide a foundation of core consumer-controlled, community-based, cross-disability and person-focused services. From work readiness to assistive technology training, and much more--RICV is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for individuals ...
Minnesota Governor’s Executive Order 14-14
April 21, 2016
The Governor’s Executive Order instructs Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) and the State Director for Equal Opportunity to develop a model for recruitment and hiring strategies to increase the employment of people with disabilities. It also requires ...
Minnesota Governor's Executive Order 15-03
April 21, 2016
Supporting Freedom of Choice and Opportunity to Live, Work, and Participate in the Most Inclusive Setting for Individuals with Disabilities through the Implementation of Minnesota's Olmstead Plan; Rescinding Executive Order 13-01 “A ...
Minnesota Governor's Executive Order 13-01
April 21, 2016
A Sub-Cabinet, appointed by the Governor, consisting of the Commissioner, or Commissioner's designees, of the following State agencies, shall develop and implement a comprehensive Minnesota Olmstead Plan: (i) that uses measurable goals to increase the ...
DE Disability Employment Initiative
August 12, 2015
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) was a three-year federal grant-funded program to improve education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for youth who were unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving Social Security ...
D.C One Community for All
April 22, 2016
One Community for All endeavors to meet the needs and preferences of the individual while allowing him or her to choose where s/he wants to live in the community with the appropriate supports and services consistent with the Olmstead decision and the ...
D.C. Department on Disability Services FY 2015 Performance Plan
April 22, 2016
In FY 2015, DDA will continue implementation of this plan to increase the number of people who have opportunities for community integration through day, vocational and employment supports. DDA will also implement new quality improvement initiatives consistent ...
D.C. Developmental Disabilities Council - Final five-year state plan (FY 2012-2016)
April 22, 2016
The Developmental Disabilities Council of the District of Columbia has a goal to see “young adults and job seekers with disabilities [with] meaningful employment opportunities with competitive wages [to] exhibit their abilities and skills in an ...
Department on Disability Services - Policy on Self Employment
April 22, 2016
This policy document defines the procedures and standard for supporting Rehabilitation Services Administration (Vocational Rehabilitation) customers in the achievement of self-employment goals. The policy further defines the approval criteria for a ...
D.C. Department on Disability Services: Initial Individual Support Plan
April 22, 2016
“The purpose of this procedure is to establish steps, instructions and protocols for the development of an initial Individual Support Plan (ISP) for people who are eligible for services with the Department on Disability Services (DDS)/ Developmental ...
D.C Employment Learning Community
April 22, 2016
As part of a competitive application process, the District was selected to receive technical assistance through the Employment Learning Community (ELC). A project of the Institute for Community Inclusion in partnership with The National Association of State ...
Secondary Transition Community of Practice
April 22, 2016
This was launched earlier in 2013 to bring together transition experts from the District’s school system, disability advocacy organizations, direct-service agencies, and transition-aged youth and their parents. These stakeholders in the transition ...
D.C Employment First
April 22, 2016
On October 8, 2012, DC Mayor Vincent Gray issued a proclamation declaring the District of Columbia an Employment First State…Under the Employment First philosophy, competitive, integrated employment is the first and overwhelmingly preferred option for ...
Project SEARCH
April 22, 2016
~~Project SEARCH was originally launched in 1996 at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center. Designed to prepare young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities for competitive employment, this one-year “school- to-work” ...
Customized Employment
April 22, 2016
Customized Employment is being promoted by the United States Department of Labor’s Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP) as an effective set of techniques to create a win-win for people with disabilities and employers. Some of the ways DDS ...
DC Transition Plan for the HCBS Waiver
April 22, 2016
“DDS is engaged in a variety of efforts to build the capacity of its staff and provider agencies to support and facilitate greater individualized community exploration and integration, including competitive, integrated employment,” ...
Employment Position Statement For New Hampshire’s Regional Service System
April 22, 2016
We believe that employment, with its powerful and irreplaceable opportunities for autonomy, earned income, self-esteem development, social contacts, structured activity and life satisfaction, is an import ant ingredient of a fulfilling and valued life ...
FL Abilities Work Web Portal and Help Desk
August 17, 2015
"The Abilities Work Web Portal and Help Desk are key components of a larger effort, the Employment First Initiative, announced last year. The portal and help desk are designed to help employers recruit and hire more applicants with disabilities who are ...
NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities: Service Definitions
April 25, 2016
This document defines all of the services provided by the New Jersey Division of Developmental Disabilities. The services include career planning, community-based supports, assistive technology and community inclusion supports, among many others.
Division of Developmental Disabilities Interim Policy Guide to Support Coordination
April 25, 2016
“The purpose of the New Jersey Division of Developmental Disabilities (Division) Interim Policy Guide to Support Coordination is to provide clarity on practices governing the delivery of Support Coordination services during the transition period to full ...
Medicaid Money Follows the Person
April 25, 2016
Money Follows the Person (MFP) is a federal demonstration project that helps eligible individuals who have been residing in nursing homes and developmental centers for a minimum of 90 consecutive days move into a community-setting. The setting will offer ...
Hawaii Developmental Disabilities Division - Strategic Plan 2015-2017 Progress Report
April 25, 2016
“The Strategic Plan was adopted on December 2014. In the ensuing months Team Leaders have been convening meetings with advocates, providers, partners, and Division staff to plan specific activities for attaining goals and objectives of the Strategic ...
Florida’s Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD) Employment First Policy
August 17, 2015
“Florida’s Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD) launched its five-year Employment Initiative on July 1, 2004. The primary goal of the initiative is to have 50% of adults with developmental disabilities (ages 18-55) who are receiving ...
Hawaii DEI - Round 6 Grant Abstracts
April 25, 2016
The U.S. Department of Labor awarded Hawaii a Round 6 DEI grant to improve employment opportunities for youth and/or adults with disabilities. “HIDEI [Hawaii DEI] will hire four Disability Resource Coordinators and build upon the promising practices of ...
Hire Abilities Hawai'i - Customized Employment Videos
April 25, 2016
“These Customized Employment (CE) videos, each specifically focused on Employers, Youth, or a General audience, highlight the benefits of CE, an employment strategy which matches the skills and preferences of the individual with the specific business ...
Consortium for Idahoans with Disabilities
April 25, 2016
The mission of CID is “to protect, promote and advance the rights and interests of people with disabilities of all ages in Idaho in a manner consistent with the following principles: 1. CID will promote and protect the rights of people with ...
Developmental Disabilities Services State Fiscal Year 2018 Annual Report
April 25, 2016
~~” The Vermont Developmental Disabilities Services Division is pleased to share the Annual Report on Developmental Disabilities Services for State Fiscal Year 2018 . It features a review of each of the principles of service outlined in the ...
Curriculum Development for Employment Staff For the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) and Agency of Human Service (AHS) Creative Workforce Solutions (CWS) Initiative
April 25, 2016
“The State of Vermont, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) is a statewide direct service organization within the Department of Disabilities (DAIL), Aging and Independent Living in the Agency of Human Services (AHS). DVR is the lead agency for an ...
University of GA, Institute on Human Development & Disability - WorkWorks Training
April 25, 2016
Through service, teaching, and research, the Institute on Human Development and Disability hopes to, “contribute to creating an environment where individuals with disabilities are independent and enjoy careers of choice.” Through WorkWorks, the ...
GA Comprehensive Supports Waiver (COMP) - Provider Reference Guide
April 25, 2016
All providers (agencies) must apply to become a co-employer of services. Enrolled Co-Employer providers can serve in this capacity for the following COMP services, only: • Community Access • Community Guide • Community Living Support • ...
Florida Developmental Disabilities Council Employment First Partnerships
August 17, 2015
As part of the Governor’s Executive Order, “required partners include the Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD); the Florida Department of Education (FDOE), Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR), Division of Blind Services, and ...
Senate Bill 6384
April 26, 2016
“AN ACT Relating to ensuring that persons with developmental disabilities be given the opportunity to transition to a community access program after enrollment in an employment program; and adding a new section to chapter 71A.12 RCW.”
DDA Working Age Adult Policy
April 26, 2016
“This policy establishes employment supports as the first use of employment and day program funds for working age adults and ensures that after nine months of employment services the person may choose Community Access. The policy establishes guidelines ...
FY 2016 Vocational Rehabilitation Section of WOIA State Plan (Draft 12/2015)
April 26, 2016
In addition to interacting with XIX Medicaid Waiver staff as part of the DDPC meetings, WVDRS participates in two subcommittees, Employment First and Medley Management. The Employment First committee focuses on promoting employment for ...
Washington State DSHS/DVR 2016-2020 State Plan: the Supported Employment Program (Draft)
April 26, 2016
The cooperative agreements, program goals, funding distribution, and supported employment services described in this section represent the coordinated efforts of DSHS/DVR, its State collaborators, and its service delivery partners to ensure that all ...
WA Division of Developmental Disabilities, Jobs by 21 Partnership Project Report for FY 2009
April 26, 2016
“The Jobs by 21 Partnership Project was funded by the Washington State Legislature for the 2007–2009 biennium. The Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) was authorized to identify and demonstrate best practices in sustainable partnerships ...
Washington State’s Statewide Transition Plan for New HCBS Rules
April 26, 2016
The Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA, the state’s Medicaid Agency), the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) Aging and Long-Term Support Administration (ALTSA) and Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) submit this ...
Delaware Governor’s Advisory Council for Exceptional Citizens FY 2015 Annual Report
April 26, 2016
The membership of the State advisory panel must consist of members appointed by the Governor, or any other official authorized under State law to make these appointments, that is representative of the State population and that is composed of individuals ...
Delaware Employment First Oversight Commission
April 26, 2016
An Employment First Oversight Commission, under the purview of the State Council for Persons with Disabilities, shall be established and “shall facilitate the full, effective and timely implementation of this Act.” This “Commission shall ...
Delaware Employment First Oversight Commission Report
April 26, 2016
“Delaware’s Employment First Act (H.B. 319) was signed by Governor Markell on July 16, 2012. It promotes the right that all persons with disabilities have the opportunity for competitive employment and establishes the Employment First ...
DE Division of DD Services - Waiver Amendment Public Notice Attachment
April 26, 2016
A public notice on various definitions under Delaware's HCBS Waiver, including a (then proposed) revision of 'Supported Employment' to include 'Customized Employment.'
Georgia House Resolution 642
August 17, 2015
“WHEREAS, an ‘Employment First’ policy provides that employment should be the first and preferred option for all people, regardless of their disability, and that employment in the general workforce at or above the minimum wage is the ...
Iowa Employment First Website
April 26, 2016
~~“Employment First (EF) is a declaration of both philosophy and policy stating that: “Employment is the first priority and preferred outcome of publicly funded services for people with disabilities.” EF is also a “framework for ...
State of Illinois Employment First Strategic Plan Draft
April 26, 2016
The Draft report summarizes the history of Employment First in Illinois, and details the initiatives planneds for the future. Plans for the future are broken down in to two phases. The first phase requires collaboration with expert consults to:“Define ...
Indiana ABLE Legislation S.B. 11
April 27, 2016
ABLE savings accounts for persons with a disability. This bill creates the “achieving a better life experience” (ABLE) authority (authority). Establishes the ABLE board (board) of the authority. Provides that the authority may ...
Indiana Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Unified and Combined State Plan Requirements: 2015 Draft
April 27, 2016
“Under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), the Governor of each State must submit a Unified or Combined State Plan to the U.S. Secretary of Labor that outlines a four-year workforce development strategy for the State’s workforce ...
Kansas State VR Plan - Attachment 4.8(b)(1)
April 28, 2016
At the state level, KRS collaborates with other units within the Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF) and with other state departments. For example: …• KRS and DCF Prevention and Protection Services will coordinate to address the ...
Kansas Council on Developmental Disabilities
April 28, 2016
The purpose of the Kansas Council on Developmental Disabilities (KCDD) is to support people of all ages with developmental disabilities so they have the opportunity to make choices regarding both their participation in society, and their quality of ...
Kansas Employment First Initiative Act Annual Report
April 28, 2016
“KDADS provided information about provisions in its contract with Community Developmental Disability Organizations (CDDOs) where persons on the waiting list for HCBS Developmental Disability (DD) Waiver services who are ‘referred to RS ...
MT National Federation of the Blind 2015 Resolutions - Integrated Employment
May 06, 2016
WHEREAS The National Federation of the Blind of Montana believes that the blind and other people with disabilities can and should work in their communities for livable wages; and, WHEREAS Montana and the nation far too frequently pipeline workers with ...
A Path To Community Living Resource Guide
June 08, 2016
This Guide is a compilation of current service providers, resources, tools, and programs available to District of Columbia residents who wish to live independently in the community. It is designed to be used in conjunction with the “Path to ...
DC DDS Services for People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
July 05, 2016
DDA supports individuals with intellectual disabilities to have the most independence and choice and control over their own lives through person-centered service planning and delivery and increased provider capacity. DDA coordinates home and community ...
A Path to Community Living Handbook
July 05, 2016
This handbook is designed to assist people who have moved or are planning to move out of institutions into the community of their choice. These forms are designed to help you identify the services and supports you may need to successfully live in the ...
DC DHCF and DDS Home and Community Based Settings (HCBS) 101
July 05, 2016
This training power point provides information on the HCBS waiver, basic information on revising the waiver, designing and restructuring it, and waiver rules and restrictions. It also details the role of DCHF and DDS in the revision and administration ...
Creating Conditions for Success: Blueprint Progress Report
July 12, 2016
To achieve integrated employment, the Blueprint’s architects constructed a plan to close sheltered workshops by June 30, 2015. Contingent on additional funding, participants in sheltered workshops would transition to individual or group employment ...
Division of Developmental Disabilities Employment First Policy
July 12, 2016
This policy establishes community integrated employment services and supports as the first service option and primary outcome for individuals (both youth and adults.) It also establishes employment planning (Career Planning) and supports as priorities to ...
Alabama Department of Social Services State Partners: Alabama Department of Mental Health
July 12, 2016
"ADSS currently partners on several ventures with the ADMH, to include ADRC development and advisory, consumer-directed and person-centered system change, Chronic Disease Self-Management programs, pre-and post-disaster planning and assistance, the ...
MT INVEST Employment Specialist Training
July 12, 2016
Many of us know somebody that has a disability. Individuals with disabilities can face additional challenges to obtaining and retaining good jobs. To create an opportunity for that person to be most successful, there are several activities and/or steps to ...
Disability Employment Awareness Month Proclamation
July 12, 2016
“WHEREAS, the State of North Carolina supports and encourages individuals with disabilities to find employment, thus fostering the key objectives of advancing individual well-being and reducing the demand on public resources, which can then be ...
Upcoming Changes to DDD’s Policy on Funding of Sheltered Workshops
July 13, 2016
The Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) has begun to phase-out funding for services provided in sheltered workshop settings (also referred to as “extended employment” or “sheltered employment”). As part of the first phase of ...
1915 (c) Status: Current Program Name and Number AR Alternative Community Services (0188.R05.00)
July 13, 2016
Provides case management, respite, supported employment, supportive living, specialized medical supplies, adaptive equipment, community transition, consultation, crisis intervention, environmental mods, supplemental support for individuals with autism, IIDR, ...
Supported Employment Training and Technical Assistance
July 13, 2016
~~“The Boggs Center Employment Team provides Supported Employment Training and Technical Assistance throughout the state of New Jersey. Training courses are intended to provide both new and veteran employment specialists with the most up to date ...
NH Granite State Employment Project 5 Year Strategic Plan (2008-2012)
July 14, 2016
The mission of the Granite State Employment Project is to improve employment opportunities for New Hampshire citizens with disabilities so that they may fully participate in and better contribute to their communities. The vision of the Granite ...
Nevada’s No Wrong Door Strategic Plan 2015-2018
July 14, 2016
Long-term services and supports (LTSS) help people with functional limitations accomplish tasks necessary for daily living. Older adults, and those living with disabilities, will often need assistance with issues such as bathing, getting dressed, fixing ...
Michigan Executive Order 2015-15: Employment First in Michigan
July 14, 2016
All state departments and agencies that provide services and support to persons with disabilities, and all state departments and agencies that provide employment, economic development, or other related services, shall implement Employment First in Michigan by ...
Department of Human Services Disability Services Division Biennial Report on Long-term services for People with Disabilities
July 14, 2016
Employment is a priority of the Governor, DHS and DSD. DSD, in collaboration with many partners, developed Disability Benefits 101 (DB101), a web-based tool with on-line assistance, which can be used by people with disabilities and those who help them to ...
Moving Home Minnesota Customized Employment Training
July 14, 2016
Providers will learn to use defined customized employment tools and techniques to help people with disabilities gain competitive employment positions. They must:· Develop an individualized approach to employment planning and job ...
Minnesota Olmstead Planning Committee
July 14, 2016
In January 2013, Governor Mark Dayton issued an Executive Order establishing a Sub-Cabinet to develop and implement a comprehensive plan supporting freedom of choice and opportunity for people with disabilities…The Sub-Cabinet evaluates policies, ...
Hire Abilities Hawai'i
August 19, 2015
“Hire Abilities Hawaii represents an innovative collaboration among the Department of Human Services (DHS), University of Hawai`’ College of Education Center for Disabilities Studies (CDS), the Department of Education (DOE), the Department of ...
HB 431/SB 355: ABLE Act
July 15, 2016
Federal law enacted in December 2014 authorized states to establish tax-advantaged savings program to help people with disabilities save limited amounts for disability-related expenses (such as health care, assistive technology, education, employment ...
HB 420/SB 417: Ken Capone Equal Employment Act (EEA)
July 15, 2016
MDLC Board member Ken Capone, People on the Go, MDLC, and other advocates and coalition partners led this strong and successful effort to abolish the payment of subminimum wages to people with disabilities in Maryland. Like SB 765, the bill will become a ...
Maryland Customized Employment Project
July 15, 2016
The Maryland Department of Disabilities and the Developmental Disabilities Administration recently announced a partnership with five providers of vocational services throughout the state to implement a two-year initiative aimed at addressing employment ...
Hawai'i State Council on Developmental Disabilities
August 19, 2015
~"The DD Council promotes self-determination for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families by contributing to a coordinated and comprehensive service system that is person-centered and family-directed.The DD Council meets its goals ...
Maryland Customized Employment Project
July 15, 2016
The Maryland Department of Disabilities and the Developmental Disabilities Administration recently announced a partnership with five providers of vocational services throughout the state to implement a two-year initiative aimed at addressing ...
Florida HB 7003
July 15, 2016
This bill will be enacted on July 1, 2016 The purpose of this act is to prioritize employment of individuals with disabilities and to change the employment system to better integrate individuals with disabilities into the workforce. The act encourages a ...
Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals, Office for Citizens with Developmental Disabilities “Resources”
July 15, 2016
The DHH Office for Citizens with Developmental Disabilities offers a variety and ever-changing collection of resources, trainings and literature to assist consumers, their families, providers, advocates, and others access relevant materials.
Louisiana Developmental Disabilities Council “Employment Mentoring”
July 15, 2016
The Employment Mentoring project will develop, implement, and evaluate a training and mentoring approach that will result in Employment Support Professionals (ESPs) demonstrating competencies in skills which lead to employment outcomes for job seekers with ...
Florida Agency for Persons with Disabilities “ADP Training Portal”
July 15, 2016
Providers Beginning May 18, 2016, TRAIN Florida is the official Learning Management System (LMS) for the Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD). All learners with a valid email address received an email with login information. If you did not receive an ...
Florida Agency for Persons with Disabilities “Partners in Policymaking will Change your Life”
July 15, 2016
“Partners in Policymaking is a leadership-training program for self-advocates and parents of children with developmental disabilities. It provides state-of-the-art information about disability issues and builds the competencies necessary to become ...
Hawaii Medicaid Infrastructure Grant
August 19, 2015
“In 2006, Hawaii received a grant from the Center for Medicare and Medicaid to improve employment outcomes for persons with disabilities. The Medicaid Infrastructure Grant Program, known as Hire Abilities Hawaii, ran from 2006 to 2009. It was authorized ...
Kentucky ABLE Act SB 179
July 15, 2016
Signed by the Governor on April 5, 2016AN ACT relating to persons with disabilities.Amend KRS 205.200 to disregard any amount in an ABLE account, any contributions to an ABLE account, and any distribution from an ABLE account for qualified expenses for ...
Justice Department Reaches Extension Agreement to Improve Georgia’s Development Disability and Mental Health System
July 15, 2016
The extension agreement builds upon a 2010 settlement agreement resolving a lawsuit brought by the department under the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Supreme Court’s Olmstead decision. The case involves Georgia’s provision of community ...
Kentucky Commission on Services and Supports for Individuals with Intellectual and Other Developmental Disabilities “Annual Status Report”
July 15, 2016
Activity: Development of Local and Regional LeadershipThe Commission:Began the process of educating the Department of Education’s Nine Regional Transition Teams about Employment First and their role in the Employment First process;Worked to expand the ...
Kentucky Commonwealth Council on Developmental Disabilities State Plan for Federal Fiscal Years 2017-2021
July 15, 2016
Goal #2- The capacity of systems that serve all people will be improved so that people with developmental disabilities will have increased access to opportunities for greater independence and integrationObjective 2-B (Employment): By 2021, the Council will ...
Supported Employment Training Project
July 15, 2016
About Us Having a job represents much more than earning a salary. Employment, including the kind of work one performs, influences one's personal identity, sense of belonging, and place in the world. Furthermore, employment represents one primary way of ...
Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services “Peer Support Specialist Curriculum Approval Process”
July 15, 2016
The Department for Behavioral Health, Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities (DBHDID) will approve the following curricula for Peer Support Specialists (PSS): Adult Peer Support Specialist, Family Peer Support Specialist, Youth Peer Support Specialist, ...
Hawaii DEI - Round 2 Grants
August 19, 2015
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) is a three-year federal grant-funded program that improves education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for people who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving Social Security ...
Georgia HCBS Transition Plan
July 15, 2016
“Georgia begins process to address new regulations issued by CMS for Home and Community Based Services.The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) have issued regulations that define the settings in which it is permissible for states to pay ...
Employment First Oversight Commission Report FY 2015
July 15, 2016
Delaware’s Employment First At (H.B. 319) was signed by Governor Markell on July 16, 2012. This legislation promotes the right that all persons with disabilities have the opportunity for competitive employment and establishes the Employment First ...
Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Serivces
July 15, 2016
Shared Living Shared Living is a nationally recognized model for habilitation or residential services for individuals with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disability (IDD). Other terms that can encompass the Shared Living approach include adult foster care, ...
Kansas Council on Developmental Disabilities “2017-2021 Proposed Goals and Objectives Draft”
July 15, 2016
GOAL 2 –EMPLOYMENT: By 2021, Kansans with I/DD will have increased opportunities to engage in competitive integrated employmentOBJECTIVE 2.1: KCDD will provide Kansans with I/DD, their families, employers, providers, and ...
Kansas Council on Developmental Disabilities “Interhab Employment Systems Change 5/2016”
July 15, 2016
KCDD Employment Systems Change request for proposal is based on the Employment First Commission report 2014 The proposed system changes include more focus on Customized Employment and eliminating sub-minimum wage positions.Current research shows ...
Early Start to Supported Employment Handbook
July 15, 2016
Early Start to Supported Employment” (ESSE) is intended to create a more seamless transition for students leaving school and entering the adult workforce. The outcome of paid work with post-school supports in place before the student leaves school is ...
Employment and Economic Opportunity for Persons with Disabilities Task Force Act
July 18, 2016
“Task Force Responsibilities. The Task Force shall analyze programs and policies of the State to determine what changes, modifications, and innovations may be necessary to remove barriers to competitive employment and economic opportunity for persons ...
Indiana Governor’s Council for People with Disabilities State Plan 2017-2021 (Goal and Objectives)
July 19, 2016
Goal 2. Employment Increase resources, access and options for competitive, integrated employment at a living wage for people with disabilities. 2.1 Work with partners, including policymakers, employers and Chambers of Commerce, to develop and implement a plan ...
Person Centered Employment Planning Report (2014)
July 21, 2016
The South Dakota Work Plan created as part of membership in the State Employment Leadership Network includes a goal for person centered planning. The SD Employment First Alliance subcommittee for Person Centered Practices has met several times to discuss how ...
Expect Employment 2015: TN Employment First Task Force Report
July 21, 2016
In the past year, Tennessee:Continued to expand Project SEARCH to include 60 interns participating at 7 program sites statewide. A total of 42 individuals have been employed through Project SEARCHSecured federal grants and reallocated resources to expand the ...
Oregon Council on Developmental Disability Fiscal Year 2016: State Plan (Findings)
July 22, 2016
A broad overview of the Comprehensive Review and Analysis conducted by the Council. The Office of Developmental Disability Services (ODDS) provides DD waiver and Medicaid Community First Choice state plan (K plan) services to about 23,776 eligible children ...
Nevada Assembly Bill 5
July 25, 2016
AN ACT relating to public welfare; requiring the Aging and Disability Services Division of the Department of Health and Human Services to enter into an agreement with the Rehabilitation Division of the Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation to ...
Illinois Employment First Executive Order
August 21, 2015
“WHEREAS, the Illinois Employment First Act (20 ILCS 40 et. seq) requires that State agencies follow and implement the State’s policy of competitive and integrated employment as the first option when serving persons with disabilities of working ...
Nevada Assembly Bill 488: Relating to the Administration of Government Departments
December 19, 2016
"AN ACT relating to governmental administration; consolidating the Health Division and the Division of Mental Health and Developmental Services of the Department of Health and Human Services into the Division of Public and Behavioral Health of the ...
Nevada’s Strategic Plan for Integration of Developmental Services and Early Intervention Services into the ADSD
December 19, 2016
The Aging and Disability Services Division (ADSD) represents Nevadans who are aged or have a disability, regardless of age, and assists the broader community that touches their lives. Through advocacy, counseling and a broad array of supportive services, ADSD ...
Nevada’s No Wrong Door Strategic Plan 2015-2018
December 19, 2016
Long-term services and supports (LTSS) help people with functional limitations accomplish tasks necessary for daily living. Older adults, and those living with disabilities, will often need assistance with issues such as bathing, getting dressed, fixing ...
Nevada Balancing Incentives Program
December 19, 2016
"The Balancing Incentive Program is a grant-funded program established by the Affordable Care Act through the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). The goal of the program is to make structural changes to the way individuals access long term ...
Illinois Employment First Act (HB2591)
August 21, 2015
The bill, which became effective on July 16, 2013, declares Illinois an Employment First State and establishes competitive employment in integrated settings as the first option for working-age persons with disabilities in Illinois. The bill also ...
Memorandum of Understanding between the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services, the Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired, and the Division of Developmental Disabilities for Supported Employment Services
December 19, 2016
"The purpose of this Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) is to assist the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services (DVRS), the Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired (CBVI) and the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) to operate in an ...
New Jersey Project HIRE
December 19, 2016
"The Arc of New Jersey’s Project HIRE is a supported employment program designed to connect people with disabilities to integrated employment opportunities in their community. The program assists adults with disabilities in finding and maintaining ...
New Mexico Interagency Behavioral Health Service Requirements and Utilization Guidelines for Supported Employment
December 19, 2016
~~This document defines supported employment and provides program, provider, staffing, documentation, and other requirements of providers of supported employment services.“Supported Employment provides on the job ...
New Mexico Behavioral Health Collaborative
December 19, 2016
~~“This Web site is a resource for individuals, families and agencies concerned with behavioral health. It provides information about behavioral health services, laws, and related news, as well as communication tools and other features. Regardless of ...
New Mexico Partners for Employment Events and Training
December 19, 2016
This webpage lists upcoming training and capacity building events intended for providers, people with disabilities, and employers throughout New Mexico.
North Dakota Transition Consortium (Launch My Life North Dakota)
December 20, 2016
“The North Dakota Transition Consortium is a partnership of programs and agencies. The goal is to promote, improve, and educate about services that help young adults with disabilities move from high school into college, training, or a job.”
Ohio 2016-2017 Budget: Historic Investments for Ohioans with Developmental Disabilities
December 20, 2016
"Governor Kasich’s recently released executive budget includes several noteworthy adjustments to funding within the state’s developmental disabilities system. Touted as an extension of the state’s “historic” investments of ...
Guide to Policy and Procedure Development
December 20, 2016
"The Employment First Rule, 5123: 2-2-05, requires county boards to adopt and implement a local Employment First Policy which clearly identifies community employment as the desired outcome for every individual of working age. The following is guidance ...
OCALI Customized Employment Project
December 20, 2016
"With funding from the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD), OCALI launched a customized employment project in March 2009 for two school based transition teams, Claymont High School with Tuscarawas County Board of Developmental ...
OH Job Seekers Guide
December 20, 2016
"The Job Seekers Guide will help you learn how to get a job and will give you some tools that will help along the way."
Loop Ohio
December 20, 2016
"Welcome to Loop Ohio, Ohio’s virtual Community of Practice! This online community is dedicated to facilitating statewide and local, cross system collaboration and learning, with a focus on promoting best practices in community development and ...
Ohio Employment First Transition Framework
December 20, 2016
"Ohio Employment First Transition Framework is a critical component to the Ohio Employment First structure and is intended to address barriers to transition planning and services in order to achieve meaningful adult outcomes. The Framework was developed ...
Developmental Disabilities Services Policy Change Regarding Sheltered Workshops
December 20, 2016
“In order to further Oregon’s Employment First policy, effective July 1, 2015, ODDS will no longer fund Sheltered Work or services in a Sheltered Workshop setting, for individuals who are newly eligible for services, or individuals already using ...
Oregon Memorandum of Understanding: Developmental Disabilities Services and Vocational Rehabilitation
December 20, 2016
“This memorandum of understanding (MOU) is to impact and be implemented statewide, with a target population of all working age individuals with Developmental Disabilities eligible for both VR and ODDS services. This will include school age individuals ...
Office of Developmental Disability Services (ODDS) Provider FAQ Employment Services
December 20, 2016
“This Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document is being distributed to help clarify and facilitate the services provided by the Office of Developmental Disability Services (ODDS) for adults with Intellectual and other Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) ...
Illinois Employment and Economic Opportunity for Persons with Disabilities Task Force Annual Report
August 21, 2015
"This annual report “outlines the activities undertaken by the Task Force during the first full year of operation. It reflects the information that has been gathered by the Task Force to date as well as outlines the recommendations developed by the ...
The Transition Alliance of South Carolina (TASC)
December 20, 2016
"The Transition Alliance of South Carolina (TASC) is spearheaded by the Center for Disability Resources (CDR) at the University of South Carolina’s School of Medicine.Utilizing funding and support from the South Carolina Department ...
Expect Employment 2015: Employment First Task Force Report to the Governor
January 04, 2017
~~“Governor Haslam established Tennessee as an Employment First state in June 2013 with Executive Order No. 28. This Order, in recognition of high levels of unemployment for Tennesseans with disabilities, mental illnesses and substance abuse ...
Tennessee Interagency Agreement Regarding IDEA
January 04, 2017
“The purpose of this Agreement is to identify and define the financial responsibilities of the Parties to this Agreement and to facilitate the provision and coordination of services for all infants, toddlers, children, youth and adults who are IDEA ...
Guide for Provider Transformation to an Employment First Service Model
January 04, 2017
~~Transition to an Employment First Service Model Guide is issuedOrganizations that are successful in their transformation to an Employment First provider agency share three elements, all of which should be addressed:1. Strategy: What will you do?2. ...
Employment and Community First CHOICES (Employment Program)
January 04, 2017
~~The Employment and Community First CHOICES program is administered by TennCare through its contracted managed care organizations. It offers services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Services in the program will help ...
Texas Health and Human Services Transformation
January 04, 2017
“In 2015, Texas Health and Human Services (HHS) began a transformation effort to produce a more efficient, effective, and responsive system. In September of 2016 the first phase of that effort became operational.The goals of the transformation are to ...
Interagency Agreement with Vermont Department of Education and Vermont Agency of Human Services
January 04, 2017
“This agreement promotes collaboration between the Agency of Human Services (AHS) and the Department of Education (DOE) in order to ensure that all required services are coordinated and provided to students with disabilities, in accordance with ...
Executive Order 2002-9 (Establishing a Governor's Task Force on Employment)
January 05, 2017
“An order establishing the Governor's Task Force on Employment and Economic Opportunity for Persons with Disabilities”
Arizona Department of Economic Security, Division of Developmental Disabilities “Strategic Plan 2016-2020” (Transition to Employment)
January 20, 2017
The Division recently introduced the service “Transition to Employment”. This service provides members with individualized instruction, training and supports to promote skill development for integrated and competitive employment. “Transition ...
Arkansas Department of Human Services “Supported Employment”
January 20, 2017
The Arkansas Department of Human Services Support Employment program is available to persons with most severe disabilities. It has the goal of assisting them in getting competitive employment in an integrated setting and earnings that are equal or greater ...
San Diego-Imperial Counties Developmental Services, Inc. "Employment First"
January 20, 2017
~~California’s Employment First Policy was signed into law in October of 2013, by Governor Brown.dds.ca.govCompetitive employment is finding a job within the community where you are paid about the same as other people doing the same job and at least ...
Senate Bill No. 502 May Special Session, Public Act No. 16-3AN ACT CONCERNING REVENUE AND OTHER ITEMS TO IMPLEMENT THE BUDGET FOR THE BIENNIUM ENDING JUNE 30, 2017.
January 20, 2017
“Sec. 60. Subsection (a) of section 17b-666 of the general statutes is repealed and the following is substituted in lieu thereof (Effective July 1, 2016): (a) The Department of Rehabilitation Services may receive state and federal funds to administer, ...
Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities “Provider Manual for Community Developmental Disabilities Providers Fiscal Year 2018 ”
January 23, 2017
“Quality Assurance and Standard Compliance Requirements 1.The DD Crisis Providers of the Crisis System shall develop and maintain performance indicators and outcome data as part of their quality management system that will assist DBHDD and Georgia ...
Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities “Provider Manual for Community Developmental Disabilities Providers Fiscal Year 2018”
January 23, 2017
“Community integration and inclusion into the larger natural community is supported and evident. Terms “Integration and Inclusion” mean: a. Use of community resources that are available to other citizens; b. Providing the opportunity to ...
Indiana Secondary Transition Resource Center – University of Indiana Bloomington
January 24, 2017
“We create and enhance professional development activities and resources to support teachers and, ultimately, students with disabilities, as they transition from school to their adult lives, working and participating in their communities, jobs and/or ...
Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services ”HCBS Providers – Financial Template”
January 24, 2017
“The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has contracted with Optumas, an actuary and consulting firm, to study the adequacy of Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) service payment rates. To assist with that study, Optumas has ...
Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services “Crisis and Exception Policy”
January 24, 2017
~~“Transitions to the I/DD WaiverThe following HCBS programs shall transition to HCBS IDD wavier program if they meet HCBS IDD functional eligibility:1. Person is determined no longer ...
Maine’s Person Centered Planning Process for Adults with Intellectual Disabilities and Autism
January 24, 2017
“Person-Centered Planning (PCP) is the required annual planning process for adults receiving developmental services in Maine. PCP involves identifying and describing the person’s needs and goals as well as the paid and unpaid supports and services ...
“Governor’s Interagency Transition Council for Youth with Disabilities”
January 24, 2017
“The primary responsibility of the IATC is to review, revise and update annually the Interagency State Plan for Transitioning Youth with Disabilities to ensure effective interagency planning and delivery of services for secondary students with ...
“FY2017 Interagency State Plan for Transitioning Youth with Disabilities”
January 24, 2017
“This is a document of the approved goals for students with disabilities who are transitioning from high school to post-secondary school or employment.” It consists of a set of tables, one for each goal, that lists the measures and strategies that ...
VR (Vocational Rehabilitation) & IL(Independent Living) Policies and Procedures Manual Section 800 “Supported Employment”
January 24, 2017
“Supported employment is competitive work in an integrated work setting, or employment in integrated work settings in which individuals are working towards competitive work, with ongoing support services for individuals with the most significant ...
Governor’s Interagency Transition Council for Youth with Disabilities
January 24, 2017
~~"The Interagency Transition Council for Youth with Disabilities (IATC) is a partnership of State and local government agencies, educators, family members and advocates. The IATC's purpose is to help improve the policies and practices that affect ...
FY2017 Interagency State Plan for Transitioning Youth with Disabilities
January 24, 2017
This is a document of the approved goals for students with disabilities who are transitioning from high school to post-secondary school or employment. “
Illinois "Add Us In Chicagoland"
August 23, 2015
“This project has two main goals: first, to identify and develop strategies to increase the capacity of small businesses and communities, to employ youth and adults with disabilities, and second, to enhance the opportunities and skills of individuals ...
“Transforming and Improving Practices through Customized Technical Assistance (TIP) Grants”
January 24, 2017
“The purpose of this initiative is to improve the employment outcomes of people with developmental disabilities by building the capacity of community service providers licensed by the Developmental Disabilities Administration. Through customized ...
Michigan Developmental Disabilities Council’s Public Policy Advocacy Platform 2017
January 24, 2017
“The Council supports Employment First policies and will work with the legislature, policy personal, stakeholders, and interested parties to promote Employment First policies and positions. Action Plan + Continue to pursue and coordinate resource ...
Nebraska Developmental Disabilities Provider Handbook
April 26, 2017
“DDD provides funding and oversight of community-based providers. DD services can be provided by either an independent or agency provider. Developmental Disability (DD) Services focus on helping participants live the most independent lives possible. ...
Nebraska Department of Developmental Disabilities Training Resources
April 26, 2017
“The Division of Developmental Disabilities is committed to providing training that results in improved lives for our participants. Please feel free to use as many training resources as you see fit.”
New Jersey Division of Developmental Disabilities Organizational Rules
April 26, 2017
“The Division of Developmental Disabilities funds services for eligible individuals with developmental disabilities. The Division’s mission is to assure the opportunity for individuals with developmental disabilities to receive quality services ...
EmployAbility: A Toolkit for Employers
April 26, 2017
“This handbook is meant to provide you with the information you need to begin employing people of all abilities, including financial and tax incentives, how and why hiring people of all abilities is good for your business and where to find qualified ...
2019 Transformation Series: Building Innovative Service Models
April 26, 2017
~~“Provider agencies across the state support Ohio's continued efforts to ensure people with intellectual and developmental disabilities have access to services that prioritize their individual goals and emphasize community membership and ...
RI Department of Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities, and Hospitals Supported Employment Services Package Person Centered Supported Employment Services Program
April 26, 2017
“BHDDH is implementing a performance-based payment program that promotes the expansion of integrated employment for DD Division clients. BHDDH is doing so in fulfillment of the following provisions of the May 18 Order of the Federal District ...
Utah Partnerships in Employment
April 26, 2017
“ACL’s Administration on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (AIDD) recently awarded more than $1.8 million in funding to six states to increase competitive employment outcomes for youth and young adults with intellectual and developmental ...
Arizona Developmental Disabilities Planning Council “Self-Employment for Workers with Disabilities: An Underutilized but Viable Option”
April 27, 2017
~~“For years, disability advocates have struggled with advancing self-employment options for people with disabilities to help combat their low employment rates. Trends including downsizing, increased use of contract and temporary employees, and advances ...
“Medicaid waiver renewal approved for Georgians with intellectual and developmental disabilities”
April 28, 2017
~~“The Georgia Departments of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) and Community Health (DCH) are pleased to announce that the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has approved renewal of the Comprehensive Supports Waiver ...
“Phase-In Timing for New Rates, by Services and ‘Cohort’ prepared for Developmental Disabilities Division”
May 01, 2017
~~“This document is a set of tables noting what services will be available for all of the participants in the program or different “cohorts” (Cohort 1 - Participants residing in certified or licensed settings; Cohort 2 - Participants living ...
SB 0344/HB0448 “Maryland Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Program - Account Clarifications”
May 01, 2017
~~“Clarifying that a specified amount may be contributed in each calendar year to an account for a disabled individual under the Maryland Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Program; providing that contributions to an ABLE account may not exceed a ...
Ohio Revised Code 5123:2-9-16 - Home and community-based services waivers
July 17, 2017
“This rule defines group employment support and sets forth provider qualifications, requirements for service delivery and documentation of services, and payment standards for the service. The expected outcome of group employment support is paid ...
Ohio Revised Code 5123:2-9-16 - Home and community-based services waivers
July 17, 2017
“This rule defines group employment support and sets forth provider qualifications, requirements for service delivery and documentation of services, and payment standards for the service. The expected outcome of group employment support is paid ...
Oklahoma APSE 2017 Employment Conference
July 17, 2017
~~“This event brought together key community stakeholders, individuals with disabilities, family members and educators to network and discuss state-of-the-art strategies to ensure competitive and equitable employment for Oklahoman’s with ...
Oregon HUD 811 Project Rental Assistance
July 17, 2017
“Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS), in partnership with the Department of Human Services and Oregon Health Authority, is committed to providing supportive housing opportunities through the HUD 811 Project Rental Assistance (PRA) program for ...
Oregon Local EF Teams’ Community of Practice
July 17, 2017
“During 2017, we worked with the DHS Employment First Office and Local Employment First teams on their ongoing Community of Practice (CoP), a subject-based discussion series of topics important to Employment First. Each topic was featured in a 2-hour ...
Pennsylvania Employment First Executive Order Summary
July 18, 2017
“On March 10, 2016, Governor Tom Wolf signed Executive Order 2016-03, “Establishing ‘Employment First’ Policy and Increasing Competitive-Integrated Employment for Pennsylvanians with a Disability.”…Per the requirements of ...
SC Employment First Initiative
July 18, 2017
“South Carolina is one of six states selected by the Administration for Community Living to receive funding in order to increase employment outcomes for youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities statewide. Employment First emphasizes ...
Vermont Aging & Disability Resource Connections: No Wrong Door
July 18, 2017
“Vermont’s Aging Disabilities Resource Connections (ADRC) initiative provides people of all ages, disabilities, and incomes with the information and support they need to make informed decisions about long term services and supports. ADRC ...
Virginia Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities
July 18, 2017
“Led by the Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services and the Virginia Department for the Blind and Vision Impaired, this grant will help nearly 500 Virginians with disabilities, including young adults and veterans, gain new skills and ...
Executive Order 01.01.2009.10 Maryland Disability History and Awareness Month
July 19, 2017
“Now, therefore, I, Martin O’Malley, Governor of the State of Maryland […] hereby proclaim the following executive order, effective immediately.State of Maryland Executive Branch agencies shall annually observe October as Disability History ...
Employment Resources for Adult Services Providers
July 27, 2017
~~“Successful job development is often a complex set of strategies that requires skill and commitment on the part of the individual seeking a job, their support staff and members of their team. Successful job developers use person-centered career ...
Delaware Home and Community-Based Lifespan Waiver
July 28, 2017
~~“Delaware Health and Social Services (DHSS)/Division of Medicaid and Medical Assistance (DMMA) and Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDDS) received approval from the Center for Medicaid Services (CMS) to amend the Home and Community-Based ...
Provider Manual for Community Developmental Disability Providers of State –Funded Developmental Disability Services Fiscal Year 2020
July 28, 2017
~~“Vision: Easy access to high-quality care that leads to a life of recovery and independence for the people we serve. Mission: Leading an accountable and effective continuum of care to support Georgians with behavioral health challenges, and ...
Person Centered Philosophy Statements
July 28, 2017
~~“The Person Centered Planning can be described as the balance between what is important to a person and what is important for a person. It is a way to identify strengths, preferences, needs (both clinical and support needs) and desired outcomes of a ...
IA Department of Human Services Report of Joint Protocols and Program Models
August 24, 2015
“IVRS and DHS are key collaborators in EFSLMP. “IVRS is the lead agency, but DHS has committed to staff and management resources and time. … Iowa has a “grassroots Employment First (E1st) initiative that influences the ...
Olmstead Plan for Mental Health and Disability Services: State plan framework (2011 - 2015)
August 24, 2015
“The Department of Human Service’s priorities for Olmstead Plan implementation include establishing the leadership, necessary partnerships and infrastructure for a service system expanding opportunities for competitive employment.”The goals ...
Meeting the Employment Transportation Needs of People with Disabilities in New Jersey
August 01, 2017
~~“Getting and keeping a job can be a challenge for anyone, regardless of disability status. For people with disabilities in New Jersey, the challenge can be even greater. Although the state has a large and extensive public transportation ...
Employment Learning Community : Improving Systems and Services for Individuals with IDD
August 01, 2017
~~The Employment Learning Community (ELC) assists states in improving systems and services to increase inclusive, competitive employment for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).The ELC has three key components:• Delphi ...
Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities Annual Report FY2017
November 01, 2017
“The Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) oversees a statewide system of supports and services for people with developmental disabilities and their families with the support of a diverse stakeholder community. The department does this by ...
Oregon Innovation Grant Awardees
November 01, 2017
“The Oregon Legislature awarded a Policy Option Package in the 2015-17 session for the Department of Human Services (DHS) to fund innovative Employment First projects to increase capacity throughout the state.The purpose of these grants is to expand ...
RISE 2 Work Partnership
November 01, 2017
“The RISE 2 Work partnership brings together a number of agencies focused on the needs of intellectually and developmentally disabled (I/DD) individuals and is focused on overcoming the stigma faced by such job seekers. Funds will help secure a shared ...
TX Implementation of Acute Care Services and the Long-term Services and Supports System Redesign
November 01, 2017
ACUTE CARE SERVICES AND LONG-TERM SERVICES AND SUPPORTS SYSTEM FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH AN INTELLECTUAL OR DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITY. In accordance with this chapter, the commission shall design and implement an acute care services and long-term services and ...
AB-1607 An act to amend Sections 4688.21 and 4850.3 of the Welfare and Institutions Code, Rrelating to Developmental Sservices.
November 02, 2017
~~“Existing law, the Lanterman Developmental Disabilities Services Act, requires the State Department of Developmental Services to contract with regional centers to provide services and supports to individuals with developmental disabilities and their ...
Wisconsin Employment First Grant Recipients
November 02, 2017
“The Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities awarded Employment First Partner grants to 14 community organizations, including: schools, employment providers, managed care organizations, and advocacy organizations. These ...
Iowa DHS: Stakeholder Brief by SELN
August 25, 2015
“Iowa Department of Human Services (DHS) has been keenly focused on improving opportunities for Iowans with disabilities to become employed in quality jobs in Iowa communities since 2000 when first awarded a Medicaid Infrastructure Grant (MIG), a ...
Iowa Coalition for Integrated Employment
August 25, 2015
“The Iowa Coalition for Integrated Employment’s consortium includes representatives from the Iowa DD Council, Iowa Department of Education, Iowa VR and the Department of Human Services. The partners have a history of routinely working together on ...
Iowa AIDD Partnerships in Employment Systems Change Grant
August 25, 2015
The Iowa Coalition for Integrated Employment’s consortium includes representatives from various government and advocacy agencies and organizations. The objections of the coalition are: “Develop a Readiness for Change Plan for ...
2014 Kansas Employment First Oversight Commission Report to the Governor and Kansas Legislature
September 01, 2015
This report has a number of recommendations with new or revised Employment First practices to support the Governor’s Employment First “Road Map,” including those that:“Incentivize the Goal of Employment First – The State of ...
Kansas Employment First Oversight Commission
September 01, 2015
“In order to ensure the Oversight Commission can effectively carry out its duties, the law places certain requirements on state agencies to help ensure that the law will be effectively and fully implemented. The law also places requirements on state ...
Nebraska Planning Council on Developmental Disabilities State Plan 2017-2021
September 02, 2015
Goal 3: Employment Influence systems change to provide increased opportunities for more individuals with intellectual and other developmental disabilities (I/DD) of diverse identities to pursue an employment path of their choice.· Provide support ...
Alabama Disability Employment Initiative
July 27, 2015
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) is a three-year federal grant-funded program that improves education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for people with disabilities who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving ...
Ready, Set, Go
September 02, 2015
~~“There are many decisions young adults must make when planning for life after high school. These materials and resources help young adults with developmental disabilities make decisions about supports as they move from high school to adult ...
New Hampshire HB 1174
September 03, 2015
“This bill establishes a committee to identify and recommend changes to New Hampshire laws and rules on the payment of subminimum wages to persons with disabilities.”
NH Granite State Employment Project 5 Year Strategic Plan (2008-2012)
September 03, 2015
The mission of the Granite State Employment Project is to improve employment opportunities for New Hampshire citizens with disabilities so that they may fully participate in and better contribute to their communities. The vision of the Granite ...
New Hampshire Council on Developmental Disabilities
September 03, 2015
“The purpose of State Councils is to ’engage in advocacy, capacity building, and systemic change activities that are consistent with the purpose of the DD Act and; contribute to a coordinated, consumer and family-centered, consumer and ...
New Hampshire Council on Developmental Disabilities (NHCDD) Five Year Plan (2016-2021), Executive Summary
September 03, 2015
Goal 2. Quality of Life: Individuals with developmental disabilities living in New Hampshire will have greater opportunities for inclusion through meaningful competitive employment, friendships and relationships, recreation and choice of social activities, ...
Institute on Disability/UCEDD - University of New Hampshire
September 03, 2015
“Trains students, self-advocates, families and professionals through coursework, seminars, workshops and conferences; Provides technical assistance to organizations and individuals to improve their capacity to include all citizens. Disseminates ...
New Hampshire Medicaid Infrastructure Grant Five Year Plan (2008-2012)
September 03, 2015
• MIG funds were used during 2002 and 2003 to provide the 13 New Hampshire Employment Security One-Stops with equipment and resource materials (e.g., screen readers, audio “how to” tapes) to make them more accessible to individuals with ...
Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) and Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) Joint Guidance on Referrals for Vocational Rehabilitation Services
February 07, 2018
“Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) and the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) have developed the following joint guidance for both County Boards of Developmental Disabilities and Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) staff to ...
Employment First Task Force Joint Guidance: Limitations on Use of Subminimum Wage
February 07, 2018
“Section 511 of the federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act of 2014 (WIOA), which took effect July 22, 2016, is intended to place limits on the payment of subminimum wage to individuals with disabilities, using special wage certificates under ...
Oregon Administrative Rules: Independent Providers Delivering Developmental Disabilities Services
February 07, 2018
“The rules in OAR chapter 411, division 375 establish the standards and procedures governing independent providers and the fiscal services provided on behalf of individuals who employ or contract with an independent provider.Independent providers ...
Employment First PA Fiscal Year 2017-2018 Quarter 4 Updates
February 07, 2018
This document lists updates from agencies involved with Pennsylvania’s Employment First initiative. Updates are focused around various priorities, including raising expectations for youth with disabilities, preparing students for school-to-work ...
Rhode Island Disability Employment Initiative Round 8
February 07, 2018
“RI DEI will fund four Disability Resource Coordinators and implement activities that will continue with its success in re-integrating the Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities populations from sheltered workshops and segregated day programs and ...
Expect Employment 2017: TN Employment First Task Force Report to the Governor
February 07, 2018
“Over the course of the fiscal year, several task force members completed major objectives in the strategic plan. Those include the implementation of the Employment and Community First CHOICES program and launch of the Transition Tennessee site. In ...
Utah Division of Services for People with Disabilities Annual Report 2016
February 07, 2018
“This report aims to illustrate the number of people who utilize the services provided by the [Division of Services for People with Disabilities], describe the services being used, provide accountability to the citizens of Utah, and highlight the ...
Vermont Developmental Disabilities Services Division Health and Wellness Guidelines
February 08, 2018
“The Developmental Disabilities Services Division is responsible to ensure the health and safety of people who receive Home and Community Based Services (HCBS)-funded developmental services.One of the key purposes of the Health and Wellness Guidelines ...
Medicaid Manual for Developmental Disabilities Services
February 08, 2018
“Medicaid Services in Vermont are provided under Global Commitment for Health 1115 Medicaid Waiver an agreement with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. It is a matching entitlement program that provides medical care to aged, blind, or disabled ...
Washington Community First Choice
February 08, 2018
“Community first choice (CFC) is a Washington apple health state plan benefit authorized under Section 1915(k) of the Social Security Act. CFC enables the agency and its contracted entities to deliver person-centered home and community based ...
The Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) Unit
February 12, 2018
~~“The Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) Unit is responsible for monitoring service providers and supports systems serving individuals who experience intellectual or developmental disabilities. The IDD Unit oversees the ...
The Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) Unit
February 12, 2018
~~“The Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) Unit is responsible for monitoring service providers and supports systems serving individuals who experience an intellectual or developmental disability. The IDD Unit oversees the Intellectual and ...
Louisiana Selected as Vision Quest State
February 13, 2018
“Louisiana is one of eight states selected to receive Training and Technical Assistanceas a Vision Quest State for the 2018 fiscal year under the United States Departmentof Labor's, Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP) Employment First ...
Maryland Minimum Wage Act of 2014 (HB 0295/CH0262)
February 13, 2018
“Incrementally increasing the State minimum wage rate to $10.10 beginning July 1, 2018; authorizing specified employers to pay employees under the age of 20 years a specified wage under specified circumstances; requiring the Department of Health and ...
Regional Employment Collaboratives
February 13, 2018
“Massachusetts is home to a number of collaborative efforts to improve employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. With funding from the Department of Developmental Services and the Department of Mental Health, these collaboratives are ...
Kentucky Supported Employment Training Project (SET-P)
September 04, 2015
Kentucky’s Supported Employment Training Project (SET-P) provides support for professionals who in turn support people with disabilities with finding good jobs. [Their] work through the Human Development Institute at the University of Kentucky, is ...
Notice of Emergency and Proposed Rulemaking: ID/DD Waiver
February 13, 2018
~~“The Department of Disability Services (DDS), Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA), operates the Medicaid Home and Community–Based Services (HCBS) Waiver for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (ID/DD Waiver) ...
Report to the Twenty-Ninth Legislature State of Hawaii 2018 on Long Term Adult Supports and Resources
February 14, 2018
~~“Long Term Adult Supports and Resources (LASR)This program provides supports for individuals who are eligible for DDD but not eligible for Medicaid services under the I/DD Waiver, or do not choose to receive Waiver services. The LASR Program ...
Memorandum of Understanding Transition to Employment of Students and Youth with Disabiilities
March 19, 2018
Vision: Through strong interagency collaboration, students with disabilities will exit school with competitive integrated employment and/or a connection to post-secondary education intended to lead to employment.1, Recitals and Purpose1.1. Nationally and in ...
Arkansas Employment First Task Force Final Report
July 28, 2015
"After the Governor signed Executive Order 10-17, the Department of Human Services convened the Employment First Task Force. The Task Force was comprised of representatives from state agencies, provider associations, and advocacy groups. The Task Force ...
University of Kentucky Graduate Certificate in Developmental Disabilities
September 04, 2015
“This certificate will present a comprehensive and unique perspective not available within any individual program on campus. The interdisciplinary nature of this field of study will be emphasized. In addition to a broad, interdisciplinary perspective, ...
New York State Expanding Program to Help Individuals with Disabilities find Employment
June 11, 2018
“The New York State Employment First Commission, created by Governor Andrew M. Cuomo and chaired by the New York State Office of Mental Health, has announced new resources to help increase employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. The ...
New York State Expanding Program to Help Individuals with Disabilities find Employment
June 11, 2018
“The New York State Employment First Commission, created by Governor Andrew M. Cuomo and chaired by the New York State Office of Mental Health, has announced new resources to help increase employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. The ...
Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities Web-based Training Catalog
June 12, 2018
This webpage features links to all training webinars offered by the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities, on topics including Medicaid, rules and regulations, providing services to various populations, etc. It is continuously updated.
Oregon Employment Services for Individuals with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities
June 12, 2018
“The purposes of the rules in OAR chapter 411, division 345 are to:Effectuate Oregon’s Employment First policy,…Prescribe service standards and requirements for providers of home and community-based services in settings where employment ...
Care Coordination Organization/Health Home (CCO/HH) Provider Policy Guidance and Manual
June 13, 2018
"Effective July 1, 2018, OPWDD will transition Care Management, both Medicaid Service Coordination (MSC) and Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) Waiver Plan of Care Support Services (PCSS) to the Health Home model of care. Health Home Care ...
Employment Advocacy Initiatives
June 13, 2018
“The Council supports a policy of “Employment First” in which employment in the general workforce is the first and preferred outcome in the provision of publicly funded services for all working age citizens with disabilities, regardless of ...
Memorandum of Understanding: Transition to Employment of Students and Youth with Disabilities
June 13, 2018
“Vision: Through strong interagency collaboration, students with disabilities will exit school with competitive integrated employment and/or a connection to post-secondary intended to lead to employment.”
Statewide Summit on Advocacy
June 13, 2018
“The Summit on Advocacy is an opportunity for self-advocates and partners to gather information around self-advocacy activities and policies. The purpose is to strengthen and enhance self-advocacy efforts in New Mexico.”
Navigating the System: A Guide for Individuals and Families
June 14, 2018
~~“The mission of Arizona’s Developmental Disabilities Planning Council (ADDPC) is to develop and support capacity building and systemic change to increase inclusion and involvement of persons with developmental disabilities in their communities ...
Louisiana OCDD and Employment First
September 05, 2015
The Office for Citizens with Developmental Disabilities (OCDD) believes that it is time to improve employment outcomes for people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities in Louisiana. Over the last few years the term “Employment ...
Project Search
October 22, 2018
~~Project SEARCH was originally launched in 1996 at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center. Designed to prepare young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities for competitive employment, this one-year “school- to-work” ...
Waiver Employment Services and Supports
October 22, 2018
~~This page has information on the following services and supports:Discovery and Career PlanningBenefits CounselingHawaii Work Incentives Planning and Assistance (WIPA)Individual Employment Supports•Job Development•Job Coaching
Medicaid I/DD Waiver
October 22, 2018
~~“Medicaid is a jointly funded, Federal-State health insurance program for people with limited income and resources who meet eligibility requirements. The Medicaid 1915(c) Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Waiver for individuals with ...
Employment First
October 22, 2018
~~The Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities believes that all people, regardless of disability, should have the opportunity to work and recognizes that individuals with I/DD achieve successful employment outcomes when:•They are ...
Medicaid I/DD Waiver Providers
October 22, 2018
~~Services are provided through the Medicaid 1915(c) Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Waiver, for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (Medicaid I/DD Waiver). The purpose of the Medicaid I/DD Waiver is to support people to have ...
Developmental Disabilities Worker’s Guide
October 24, 2018
~~“SPPC services are available to eligible individuals – up to 20 hours each month – as stand-alone attendant/personal care services and related supports, or in combination with the Community First Choice Option/K Plan services. ...
New Jersey Governor’s Employment First Declaration
September 08, 2015
~~“Recognizing the opportunity for New Jersey to improve employment statistics by increasing the number of people with disabilities in the general workforce, Governor Christie declared New Jersey an “Employment First” state on April ...
NJ Department of Health and Human Services Employment First Statement
September 08, 2015
“People with disabilities are a multi-skilled workforce resource for employers. An inclusive workplace promotes diversity, expands the tax base and creates an expanded pool of qualified candidates for available jobs. ‘Employment First’ is ...
DiscoverAbility: New Jersey’s Strategic Plan for Creating a Comprehensive Employment System for People with Disabilities
September 08, 2015
During the final year of the DiscoverAbility NJ project, New Jersey became an Employment First state and joined the national State Employment Leadership Network (SELN). Nonprofit community service providers assist people with disabilities with a wide range of ...
FY 2019 Provider Rate Increase FAQ's
November 05, 2018
~~During the past legislative session, Governor Haslam and the Tennessee General Assembly dedicated approximately $50 million in state and federal dollars towards a rate increase for providers contracted with the Department of Intellectual and Developmental ...
DIDD Launches State Employment Mentorship Program
November 05, 2018
~~‘The Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (DIDD) launched a new mentorship program today, designed to leverage in-state employment expertise to increase competitive, integrated employment opportunities in Tennessee for years to ...
Vermont State System of Care Plan for Developmental Disabilities Services, FY 2018- FY 2020
November 06, 2018
~~The mission of the Department of Disabilities, Aging and Independent Living (DAIL) is to make Vermont the best state in which to grow old or to live with a disability; with dignity, respect and independence. Core Principles of DAIL• ...
Office of Special Education Transition Requirements – NJ Administrative Code 6A-14
September 08, 2015
(34) Transition services. The term "transition services" means a coordinated set of activities for a child with a disability that— (A) is designed to be within a results-oriented process, that is focused on improving the academic and ...
New Jersey Department of Human Services Division of Developmental Disabilities Olmstead Plan
September 08, 2015
Action Step 8: Expansion of Community Supports (RFP to expand agencies qualified to provide housing, residential, employment/day medical, and behavioral supports) with outcome of 63 agencies qualified to provide employment/day supports, andAction Step 9: ...
DiscoverAbility NJ
September 08, 2015
~~“Within the past decade, considerable scholarly and applied research reports have described the barriers to employment and economic independence faced by people with disabilities. Despite many government efforts and research that provides ...
Adult Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Waiver Redesign Stakeholder Group
May 08, 2019
~“Adult Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Waiver Redesign Stakeholders provide guidance and advice to the Department on the development and implementation of a redesigned waiver to support adults with intellectual and developmental ...
New Jersey Money Follows the Person
September 08, 2015
Money Follows the Person (MFP) is a federal demonstration project that helps eligible individuals who have been residing in nursing homes and developmental centers for a minimum of 90 consecutive days move into a community-setting. The setting will offer ...
Arkansas Governor’s Developmental Disability Council Funding FAQs
July 28, 2015
~~“FAQsQ - What is the Governor's Council on Developmental Disabilities?A - The Council is a federally funded, self-governing organization charged with identifying the most pressing needs of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in ...
2018 Olmstead Report – Integrated Education/Employment
May 15, 2019
~~“The Division of Developmental Disabilities (DHHS-DD) is transitioning existing employment approaches to come into compliance with the Home and community Based Services (HCBS) Final Rule. The report summarizes progress and challenges in achieving ...
New Mexico Department of Health Action Steps
September 08, 2015
The New Mexico Department of Health will, "continue to utilize the New Mexico Employment Institute (NMEI) in areas of job development and technical assistance to train and assist providers.DDSD hopes to achieve the 38% FY13 target, through continued ...
Home and Community Based Services Provider Manual DRAFT
May 16, 2019
~~“Supported employment services may be provided in a variety of settings, particularly work sites. Supported employment services include the following:•Supervision and training that are not job-related•Intensive ongoing ...
About the Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
May 20, 2019
~~“The Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (DIDD) is the state agency responsible for administering services and support to Tennesseans with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This is done in several ways, including ...
Expect Employment Report to the Governor 2018
May 20, 2019
~~“This fifth annual report to the governor continues to document the task force’s progress as identified in the five goals outlined in the strategic plan. Furthermore, this report continues to highlight the people behind the numbers who ...
Medicaid Balancing Incentives Program
May 20, 2019
~~“Federal law established the Balancing Incentive Program (BIP) which increases the Federal Medical Assistance Percentage to participating states through September 2015 in exchange for states making certain structural reforms to increase access to ...
Governor’s Executive Order Number 136 “Establishing the New York Employment First Initiative to Increase Employment of New Yorkers with Disabilities”
September 08, 2015
…”NOW, THEREFORE, I, ANDREW M. CUOMO, Governor of the State of New York, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the State of New York, do hereby order as follows: … B. Employment First Commission1. ...
New York State Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD), The Road to. Reform: Putting People First, April 2013
September 08, 2015
Road to Reform Report: April 2013 report from New York State Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) that delineates specific policies regarding policies and goals for improving employment outcomes, under a transformation agreement with CMS, ...
NY OPWDD Statewide Comprehensive Plan (2012-2016)
September 08, 2015
October 2010 report indicating that “OPWDD is promoting Employment First as a preferred outcome for all people with developmental disabilities.OPWDD continues its efforts to greatly expand the number of people with developmental disabilities who are ...
Annual Maryland Transition Conference 2019
September 30, 2019
~~“Help us celebrate the partnerships between public vocational rehabilitation, community organizations, and the Maryland workforce partners that create successful outcomes for Marylanders with disabilities who want to work.Mark your calendars for ...
Mississippi ABLE
September 30, 2019
~~“What is an ABLE account?ABLE accounts are savings accounts for individuals with disabilities which will not affect their public benefits. These accounts can be used for daily transactions and/or long-term savings. Income earned in the ...
NY Partnerships in Employment - University of Rochester
September 09, 2015
~~“A State and Regional Consortia will be created to engage in systems change efforts that contribute to the following 1) developing policies that support competitive employment integrated settings as the first and desired outcome for youth and young ...
Employment Data Collection Frequently Asked Questions
October 03, 2019
~~“The TN SPDC Tool serves as an easy way for providers to deliver data to their program director.Data is collected for all individuals receiving DIDD residential, day, and/or employment services regardless of their employment status. However if a ...
Tennessee DIDD Annual Report 2018
October 03, 2019
~~“The Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (DIDD) is the state department responsible for administration and oversight of community-based services for Tennesseans with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The department ...
State of Rhode Island Employment First
September 09, 2015
“Changing Lives through Integrated Employment ...Employment First promotes community-based, integrated employment as the first option for employment services for individuals with disabilities. Conversations about Employment First are taking place in ...
14c (Subminimum Wages) Rhode Island Settlement
September 09, 2015
“The Justice Department announced… that it has entered into a statewide settlement agreement that will resolve violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) for approximately 3,250 Rhode Islanders with intellectual and developmental ...
SB-81: Developmental services
May 04, 2020
“(1) Existing law, the Lanterman Developmental Disabilities Services Act, requires the State Department of Developmental Services to contract with regional centers to provide services and supports to individuals with developmental disabilities and their ...
NC Employment First Website
September 09, 2015
This document outlines the services offered by the NC Department of Health and Human Services, including employment plans, employment counselors, School-to-Life services, rehabilitation engineering and benefits counseling.NC DHHS Employment First philosophy ...
An Order Transferring the Tennessee Early Intervention System from the Department of Education to the Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
May 06, 2020
“WHEREAS, the Tennessee Early Intervention System (hereinafter "TEIS") is a voluntary educational program for infants and toddlers with disabilities and their families that is designed to support, facilitate, and encourage the child's ...
Department of Developmental Services
May 06, 2020
“The Department of Developmental Services provides supports for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities including Autism Spectrum Disorder to enhance opportunities to become fully engaged members of their community….The ...
NC Employment First Steering Committee
September 09, 2015
The NC Employment First Steering Committee “is a statewide workgroup that formed in 2011 with more than 30 members currently representing various disability groups- Mental Illness, Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, Substance ...
Maryland Transition Resource Guide
May 06, 2020
“This guide provides tips and resources to help plan for adulthood and life after high school. Get ready to consider choices, explore options, and take action to prepare for your future.“
DC Department on Disability Services (DDS): Services
July 29, 2020
“About UsThe Department on Disability Services (DDS) is composed of two Administrations that oversee and coordinate services for residents with disabilities through a network of private and non-profit providers: Developmental Disabilities Administration ...
CT Department of Developmental Services (DDS) Advocates' Corner Employment Services
July 29, 2020
“About UsThe Department of Developmental Services (DDS) Advocates' Corner provides information and resources to Connecticut Citizens with intellectual disabilities, their families and professionals. This website focuses on, self advocacy, ...
Governor's Council on Disabilities & Special Education (GCDSE): Annual Update Oct 2018 - Sept 2019: Creating change that improves the lives of Alaskans with disabilities
July 29, 2020
“Alaskans share a vision of a flexible system in which each person directs their own supports, based on their strengths and abilities, toward a meaningful life in their home, their job and their community. Our vision includes supported families, ...
Developmental Disabilities Services State Fiscal Year 2019 Annual Report
July 31, 2020
“The Vermont Developmental Disabilities Services Division is pleased to share the Annual Report on Developmental Disabilities Services (DDS) for State Fiscal Year 2019. We encourage people who receive services, family members, agency partners, ...
1915(c) Waiver Changes to Employment and Day Services
August 01, 2020
“Training Outline:1. Why and how waiver changes were developed (slides 4-7)2. Overview of waiver changes• New services (slides 8-45)➢Summary and detailed requirements➢ Justifications (IOGs)• Other notable changes (slides 46-51)3. Overview ...
DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES OREGON ADMINISTRATIVE RULES
August 01, 2020
“The purposes of the rules in OAR chapter 411, division 345 are to:(1) Effectuate Oregon’s Employment First policy, as described in the State of Oregon Executive Order No. 15-01 and OAR chapter 407, division 025, under which:(a) The employment of ...
Adult Services Autism Commission
August 18, 2020
“Adult services for autism and disabilities focus on resources that impact all facets of adult life including employment, housing, community life and post-secondary education.”This page contains quick links to a range of services to support adults ...
Medicaid Managed Care Policy Paper North Carolina’s Design for State-Funded Services Under Behavioral Health and Intellectual/Developmental Disability Tailored Plans
August 19, 2020
“This policy paper details the Department’s vision for the delivery of State-funded behavioral health, iintellectual and developmental disability (I/DD), and traumatic brain injury (TBI) services I/DD, as well as the continuation of critical ...
Updated Guidance: Adult Day Services
August 19, 2020
“As Ohio’s economy continues to reopen, Ohioans with developmental disabilities are looking to safely return to the places, jobs, and activities they love. It is imperative that people can engage in the activities they choose, with the services ...
Employment First
August 19, 2020
“As part of the Employment First Initiative, OOD [Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities] and the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) have established an interagency agreement to expand Supported Employment services for working-age ...
Arkansas Governor’s Developmental Disabilities Council's "Funded Projects"
July 28, 2015
~~“The Council is supporting a variety of projects in the 2017-2018 grant period to benefit Arkansans with I/DD and their families. These projects are taking place across the state, with programs in every Congressional District..
North Carolina Association of Rehabilitation Facilities (NCARF)
September 09, 2015
“NCARF is a professional organization dedicated to assisting its member organizations in the provision of services to individuals with disabilities. NCARF is composed of members representing North Carolina's community rehabilitation ...
Arkansas Employment First Task Force Training Recommendations
July 28, 2015
The Final Report of the Employment First Task Force included a number of recommendations related to training, including:Recommendation 1: Provide training on disability employment to State agency and provider agency staff.State agencies should offer three ...
Managed Care in North Carolina - Piedmont Behavioral Health Care
September 09, 2015
“Under the CCNC program, North Carolina contracts with 14 community networks, which are each paid a per member per month fee to coordinate patient care. Networks are paid a higher fee to coordinate the needs of aged, blind, and disabled beneficiaries. ...
North Dakota Senate Bill No. 2271
September 09, 2015
Legislation signed into law in April 2013, establishing a Committee on Employment of People with Disabilities, for furthering the goal of employment as the first option for people with disabilities.
North Dakota Developmental Disabilities Policy Manual
September 09, 2015
~~“The purpose of this manual is to establish policies and procedures for implementing the provisions of Federal and State Regulating Authority for Developmental Disabilities Services in the State of North Dakota. Developmental Disabilities ...
North Dakota Protection & Advocacy Project
September 09, 2015
As encouraged by federal funding sources, and following input activities by people with disabilities, family members and the public, each year P&A chooses some of the most important issues affecting people with disabilities and makes them priorities. ...
ND State Rehabilitation Council
September 09, 2015
“The purpose of the North Dakota State Rehabilitation Council is to advise the Director of North Dakota Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) on issues concerning policy and program, delivery of services, and methods for reaching potential ...
South Dakota Dept of Human Services Employment First Philosophy
September 09, 2015
“The S.D. Department of Human Services Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) is engaged in bringing integrated employment supports for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities into greater focus. Through funds granted by the ...
Governor Creates Task Force on Employing People with Disabilities
September 09, 2015
“Led by the state Department of Human Services, the task force will bring the private and public sectors together to ensure people with disabilities are a vital part of South Dakota’s workforce. The task force will offer a broad spectrum of ...
South Dakota Employment First Works Task Force: Recommendations
September 09, 2015
“Governor Daugaard announced his Employment Works Initiative in the spring of 2013, and a task force was created in July 2013 to help guide his efforts. Assembling a broad spectrum of interests was considered integral to the success of the South Dakota ...
South Dakota Disability Awareness Month
September 09, 2015
“Gov. Dennis Daugaard has proclaimed October as Disability Employment Awareness Month in South Dakota, carrying the national theme “‘Because We Are Equal to the Task.’” “The state Department of Human Services (DHS) joins a ...
Ohio Employment First Executive Order
September 10, 2015
~~“Governor John Kasich officially launched Ohio’s Employment First Initiative when he signed Executive Order 2012-05K on March 19, 2012. The Executive Order established statewide collaboration and coordination by creating the Employment First ...
Ohio's Path to Employment First
September 10, 2015
“Successful implementation of Employment First requires a multi-pronged approach and a long-term commitment to systems change…. A comprehensive approach must focus on key strategies; all designed to work synergistically to impact a service ...
Ohio Employment First Administrative Rule
September 10, 2015
The Administrative Rules assert that, “Community Employment is competitive employment that takes place in an integrated setting;Every individual of working age will have a person-centered planning process to identify their desired employment outcome and ...
Ohio Transition Planning Requirements in IEPs
September 10, 2015
“Transition assessment affords the opportunity for professionals from across agencies to co-plan and review information that will highlight the youth's preferences, interests, needs and skills relevant to building a profile of the youth as a future ...
Ohio - “New Requirements for Secondary Transition Services for Students with Disabilities: Frequently Asked Questions”
September 10, 2015
The New Requirements state that IEPs must start at age 14, update annually and contain,“Appropriate measurable post-secondary goals based upon age-appropriate transition assessments related to training, education and independent living skills; ...
Ohio DD System Requirements
September 10, 2015
“In order to make community employment the expected and preferred outcome for people with developmental disabilities, the Ohio DD system is required to align policies, procedures, eligibility, enrollment, and planning for services across state ...
Employment First Administrative Rule (5123: 2-2-05)
September 10, 2015
“The purpose of this rule is to implement the employment first policy in accordance with section 5123.022 of the Revised Code… This rule applies to county boards of developmental disabilities and providers responsible for planning, coordinating, ...
Ohio Employment First Taskforce Common Principles
September 10, 2015
“The Ohio Employment First Taskforce agencies agree that community employment should be the first option for all working age adults and transition-age youth with developmental disabilities. Employment First is a philosophy of service that presumes that ...
South Dakota's Disability Employment Initiative (DEI)
September 10, 2015
The SDDEI's goal is to improve educational, training and employment opportunities and outcomes for youth with disabilities as a means to economic self-sufficiency. The project has a comprehensive model for improving employment outcomes of youth with ...
SD Advocacy Services
September 10, 2015
~~“What We DoDRSD assists South Dakotans who have a disability and have concerns about their legal rights. DRSD accomplishes this through information and referral, individual advocacy, alternative dispute resolution, and administrative or legal ...
Ohio Disability Employment Initiative
September 10, 2015
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) is a three-year federal grant-funded program that improves education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for people with disabilities who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving ...
Ohio Employment First Provider Support Trainings
September 10, 2015
Professional development activities are available to providers by the Ohio Employment First Initiative. Trainings include, but are not limited to Mobile Technology as Employment Supports; Task Analysis for Job Coaches; The Role of the Occupational ...
South Dakota SELN
September 10, 2015
“The state Department of Human Services (DHS) recently became a member of the State Employment Leadership Network (SELN), connecting South Dakota with developmental disability agencies across the country that are devoted to improving employment outcomes ...
South Dakota's Disability Employment Initiative (DEI)
September 10, 2015
The SDDEI's goal is to improve educational, training and employment opportunities and outcomes for youth with disabilities as a means to economic self-sufficiency. The project has a comprehensive model for improving employment outcomes of youth with ...
AK Governor’s Council on Disabilities and Special Education
July 29, 2015
Alaska' unique geographical area with a relatively small population requires a management system tailored to meet the needs of Alaskans. The Governor's Council on Disabilities & Special Education was created to meet Alaska's diverse needs. The ...
Governor’s Executive Order Order Establishing The Tennessee Employment First I
September 10, 2015
“NOW, THEREFORE, I, Bill Haslam, Governor of the State of Tennessee… do hereby order and direct the following:1. State agencies coordinate efforts to increase opportunities for integrated and competitive employment for Tennesseans with ...
Ohio Self Empowered Life Funding (SELF) Handbook
September 10, 2015
~~“A waiver is a Medicaid program that can pay for the services a person withdevelopmental disabilities needs. A waiver is one way to pay for services. Servicescan be things like help cooking food or doing laundry, help getting around, or helpfinding a ...
OK Developmental Disabilities Services Employment Policy 317:40-7-1
September 10, 2015
The policy states that, “The optimum goal [for employment services] is full-time employment at prevailing wage in business or industry at an occupation of the service recipient's choice with natural supports.…. There may be instances ...
Oklahoma Olmstead Strategic Plan
September 10, 2015
“The Plan includes information about recent developments made by the state of Oklahoma. These developments include legislation to improve certain aspects of service delivery and policies. The developments demonstrate progress in establishing the ...
Oklahoma Community Integrated Employment (CIE)
September 10, 2015
“Community Integrated Employment (CIE) is a service program that provides placement, job training and short-term or long-term supports to assist service recipients in achieving and maintaining employment within the community. Services are ...
Tennessee Employment First
September 10, 2015
~~“Employment First, means that employment in the general workforce should be the first and preferred option for individuals with disabilities receiving assistance from publicly funded systems. Simply put, Employment First means real jobs, real ...
Expect Employment: TN Employment First Taskforce Report 2014
September 10, 2015
“The Employment First Task Force concluded its first year on August 1, 2014, with the following recommendations:1. Develop a Memorandum of Understanding among state agencies to facilitate coordination among programs and produce successful outcomes for ...
Tennessee Employment Consortium
September 10, 2015
“The Tennessee Employment Consortium (TEC) is a statewide organization focused on increasing the number of Tennesseans in integrated employment. The consortium comprises volunteers from the state's Division of Mental Retardation Services (DMRS) and ...
Tennessee Inclusive Higher Education Alliance
September 10, 2015
~~“The Tennessee Inclusive Higher Education Alliance was formed in May 2007 to increase awareness about the need for postsecondary opportunities in Tennessee, to gather information about postsecondary programs in other states, and to develop a pilot ...
The ARC Tennessee
September 10, 2015
~~“ The Arc Tennessee is a grassroots, non-profit, statewide advocacy organization for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. Founded in 1952, The Arc Tennessee is affiliated with The Arc United States and works ...
Tennessee Works
September 10, 2015
“We’re transforming the employment landscape for young people with intellectual and developmental disabilities across the state. Meaningful work. Real pay. Opportunities for every Tennessean with a disability.” “Our partnership is focused on helping: ...
AIDD Partnerships in Employment
September 10, 2015
TennesseeWorks Partnership: Changing the Employment Landscape“The Vanderbilt Kennedy University Center for Excellence in DevelopmentalDisabilities and 28 agencies and organizations will develop a vibrant collaborativeacross the state to increase the ...
AK DHHS Tools for Transitioning to Employment - Powerpoint
July 30, 2015
This tool details information on helping youth transition from school settings into community employment. It also has detailed information about Employment First, including basic Employment First concepts, the benefits of Employment First, and how to ...
Texas Department of Aging and Disabilities (DADs) Guide to Employment for People with Disabilities
September 11, 2015
“The purpose of this guide is to provide information on how to support and assist working-age people with disabilities who are receiving DADS services to obtain and maintain competitive, integrated employment. Through this guide, DADS intends to provide ...
Texas Employment First Policy and Texas Employment First Task Force Report - Fall 2014
September 11, 2015
“Senate Bill 1226 (S.B. 1226), 83rd Legislature, Regular Session, 2013, promotes employment for individuals with disabilities by establishing an Employment First policy for the state of Texas and also creating an Employment First Task Force (the Task ...
Texas Employment First Task Force Home Page
September 11, 2015
“The Employment First Task Force, authorized by Senate Bill 1226 (83rd Legislature, Regular Session, 2013), was established by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission executive commissioner to promote competitive employment of people with ...
“Texas Transition and Employment Guide”
September 11, 2015
~~“This transition and employment guide is for students in Texas public school, who may have received special education services due to a disability. It also provides helpful information for their parents and has steps that they can take to find the ...
Texas Dept of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services and Dept of Aging and Disability Services MOA
September 11, 2015
Recognizing the need to coordinate the provision of services to individuals receiving services from the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS) who may be eligible for or are receiving Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) or Independent Living (IL) ...
Employment First Task Force Home Page
September 11, 2015
“The Employment First Task Force, authorized by Senate Bill 1226 (83rd Legislature, Regular Session, 2013), was established by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission executive commissioner to promote competitive employment of people with ...
Texas Money Follows The Person
September 11, 2015
~~“Texas was among the first 30 states chosen to participate in the Money Follows the Person Demonstration (MFPD) in 2007. As of June 2016, 43 states participate in this federal demonstration designed to help older adults or persons who have ...
Utah House of Representatives Bill (H.B 240)
September 11, 2015
“This bill: requires the Department of Workforce Services, the Utah State Office of Rehabilitation, and the Division of Services for People with Disabilities to, when providing services to a person with a disability, give priority to providing services ...
Utah Executive Order (Model Employer for People with Disabilities)
September 11, 2015
Governor Jon M. Huntsman Jr., declares that, “Utah state government will strive to become the model employer of qualified people with disabilities…”“Some programmatic components [of the executive order] include, a promotional outreach ...
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Utah 2011 Supported Work Independence (HB 45)
September 11, 2015
“This bill makes the pilot program for provision of supported employment services, contained in the Services to People With Disabilities Chapter of the Utah Human Services Code, into an ongoing program. The program is designed to assist individuals with ...
Utah “Employment First Strategic Plan”
September 11, 2015
“Our Mission: to ensure services offered by DSPD emphasize, promote, and support competitive, integrated and community-based employment for people with disabilities.” The “Strategic Issues” include, stakeholder education, financing and ...
Utah Division of Services for People with Disabilities Annual Report (2015)
September 11, 2015
“Supported Employment helps adults with disabilities obtain, maintain, and advance in competitive employment in integrated work settings paying minimum wage or more. These services are provided individually or in groups, with a job coach or co-worker ...
MA DDS Employment First Initiative - Progress Report
September 11, 2015
“For the operation of a pilot program to support individuals with disabilities transitioning from employment services offered at sheltered workshops to community-based employment or day support program services as part of the commonwealth's ...
MA DDS Employment First Policy
September 11, 2015
“This policy, known as the ‘Employment First’ policy, establishes that for working age adults served by the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, integrated, individual employment is the preferred service option and optimal ...
Utah Employment First Partnership
September 11, 2015
The Utah Employment First Partnership is a commitment among the Utah Department of Work Force Services (DWS), the Division of Services for People with Disabilities (DSPD), and the Utah State Office of Rehabilitation (USOR) to improve state government services ...
MO Division of Developmental Disabilities - Employment First
September 11, 2015
~~“The Missouri Division of Developmental Disabilities along with our partners, including the individuals we support, community provider agencies, other state and local funding agencies are committed to enhancing community employmentoptions for persons ...
MA Blueprint for Success: Partnerships
September 11, 2015
"In July 2013, the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) Commissioner Elin Howe appointed a group of disability providers, advocates and DDS leaders to examine day and employment support programs for adults with intellectual disabilities (ID). The ...
MO HealthNet Eligibility
September 11, 2015
“In response to concerns raised by Pilot Communities, the Division of DD and the Family Support Division within Social Services developed a new protocol allowing the Medicaid application to be submitted up to 90 days prior to a student’s ...
Show Me Careers: Missouri's Transition-to-Employment Collaborative
September 11, 2015
“The Show-Me-Careers project targets youth ages 16-30 with I/DD who are transitioning from secondary or post-secondary educational settings to community employment. Show-Me-Careers is funded by the Administration on Intellectual and Developmental ...
Arizona Developmental Disabilities Planning Council (ADDPC)
July 30, 2015
~~“A staff of six assists the all-volunteer Arizona Developmental Disabilities Planning Council, which is made up of individuals with disabilities, family members, professional stakeholders and state agency representatives appointed by the Governor of ...
Utah Division of Services for People with Disabilities Customized Employment Initiative
September 11, 2015
“The Utah Division of Services for People with Disabilities & Griffin-Hammis Associates is sponsoring a six-session year-long training series resulting in an optional National Certification in Community Employment Services through the Association of ...
The Lanterman Developmental Disabilities Services Act (AB 1041)
July 31, 2015
“The Lanterman Developmental Disabilities Services Act authorizes the State Department of Developmental Services to contract with regional centers to provide support and services to individuals with developmental disabilities.” “This ...
MO Ticket to Work
September 11, 2015
The Ticket to Work and Work Incentive Act of 1999 established an employment program for people who want to go to work that receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. The program was designed ...
MO Partnerships in Employment - "Show Me Careers"
September 11, 2015
Show Me Careers: This project will address the needs of youth and young adults ages 16 to 30 with developmental and intellectual disabilities (DD/ID) who are in the process of transitioning from secondary or post-secondary education settings to community ...
Vermont State System of Care Plan for Developmental Disabilities Services, FY 2018-2020
September 11, 2015
“The Plan is intended to help people with developmental disabilities, their families, advocates, service providers and policy makers understand how resources for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families are managed. It lays out ...
Maryland Executive Order 01.01.2007.13
September 11, 2015
"It is the policy of the State of Maryland to ensure a smooth and effective transition for all students with disabilities from secondary education to adult services such as postsecondary education and employment; and to provide transition planning for ...
NE Project SEARCH
September 11, 2015
“Project SEARCH helps students with disabilities learn vocational and competitive skills to help them enter the workplace and to become more independent in the work environment. Nebraska VR will expand Project SEARCH and its services for students ...
WA County Services for Working Age Adults Policy 4.11
September 11, 2015
“This policy establishes employment supports as the first use of employment and day program funds for working age adults and ensures that after nine months of employment services the person may choose Community Access. The policy establishes guidelines ...
Blueprint for Reform for Individuals with Disabilities
July 31, 2015
“The California Department of Rehabilitation (DOR), California Department of Education (CDE), and California Department of Developmental Services (DDS) have entered into a new agreement consistent with the State's ‘Employment First’ ...
WA State Governor’s Executive Order 13-02 - Employment of people with disabilities
September 11, 2015
Executive Order 13-02 includes several directives including a Disability Employment Challenge that establishes a goal of five percent of Washington state government’s workforce being comprised of persons living with a disability. A Disability Employment ...
WA Department of Human Resources Supported Employment Program
September 11, 2015
“The Supported Employment in State Government (SESG) Program, RCW 41.04 was adopted by the Legislature in 1999 and provides paid competitive employment opportunities for individuals with developmental and other significant disabilities in integrated ...
WA Jobs by 21 Partnership Project
September 11, 2015
“In 2007 the Washington state legislature developed the Jobs by 21 Partnership Project to identify and demonstrate best practices in sustainable partnerships among Washington’s school and adult service systems in increasing employment of young ...
WA Jobs by 21 Partnership Project
September 11, 2015
“In 2007 the Washington state legislature developed the Jobs by 21 Partnership Project to identify and demonstrate best practices in sustainable partnerships among Washington’s school and adult service systems in increasing employment of ...
MD Department of Disabilities Employment First
September 12, 2015
In November of 2014, MDOD was designated the Lead State Agency for a technical assistance opportunity through the US Department of Labor Office on Disability Employment Policy (ODEP). The Employment First Core State Leadership Mentoring Program will provide ...
MD Developmental Disabilities Administration Position Statement on Employment Services
September 12, 2015
"In 2008, the Developmental Disabilities Administration’s (DDA) engaged stakeholders in an intensive strategic planning process, including planning to improve employment outcomes for people with developmental disabilities in Maryland. The following ...
Employment First in Maryland
September 12, 2015
In 2008/2009, the Developmental Disabilities Administration’s (DDA) engaged stakeholders in an intensive strategic planning process, including planning to improve employment outcomes for people with developmental disabilities in Maryland. The ...
MD Governor’s Interagency Transition Council (IATC)
September 12, 2015
~~The Interagency Transition Council for Youth with Disabilities (IATC) is a partnership of State and local government agencies, educators, family members and advocates. The IATC's purpose is to help improve the policies and practices that affect Maryland ...
Maryland Governor’s Transitioning Youth Initiative (GTYI)
September 12, 2015
~~“Transitioning Youth comprise a special category of eligibility and priority for services. Through the Governor's Transitioning Youth Initiative the DDA, in collaboration with the Division of Rehabilitative Services (DORS), has been able to fund ...
California Limited Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP)
July 31, 2015
~“The Limited Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP) is designed to help persons with disabilities get jobs in the California state civil service. LEAP is an alternative to the traditional testing process, allowing applicants to demonstrate ...
Maryland Center for Developmental Disabilities
September 12, 2015
~~“The Maryland Center for Developmental Disabilities is one of a national network of University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities funded by the Administration on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.Our mission is to provide ...
Annual Maryland Transition Conference
September 12, 2015
Sponsored by the Governor's Interagency Transition Council, for Youth with Disabilities. Topics Include:EmploymentPostsecondary EducationAdult Service LinkagesAccommodations & SupportsYouth Development & LeadershipHousing
Maryland Disability WorkFORCE Information Exchange
September 12, 2015
A statewide resource center providing • Best Practices for Employment and Individuals with Disabilities • Classroom Training • Informational Website • Follow-up Support • ...
United States vs. Baltimore County, MD
September 12, 2015
The decree requires the County to adopt new policies and procedures regarding the administration of medical examinations and inquiries and provide training on the ADA to all current supervisory employees and all employees who participate in making ...
DEI Grantee Abstracts (CA Round 2)
July 31, 2015
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) is a three-year federal grant-funded program that improves education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for people who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving Social Security ...
CA Employment First Memorandum of Understanding
July 31, 2015
This project will use a multi-faceted approach to apply key elements from high performing states in integrated competitive employment and principles of Collaborative Leadership. A unified value, vision, and expectation for competitive integrated employment ...
WV Developmental Disabilities Council: 2014 Legislative Statements
September 12, 2015
EMPLOYMENT FIRST INITIATIVE:“The Council will support legislation that promotes valued, integrated employment with competitive wages as the first and preferred outcome for people with developmental disabilities. The Council asserts that employment ...
West Virginia Developmental Disabilities Council Five Year State Plan FFY 2017-2021
September 12, 2015
“The West Virginia Council coordinated activities during the Fall of 2015 and Spring of 2016 that encouraged people to provide their views on a wide range of issues affecting people with developmental disabilities and their families. Nearly six hundred ...
California Employment Consortium for Youth
July 31, 2015
“California Employment Consortium for Youth: California was awarded a federal 5-year employment systems change grant by The Administration on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities to increase the number of youth and young adults with intellectual ...
WV Student Transition to Employment Project
September 12, 2015
“The Student Transition to Employment (STEP) Project is designed to train special education teachers and aides to become vendors with the WV Division of Rehabilitation Services (WVDRS). Working in close partnership with the WVDRS School Counselor, ...
WV Customized Employment Grant
September 12, 2015
“This funding announcement is intended to provide support to agencies that can work with employers in meeting their needs by finding, maintaining and improving the employment status of individuals with disabilities in competitive employment in ...
Mississippi Executive Order 1335
September 13, 2015
“Whereas, my administration is committed to supporting policies under which agencies that provide services to persons with disabilities and/or provide employment, economic development, or other related services explore employment in an integrated ...
Mississippi Concurrent Resolution No. 563
September 13, 2015
“State agencies that provide services and support to persons with disabilities shall coordinate efforts and collaborate within and among such agencies to ensure that state programs, policies, procedures and funding support competitive employment in ...
Mississippi Council on Developmental Disabilities
September 13, 2015
Employment Objectives:• “Identify and promote at least one Best Practice Model for increasing community employment options for individuals with Developmental Disabilities.”• “Identify at least one barrier to increasing community ...
MS Partnerships in Employment
September 13, 2015
“Mississippi Partnerships in Employment (MSPE) will build capacity across existing state systems for sustainable systems change to improve outcomes for youth and young adults with DD/ID seeking competitive employment in integrated settings. The ...
Minnesota Employment First Policy
September 13, 2015
The Employment First Policy envisions a future where all people with disabilities can achieve competitive, integrated employment. Competitive employment means:· Full-time, part-time, or ...
Minnesota’s Olmstead Plan
September 13, 2015
“In January 2013, Governor Mark Dayton issued an Executive Order establishing a Sub-Cabinet to develop and implement a comprehensive plan supporting freedom of choice and opportunity for people with disabilities…The Sub-Cabinet evaluates ...
Minnesota DEI Grant Abstract (Round 5)
September 14, 2015
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) is a three-year federal grant-funded program that improves education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for people with disabilities who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving ...
Oregon Senate Bill 22 - Employment First
September 14, 2015
The bill details the rights of persons with developmental disabilities who are receiving developmental disability services. It proclaims that “individuals with intellectual and other developmental disabilities and society as a whole benefit when ...
Oregon Executive Order 15-01 - Providing employment services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
September 14, 2015
Supersedes Executive Order 13-04 “This Executive Order revises and supersedes Executive Order 13-04 in order to provide further policy guidance intended to continue the state’s progress in these areas [providing supported employment services ...
Oregon Integrated Employment Services to Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
September 14, 2015
“Executive Order 15-01 which supersedes Executive Order 13-04 and outlines detailed strategies and requires the Oregon Department of Human Services (Department) to work with the Oregon Department of Education (ODE) to further improve Oregon’s ...
Oregon Employment First Policy of 2008 – Office of Developmental Disabilities Services Working Age Adult Policy
September 14, 2015
“In order to achieve the intent outlined in the framework of this policy, employment opportunities in fully integrated work settings shall be the first and priority option explored in the service planning for working age adults with developmental ...
Oregon Employment First – Comprehensive Services Developmental Disabilities Program
September 14, 2015
“Oregon has been successful in developing community-based care and discouraging institutionalization of seniors and the disabled because of their exceptional case management system. Through the case management program, consumers get information and ...
Oregon ReBAR Employment Rate Model, Day Support Activities Agency Rate Matrix, Interim Tier Assignments and Reviews
September 14, 2015
"This transmittal is to communicate that effective September 1, 2014, the department will implement a new employment rate model. The ReBAR Employment Rate Model applies to all agency providers who provide employment services under the Office of ...
Oregon Department of Human Services Integrated Employment Plan Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (revised 1/31/15)
September 14, 2015
"This Order recognizes the strategic importance of improving the work and economic opportunities of all Oregonians including those with Intellectual and other Developmental Disabilities (I/DD). More specifically, the Order sets forth strategies to be ...
Oregon Memorandum of Understanding on Transition of Students with Disabilities to the Workforce
September 14, 2015
“Together with Executive Order No.15-01, this Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) recognizes that, while the State cannot guarantee jobs, Oregon starts with the presumption that everyone can be employed in an integrated setting in a community-based ...
Ticket to Work Medicaid Infrastructure Grant - Integrated Employment Plan (revised 7/2015)
September 14, 2015
“(2010-2011) During this time period VR used resources within its Medicaid Infrastructure Grants (MIG) Competitive Employment Project (CEP) and other available resources to support of a variety of Employment First related activities including:Co-funding ...
Maine DHHS "Employment Policy for Individuals Served"
September 14, 2015
This is a Maine Department of Health and Human Services Employment Policy indicating that all individuals are “presumed able and have the opportunity to work.” The Department “shall support career development and meaningful employment for ...
Maine HCBS Transition Plan
September 14, 2015
This Transition Plan is required by the federal government as part of new Medicaid regulations. It tells the federal government how Maine will meet the new Medicaid rules. All states must follow the federal rules for the Medicaid program.Medicaid is a joint ...
Vermont Assistive Technology Program
September 14, 2015
“The Mission of the Vermont Assistive Technology Program is to increase awareness and knowledge, and to change policies and practices to ensure assistive technology is available through all services to Vermonters with disabilities.""Our Vision ...
Vermont Supported Employment
September 14, 2015
o “The Vermont Supported Employment Program provides a full range of services which enable people with disabilities to access and succeed in competitive employment. The program goal is to provide full access to employment through the provision of ...
Vermont Assistive Technology Program
September 14, 2015
~~“The Vermont Assistive Technology Program (VATP) is Vermont’s federal AT Act Program. The AT Act programs operate under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services: Administration for Community Living.The AT Act Programs help individuals of ...
The Virginians with Disabilities Act ( 51.5-1) of 1989
September 14, 2015
“ It is the policy of the Commonwealth to encourage and enable persons with disabilities to participate fully and equally in the social and economic life of the Commonwealth and to engage in remunerative employment. To these ends, the General Assembly ...
Virginia 2012 House Joint Resolution No. 23
September 14, 2015
“WHEREAS, implementation of an Employment First initiative in Virginia will lead to increased employment opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, resulting in benefits for individuals, families, employers, and ...
Virginia - A Plan for Advancing Community Focused Services in Virginia.
September 14, 2015
An overall strategic plan with 12 foci that includes an outline that addresses the need for, objectives in, and priorities for creating employment opportunities for individuals with mental health or substance use disorders and those with developmental ...
Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services Employment First Strategic Plan
September 14, 2015
“This document outlines the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services’ (DBHDS or ‘the department’) Strategic Plan for Employment First. The strategic plan was formulated in response to efforts in recent years to build ...
Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services State Board Policy 1036
September 14, 2015
“It is the policy of the Board that in the development and implementation of policies and procedures and the delivery of services, the Department and CSBs shall ensure that community-based individual supported employment in integrated work settings is ...
Virginia Dept of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services Employment First Policy Statement
September 14, 2015
“It is the policy of the Board that in the development and implementation of policies and procedures and the delivery of services, the Department and CSB shall ensure that community-based individual supported employment in integrated work settings is ...
Virginia DBHDS: Strategic Plan for Employment First
September 14, 2015
To facilitate interagency collaboration the Strategic Plan for Employment First establishes an Employment First Summit Meeting, which will gather leadership from various department committed to upholding Employment First principles, and orders for the ...
Training Guidelines for Direct Service Providers: Comprehensive and Support services
August 05, 2015
“A small work group consisting of DDS staff and representative(s) from the Colorado Association of Community Centered Boards (CACCB), Community Centered Boards (CCBs), program approved service agencies (PASA) and advocacy was formed to review current ...
Pennsylvania Senate Bill 271
September 14, 2015
“An Act relating to the delivery of services and programs to persons with disabilities; conferring powers and duties on the Office of the Governor; establishing the Office for People with Disabilities and Advisory Committee for People with Disabilities; ...
Governor Announces: Pennsylvania Accepted as an Employment First State
September 14, 2015
“The Corbett administration announced that Pennsylvania has been selected to participate in the U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Disability Employment Policy's Employment First State Leadership Mentoring Program. Employment First is a ...
Pennsylvania OMR Policy on Employment (2005)
September 14, 2015
“Statement of Policy as per 55 Pa Code §6000.171 states that persons with [Mental Retardation] MR who are of legal working age should have access to employment and the training necessary to sustain employment.Access to employment applies regardless ...
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Mission
September 14, 2015
“The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services’s seven program offices administer services that provide care and support to Pennsylvania's most vulnerable citizens. The department's Office of Developmental Programs works with ...
Temple University Institute on Disabilities (College of Education)
September 14, 2015
“The Institute on Disabilities at Temple University is one of the sixty-seven University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities Education, Research and Service funded by the Administration on Developmental Disabilities, U.S. Department of ...
Pennsylvania AHEDD
September 14, 2015
“At AHEDD, we frequently collaborate with various organizations to carry out our mission. Our partners consist of organizations and individuals that can help with: agency funding; referrals of program participants; training for our staff; guidance for ...
Virginia Consent Decree allowing for more waivers and less training Centers
September 14, 2015
“Under the proposed settlement, Virginia has agreed to provide 4170 additional waiver slots, divided among current Training Center residents, disabled people in various segregated facilities other than the Training Centers, and people on the waiting ...
Employment First Maine Coalition
September 14, 2015
Employment First Maine (EFM) is a broad based coalition of individuals with disabilities, families, advocates, providers and state agency representatives committed to improving and enhancing employment outcomes for Maine citizens with disabilities, including ...
Maine’s Ticket To Work program
September 14, 2015
“Since 2003, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has mailed Tickets in Maine to eligible beneficiaries. SSA disability beneficiaries who receive a Ticket may use it to obtain the services they need from an Employment Network (EN) of their ...
Maine Developmental Disabilities Council
September 14, 2015
“The Maine Developmental Disabilities Council (MDDC) is a partnership of people with disabilities, their families, and agencies which identifies barriers to community inclusion, self determination, and independence. The Council acts to effect positive ...
Maine Promoting the Readiness of Minors in Supplemental Security Income (PROMISE) Program
September 14, 2015
“PROMISE is a joint initiative of the US Department of Education, Social Security Administration, US Department of Health and Human Services and US Department of Labor. Under PROMISE, states will be funded to develop and implement model demonstration ...
Maine Disability Employment Initiative (DEI)
September 14, 2015
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) is a three-year federal grant program that improves education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for youth and adults with disabilities who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving ...
Access Maine Transition Planning Tool-kit
September 14, 2015
“This guide will serve as an introduction to the world of “Adult Services” and will hopefully answer these questions and more. Our goal is to provide you with information that will address some of your concerns about what it will be like for ...
Wisconsin Employment First Initiative
September 14, 2015
Employment First is, “a national movement that is helping states improve their economies by supporting businesses to find talent and meet their needs by hiring people with disabilities. The intentional creation of policies and practices that result in a ...
Maine Department of Health and Human Services' Staff Education and Training Unit
September 14, 2015
The Maine Department of Health and Human Services’ Staff Education and Training Unit offers a variety of in-person and online trainings for staff working with persons with disabilities.
Maine College of Direct Support - Work Supports Certificate
September 14, 2015
“Completion of the Maine College of Direct Support (ME CDS) is required for Direct Support Professionals supporting Maine citizens with intellectual disabilities and replaces the Direct Support Professional (DSP) Curriculum as meeting the training ...
Maine CareerCenter Staff Guide to Disability Work Incentives
September 14, 2015
“This resource guide is for CareerCenter staff and individuals who request information on Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Work Incentives Planning and Assistance in order to prepare job seekers for ...
Wyoming Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities
September 14, 2015
Wyoming Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities Our purpose is to assure that individuals with developmental disabilities and their families participate in the design of and have access to needed community services, individualized supports ...
Michigan Mental Health and Wellness Commission 2013 Report
September 15, 2015
The report includes findings and recommendations targeted at improving both the lives of and the outcomes for individuals and families living with mental illnesses, developmental disabilities, and substance use disorders in Michigan. Recommendations ...
Connecticut Youth Leadership Project, Inc.
August 10, 2015
“The Connecticut Youth Leadership Program (CTYLP) provides youth and young adults with disabilities with opportunities for self-discovery, the development of self-advocacy, decision making, and problem-solving skills to maximize their leadership ...
Michigan Department of Community Health 2015 Strategic Priorities
September 15, 2015
“The Michigan Department of Community Health will protect, preserve, and promote the health and safety of the people of Michigan with particular attention to providing for the needs of vulnerable and under-served populations.”
Michigan Employment First - Mission & Principles
September 15, 2015
On August 13, 2013, the Michigan Developmental Disabilities Council adopted a set of principles and a mission statement for the Employment First policy in Michigan. “Employment First in Michigan is a declaration of both philosophy and policy ...
Michigan Developmental Disabilities Council – 5 year state plan 2012-2016
September 15, 2015
SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT“With the help of a job coach, who guides and prompts the worker as needed, the worker develops the skills needed for more independent work. Supported employment services may include outreach, case management, assessment, job ...
Michigan "Better Off Working" - Disability Reform Work Group Strategic Plan
September 15, 2015
This report, developed by the Michigan Department of Human Services, Michigan Rehabilitation Services, Disability Determination Service, the Disability Network, and Michigan Employers, details goals to further the inclusive employment of individuals with ...
Michigan Developmental Disabilities Council Five Year State Plan 2012-2016
September 15, 2015
Interagency Efforts around Supportive EmploymentPeer Mentor Pilot- “This pilot has involved the training of 22 individuals with DD to help others with DD to reach their life goals and increase their community involvement and self advocacy. The pilot has ...
Cal. Welfare and Institutions Code §§4868 et seq.
September 16, 2015
Establishes an Employment First Committee under the authority of the State Council on Developmental Disabilities. It pledges to “make services and supports available to enable persons with developmental disabilities to approximate the pattern of ...
Connecticut Connect-Ability
August 10, 2015
“Connect-Ability began in late 2005 with a federal grant to the State of Connecticut to identify and remove barriers to employment faced by people with disabilities. This five-year, multimillion dollar 'systems change grant' involved a detailed look at the ...
5123.022 OH State Policy Regarding Community Employment for Disabled
September 17, 2015
“It is hereby declared to be the policy of this state that employment services for individuals with developmental disabilities be directed at community employment. Every individual with a developmental disability is presumed capable of community ...
Connecticut Ticket to Work Program
August 10, 2015
~~“Ticket to Work is a Social Security Administration incentive program (https://www.ssa.gov/work/) to help people with disabilities find jobs if they want to go to work.WHAT IS THE TICKET TO WORK PROGRAM?Most Social Security and Supplemental Security ...
Virginia Governor’s Executive Order (Executive Order #55 (2012)) - 11/16/2012
February 17, 2016
“The last United States Census concluded that out of 3.6 million Virginia residents who were employed, 154,985 Virginians with disabilities were included in that total. These numbers indicate an under representation of people with disabilities among the ...
Arkansas Employment First Task Force Final Report
April 07, 2016
Recommendations for FY2012 from the Task Force:Develop online training modules on disability employment, to efficiently train large numbers of State and provider agency staff who work with individuals with disabilities. To be developed in-house by the ...
Executive Order 2014-16: Establishing the Governor’s Taskforce on Integrated Employment
April 08, 2016
"…By the authority vested in me as Governor by the Constitution and laws of the State of Nevada, I hereby direct and order:1. The Governor’s Taskforce on Integrated Employment (“Taskforce”) is ...
Integrated Employment Research Report
April 08, 2016
The Governor’s Taskforce on Integrated Employment is responsible for examining and evaluating current employment programs, resources, funding, available training, and employment opportunities for people with intellectual/developmental disabilities ...
"Customized Employment Project offers community members with disabilities hope"
April 08, 2016
The Customized Employment Project, a partnership between the Nevada Rehabilitation Division at the Department of Employment, Training, and Rehabilitation (DETR), Sierra Regional Center at Developmental Services, and the Nevada Center for ...
Emerging Practices from Vocational Rehabilitation
April 08, 2016
This summary document describes different initiatives and emerging practices in the state of Nevada that aim at improving employment outcomes for people with disabilities. The projects include CRAVE, Customized Employment, Voice, Career Development Academy, ...
Minnesota Employment First Policy
April 10, 2016
The State of Minnesota is committed that all Minnesotans including those with disabilities have a wide range of employment opportunities within the general workforce. The Minnesota Employment First Policy guides state agencies in their planning, decision ...
Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota - Work Incentives Connection
April 10, 2016
~~“Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota Work Incentives Connection provides specialized answers about the impact of work on government benefits. Armed with clear, accurate information about their options, people with disabilities can make informed and ...
Minnesota State Council on Disability
April 10, 2016
Established in 1973 by the state legislature, the Minnesota State Council on Disability (MSCOD) was created to advise the governor, state agencies, state legislature, and the public on disability issues. Our mission is to advocate for policies and programs in ...
AK Governor’s Council on Disabilities and Special Education
April 11, 2016
Alaska' unique geographical area with a relatively small population requires a management system tailored to meet the needs of Alaskans. The Governor's Council on Disabilities & Special Education was created to meet Alaska's diverse needs. The ...
Alaska Integrated Employment Initiative (AIDD PIE)
April 11, 2016
A consortium of partners consisting of the Governor’s Council on Disabilities and Special Education (lead entity), the Division of Senior and Disabilities Services (State I/DD agency), the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, the Department of ...
Alabama Project GATE
April 11, 2016
Alabama has piloted the Gaining Access To Employment project, a collaborative effort between the state’s Department of Mental Health/Developmental Disabilities (MH/DD) and its Department of Vocational Rehabilitation (VR). Through this project, known as ...
Alabama HCBS Transition Plan
April 11, 2016
Describes Alabama’s process for ensuring compliance with home and community-based setting requirements.
Tennessee HB 896/SB 429 (ABLE)
April 12, 2016
The purpose of this bill is to encourage and assist individuals and families in saving private funds for the purpose of supporting individuals with disabilities to maintain health, independence, and quality of life; and (2) To provide secure funding for ...
Tennessee Title Code 67
April 12, 2016
A job tax credit of five thousand dollars ($5,000) for each net new full-time employee job, and two thousand dollars ($2,000) for each net new part-time employee job, for a person with disabilities who is receiving state services directly related to such ...
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Combined State Plan (July 1, 2016 – June 30, 2020)
April 12, 2016
The State of Tennessee is submitting a Combined State Plan (CSP) in which the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development (TDLWD) is the authorized and signatory entity designated to receive funds under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act ...
Tennessee DIDD “Way2Work”
April 12, 2016
The state also solidified an agreement that addresses some components of WIOA, created more employment vignettes, and named the series of videos: Way2Work
Tennessee Selected to Participate in 2015 as Core State for Employment First State Leadership Mentoring Program (EFSLMP)
April 12, 2016
This [Tennessee’s selection as a Core State] clearly demonstrates the significant strides that Tennessee has made relative to the EFSLMP initiative and ODEP’s support for our State as we continue moving forward… EFSLMP works to advance ...
State Plan for the State Vocational Rehabilitation Services Program and State Plan Supplement for the State Supported Employment Services
April 12, 2016
This state plan for FY 2014 mentions interagency arrangements to provide supported employment and customized employment services for people with disabilities, addresses the need for official policy regarding transition aged youth, establishes come goals for ...
Department on Disability Services Employment First Policy
August 11, 2015
"The purpose of this policy is to establish Employment First as a priority and guiding philosophy for people with disabilities who receive services from the Department on Disability Services (‘DDS’ or ‘Agency’), consistent with ...
Tennessee Memorandum of Understanding between DIDD and VR
April 12, 2016
On December 14, a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Division of Rehabilitation Services, Vocational Rehabilitation Program and DIDD was finalized. In 2014, both agencies started discussing the option of creating an MOU through a Vision Quest ...
Memorandum of Understanding for School-to-Work Transition
April 12, 2016
Five state agencies have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to improve services and better prepare youth with disabilities to transition from school into integrated employment in the community. The MOU focuses on students age 14 years and over ...
Employment First Trainings
April 12, 2016
MG&A articles & presentations on Customized Employment and Discovery from the TDI&DD website.
“Section 511 Questions and Answers” South Dakota Department of Human Services (Subminimum wage)
April 12, 2016
Section 511 of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) added new requirements for employers who hold special wage certificates, commonly known as 14(c) certificates, under the FLSA (29 U.S.C. 214(c)). These new requirements must be satisfied ...
State Employment Work Plan
April 12, 2016
“South Dakota Employment First Alliance Vision: That all people with intellectual and developmental disabilities have the opportunity to explore individual, integrated employment options that suit them best. This includes education, experience, and ...
DC Department on Disability Services Employment First Implementation
August 11, 2015
“INITIATIVE 2.3: Complete and implement the DC DDA State Employment Leadership Network (SELN) strategic plan (JOB CREATION)DDA is committed to continuing to promote an ‘Employment First’ policy that all working age adults, regardless of ...
Person Centered Employment Planning Guide
April 12, 2016
The purpose of the Person Centered Employment Guide is to assist Case Managers, job development staff and others to prepare for discussions with individuals, families, and support teams to choose and implement supports that will lead to a Path to Employment.
Missouri Ticket to Work Health Assurance Program
April 12, 2016
Section 201 of the federal Ticket to Work and Work Incentives Improvement Act of 1999, Public Law 106-170 created a program for employed persons with disabilities. Based upon this federal law, the Health Improvement Act of 2007 (Senate Bill 577) established ...
Missouri Division of Developmental Disabilities Individual Support Plan Guide
April 12, 2016
The Division of Developmental Disabilities requires that each individual eligible for Division Supports have an Individual Support Plan. Individuals, their families, providers and facilitators who write plans in cooperation with all individuals receiving ...
MO Planning Council for Developmental Disabilities - Career Guide
April 12, 2016
“This guide will take the job seeker and his or her support team through the career planning process by providing information he or she can use during the career planning sessions. It should be noted that since everyone is unique, the individual ...
The Texas Customized Self-Employment Project
April 13, 2016
This presentation presents Self-Employment as a viable employment option for people with disabilities.
The Texas Customized Self-Employment Project: The Customized Employment Plan Design
April 13, 2016
This presentation describes Customized Employment as “a flexible process designed to personalize the employment relationship between a job candidate and an employer in a way that meets the needs of both.” It focuses heavily on the processes ...
DC Transforming State Long Term Services and Supports (LTSS)/No Wrong Door Grant
August 11, 2015
“District of Columbia has recently received a No Wrong Door planning grant. Their state team is working to incorporate the LifeCourse Framework as they re-design the front door to long term services and supports as well as the person-centered planning ...
Balancing Incentives Program
April 13, 2016
~~“Federal law established the Balancing Incentive Program (BIP) which increases the Federal Medical Assistance Percentage to participating states through September 2015 in exchange for states making certain structural reforms to increase access to ...
Texas Money Follows The Person
April 13, 2016
~~“Texas was among the first 30 states chosen to participate in the Money Follows the Person Demonstration (MFPD) in 2007. As of June 2016, 43 states participate in this federal demonstration designed to help older adults or persons who have ...
Louisiana Employment First Initiative Memo
April 13, 2016
“The OCDD official position statement on Employment First: Employment will be the primary outcome for all persons receiving OCDD services who are of working age. Employment is characterized by typical jobs with competitive compensation that are fully ...
DC DDS Customized Employment Efforts
August 11, 2015
“Customized Employment is being promoted by the United States Department of Labor’s Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP) as an effective set of techniques to create a win-win for people with disabilities and ...
Montana ABLE Legislation Senate Bill 399
April 14, 2016
It is the intent of the legislature to give Montana residents access to a program authorized section 529A of the Internal Revenue Code, 26 U.S.C. 529A, to encourage and assist individuals and families in saving private funds for the purpose of supporting ...
MT DPHHS Developmental Services Division
April 14, 2016
In July 2009, the Disability Services Division (DSD) of the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) was restructured under the Medicaid and Health Services Branch of DPHHS. In January 2010, the name was changed to Developmental Services ...
DC DDS Person-Centered Thinking Philosophy and Training
August 11, 2015
“Person-centered thinking is a philosophy behind service provision that supports positive control and self-direction of people’s own lives. Department on Disabilities Services (DDS) is working to implement person-centered thinking through training ...
North Dakota State Council on Developmental Disabilities “Our Five Year Plan ”
April 14, 2016
~~NDCPD will implement four goals focused on the needs of people with developmental disabilities during 2017 - 2022. Click on the corresponding arrow icon in the circle for more information.Goal 1 - Employment: ND citizens with intellectual and ...
Employment First Summit Report
April 14, 2016
Meeting summary of current and proposed practices needed to implement Employment First, including more widespread use of Customized Employment principles and practices.
Partners for Employment
April 14, 2016
Partners for Employment is a collaborative approach to increasing employment outcomes for individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities. Our partners include the University of New Mexico, the Department of Health Developmental Disabilities ...
Maryland Coalition of Families
April 15, 2016
~~" Founded by a coalition of family support organizations, MCF was incorporated in 1999 as a nonprofit organization. MCF changed its name from "Maryland Coalition of Families for Children’s Mental Health" to the "Maryland Coalition ...
Nebraska Client Assistance Program Hotline
April 15, 2016
The Hotline provides information and referral to Nebraskans who have questions or concerns related to a disability. This includes information about rehabilitation services, transportation, special parking permits, legal rights, and any other questions related ...
OPWDD Employment Training and Supports
April 16, 2016
"If you are interested in finding work in your community, OPWDD wants to support you to be successful. OPWDD’s supported employment services include Supported Employment (SEMP) and the Employment Training Program ...
Understanding Person Centered Planning
April 16, 2016
“Person centered planning is the first step towards ensuring the delivery of person centered supports. Person centered planning promotes the belief that people with intellectual and developmental disabilities are people first. They have valuable gifts ...
Person Centered Planning
April 16, 2016
"Person-Centered Planning (PCP) is a process designed to ensure that everyone receiving services provided or authorized by OPWDD benefits from the most individualized supports and services possible. The Person-Centered Planning process should ...
New York City Approved Employment Plan
April 16, 2016
The Plan outlines the administration of employment services for Temporary Assistance (TA) and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Progran1 (SNAP) applicants and recipients for the period January 1, 2018 through December 31, 2019.
NYS PROMISE
April 16, 2016
New York State PROMISE is one of six PROMISE awards granted nationwide by the US. Department of Education in October 2013. The PROMISE intervention model was jointly developed by the US Department of Education (USDOE), the Social Security Administration ...
Person Centered Planning
April 16, 2016
"Person-Centered Planning (PCP) is a process designed to ensure that everyone receiving services provided or authorized by OPWDD benefits from the most individualized supports and services possible. The Person-Centered Planning process should ...
DC HCBS Waiver Program
August 11, 2015
"Home and Community Based (HCBS) Services waiver program is jointly funded with federal and local dollars. The federal government reimburses the District of Columbia 70 cents for every one dollar spent for qualifying services and supports for people ...
Employment First Project Update (February 2016)
April 18, 2016
“As part of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Transition plan, services and rates are being updated for Adult Day waiver services. Input was gathered from community forums and stakeholder workgroups throughout 2014 and 2015. These new ...
OH Vocational Rehabilitation Comprehensive Statewide Needs Assessment
April 18, 2016
“Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD), Division of Performance and Innovation (DPI), produced this 2015 Comprehensive Statewide Needs Assessment (CSNA) building upon the framework methodology developed from the 2012 CSNA, which was designed ...
Funding System Re-Design for Ohio’s Employment First Initiative: Review of Promising Models from Other States
April 18, 2016
This report aims to provide DODD with a comparison of funding structures from multiple states with high rates of integrated employment, including at least one state with a local tax base funding structure. The first 3 Key Principles for establishing a funding ...
Customized Employment: Best Practice of Today
April 18, 2016
This presentation intertwines Customized Employment into Employment First as a key component to the state’s efforts in promoting community-based, integrated employment for people with disabilities.
Maine State Agency and Departments Protection and Advocacy of People with Disabilities (Title 5 c.11)
April 18, 2016
The agency has the following powers and duties: Information and referral. The agency may provide information on and referral to programs and services addressing the needs of persons with disabilities. Advice. The agency may advise and ...
Maine mPower Loan Program
April 18, 2016
~~“mPower provides flexible term loans to individuals with disabilities in Maine. mPower funds can be used to purchase adaptive equipment, Assistive Technology, or to make home modifications.mPower also provides loans to Maine business owners for the ...
DE Employment First Act (HB 319) amended by House Amendment Number 1
August 12, 2015
“House Bill 319 would require state agencies that provide services to persons with disabilities consider, as their first option, employment in an integrated setting for persons with disabilities. The bill also establishes an Employment First Oversight ...
MA DDS Training - Earnings and Benefits: Using Social Security Work Incentives
April 18, 2016
Many job seekers worry about losing their benefits when going to work. This training will provide an overview of the impact of earnings on Social Security benefits. Topics include the differences between SSI and SSDI, SSA Work Incentives, how to keep medical ...
MA Employment First Technical Assistance
April 18, 2016
~~“On November 1, 2014, the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS), in conjunction with the Association of Developmental Disabilities Providers and The ARC of Massachusetts, released the [Blueprint for Success: Employing Individuals ...
MA Webinar Archives
April 18, 2016
This page contains past webinar presentations sponsored by DDS in partnership with ICI. Webinars contain information on disability employment, partnerships, accommodations, and work place supports.
MA DDS Employment Planning Guide - "School Days to Pay Days"
April 18, 2016
“DDS created this booklet to provide helpful information to families of young adults with intellectual disabilities in their transition from school to work. The mission of the Department is to support individuals with intellectual disabilities to fully ...
Planning My Way to Work: A Transition Guide for Student with Disabilities Leaving High School
April 19, 2016
“This manual is intended to: Help you make your way through the transition process; Understand your rights, services and resources that may help you and your family; Provide information to help you understand complex adult service systems; Highlight ...
Employment First Report
April 19, 2016
“The Governor’s Executive Order recognizes the strategic importance of improving the work and economic opportunities of all Oregonians including those with I/DD. More specifically, the Order sets forth strategies to be followed by the DHS and the ...
Memorandum of Understanding Developmental Disabilities Services Vocational Rehabilitation
April 19, 2016
“,,,IDDS adoption of and VR endorsement of the “Employment First Policy” for working age adults with developmental disabilities” “This memorandum of understanding (MOU) is to impact and be implemented statewide, with a ...
Ticket to Work Medicaid Infrastructure Grant - Integrated Employment Plan (revised 7/2015)
April 19, 2016
“(2010-2011) During this time period VR used resources within its Medicaid Infrastructure Grants (MIG) Competitive Employment Project (CEP) and other available resources to support of a variety of Employment First related activities including:Co-funding ...
DE Division of Developmental Disabilities Services Employment First Statement
August 12, 2015
“The Division of Developmental Disabilities Services affirms that employment and participation in their communities is an important part of the lives of the individuals it serves. Further, the Division believes that employment in the community should be ...
Establishing "Employment First” Policy and Increasing Competitive Integrated Employment for Pennsylvanians with a Disability
April 19, 2016
“….I, Tom Wolf, Governor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and other laws, do hereby order and direct as follows: 1. “Employment ...
Governor’s Cabinet for People with Disabilities (§ 6.301)
April 19, 2016
“The responsibilities of the Cabinet are as follows: (1) Make recommendations to the Governor on policies, procedures, regulations and legislation that aid people with disabilities in this Commonwealth. ...
Department of Human Services Mission
April 19, 2016
“The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services’s seven program offices administer services that provide care and support to Pennsylvania's most vulnerable citizens. The department's Office of Developmental Programs works with individuals ...
Competitive Employment for Individuals with an Intellectual Disability
April 19, 2016
“The Department of Human Services (DHS)’ proposed FY 2015-2016 budget includes $500,000 to provide additional supports to promote competitive employment opportunities for individuals with intellectual disability. This initiative is a collaborative ...
Rhode Island Consolidated Plan 2015-2019 (Revised Final Draft 10/16/15)
April 19, 2016
Recognizing the importance of earned income for the homeless disabled population in permanent supportive housing, BHDDH is creating an Employment First program, which helps permanent supportive housing residents identify supportive companies and provide the ...
Rhode Island Employment First Policy: A Time for Action
April 19, 2016
~~“Changing Lives through Integrated Employment ...Employment First promotes community-based, integrated employment as the first option for employment services for individuals with disabilities. Conversations about Employment First are taking ...
DE Pathways to Employment
August 12, 2015
“Pathways to Employment, a program now under development in Delaware, is designed to support low-income persons with disabilities who wish to work. The program is a result of an initiative launched by Governor Jack Markell while Chairman of the National ...
Arizona Family Support Annual Report
April 19, 2016
The Division continues to hold a leadership role as Chairperson of the broadly-based statewide partnership working on a statewide “Employment First” Strategic Plan to improve integrated and competitive outcomes for all individuals with a ...
Colorado State Employment of Persons with Developmental Disabilities (27-10.5-901)
April 20, 2016
It is the intent of the general assembly to create the state employment program for persons with developmental disabilities to encourage and provide incentives for state agencies to give meaningful employment opportunities to persons with developmental ...
Colorado Employment First Senate Bill SB 16-077
April 20, 2016
The bill requires the heads of the department of health care policy and financing (HCPF), the department of labor and employment (CDLE) the department of education (CDE), and the department of higher education (CDHE), (referred to as agency partners), to ...
Florida Abilities Work Web Portal and Help Desk
April 20, 2016
"The Abilities Work Web Portal and Help Desk are key components of a larger effort, the Employment First Initiative, announced last year. The portal and help desk are designed to help employers recruit and hire more applicants with disabilities who are ...
Florida Employment First Interagency Agreement
April 20, 2016
The general purpose of this interagency cooperative agreement is to provide a framework for a long-term commitment to improving employment outcomes for persons with disabilities in the State of Florida. The agencies and organizations that are parties to ...
Florida Employment First Toolkit and Training (Proposed)
April 20, 2016
This project will ensure that Florida has comprehensive training strategies within a training toolkit that foster quality integrated competitive employment for all individuals with disabilities, including individuals with intellectual and developmental ...
Florida's Agency for Persons with Disabilities - Required Training
April 20, 2016
“Florida's Agency for Persons with Disabilities requires two courses for certification in Supported Employment. The first course is Introduction to Supported Employment. The second is Work Incentives: The Changing Face of ...
FL Center for Inclusive Communities - Collaborative on Discovery & Innovation in Employment (CODIE)
April 20, 2016
This flyer raises awareness of inclusive, community-based employment projects occurring in Florida. It touches base on an interagency collaboration regarding transition (CODIE), access to on-line FCIC Employment Webinar series, Facebook for the Employment ...
FL Center for Inclusive Communities - A Family Guide for Vocational Planning
April 20, 2016
This introductory guide addresses Discovery, Customized Employment, Self-Determination & Person First Language and how it should be used with different age groups of students. It includes a glossary of terms as well as links to Florida & ...
DE Employment First Oversight Commission
August 12, 2015
An Employment First Oversight Commission, under the purview of the State Council for Persons with Disabilities, shall be established and “shall facilitate the full, effective and timely implementation of this Act.” This “Commission shall consist of 11 ...
DE Employment First Oversight Commission Report FY 2013-FY 2014
August 12, 2015
“Delaware’s Employment First Act (H.B. 319) was signed by Governor Markell on July 16, 2012. It promotes the right that all persons with disabilities have the opportunity for competitive employment and establishes the Employment First ...
NC Council on Developmental Disabilities (NCCDD) Five Year State Plan (2011-2016)
April 21, 2016
NCCDD FIVE YEAR STATE PLAN 2011 – 2016 OBJECTIVE 1.4 Council will provide funding/resources to increase access in the community for economic opportunities, inclusive of competitive employment for people with intellectual and other developmental ...
One-Stop Center Staff Training from the “Integrated State Workforce Plan for Title 1 of the Workforce Investment Act and the Wagner-Peyser and Agricultural Plan as Required by the US Department of Labor ”
April 21, 2016
The Vocational Rehabilitation Representative, along with the Disability Specialist for the One‐Stop Center, coordinates yearly disability training for One‐Stop Staff. The type of disability training depends upon staff needs. All One Stops Centers ...
DE CAI and Specialisterne Partnership
August 12, 2015
Computer Aid, Inc. (CAI), a global IT consulting, outsourcing, and systems integration company, announced a National Founding Partnership (facilitated by the state of Delaware) in 2013 with Specialisterne to train and hire people who have autism in technology ...
California WorkFirst Military & Veterans Services
April 21, 2016
~~“WorkFirst is a division of Easterseals Southern California that provides one-on-one, customized employment support services to individuals who are interested in finding and maintaining paid work or starting their own business. WorkFirst ...
DEI Grantee Abstracts (CA Round 5)
April 21, 2016
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) is a three-year federal grant-funded program that improves education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for people who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving Social Security ...
Delaware Medicaid Money Follows the Person
August 12, 2015
“ The Money Follows the Person Demonstration (MFP) "Finding A Way Home" Program, is a special project funded by the Federal Government and the Delaware Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) Division of Medicaid and Medical Assistance ...
Resources for Independence, Central Valley, Self Advocacy for Youth
April 21, 2016
"We provide a foundation of core consumer-controlled, community-based, cross-disability and person-focused services. From work readiness to assistive technology training, and much more--RICV is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for individuals ...
Minnesota Governor’s Executive Order 14-14
April 21, 2016
The Governor’s Executive Order instructs Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) and the State Director for Equal Opportunity to develop a model for recruitment and hiring strategies to increase the employment of people with disabilities. It also requires ...
Minnesota Governor's Executive Order 15-03
April 21, 2016
Supporting Freedom of Choice and Opportunity to Live, Work, and Participate in the Most Inclusive Setting for Individuals with Disabilities through the Implementation of Minnesota's Olmstead Plan; Rescinding Executive Order 13-01 “A ...
Minnesota Governor's Executive Order 13-01
April 21, 2016
A Sub-Cabinet, appointed by the Governor, consisting of the Commissioner, or Commissioner's designees, of the following State agencies, shall develop and implement a comprehensive Minnesota Olmstead Plan: (i) that uses measurable goals to increase the ...
DE Disability Employment Initiative
August 12, 2015
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) was a three-year federal grant-funded program to improve education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for youth who were unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving Social Security ...
D.C One Community for All
April 22, 2016
One Community for All endeavors to meet the needs and preferences of the individual while allowing him or her to choose where s/he wants to live in the community with the appropriate supports and services consistent with the Olmstead decision and the ...
D.C. Department on Disability Services FY 2015 Performance Plan
April 22, 2016
In FY 2015, DDA will continue implementation of this plan to increase the number of people who have opportunities for community integration through day, vocational and employment supports. DDA will also implement new quality improvement initiatives consistent ...
D.C. Developmental Disabilities Council - Final five-year state plan (FY 2012-2016)
April 22, 2016
The Developmental Disabilities Council of the District of Columbia has a goal to see “young adults and job seekers with disabilities [with] meaningful employment opportunities with competitive wages [to] exhibit their abilities and skills in an ...
Department on Disability Services - Policy on Self Employment
April 22, 2016
This policy document defines the procedures and standard for supporting Rehabilitation Services Administration (Vocational Rehabilitation) customers in the achievement of self-employment goals. The policy further defines the approval criteria for a ...
D.C. Department on Disability Services: Initial Individual Support Plan
April 22, 2016
“The purpose of this procedure is to establish steps, instructions and protocols for the development of an initial Individual Support Plan (ISP) for people who are eligible for services with the Department on Disability Services (DDS)/ Developmental ...
D.C Employment Learning Community
April 22, 2016
As part of a competitive application process, the District was selected to receive technical assistance through the Employment Learning Community (ELC). A project of the Institute for Community Inclusion in partnership with The National Association of State ...
Secondary Transition Community of Practice
April 22, 2016
This was launched earlier in 2013 to bring together transition experts from the District’s school system, disability advocacy organizations, direct-service agencies, and transition-aged youth and their parents. These stakeholders in the transition ...
D.C Employment First
April 22, 2016
On October 8, 2012, DC Mayor Vincent Gray issued a proclamation declaring the District of Columbia an Employment First State…Under the Employment First philosophy, competitive, integrated employment is the first and overwhelmingly preferred option for ...
Project SEARCH
April 22, 2016
~~Project SEARCH was originally launched in 1996 at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center. Designed to prepare young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities for competitive employment, this one-year “school- to-work” ...
Customized Employment
April 22, 2016
Customized Employment is being promoted by the United States Department of Labor’s Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP) as an effective set of techniques to create a win-win for people with disabilities and employers. Some of the ways DDS ...
DC Transition Plan for the HCBS Waiver
April 22, 2016
“DDS is engaged in a variety of efforts to build the capacity of its staff and provider agencies to support and facilitate greater individualized community exploration and integration, including competitive, integrated employment,” ...
Employment Position Statement For New Hampshire’s Regional Service System
April 22, 2016
We believe that employment, with its powerful and irreplaceable opportunities for autonomy, earned income, self-esteem development, social contacts, structured activity and life satisfaction, is an import ant ingredient of a fulfilling and valued life ...
FL Abilities Work Web Portal and Help Desk
August 17, 2015
"The Abilities Work Web Portal and Help Desk are key components of a larger effort, the Employment First Initiative, announced last year. The portal and help desk are designed to help employers recruit and hire more applicants with disabilities who are ...
NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities: Service Definitions
April 25, 2016
This document defines all of the services provided by the New Jersey Division of Developmental Disabilities. The services include career planning, community-based supports, assistive technology and community inclusion supports, among many others.
Division of Developmental Disabilities Interim Policy Guide to Support Coordination
April 25, 2016
“The purpose of the New Jersey Division of Developmental Disabilities (Division) Interim Policy Guide to Support Coordination is to provide clarity on practices governing the delivery of Support Coordination services during the transition period to full ...
Medicaid Money Follows the Person
April 25, 2016
Money Follows the Person (MFP) is a federal demonstration project that helps eligible individuals who have been residing in nursing homes and developmental centers for a minimum of 90 consecutive days move into a community-setting. The setting will offer ...
Hawaii Developmental Disabilities Division - Strategic Plan 2015-2017 Progress Report
April 25, 2016
“The Strategic Plan was adopted on December 2014. In the ensuing months Team Leaders have been convening meetings with advocates, providers, partners, and Division staff to plan specific activities for attaining goals and objectives of the Strategic ...
Florida’s Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD) Employment First Policy
August 17, 2015
“Florida’s Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD) launched its five-year Employment Initiative on July 1, 2004. The primary goal of the initiative is to have 50% of adults with developmental disabilities (ages 18-55) who are receiving ...
Hawaii DEI - Round 6 Grant Abstracts
April 25, 2016
The U.S. Department of Labor awarded Hawaii a Round 6 DEI grant to improve employment opportunities for youth and/or adults with disabilities. “HIDEI [Hawaii DEI] will hire four Disability Resource Coordinators and build upon the promising practices of ...
Hire Abilities Hawai'i - Customized Employment Videos
April 25, 2016
“These Customized Employment (CE) videos, each specifically focused on Employers, Youth, or a General audience, highlight the benefits of CE, an employment strategy which matches the skills and preferences of the individual with the specific business ...
Consortium for Idahoans with Disabilities
April 25, 2016
The mission of CID is “to protect, promote and advance the rights and interests of people with disabilities of all ages in Idaho in a manner consistent with the following principles: 1. CID will promote and protect the rights of people with ...
Developmental Disabilities Services State Fiscal Year 2018 Annual Report
April 25, 2016
~~” The Vermont Developmental Disabilities Services Division is pleased to share the Annual Report on Developmental Disabilities Services for State Fiscal Year 2018 . It features a review of each of the principles of service outlined in the ...
Curriculum Development for Employment Staff For the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) and Agency of Human Service (AHS) Creative Workforce Solutions (CWS) Initiative
April 25, 2016
“The State of Vermont, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) is a statewide direct service organization within the Department of Disabilities (DAIL), Aging and Independent Living in the Agency of Human Services (AHS). DVR is the lead agency for an ...
University of GA, Institute on Human Development & Disability - WorkWorks Training
April 25, 2016
Through service, teaching, and research, the Institute on Human Development and Disability hopes to, “contribute to creating an environment where individuals with disabilities are independent and enjoy careers of choice.” Through WorkWorks, the ...
GA Comprehensive Supports Waiver (COMP) - Provider Reference Guide
April 25, 2016
All providers (agencies) must apply to become a co-employer of services. Enrolled Co-Employer providers can serve in this capacity for the following COMP services, only: • Community Access • Community Guide • Community Living Support • ...
Florida Developmental Disabilities Council Employment First Partnerships
August 17, 2015
As part of the Governor’s Executive Order, “required partners include the Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD); the Florida Department of Education (FDOE), Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR), Division of Blind Services, and ...
Senate Bill 6384
April 26, 2016
“AN ACT Relating to ensuring that persons with developmental disabilities be given the opportunity to transition to a community access program after enrollment in an employment program; and adding a new section to chapter 71A.12 RCW.”
DDA Working Age Adult Policy
April 26, 2016
“This policy establishes employment supports as the first use of employment and day program funds for working age adults and ensures that after nine months of employment services the person may choose Community Access. The policy establishes guidelines ...
FY 2016 Vocational Rehabilitation Section of WOIA State Plan (Draft 12/2015)
April 26, 2016
In addition to interacting with XIX Medicaid Waiver staff as part of the DDPC meetings, WVDRS participates in two subcommittees, Employment First and Medley Management. The Employment First committee focuses on promoting employment for ...
Washington State DSHS/DVR 2016-2020 State Plan: the Supported Employment Program (Draft)
April 26, 2016
The cooperative agreements, program goals, funding distribution, and supported employment services described in this section represent the coordinated efforts of DSHS/DVR, its State collaborators, and its service delivery partners to ensure that all ...
WA Division of Developmental Disabilities, Jobs by 21 Partnership Project Report for FY 2009
April 26, 2016
“The Jobs by 21 Partnership Project was funded by the Washington State Legislature for the 2007–2009 biennium. The Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) was authorized to identify and demonstrate best practices in sustainable partnerships ...
Washington State’s Statewide Transition Plan for New HCBS Rules
April 26, 2016
The Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA, the state’s Medicaid Agency), the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) Aging and Long-Term Support Administration (ALTSA) and Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) submit this ...
Delaware Governor’s Advisory Council for Exceptional Citizens FY 2015 Annual Report
April 26, 2016
The membership of the State advisory panel must consist of members appointed by the Governor, or any other official authorized under State law to make these appointments, that is representative of the State population and that is composed of individuals ...
Delaware Employment First Oversight Commission
April 26, 2016
An Employment First Oversight Commission, under the purview of the State Council for Persons with Disabilities, shall be established and “shall facilitate the full, effective and timely implementation of this Act.” This “Commission shall ...
Delaware Employment First Oversight Commission Report
April 26, 2016
“Delaware’s Employment First Act (H.B. 319) was signed by Governor Markell on July 16, 2012. It promotes the right that all persons with disabilities have the opportunity for competitive employment and establishes the Employment First ...
DE Division of DD Services - Waiver Amendment Public Notice Attachment
April 26, 2016
A public notice on various definitions under Delaware's HCBS Waiver, including a (then proposed) revision of 'Supported Employment' to include 'Customized Employment.'
Georgia House Resolution 642
August 17, 2015
“WHEREAS, an ‘Employment First’ policy provides that employment should be the first and preferred option for all people, regardless of their disability, and that employment in the general workforce at or above the minimum wage is the ...
Iowa Employment First Website
April 26, 2016
~~“Employment First (EF) is a declaration of both philosophy and policy stating that: “Employment is the first priority and preferred outcome of publicly funded services for people with disabilities.” EF is also a “framework for ...
State of Illinois Employment First Strategic Plan Draft
April 26, 2016
The Draft report summarizes the history of Employment First in Illinois, and details the initiatives planneds for the future. Plans for the future are broken down in to two phases. The first phase requires collaboration with expert consults to:“Define ...
Indiana ABLE Legislation S.B. 11
April 27, 2016
ABLE savings accounts for persons with a disability. This bill creates the “achieving a better life experience” (ABLE) authority (authority). Establishes the ABLE board (board) of the authority. Provides that the authority may ...
Indiana Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Unified and Combined State Plan Requirements: 2015 Draft
April 27, 2016
“Under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), the Governor of each State must submit a Unified or Combined State Plan to the U.S. Secretary of Labor that outlines a four-year workforce development strategy for the State’s workforce ...
Kansas State VR Plan - Attachment 4.8(b)(1)
April 28, 2016
At the state level, KRS collaborates with other units within the Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF) and with other state departments. For example: …• KRS and DCF Prevention and Protection Services will coordinate to address the ...
Kansas Council on Developmental Disabilities
April 28, 2016
The purpose of the Kansas Council on Developmental Disabilities (KCDD) is to support people of all ages with developmental disabilities so they have the opportunity to make choices regarding both their participation in society, and their quality of ...
Kansas Employment First Initiative Act Annual Report
April 28, 2016
“KDADS provided information about provisions in its contract with Community Developmental Disability Organizations (CDDOs) where persons on the waiting list for HCBS Developmental Disability (DD) Waiver services who are ‘referred to RS ...
MT National Federation of the Blind 2015 Resolutions - Integrated Employment
May 06, 2016
WHEREAS The National Federation of the Blind of Montana believes that the blind and other people with disabilities can and should work in their communities for livable wages; and, WHEREAS Montana and the nation far too frequently pipeline workers with ...
A Path To Community Living Resource Guide
June 08, 2016
This Guide is a compilation of current service providers, resources, tools, and programs available to District of Columbia residents who wish to live independently in the community. It is designed to be used in conjunction with the “Path to ...
DC DDS Services for People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
July 05, 2016
DDA supports individuals with intellectual disabilities to have the most independence and choice and control over their own lives through person-centered service planning and delivery and increased provider capacity. DDA coordinates home and community ...
A Path to Community Living Handbook
July 05, 2016
This handbook is designed to assist people who have moved or are planning to move out of institutions into the community of their choice. These forms are designed to help you identify the services and supports you may need to successfully live in the ...
DC DHCF and DDS Home and Community Based Settings (HCBS) 101
July 05, 2016
This training power point provides information on the HCBS waiver, basic information on revising the waiver, designing and restructuring it, and waiver rules and restrictions. It also details the role of DCHF and DDS in the revision and administration ...
Creating Conditions for Success: Blueprint Progress Report
July 12, 2016
To achieve integrated employment, the Blueprint’s architects constructed a plan to close sheltered workshops by June 30, 2015. Contingent on additional funding, participants in sheltered workshops would transition to individual or group employment ...
Division of Developmental Disabilities Employment First Policy
July 12, 2016
This policy establishes community integrated employment services and supports as the first service option and primary outcome for individuals (both youth and adults.) It also establishes employment planning (Career Planning) and supports as priorities to ...
Alabama Department of Social Services State Partners: Alabama Department of Mental Health
July 12, 2016
"ADSS currently partners on several ventures with the ADMH, to include ADRC development and advisory, consumer-directed and person-centered system change, Chronic Disease Self-Management programs, pre-and post-disaster planning and assistance, the ...
MT INVEST Employment Specialist Training
July 12, 2016
Many of us know somebody that has a disability. Individuals with disabilities can face additional challenges to obtaining and retaining good jobs. To create an opportunity for that person to be most successful, there are several activities and/or steps to ...
Disability Employment Awareness Month Proclamation
July 12, 2016
“WHEREAS, the State of North Carolina supports and encourages individuals with disabilities to find employment, thus fostering the key objectives of advancing individual well-being and reducing the demand on public resources, which can then be ...
Upcoming Changes to DDD’s Policy on Funding of Sheltered Workshops
July 13, 2016
The Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) has begun to phase-out funding for services provided in sheltered workshop settings (also referred to as “extended employment” or “sheltered employment”). As part of the first phase of ...
1915 (c) Status: Current Program Name and Number AR Alternative Community Services (0188.R05.00)
July 13, 2016
Provides case management, respite, supported employment, supportive living, specialized medical supplies, adaptive equipment, community transition, consultation, crisis intervention, environmental mods, supplemental support for individuals with autism, IIDR, ...
Supported Employment Training and Technical Assistance
July 13, 2016
~~“The Boggs Center Employment Team provides Supported Employment Training and Technical Assistance throughout the state of New Jersey. Training courses are intended to provide both new and veteran employment specialists with the most up to date ...
NH Granite State Employment Project 5 Year Strategic Plan (2008-2012)
July 14, 2016
The mission of the Granite State Employment Project is to improve employment opportunities for New Hampshire citizens with disabilities so that they may fully participate in and better contribute to their communities. The vision of the Granite ...
Nevada’s No Wrong Door Strategic Plan 2015-2018
July 14, 2016
Long-term services and supports (LTSS) help people with functional limitations accomplish tasks necessary for daily living. Older adults, and those living with disabilities, will often need assistance with issues such as bathing, getting dressed, fixing ...
Michigan Executive Order 2015-15: Employment First in Michigan
July 14, 2016
All state departments and agencies that provide services and support to persons with disabilities, and all state departments and agencies that provide employment, economic development, or other related services, shall implement Employment First in Michigan by ...
Department of Human Services Disability Services Division Biennial Report on Long-term services for People with Disabilities
July 14, 2016
Employment is a priority of the Governor, DHS and DSD. DSD, in collaboration with many partners, developed Disability Benefits 101 (DB101), a web-based tool with on-line assistance, which can be used by people with disabilities and those who help them to ...
Moving Home Minnesota Customized Employment Training
July 14, 2016
Providers will learn to use defined customized employment tools and techniques to help people with disabilities gain competitive employment positions. They must:· Develop an individualized approach to employment planning and job ...
Minnesota Olmstead Planning Committee
July 14, 2016
In January 2013, Governor Mark Dayton issued an Executive Order establishing a Sub-Cabinet to develop and implement a comprehensive plan supporting freedom of choice and opportunity for people with disabilities…The Sub-Cabinet evaluates policies, ...
Hire Abilities Hawai'i
August 19, 2015
“Hire Abilities Hawaii represents an innovative collaboration among the Department of Human Services (DHS), University of Hawai`’ College of Education Center for Disabilities Studies (CDS), the Department of Education (DOE), the Department of ...
HB 431/SB 355: ABLE Act
July 15, 2016
Federal law enacted in December 2014 authorized states to establish tax-advantaged savings program to help people with disabilities save limited amounts for disability-related expenses (such as health care, assistive technology, education, employment ...
HB 420/SB 417: Ken Capone Equal Employment Act (EEA)
July 15, 2016
MDLC Board member Ken Capone, People on the Go, MDLC, and other advocates and coalition partners led this strong and successful effort to abolish the payment of subminimum wages to people with disabilities in Maryland. Like SB 765, the bill will become a ...
Maryland Customized Employment Project
July 15, 2016
The Maryland Department of Disabilities and the Developmental Disabilities Administration recently announced a partnership with five providers of vocational services throughout the state to implement a two-year initiative aimed at addressing employment ...
Hawai'i State Council on Developmental Disabilities
August 19, 2015
~"The DD Council promotes self-determination for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families by contributing to a coordinated and comprehensive service system that is person-centered and family-directed.The DD Council meets its goals ...
Maryland Customized Employment Project
July 15, 2016
The Maryland Department of Disabilities and the Developmental Disabilities Administration recently announced a partnership with five providers of vocational services throughout the state to implement a two-year initiative aimed at addressing ...
Florida HB 7003
July 15, 2016
This bill will be enacted on July 1, 2016 The purpose of this act is to prioritize employment of individuals with disabilities and to change the employment system to better integrate individuals with disabilities into the workforce. The act encourages a ...
Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals, Office for Citizens with Developmental Disabilities “Resources”
July 15, 2016
The DHH Office for Citizens with Developmental Disabilities offers a variety and ever-changing collection of resources, trainings and literature to assist consumers, their families, providers, advocates, and others access relevant materials.
Louisiana Developmental Disabilities Council “Employment Mentoring”
July 15, 2016
The Employment Mentoring project will develop, implement, and evaluate a training and mentoring approach that will result in Employment Support Professionals (ESPs) demonstrating competencies in skills which lead to employment outcomes for job seekers with ...
Florida Agency for Persons with Disabilities “ADP Training Portal”
July 15, 2016
Providers Beginning May 18, 2016, TRAIN Florida is the official Learning Management System (LMS) for the Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD). All learners with a valid email address received an email with login information. If you did not receive an ...
Florida Agency for Persons with Disabilities “Partners in Policymaking will Change your Life”
July 15, 2016
“Partners in Policymaking is a leadership-training program for self-advocates and parents of children with developmental disabilities. It provides state-of-the-art information about disability issues and builds the competencies necessary to become ...
Hawaii Medicaid Infrastructure Grant
August 19, 2015
“In 2006, Hawaii received a grant from the Center for Medicare and Medicaid to improve employment outcomes for persons with disabilities. The Medicaid Infrastructure Grant Program, known as Hire Abilities Hawaii, ran from 2006 to 2009. It was authorized ...
Kentucky ABLE Act SB 179
July 15, 2016
Signed by the Governor on April 5, 2016AN ACT relating to persons with disabilities.Amend KRS 205.200 to disregard any amount in an ABLE account, any contributions to an ABLE account, and any distribution from an ABLE account for qualified expenses for ...
Justice Department Reaches Extension Agreement to Improve Georgia’s Development Disability and Mental Health System
July 15, 2016
The extension agreement builds upon a 2010 settlement agreement resolving a lawsuit brought by the department under the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Supreme Court’s Olmstead decision. The case involves Georgia’s provision of community ...
Kentucky Commission on Services and Supports for Individuals with Intellectual and Other Developmental Disabilities “Annual Status Report”
July 15, 2016
Activity: Development of Local and Regional LeadershipThe Commission:Began the process of educating the Department of Education’s Nine Regional Transition Teams about Employment First and their role in the Employment First process;Worked to expand the ...
Kentucky Commonwealth Council on Developmental Disabilities State Plan for Federal Fiscal Years 2017-2021
July 15, 2016
Goal #2- The capacity of systems that serve all people will be improved so that people with developmental disabilities will have increased access to opportunities for greater independence and integrationObjective 2-B (Employment): By 2021, the Council will ...
Supported Employment Training Project
July 15, 2016
About Us Having a job represents much more than earning a salary. Employment, including the kind of work one performs, influences one's personal identity, sense of belonging, and place in the world. Furthermore, employment represents one primary way of ...
Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services “Peer Support Specialist Curriculum Approval Process”
July 15, 2016
The Department for Behavioral Health, Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities (DBHDID) will approve the following curricula for Peer Support Specialists (PSS): Adult Peer Support Specialist, Family Peer Support Specialist, Youth Peer Support Specialist, ...
Hawaii DEI - Round 2 Grants
August 19, 2015
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) is a three-year federal grant-funded program that improves education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for people who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving Social Security ...
Georgia HCBS Transition Plan
July 15, 2016
“Georgia begins process to address new regulations issued by CMS for Home and Community Based Services.The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) have issued regulations that define the settings in which it is permissible for states to pay ...
Employment First Oversight Commission Report FY 2015
July 15, 2016
Delaware’s Employment First At (H.B. 319) was signed by Governor Markell on July 16, 2012. This legislation promotes the right that all persons with disabilities have the opportunity for competitive employment and establishes the Employment First ...
Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Serivces
July 15, 2016
Shared Living Shared Living is a nationally recognized model for habilitation or residential services for individuals with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disability (IDD). Other terms that can encompass the Shared Living approach include adult foster care, ...
Kansas Council on Developmental Disabilities “2017-2021 Proposed Goals and Objectives Draft”
July 15, 2016
GOAL 2 –EMPLOYMENT: By 2021, Kansans with I/DD will have increased opportunities to engage in competitive integrated employmentOBJECTIVE 2.1: KCDD will provide Kansans with I/DD, their families, employers, providers, and ...
Kansas Council on Developmental Disabilities “Interhab Employment Systems Change 5/2016”
July 15, 2016
KCDD Employment Systems Change request for proposal is based on the Employment First Commission report 2014 The proposed system changes include more focus on Customized Employment and eliminating sub-minimum wage positions.Current research shows ...
Early Start to Supported Employment Handbook
July 15, 2016
Early Start to Supported Employment” (ESSE) is intended to create a more seamless transition for students leaving school and entering the adult workforce. The outcome of paid work with post-school supports in place before the student leaves school is ...
Employment and Economic Opportunity for Persons with Disabilities Task Force Act
July 18, 2016
“Task Force Responsibilities. The Task Force shall analyze programs and policies of the State to determine what changes, modifications, and innovations may be necessary to remove barriers to competitive employment and economic opportunity for persons ...
Indiana Governor’s Council for People with Disabilities State Plan 2017-2021 (Goal and Objectives)
July 19, 2016
Goal 2. Employment Increase resources, access and options for competitive, integrated employment at a living wage for people with disabilities. 2.1 Work with partners, including policymakers, employers and Chambers of Commerce, to develop and implement a plan ...
Person Centered Employment Planning Report (2014)
July 21, 2016
The South Dakota Work Plan created as part of membership in the State Employment Leadership Network includes a goal for person centered planning. The SD Employment First Alliance subcommittee for Person Centered Practices has met several times to discuss how ...
Expect Employment 2015: TN Employment First Task Force Report
July 21, 2016
In the past year, Tennessee:Continued to expand Project SEARCH to include 60 interns participating at 7 program sites statewide. A total of 42 individuals have been employed through Project SEARCHSecured federal grants and reallocated resources to expand the ...
Oregon Council on Developmental Disability Fiscal Year 2016: State Plan (Findings)
July 22, 2016
A broad overview of the Comprehensive Review and Analysis conducted by the Council. The Office of Developmental Disability Services (ODDS) provides DD waiver and Medicaid Community First Choice state plan (K plan) services to about 23,776 eligible children ...
Nevada Assembly Bill 5
July 25, 2016
AN ACT relating to public welfare; requiring the Aging and Disability Services Division of the Department of Health and Human Services to enter into an agreement with the Rehabilitation Division of the Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation to ...
Illinois Employment First Executive Order
August 21, 2015
“WHEREAS, the Illinois Employment First Act (20 ILCS 40 et. seq) requires that State agencies follow and implement the State’s policy of competitive and integrated employment as the first option when serving persons with disabilities of working ...
Nevada Assembly Bill 488: Relating to the Administration of Government Departments
December 19, 2016
"AN ACT relating to governmental administration; consolidating the Health Division and the Division of Mental Health and Developmental Services of the Department of Health and Human Services into the Division of Public and Behavioral Health of the ...
Nevada’s Strategic Plan for Integration of Developmental Services and Early Intervention Services into the ADSD
December 19, 2016
The Aging and Disability Services Division (ADSD) represents Nevadans who are aged or have a disability, regardless of age, and assists the broader community that touches their lives. Through advocacy, counseling and a broad array of supportive services, ADSD ...
Nevada’s No Wrong Door Strategic Plan 2015-2018
December 19, 2016
Long-term services and supports (LTSS) help people with functional limitations accomplish tasks necessary for daily living. Older adults, and those living with disabilities, will often need assistance with issues such as bathing, getting dressed, fixing ...
Nevada Balancing Incentives Program
December 19, 2016
"The Balancing Incentive Program is a grant-funded program established by the Affordable Care Act through the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). The goal of the program is to make structural changes to the way individuals access long term ...
Illinois Employment First Act (HB2591)
August 21, 2015
The bill, which became effective on July 16, 2013, declares Illinois an Employment First State and establishes competitive employment in integrated settings as the first option for working-age persons with disabilities in Illinois. The bill also ...
Memorandum of Understanding between the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services, the Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired, and the Division of Developmental Disabilities for Supported Employment Services
December 19, 2016
"The purpose of this Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) is to assist the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services (DVRS), the Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired (CBVI) and the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) to operate in an ...
New Jersey Project HIRE
December 19, 2016
"The Arc of New Jersey’s Project HIRE is a supported employment program designed to connect people with disabilities to integrated employment opportunities in their community. The program assists adults with disabilities in finding and maintaining ...
New Mexico Interagency Behavioral Health Service Requirements and Utilization Guidelines for Supported Employment
December 19, 2016
~~This document defines supported employment and provides program, provider, staffing, documentation, and other requirements of providers of supported employment services.“Supported Employment provides on the job ...
New Mexico Behavioral Health Collaborative
December 19, 2016
~~“This Web site is a resource for individuals, families and agencies concerned with behavioral health. It provides information about behavioral health services, laws, and related news, as well as communication tools and other features. Regardless of ...
New Mexico Partners for Employment Events and Training
December 19, 2016
This webpage lists upcoming training and capacity building events intended for providers, people with disabilities, and employers throughout New Mexico.
North Dakota Transition Consortium (Launch My Life North Dakota)
December 20, 2016
“The North Dakota Transition Consortium is a partnership of programs and agencies. The goal is to promote, improve, and educate about services that help young adults with disabilities move from high school into college, training, or a job.”
Ohio 2016-2017 Budget: Historic Investments for Ohioans with Developmental Disabilities
December 20, 2016
"Governor Kasich’s recently released executive budget includes several noteworthy adjustments to funding within the state’s developmental disabilities system. Touted as an extension of the state’s “historic” investments of ...
Guide to Policy and Procedure Development
December 20, 2016
"The Employment First Rule, 5123: 2-2-05, requires county boards to adopt and implement a local Employment First Policy which clearly identifies community employment as the desired outcome for every individual of working age. The following is guidance ...
OCALI Customized Employment Project
December 20, 2016
"With funding from the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD), OCALI launched a customized employment project in March 2009 for two school based transition teams, Claymont High School with Tuscarawas County Board of Developmental ...
OH Job Seekers Guide
December 20, 2016
"The Job Seekers Guide will help you learn how to get a job and will give you some tools that will help along the way."
Loop Ohio
December 20, 2016
"Welcome to Loop Ohio, Ohio’s virtual Community of Practice! This online community is dedicated to facilitating statewide and local, cross system collaboration and learning, with a focus on promoting best practices in community development and ...
Ohio Employment First Transition Framework
December 20, 2016
"Ohio Employment First Transition Framework is a critical component to the Ohio Employment First structure and is intended to address barriers to transition planning and services in order to achieve meaningful adult outcomes. The Framework was developed ...
Developmental Disabilities Services Policy Change Regarding Sheltered Workshops
December 20, 2016
“In order to further Oregon’s Employment First policy, effective July 1, 2015, ODDS will no longer fund Sheltered Work or services in a Sheltered Workshop setting, for individuals who are newly eligible for services, or individuals already using ...
Oregon Memorandum of Understanding: Developmental Disabilities Services and Vocational Rehabilitation
December 20, 2016
“This memorandum of understanding (MOU) is to impact and be implemented statewide, with a target population of all working age individuals with Developmental Disabilities eligible for both VR and ODDS services. This will include school age individuals ...
Office of Developmental Disability Services (ODDS) Provider FAQ Employment Services
December 20, 2016
“This Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document is being distributed to help clarify and facilitate the services provided by the Office of Developmental Disability Services (ODDS) for adults with Intellectual and other Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) ...
Illinois Employment and Economic Opportunity for Persons with Disabilities Task Force Annual Report
August 21, 2015
"This annual report “outlines the activities undertaken by the Task Force during the first full year of operation. It reflects the information that has been gathered by the Task Force to date as well as outlines the recommendations developed by the ...
The Transition Alliance of South Carolina (TASC)
December 20, 2016
"The Transition Alliance of South Carolina (TASC) is spearheaded by the Center for Disability Resources (CDR) at the University of South Carolina’s School of Medicine.Utilizing funding and support from the South Carolina Department ...
Expect Employment 2015: Employment First Task Force Report to the Governor
January 04, 2017
~~“Governor Haslam established Tennessee as an Employment First state in June 2013 with Executive Order No. 28. This Order, in recognition of high levels of unemployment for Tennesseans with disabilities, mental illnesses and substance abuse ...
Tennessee Interagency Agreement Regarding IDEA
January 04, 2017
“The purpose of this Agreement is to identify and define the financial responsibilities of the Parties to this Agreement and to facilitate the provision and coordination of services for all infants, toddlers, children, youth and adults who are IDEA ...
Guide for Provider Transformation to an Employment First Service Model
January 04, 2017
~~Transition to an Employment First Service Model Guide is issuedOrganizations that are successful in their transformation to an Employment First provider agency share three elements, all of which should be addressed:1. Strategy: What will you do?2. ...
Employment and Community First CHOICES (Employment Program)
January 04, 2017
~~The Employment and Community First CHOICES program is administered by TennCare through its contracted managed care organizations. It offers services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Services in the program will help ...
Texas Health and Human Services Transformation
January 04, 2017
“In 2015, Texas Health and Human Services (HHS) began a transformation effort to produce a more efficient, effective, and responsive system. In September of 2016 the first phase of that effort became operational.The goals of the transformation are to ...
Interagency Agreement with Vermont Department of Education and Vermont Agency of Human Services
January 04, 2017
“This agreement promotes collaboration between the Agency of Human Services (AHS) and the Department of Education (DOE) in order to ensure that all required services are coordinated and provided to students with disabilities, in accordance with ...
Executive Order 2002-9 (Establishing a Governor's Task Force on Employment)
January 05, 2017
“An order establishing the Governor's Task Force on Employment and Economic Opportunity for Persons with Disabilities”
Arizona Department of Economic Security, Division of Developmental Disabilities “Strategic Plan 2016-2020” (Transition to Employment)
January 20, 2017
The Division recently introduced the service “Transition to Employment”. This service provides members with individualized instruction, training and supports to promote skill development for integrated and competitive employment. “Transition ...
Arkansas Department of Human Services “Supported Employment”
January 20, 2017
The Arkansas Department of Human Services Support Employment program is available to persons with most severe disabilities. It has the goal of assisting them in getting competitive employment in an integrated setting and earnings that are equal or greater ...
San Diego-Imperial Counties Developmental Services, Inc. "Employment First"
January 20, 2017
~~California’s Employment First Policy was signed into law in October of 2013, by Governor Brown.dds.ca.govCompetitive employment is finding a job within the community where you are paid about the same as other people doing the same job and at least ...
Senate Bill No. 502 May Special Session, Public Act No. 16-3AN ACT CONCERNING REVENUE AND OTHER ITEMS TO IMPLEMENT THE BUDGET FOR THE BIENNIUM ENDING JUNE 30, 2017.
January 20, 2017
“Sec. 60. Subsection (a) of section 17b-666 of the general statutes is repealed and the following is substituted in lieu thereof (Effective July 1, 2016): (a) The Department of Rehabilitation Services may receive state and federal funds to administer, ...
Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities “Provider Manual for Community Developmental Disabilities Providers Fiscal Year 2018 ”
January 23, 2017
“Quality Assurance and Standard Compliance Requirements 1.The DD Crisis Providers of the Crisis System shall develop and maintain performance indicators and outcome data as part of their quality management system that will assist DBHDD and Georgia ...
Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities “Provider Manual for Community Developmental Disabilities Providers Fiscal Year 2018”
January 23, 2017
“Community integration and inclusion into the larger natural community is supported and evident. Terms “Integration and Inclusion” mean: a. Use of community resources that are available to other citizens; b. Providing the opportunity to ...
Indiana Secondary Transition Resource Center – University of Indiana Bloomington
January 24, 2017
“We create and enhance professional development activities and resources to support teachers and, ultimately, students with disabilities, as they transition from school to their adult lives, working and participating in their communities, jobs and/or ...
Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services ”HCBS Providers – Financial Template”
January 24, 2017
“The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has contracted with Optumas, an actuary and consulting firm, to study the adequacy of Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) service payment rates. To assist with that study, Optumas has ...
Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services “Crisis and Exception Policy”
January 24, 2017
~~“Transitions to the I/DD WaiverThe following HCBS programs shall transition to HCBS IDD wavier program if they meet HCBS IDD functional eligibility:1. Person is determined no longer ...
Maine’s Person Centered Planning Process for Adults with Intellectual Disabilities and Autism
January 24, 2017
“Person-Centered Planning (PCP) is the required annual planning process for adults receiving developmental services in Maine. PCP involves identifying and describing the person’s needs and goals as well as the paid and unpaid supports and services ...
“Governor’s Interagency Transition Council for Youth with Disabilities”
January 24, 2017
“The primary responsibility of the IATC is to review, revise and update annually the Interagency State Plan for Transitioning Youth with Disabilities to ensure effective interagency planning and delivery of services for secondary students with ...
“FY2017 Interagency State Plan for Transitioning Youth with Disabilities”
January 24, 2017
“This is a document of the approved goals for students with disabilities who are transitioning from high school to post-secondary school or employment.” It consists of a set of tables, one for each goal, that lists the measures and strategies that ...
VR (Vocational Rehabilitation) & IL(Independent Living) Policies and Procedures Manual Section 800 “Supported Employment”
January 24, 2017
“Supported employment is competitive work in an integrated work setting, or employment in integrated work settings in which individuals are working towards competitive work, with ongoing support services for individuals with the most significant ...
Governor’s Interagency Transition Council for Youth with Disabilities
January 24, 2017
~~"The Interagency Transition Council for Youth with Disabilities (IATC) is a partnership of State and local government agencies, educators, family members and advocates. The IATC's purpose is to help improve the policies and practices that affect ...
FY2017 Interagency State Plan for Transitioning Youth with Disabilities
January 24, 2017
This is a document of the approved goals for students with disabilities who are transitioning from high school to post-secondary school or employment. “
Illinois "Add Us In Chicagoland"
August 23, 2015
“This project has two main goals: first, to identify and develop strategies to increase the capacity of small businesses and communities, to employ youth and adults with disabilities, and second, to enhance the opportunities and skills of individuals ...
“Transforming and Improving Practices through Customized Technical Assistance (TIP) Grants”
January 24, 2017
“The purpose of this initiative is to improve the employment outcomes of people with developmental disabilities by building the capacity of community service providers licensed by the Developmental Disabilities Administration. Through customized ...
Michigan Developmental Disabilities Council’s Public Policy Advocacy Platform 2017
January 24, 2017
“The Council supports Employment First policies and will work with the legislature, policy personal, stakeholders, and interested parties to promote Employment First policies and positions. Action Plan + Continue to pursue and coordinate resource ...
Nebraska Developmental Disabilities Provider Handbook
April 26, 2017
“DDD provides funding and oversight of community-based providers. DD services can be provided by either an independent or agency provider. Developmental Disability (DD) Services focus on helping participants live the most independent lives possible. ...
Nebraska Department of Developmental Disabilities Training Resources
April 26, 2017
“The Division of Developmental Disabilities is committed to providing training that results in improved lives for our participants. Please feel free to use as many training resources as you see fit.”
New Jersey Division of Developmental Disabilities Organizational Rules
April 26, 2017
“The Division of Developmental Disabilities funds services for eligible individuals with developmental disabilities. The Division’s mission is to assure the opportunity for individuals with developmental disabilities to receive quality services ...
EmployAbility: A Toolkit for Employers
April 26, 2017
“This handbook is meant to provide you with the information you need to begin employing people of all abilities, including financial and tax incentives, how and why hiring people of all abilities is good for your business and where to find qualified ...
2019 Transformation Series: Building Innovative Service Models
April 26, 2017
~~“Provider agencies across the state support Ohio's continued efforts to ensure people with intellectual and developmental disabilities have access to services that prioritize their individual goals and emphasize community membership and ...
RI Department of Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities, and Hospitals Supported Employment Services Package Person Centered Supported Employment Services Program
April 26, 2017
“BHDDH is implementing a performance-based payment program that promotes the expansion of integrated employment for DD Division clients. BHDDH is doing so in fulfillment of the following provisions of the May 18 Order of the Federal District ...
Utah Partnerships in Employment
April 26, 2017
“ACL’s Administration on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (AIDD) recently awarded more than $1.8 million in funding to six states to increase competitive employment outcomes for youth and young adults with intellectual and developmental ...
Arizona Developmental Disabilities Planning Council “Self-Employment for Workers with Disabilities: An Underutilized but Viable Option”
April 27, 2017
~~“For years, disability advocates have struggled with advancing self-employment options for people with disabilities to help combat their low employment rates. Trends including downsizing, increased use of contract and temporary employees, and advances ...
“Medicaid waiver renewal approved for Georgians with intellectual and developmental disabilities”
April 28, 2017
~~“The Georgia Departments of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) and Community Health (DCH) are pleased to announce that the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has approved renewal of the Comprehensive Supports Waiver ...
“Phase-In Timing for New Rates, by Services and ‘Cohort’ prepared for Developmental Disabilities Division”
May 01, 2017
~~“This document is a set of tables noting what services will be available for all of the participants in the program or different “cohorts” (Cohort 1 - Participants residing in certified or licensed settings; Cohort 2 - Participants living ...
SB 0344/HB0448 “Maryland Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Program - Account Clarifications”
May 01, 2017
~~“Clarifying that a specified amount may be contributed in each calendar year to an account for a disabled individual under the Maryland Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Program; providing that contributions to an ABLE account may not exceed a ...
Ohio Revised Code 5123:2-9-16 - Home and community-based services waivers
July 17, 2017
“This rule defines group employment support and sets forth provider qualifications, requirements for service delivery and documentation of services, and payment standards for the service. The expected outcome of group employment support is paid ...
Ohio Revised Code 5123:2-9-16 - Home and community-based services waivers
July 17, 2017
“This rule defines group employment support and sets forth provider qualifications, requirements for service delivery and documentation of services, and payment standards for the service. The expected outcome of group employment support is paid ...
Oklahoma APSE 2017 Employment Conference
July 17, 2017
~~“This event brought together key community stakeholders, individuals with disabilities, family members and educators to network and discuss state-of-the-art strategies to ensure competitive and equitable employment for Oklahoman’s with ...
Oregon HUD 811 Project Rental Assistance
July 17, 2017
“Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS), in partnership with the Department of Human Services and Oregon Health Authority, is committed to providing supportive housing opportunities through the HUD 811 Project Rental Assistance (PRA) program for ...
Oregon Local EF Teams’ Community of Practice
July 17, 2017
“During 2017, we worked with the DHS Employment First Office and Local Employment First teams on their ongoing Community of Practice (CoP), a subject-based discussion series of topics important to Employment First. Each topic was featured in a 2-hour ...
Pennsylvania Employment First Executive Order Summary
July 18, 2017
“On March 10, 2016, Governor Tom Wolf signed Executive Order 2016-03, “Establishing ‘Employment First’ Policy and Increasing Competitive-Integrated Employment for Pennsylvanians with a Disability.”…Per the requirements of ...
SC Employment First Initiative
July 18, 2017
“South Carolina is one of six states selected by the Administration for Community Living to receive funding in order to increase employment outcomes for youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities statewide. Employment First emphasizes ...
Vermont Aging & Disability Resource Connections: No Wrong Door
July 18, 2017
“Vermont’s Aging Disabilities Resource Connections (ADRC) initiative provides people of all ages, disabilities, and incomes with the information and support they need to make informed decisions about long term services and supports. ADRC ...
Virginia Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities
July 18, 2017
“Led by the Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services and the Virginia Department for the Blind and Vision Impaired, this grant will help nearly 500 Virginians with disabilities, including young adults and veterans, gain new skills and ...
Executive Order 01.01.2009.10 Maryland Disability History and Awareness Month
July 19, 2017
“Now, therefore, I, Martin O’Malley, Governor of the State of Maryland […] hereby proclaim the following executive order, effective immediately.State of Maryland Executive Branch agencies shall annually observe October as Disability History ...
Employment Resources for Adult Services Providers
July 27, 2017
~~“Successful job development is often a complex set of strategies that requires skill and commitment on the part of the individual seeking a job, their support staff and members of their team. Successful job developers use person-centered career ...
Delaware Home and Community-Based Lifespan Waiver
July 28, 2017
~~“Delaware Health and Social Services (DHSS)/Division of Medicaid and Medical Assistance (DMMA) and Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDDS) received approval from the Center for Medicaid Services (CMS) to amend the Home and Community-Based ...
Provider Manual for Community Developmental Disability Providers of State –Funded Developmental Disability Services Fiscal Year 2020
July 28, 2017
~~“Vision: Easy access to high-quality care that leads to a life of recovery and independence for the people we serve. Mission: Leading an accountable and effective continuum of care to support Georgians with behavioral health challenges, and ...
Person Centered Philosophy Statements
July 28, 2017
~~“The Person Centered Planning can be described as the balance between what is important to a person and what is important for a person. It is a way to identify strengths, preferences, needs (both clinical and support needs) and desired outcomes of a ...
IA Department of Human Services Report of Joint Protocols and Program Models
August 24, 2015
“IVRS and DHS are key collaborators in EFSLMP. “IVRS is the lead agency, but DHS has committed to staff and management resources and time. … Iowa has a “grassroots Employment First (E1st) initiative that influences the ...
Olmstead Plan for Mental Health and Disability Services: State plan framework (2011 - 2015)
August 24, 2015
“The Department of Human Service’s priorities for Olmstead Plan implementation include establishing the leadership, necessary partnerships and infrastructure for a service system expanding opportunities for competitive employment.”The goals ...
Meeting the Employment Transportation Needs of People with Disabilities in New Jersey
August 01, 2017
~~“Getting and keeping a job can be a challenge for anyone, regardless of disability status. For people with disabilities in New Jersey, the challenge can be even greater. Although the state has a large and extensive public transportation ...
Employment Learning Community : Improving Systems and Services for Individuals with IDD
August 01, 2017
~~The Employment Learning Community (ELC) assists states in improving systems and services to increase inclusive, competitive employment for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).The ELC has three key components:• Delphi ...
Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities Annual Report FY2017
November 01, 2017
“The Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) oversees a statewide system of supports and services for people with developmental disabilities and their families with the support of a diverse stakeholder community. The department does this by ...
Oregon Innovation Grant Awardees
November 01, 2017
“The Oregon Legislature awarded a Policy Option Package in the 2015-17 session for the Department of Human Services (DHS) to fund innovative Employment First projects to increase capacity throughout the state.The purpose of these grants is to expand ...
RISE 2 Work Partnership
November 01, 2017
“The RISE 2 Work partnership brings together a number of agencies focused on the needs of intellectually and developmentally disabled (I/DD) individuals and is focused on overcoming the stigma faced by such job seekers. Funds will help secure a shared ...
TX Implementation of Acute Care Services and the Long-term Services and Supports System Redesign
November 01, 2017
ACUTE CARE SERVICES AND LONG-TERM SERVICES AND SUPPORTS SYSTEM FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH AN INTELLECTUAL OR DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITY. In accordance with this chapter, the commission shall design and implement an acute care services and long-term services and ...
AB-1607 An act to amend Sections 4688.21 and 4850.3 of the Welfare and Institutions Code, Rrelating to Developmental Sservices.
November 02, 2017
~~“Existing law, the Lanterman Developmental Disabilities Services Act, requires the State Department of Developmental Services to contract with regional centers to provide services and supports to individuals with developmental disabilities and their ...
Wisconsin Employment First Grant Recipients
November 02, 2017
“The Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities awarded Employment First Partner grants to 14 community organizations, including: schools, employment providers, managed care organizations, and advocacy organizations. These ...
Iowa DHS: Stakeholder Brief by SELN
August 25, 2015
“Iowa Department of Human Services (DHS) has been keenly focused on improving opportunities for Iowans with disabilities to become employed in quality jobs in Iowa communities since 2000 when first awarded a Medicaid Infrastructure Grant (MIG), a ...
Iowa Coalition for Integrated Employment
August 25, 2015
“The Iowa Coalition for Integrated Employment’s consortium includes representatives from the Iowa DD Council, Iowa Department of Education, Iowa VR and the Department of Human Services. The partners have a history of routinely working together on ...
Iowa AIDD Partnerships in Employment Systems Change Grant
August 25, 2015
The Iowa Coalition for Integrated Employment’s consortium includes representatives from various government and advocacy agencies and organizations. The objections of the coalition are: “Develop a Readiness for Change Plan for ...
2014 Kansas Employment First Oversight Commission Report to the Governor and Kansas Legislature
September 01, 2015
This report has a number of recommendations with new or revised Employment First practices to support the Governor’s Employment First “Road Map,” including those that:“Incentivize the Goal of Employment First – The State of ...
Kansas Employment First Oversight Commission
September 01, 2015
“In order to ensure the Oversight Commission can effectively carry out its duties, the law places certain requirements on state agencies to help ensure that the law will be effectively and fully implemented. The law also places requirements on state ...
Nebraska Planning Council on Developmental Disabilities State Plan 2017-2021
September 02, 2015
Goal 3: Employment Influence systems change to provide increased opportunities for more individuals with intellectual and other developmental disabilities (I/DD) of diverse identities to pursue an employment path of their choice.· Provide support ...
Alabama Disability Employment Initiative
July 27, 2015
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) is a three-year federal grant-funded program that improves education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for people with disabilities who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving ...
Ready, Set, Go
September 02, 2015
~~“There are many decisions young adults must make when planning for life after high school. These materials and resources help young adults with developmental disabilities make decisions about supports as they move from high school to adult ...
New Hampshire HB 1174
September 03, 2015
“This bill establishes a committee to identify and recommend changes to New Hampshire laws and rules on the payment of subminimum wages to persons with disabilities.”
NH Granite State Employment Project 5 Year Strategic Plan (2008-2012)
September 03, 2015
The mission of the Granite State Employment Project is to improve employment opportunities for New Hampshire citizens with disabilities so that they may fully participate in and better contribute to their communities. The vision of the Granite ...
New Hampshire Council on Developmental Disabilities
September 03, 2015
“The purpose of State Councils is to ’engage in advocacy, capacity building, and systemic change activities that are consistent with the purpose of the DD Act and; contribute to a coordinated, consumer and family-centered, consumer and ...
New Hampshire Council on Developmental Disabilities (NHCDD) Five Year Plan (2016-2021), Executive Summary
September 03, 2015
Goal 2. Quality of Life: Individuals with developmental disabilities living in New Hampshire will have greater opportunities for inclusion through meaningful competitive employment, friendships and relationships, recreation and choice of social activities, ...
Institute on Disability/UCEDD - University of New Hampshire
September 03, 2015
“Trains students, self-advocates, families and professionals through coursework, seminars, workshops and conferences; Provides technical assistance to organizations and individuals to improve their capacity to include all citizens. Disseminates ...
New Hampshire Medicaid Infrastructure Grant Five Year Plan (2008-2012)
September 03, 2015
• MIG funds were used during 2002 and 2003 to provide the 13 New Hampshire Employment Security One-Stops with equipment and resource materials (e.g., screen readers, audio “how to” tapes) to make them more accessible to individuals with ...
Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) and Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) Joint Guidance on Referrals for Vocational Rehabilitation Services
February 07, 2018
“Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) and the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) have developed the following joint guidance for both County Boards of Developmental Disabilities and Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) staff to ...
Employment First Task Force Joint Guidance: Limitations on Use of Subminimum Wage
February 07, 2018
“Section 511 of the federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act of 2014 (WIOA), which took effect July 22, 2016, is intended to place limits on the payment of subminimum wage to individuals with disabilities, using special wage certificates under ...
Oregon Administrative Rules: Independent Providers Delivering Developmental Disabilities Services
February 07, 2018
“The rules in OAR chapter 411, division 375 establish the standards and procedures governing independent providers and the fiscal services provided on behalf of individuals who employ or contract with an independent provider.Independent providers ...
Employment First PA Fiscal Year 2017-2018 Quarter 4 Updates
February 07, 2018
This document lists updates from agencies involved with Pennsylvania’s Employment First initiative. Updates are focused around various priorities, including raising expectations for youth with disabilities, preparing students for school-to-work ...
Rhode Island Disability Employment Initiative Round 8
February 07, 2018
“RI DEI will fund four Disability Resource Coordinators and implement activities that will continue with its success in re-integrating the Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities populations from sheltered workshops and segregated day programs and ...
Expect Employment 2017: TN Employment First Task Force Report to the Governor
February 07, 2018
“Over the course of the fiscal year, several task force members completed major objectives in the strategic plan. Those include the implementation of the Employment and Community First CHOICES program and launch of the Transition Tennessee site. In ...
Utah Division of Services for People with Disabilities Annual Report 2016
February 07, 2018
“This report aims to illustrate the number of people who utilize the services provided by the [Division of Services for People with Disabilities], describe the services being used, provide accountability to the citizens of Utah, and highlight the ...
Vermont Developmental Disabilities Services Division Health and Wellness Guidelines
February 08, 2018
“The Developmental Disabilities Services Division is responsible to ensure the health and safety of people who receive Home and Community Based Services (HCBS)-funded developmental services.One of the key purposes of the Health and Wellness Guidelines ...
Medicaid Manual for Developmental Disabilities Services
February 08, 2018
“Medicaid Services in Vermont are provided under Global Commitment for Health 1115 Medicaid Waiver an agreement with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. It is a matching entitlement program that provides medical care to aged, blind, or disabled ...
Washington Community First Choice
February 08, 2018
“Community first choice (CFC) is a Washington apple health state plan benefit authorized under Section 1915(k) of the Social Security Act. CFC enables the agency and its contracted entities to deliver person-centered home and community based ...
The Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) Unit
February 12, 2018
~~“The Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) Unit is responsible for monitoring service providers and supports systems serving individuals who experience intellectual or developmental disabilities. The IDD Unit oversees the ...
The Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) Unit
February 12, 2018
~~“The Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) Unit is responsible for monitoring service providers and supports systems serving individuals who experience an intellectual or developmental disability. The IDD Unit oversees the Intellectual and ...
Louisiana Selected as Vision Quest State
February 13, 2018
“Louisiana is one of eight states selected to receive Training and Technical Assistanceas a Vision Quest State for the 2018 fiscal year under the United States Departmentof Labor's, Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP) Employment First ...
Maryland Minimum Wage Act of 2014 (HB 0295/CH0262)
February 13, 2018
“Incrementally increasing the State minimum wage rate to $10.10 beginning July 1, 2018; authorizing specified employers to pay employees under the age of 20 years a specified wage under specified circumstances; requiring the Department of Health and ...
Regional Employment Collaboratives
February 13, 2018
“Massachusetts is home to a number of collaborative efforts to improve employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. With funding from the Department of Developmental Services and the Department of Mental Health, these collaboratives are ...
Kentucky Supported Employment Training Project (SET-P)
September 04, 2015
Kentucky’s Supported Employment Training Project (SET-P) provides support for professionals who in turn support people with disabilities with finding good jobs. [Their] work through the Human Development Institute at the University of Kentucky, is ...
Notice of Emergency and Proposed Rulemaking: ID/DD Waiver
February 13, 2018
~~“The Department of Disability Services (DDS), Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA), operates the Medicaid Home and Community–Based Services (HCBS) Waiver for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (ID/DD Waiver) ...
Report to the Twenty-Ninth Legislature State of Hawaii 2018 on Long Term Adult Supports and Resources
February 14, 2018
~~“Long Term Adult Supports and Resources (LASR)This program provides supports for individuals who are eligible for DDD but not eligible for Medicaid services under the I/DD Waiver, or do not choose to receive Waiver services. The LASR Program ...
Memorandum of Understanding Transition to Employment of Students and Youth with Disabiilities
March 19, 2018
Vision: Through strong interagency collaboration, students with disabilities will exit school with competitive integrated employment and/or a connection to post-secondary education intended to lead to employment.1, Recitals and Purpose1.1. Nationally and in ...
Arkansas Employment First Task Force Final Report
July 28, 2015
"After the Governor signed Executive Order 10-17, the Department of Human Services convened the Employment First Task Force. The Task Force was comprised of representatives from state agencies, provider associations, and advocacy groups. The Task Force ...
University of Kentucky Graduate Certificate in Developmental Disabilities
September 04, 2015
“This certificate will present a comprehensive and unique perspective not available within any individual program on campus. The interdisciplinary nature of this field of study will be emphasized. In addition to a broad, interdisciplinary perspective, ...
New York State Expanding Program to Help Individuals with Disabilities find Employment
June 11, 2018
“The New York State Employment First Commission, created by Governor Andrew M. Cuomo and chaired by the New York State Office of Mental Health, has announced new resources to help increase employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. The ...
New York State Expanding Program to Help Individuals with Disabilities find Employment
June 11, 2018
“The New York State Employment First Commission, created by Governor Andrew M. Cuomo and chaired by the New York State Office of Mental Health, has announced new resources to help increase employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. The ...
Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities Web-based Training Catalog
June 12, 2018
This webpage features links to all training webinars offered by the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities, on topics including Medicaid, rules and regulations, providing services to various populations, etc. It is continuously updated.
Oregon Employment Services for Individuals with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities
June 12, 2018
“The purposes of the rules in OAR chapter 411, division 345 are to:Effectuate Oregon’s Employment First policy,…Prescribe service standards and requirements for providers of home and community-based services in settings where employment ...
Care Coordination Organization/Health Home (CCO/HH) Provider Policy Guidance and Manual
June 13, 2018
"Effective July 1, 2018, OPWDD will transition Care Management, both Medicaid Service Coordination (MSC) and Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) Waiver Plan of Care Support Services (PCSS) to the Health Home model of care. Health Home Care ...
Employment Advocacy Initiatives
June 13, 2018
“The Council supports a policy of “Employment First” in which employment in the general workforce is the first and preferred outcome in the provision of publicly funded services for all working age citizens with disabilities, regardless of ...
Memorandum of Understanding: Transition to Employment of Students and Youth with Disabilities
June 13, 2018
“Vision: Through strong interagency collaboration, students with disabilities will exit school with competitive integrated employment and/or a connection to post-secondary intended to lead to employment.”
Statewide Summit on Advocacy
June 13, 2018
“The Summit on Advocacy is an opportunity for self-advocates and partners to gather information around self-advocacy activities and policies. The purpose is to strengthen and enhance self-advocacy efforts in New Mexico.”
Navigating the System: A Guide for Individuals and Families
June 14, 2018
~~“The mission of Arizona’s Developmental Disabilities Planning Council (ADDPC) is to develop and support capacity building and systemic change to increase inclusion and involvement of persons with developmental disabilities in their communities ...
Louisiana OCDD and Employment First
September 05, 2015
The Office for Citizens with Developmental Disabilities (OCDD) believes that it is time to improve employment outcomes for people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities in Louisiana. Over the last few years the term “Employment ...
Project Search
October 22, 2018
~~Project SEARCH was originally launched in 1996 at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center. Designed to prepare young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities for competitive employment, this one-year “school- to-work” ...
Waiver Employment Services and Supports
October 22, 2018
~~This page has information on the following services and supports:Discovery and Career PlanningBenefits CounselingHawaii Work Incentives Planning and Assistance (WIPA)Individual Employment Supports•Job Development•Job Coaching
Medicaid I/DD Waiver
October 22, 2018
~~“Medicaid is a jointly funded, Federal-State health insurance program for people with limited income and resources who meet eligibility requirements. The Medicaid 1915(c) Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Waiver for individuals with ...
Employment First
October 22, 2018
~~The Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities believes that all people, regardless of disability, should have the opportunity to work and recognizes that individuals with I/DD achieve successful employment outcomes when:•They are ...
Medicaid I/DD Waiver Providers
October 22, 2018
~~Services are provided through the Medicaid 1915(c) Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Waiver, for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (Medicaid I/DD Waiver). The purpose of the Medicaid I/DD Waiver is to support people to have ...
Developmental Disabilities Worker’s Guide
October 24, 2018
~~“SPPC services are available to eligible individuals – up to 20 hours each month – as stand-alone attendant/personal care services and related supports, or in combination with the Community First Choice Option/K Plan services. ...
New Jersey Governor’s Employment First Declaration
September 08, 2015
~~“Recognizing the opportunity for New Jersey to improve employment statistics by increasing the number of people with disabilities in the general workforce, Governor Christie declared New Jersey an “Employment First” state on April ...
NJ Department of Health and Human Services Employment First Statement
September 08, 2015
“People with disabilities are a multi-skilled workforce resource for employers. An inclusive workplace promotes diversity, expands the tax base and creates an expanded pool of qualified candidates for available jobs. ‘Employment First’ is ...
DiscoverAbility: New Jersey’s Strategic Plan for Creating a Comprehensive Employment System for People with Disabilities
September 08, 2015
During the final year of the DiscoverAbility NJ project, New Jersey became an Employment First state and joined the national State Employment Leadership Network (SELN). Nonprofit community service providers assist people with disabilities with a wide range of ...
FY 2019 Provider Rate Increase FAQ's
November 05, 2018
~~During the past legislative session, Governor Haslam and the Tennessee General Assembly dedicated approximately $50 million in state and federal dollars towards a rate increase for providers contracted with the Department of Intellectual and Developmental ...
DIDD Launches State Employment Mentorship Program
November 05, 2018
~~‘The Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (DIDD) launched a new mentorship program today, designed to leverage in-state employment expertise to increase competitive, integrated employment opportunities in Tennessee for years to ...
Vermont State System of Care Plan for Developmental Disabilities Services, FY 2018- FY 2020
November 06, 2018
~~The mission of the Department of Disabilities, Aging and Independent Living (DAIL) is to make Vermont the best state in which to grow old or to live with a disability; with dignity, respect and independence. Core Principles of DAIL• ...
Office of Special Education Transition Requirements – NJ Administrative Code 6A-14
September 08, 2015
(34) Transition services. The term "transition services" means a coordinated set of activities for a child with a disability that— (A) is designed to be within a results-oriented process, that is focused on improving the academic and ...
New Jersey Department of Human Services Division of Developmental Disabilities Olmstead Plan
September 08, 2015
Action Step 8: Expansion of Community Supports (RFP to expand agencies qualified to provide housing, residential, employment/day medical, and behavioral supports) with outcome of 63 agencies qualified to provide employment/day supports, andAction Step 9: ...
DiscoverAbility NJ
September 08, 2015
~~“Within the past decade, considerable scholarly and applied research reports have described the barriers to employment and economic independence faced by people with disabilities. Despite many government efforts and research that provides ...
Adult Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Waiver Redesign Stakeholder Group
May 08, 2019
~“Adult Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Waiver Redesign Stakeholders provide guidance and advice to the Department on the development and implementation of a redesigned waiver to support adults with intellectual and developmental ...
New Jersey Money Follows the Person
September 08, 2015
Money Follows the Person (MFP) is a federal demonstration project that helps eligible individuals who have been residing in nursing homes and developmental centers for a minimum of 90 consecutive days move into a community-setting. The setting will offer ...
Arkansas Governor’s Developmental Disability Council Funding FAQs
July 28, 2015
~~“FAQsQ - What is the Governor's Council on Developmental Disabilities?A - The Council is a federally funded, self-governing organization charged with identifying the most pressing needs of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in ...
2018 Olmstead Report – Integrated Education/Employment
May 15, 2019
~~“The Division of Developmental Disabilities (DHHS-DD) is transitioning existing employment approaches to come into compliance with the Home and community Based Services (HCBS) Final Rule. The report summarizes progress and challenges in achieving ...
New Mexico Department of Health Action Steps
September 08, 2015
The New Mexico Department of Health will, "continue to utilize the New Mexico Employment Institute (NMEI) in areas of job development and technical assistance to train and assist providers.DDSD hopes to achieve the 38% FY13 target, through continued ...
Home and Community Based Services Provider Manual DRAFT
May 16, 2019
~~“Supported employment services may be provided in a variety of settings, particularly work sites. Supported employment services include the following:•Supervision and training that are not job-related•Intensive ongoing ...
About the Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
May 20, 2019
~~“The Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (DIDD) is the state agency responsible for administering services and support to Tennesseans with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This is done in several ways, including ...
Expect Employment Report to the Governor 2018
May 20, 2019
~~“This fifth annual report to the governor continues to document the task force’s progress as identified in the five goals outlined in the strategic plan. Furthermore, this report continues to highlight the people behind the numbers who ...
Medicaid Balancing Incentives Program
May 20, 2019
~~“Federal law established the Balancing Incentive Program (BIP) which increases the Federal Medical Assistance Percentage to participating states through September 2015 in exchange for states making certain structural reforms to increase access to ...
Governor’s Executive Order Number 136 “Establishing the New York Employment First Initiative to Increase Employment of New Yorkers with Disabilities”
September 08, 2015
…”NOW, THEREFORE, I, ANDREW M. CUOMO, Governor of the State of New York, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the State of New York, do hereby order as follows: … B. Employment First Commission1. ...
New York State Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD), The Road to. Reform: Putting People First, April 2013
September 08, 2015
Road to Reform Report: April 2013 report from New York State Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) that delineates specific policies regarding policies and goals for improving employment outcomes, under a transformation agreement with CMS, ...
NY OPWDD Statewide Comprehensive Plan (2012-2016)
September 08, 2015
October 2010 report indicating that “OPWDD is promoting Employment First as a preferred outcome for all people with developmental disabilities.OPWDD continues its efforts to greatly expand the number of people with developmental disabilities who are ...
Annual Maryland Transition Conference 2019
September 30, 2019
~~“Help us celebrate the partnerships between public vocational rehabilitation, community organizations, and the Maryland workforce partners that create successful outcomes for Marylanders with disabilities who want to work.Mark your calendars for ...
Mississippi ABLE
September 30, 2019
~~“What is an ABLE account?ABLE accounts are savings accounts for individuals with disabilities which will not affect their public benefits. These accounts can be used for daily transactions and/or long-term savings. Income earned in the ...
NY Partnerships in Employment - University of Rochester
September 09, 2015
~~“A State and Regional Consortia will be created to engage in systems change efforts that contribute to the following 1) developing policies that support competitive employment integrated settings as the first and desired outcome for youth and young ...
Employment Data Collection Frequently Asked Questions
October 03, 2019
~~“The TN SPDC Tool serves as an easy way for providers to deliver data to their program director.Data is collected for all individuals receiving DIDD residential, day, and/or employment services regardless of their employment status. However if a ...
Tennessee DIDD Annual Report 2018
October 03, 2019
~~“The Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (DIDD) is the state department responsible for administration and oversight of community-based services for Tennesseans with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The department ...
State of Rhode Island Employment First
September 09, 2015
“Changing Lives through Integrated Employment ...Employment First promotes community-based, integrated employment as the first option for employment services for individuals with disabilities. Conversations about Employment First are taking place in ...
14c (Subminimum Wages) Rhode Island Settlement
September 09, 2015
“The Justice Department announced… that it has entered into a statewide settlement agreement that will resolve violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) for approximately 3,250 Rhode Islanders with intellectual and developmental ...
SB-81: Developmental services
May 04, 2020
“(1) Existing law, the Lanterman Developmental Disabilities Services Act, requires the State Department of Developmental Services to contract with regional centers to provide services and supports to individuals with developmental disabilities and their ...
NC Employment First Website
September 09, 2015
This document outlines the services offered by the NC Department of Health and Human Services, including employment plans, employment counselors, School-to-Life services, rehabilitation engineering and benefits counseling.NC DHHS Employment First philosophy ...
An Order Transferring the Tennessee Early Intervention System from the Department of Education to the Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
May 06, 2020
“WHEREAS, the Tennessee Early Intervention System (hereinafter "TEIS") is a voluntary educational program for infants and toddlers with disabilities and their families that is designed to support, facilitate, and encourage the child's ...
Department of Developmental Services
May 06, 2020
“The Department of Developmental Services provides supports for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities including Autism Spectrum Disorder to enhance opportunities to become fully engaged members of their community….The ...
NC Employment First Steering Committee
September 09, 2015
The NC Employment First Steering Committee “is a statewide workgroup that formed in 2011 with more than 30 members currently representing various disability groups- Mental Illness, Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, Substance ...
Maryland Transition Resource Guide
May 06, 2020
“This guide provides tips and resources to help plan for adulthood and life after high school. Get ready to consider choices, explore options, and take action to prepare for your future.“
DC Department on Disability Services (DDS): Services
July 29, 2020
“About UsThe Department on Disability Services (DDS) is composed of two Administrations that oversee and coordinate services for residents with disabilities through a network of private and non-profit providers: Developmental Disabilities Administration ...
CT Department of Developmental Services (DDS) Advocates' Corner Employment Services
July 29, 2020
“About UsThe Department of Developmental Services (DDS) Advocates' Corner provides information and resources to Connecticut Citizens with intellectual disabilities, their families and professionals. This website focuses on, self advocacy, ...
Governor's Council on Disabilities & Special Education (GCDSE): Annual Update Oct 2018 - Sept 2019: Creating change that improves the lives of Alaskans with disabilities
July 29, 2020
“Alaskans share a vision of a flexible system in which each person directs their own supports, based on their strengths and abilities, toward a meaningful life in their home, their job and their community. Our vision includes supported families, ...
Developmental Disabilities Services State Fiscal Year 2019 Annual Report
July 31, 2020
“The Vermont Developmental Disabilities Services Division is pleased to share the Annual Report on Developmental Disabilities Services (DDS) for State Fiscal Year 2019. We encourage people who receive services, family members, agency partners, ...
1915(c) Waiver Changes to Employment and Day Services
August 01, 2020
“Training Outline:1. Why and how waiver changes were developed (slides 4-7)2. Overview of waiver changes• New services (slides 8-45)➢Summary and detailed requirements➢ Justifications (IOGs)• Other notable changes (slides 46-51)3. Overview ...
DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES OREGON ADMINISTRATIVE RULES
August 01, 2020
“The purposes of the rules in OAR chapter 411, division 345 are to:(1) Effectuate Oregon’s Employment First policy, as described in the State of Oregon Executive Order No. 15-01 and OAR chapter 407, division 025, under which:(a) The employment of ...
Adult Services Autism Commission
August 18, 2020
“Adult services for autism and disabilities focus on resources that impact all facets of adult life including employment, housing, community life and post-secondary education.”This page contains quick links to a range of services to support adults ...
Medicaid Managed Care Policy Paper North Carolina’s Design for State-Funded Services Under Behavioral Health and Intellectual/Developmental Disability Tailored Plans
August 19, 2020
“This policy paper details the Department’s vision for the delivery of State-funded behavioral health, iintellectual and developmental disability (I/DD), and traumatic brain injury (TBI) services I/DD, as well as the continuation of critical ...
Updated Guidance: Adult Day Services
August 19, 2020
“As Ohio’s economy continues to reopen, Ohioans with developmental disabilities are looking to safely return to the places, jobs, and activities they love. It is imperative that people can engage in the activities they choose, with the services ...
Employment First
August 19, 2020
“As part of the Employment First Initiative, OOD [Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities] and the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) have established an interagency agreement to expand Supported Employment services for working-age ...
Arkansas Governor’s Developmental Disabilities Council's "Funded Projects"
July 28, 2015
~~“The Council is supporting a variety of projects in the 2017-2018 grant period to benefit Arkansans with I/DD and their families. These projects are taking place across the state, with programs in every Congressional District..
North Carolina Association of Rehabilitation Facilities (NCARF)
September 09, 2015
“NCARF is a professional organization dedicated to assisting its member organizations in the provision of services to individuals with disabilities. NCARF is composed of members representing North Carolina's community rehabilitation ...
Arkansas Employment First Task Force Training Recommendations
July 28, 2015
The Final Report of the Employment First Task Force included a number of recommendations related to training, including:Recommendation 1: Provide training on disability employment to State agency and provider agency staff.State agencies should offer three ...
Managed Care in North Carolina - Piedmont Behavioral Health Care
September 09, 2015
“Under the CCNC program, North Carolina contracts with 14 community networks, which are each paid a per member per month fee to coordinate patient care. Networks are paid a higher fee to coordinate the needs of aged, blind, and disabled beneficiaries. ...
North Dakota Senate Bill No. 2271
September 09, 2015
Legislation signed into law in April 2013, establishing a Committee on Employment of People with Disabilities, for furthering the goal of employment as the first option for people with disabilities.
North Dakota Developmental Disabilities Policy Manual
September 09, 2015
~~“The purpose of this manual is to establish policies and procedures for implementing the provisions of Federal and State Regulating Authority for Developmental Disabilities Services in the State of North Dakota. Developmental Disabilities ...
North Dakota Protection & Advocacy Project
September 09, 2015
As encouraged by federal funding sources, and following input activities by people with disabilities, family members and the public, each year P&A chooses some of the most important issues affecting people with disabilities and makes them priorities. ...
ND State Rehabilitation Council
September 09, 2015
“The purpose of the North Dakota State Rehabilitation Council is to advise the Director of North Dakota Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) on issues concerning policy and program, delivery of services, and methods for reaching potential ...
South Dakota Dept of Human Services Employment First Philosophy
September 09, 2015
“The S.D. Department of Human Services Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) is engaged in bringing integrated employment supports for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities into greater focus. Through funds granted by the ...
Governor Creates Task Force on Employing People with Disabilities
September 09, 2015
“Led by the state Department of Human Services, the task force will bring the private and public sectors together to ensure people with disabilities are a vital part of South Dakota’s workforce. The task force will offer a broad spectrum of ...
South Dakota Employment First Works Task Force: Recommendations
September 09, 2015
“Governor Daugaard announced his Employment Works Initiative in the spring of 2013, and a task force was created in July 2013 to help guide his efforts. Assembling a broad spectrum of interests was considered integral to the success of the South Dakota ...
South Dakota Disability Awareness Month
September 09, 2015
“Gov. Dennis Daugaard has proclaimed October as Disability Employment Awareness Month in South Dakota, carrying the national theme “‘Because We Are Equal to the Task.’” “The state Department of Human Services (DHS) joins a ...
Ohio Employment First Executive Order
September 10, 2015
~~“Governor John Kasich officially launched Ohio’s Employment First Initiative when he signed Executive Order 2012-05K on March 19, 2012. The Executive Order established statewide collaboration and coordination by creating the Employment First ...
Ohio's Path to Employment First
September 10, 2015
“Successful implementation of Employment First requires a multi-pronged approach and a long-term commitment to systems change…. A comprehensive approach must focus on key strategies; all designed to work synergistically to impact a service ...
Ohio Employment First Administrative Rule
September 10, 2015
The Administrative Rules assert that, “Community Employment is competitive employment that takes place in an integrated setting;Every individual of working age will have a person-centered planning process to identify their desired employment outcome and ...
Ohio Transition Planning Requirements in IEPs
September 10, 2015
“Transition assessment affords the opportunity for professionals from across agencies to co-plan and review information that will highlight the youth's preferences, interests, needs and skills relevant to building a profile of the youth as a future ...
Ohio - “New Requirements for Secondary Transition Services for Students with Disabilities: Frequently Asked Questions”
September 10, 2015
The New Requirements state that IEPs must start at age 14, update annually and contain,“Appropriate measurable post-secondary goals based upon age-appropriate transition assessments related to training, education and independent living skills; ...
Ohio DD System Requirements
September 10, 2015
“In order to make community employment the expected and preferred outcome for people with developmental disabilities, the Ohio DD system is required to align policies, procedures, eligibility, enrollment, and planning for services across state ...
Employment First Administrative Rule (5123: 2-2-05)
September 10, 2015
“The purpose of this rule is to implement the employment first policy in accordance with section 5123.022 of the Revised Code… This rule applies to county boards of developmental disabilities and providers responsible for planning, coordinating, ...
Ohio Employment First Taskforce Common Principles
September 10, 2015
“The Ohio Employment First Taskforce agencies agree that community employment should be the first option for all working age adults and transition-age youth with developmental disabilities. Employment First is a philosophy of service that presumes that ...
South Dakota's Disability Employment Initiative (DEI)
September 10, 2015
The SDDEI's goal is to improve educational, training and employment opportunities and outcomes for youth with disabilities as a means to economic self-sufficiency. The project has a comprehensive model for improving employment outcomes of youth with ...
SD Advocacy Services
September 10, 2015
~~“What We DoDRSD assists South Dakotans who have a disability and have concerns about their legal rights. DRSD accomplishes this through information and referral, individual advocacy, alternative dispute resolution, and administrative or legal ...
Ohio Disability Employment Initiative
September 10, 2015
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) is a three-year federal grant-funded program that improves education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for people with disabilities who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving ...
Ohio Employment First Provider Support Trainings
September 10, 2015
Professional development activities are available to providers by the Ohio Employment First Initiative. Trainings include, but are not limited to Mobile Technology as Employment Supports; Task Analysis for Job Coaches; The Role of the Occupational ...
South Dakota SELN
September 10, 2015
“The state Department of Human Services (DHS) recently became a member of the State Employment Leadership Network (SELN), connecting South Dakota with developmental disability agencies across the country that are devoted to improving employment outcomes ...
South Dakota's Disability Employment Initiative (DEI)
September 10, 2015
The SDDEI's goal is to improve educational, training and employment opportunities and outcomes for youth with disabilities as a means to economic self-sufficiency. The project has a comprehensive model for improving employment outcomes of youth with ...
AK Governor’s Council on Disabilities and Special Education
July 29, 2015
Alaska' unique geographical area with a relatively small population requires a management system tailored to meet the needs of Alaskans. The Governor's Council on Disabilities & Special Education was created to meet Alaska's diverse needs. The ...
Governor’s Executive Order Order Establishing The Tennessee Employment First I
September 10, 2015
“NOW, THEREFORE, I, Bill Haslam, Governor of the State of Tennessee… do hereby order and direct the following:1. State agencies coordinate efforts to increase opportunities for integrated and competitive employment for Tennesseans with ...
Ohio Self Empowered Life Funding (SELF) Handbook
September 10, 2015
~~“A waiver is a Medicaid program that can pay for the services a person withdevelopmental disabilities needs. A waiver is one way to pay for services. Servicescan be things like help cooking food or doing laundry, help getting around, or helpfinding a ...
OK Developmental Disabilities Services Employment Policy 317:40-7-1
September 10, 2015
The policy states that, “The optimum goal [for employment services] is full-time employment at prevailing wage in business or industry at an occupation of the service recipient's choice with natural supports.…. There may be instances ...
Oklahoma Olmstead Strategic Plan
September 10, 2015
“The Plan includes information about recent developments made by the state of Oklahoma. These developments include legislation to improve certain aspects of service delivery and policies. The developments demonstrate progress in establishing the ...
Oklahoma Community Integrated Employment (CIE)
September 10, 2015
“Community Integrated Employment (CIE) is a service program that provides placement, job training and short-term or long-term supports to assist service recipients in achieving and maintaining employment within the community. Services are ...
Tennessee Employment First
September 10, 2015
~~“Employment First, means that employment in the general workforce should be the first and preferred option for individuals with disabilities receiving assistance from publicly funded systems. Simply put, Employment First means real jobs, real ...
Expect Employment: TN Employment First Taskforce Report 2014
September 10, 2015
“The Employment First Task Force concluded its first year on August 1, 2014, with the following recommendations:1. Develop a Memorandum of Understanding among state agencies to facilitate coordination among programs and produce successful outcomes for ...
Tennessee Employment Consortium
September 10, 2015
“The Tennessee Employment Consortium (TEC) is a statewide organization focused on increasing the number of Tennesseans in integrated employment. The consortium comprises volunteers from the state's Division of Mental Retardation Services (DMRS) and ...
Tennessee Inclusive Higher Education Alliance
September 10, 2015
~~“The Tennessee Inclusive Higher Education Alliance was formed in May 2007 to increase awareness about the need for postsecondary opportunities in Tennessee, to gather information about postsecondary programs in other states, and to develop a pilot ...
The ARC Tennessee
September 10, 2015
~~“ The Arc Tennessee is a grassroots, non-profit, statewide advocacy organization for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. Founded in 1952, The Arc Tennessee is affiliated with The Arc United States and works ...
Tennessee Works
September 10, 2015
“We’re transforming the employment landscape for young people with intellectual and developmental disabilities across the state. Meaningful work. Real pay. Opportunities for every Tennessean with a disability.” “Our partnership is focused on helping: ...
AIDD Partnerships in Employment
September 10, 2015
TennesseeWorks Partnership: Changing the Employment Landscape“The Vanderbilt Kennedy University Center for Excellence in DevelopmentalDisabilities and 28 agencies and organizations will develop a vibrant collaborativeacross the state to increase the ...
AK DHHS Tools for Transitioning to Employment - Powerpoint
July 30, 2015
This tool details information on helping youth transition from school settings into community employment. It also has detailed information about Employment First, including basic Employment First concepts, the benefits of Employment First, and how to ...
Texas Department of Aging and Disabilities (DADs) Guide to Employment for People with Disabilities
September 11, 2015
“The purpose of this guide is to provide information on how to support and assist working-age people with disabilities who are receiving DADS services to obtain and maintain competitive, integrated employment. Through this guide, DADS intends to provide ...
Texas Employment First Policy and Texas Employment First Task Force Report - Fall 2014
September 11, 2015
“Senate Bill 1226 (S.B. 1226), 83rd Legislature, Regular Session, 2013, promotes employment for individuals with disabilities by establishing an Employment First policy for the state of Texas and also creating an Employment First Task Force (the Task ...
Texas Employment First Task Force Home Page
September 11, 2015
“The Employment First Task Force, authorized by Senate Bill 1226 (83rd Legislature, Regular Session, 2013), was established by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission executive commissioner to promote competitive employment of people with ...
“Texas Transition and Employment Guide”
September 11, 2015
~~“This transition and employment guide is for students in Texas public school, who may have received special education services due to a disability. It also provides helpful information for their parents and has steps that they can take to find the ...
Texas Dept of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services and Dept of Aging and Disability Services MOA
September 11, 2015
Recognizing the need to coordinate the provision of services to individuals receiving services from the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS) who may be eligible for or are receiving Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) or Independent Living (IL) ...
Employment First Task Force Home Page
September 11, 2015
“The Employment First Task Force, authorized by Senate Bill 1226 (83rd Legislature, Regular Session, 2013), was established by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission executive commissioner to promote competitive employment of people with ...
Texas Money Follows The Person
September 11, 2015
~~“Texas was among the first 30 states chosen to participate in the Money Follows the Person Demonstration (MFPD) in 2007. As of June 2016, 43 states participate in this federal demonstration designed to help older adults or persons who have ...
Utah House of Representatives Bill (H.B 240)
September 11, 2015
“This bill: requires the Department of Workforce Services, the Utah State Office of Rehabilitation, and the Division of Services for People with Disabilities to, when providing services to a person with a disability, give priority to providing services ...
Utah Executive Order (Model Employer for People with Disabilities)
September 11, 2015
Governor Jon M. Huntsman Jr., declares that, “Utah state government will strive to become the model employer of qualified people with disabilities…”“Some programmatic components [of the executive order] include, a promotional outreach ...
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Utah 2011 Supported Work Independence (HB 45)
September 11, 2015
“This bill makes the pilot program for provision of supported employment services, contained in the Services to People With Disabilities Chapter of the Utah Human Services Code, into an ongoing program. The program is designed to assist individuals with ...
Utah “Employment First Strategic Plan”
September 11, 2015
“Our Mission: to ensure services offered by DSPD emphasize, promote, and support competitive, integrated and community-based employment for people with disabilities.” The “Strategic Issues” include, stakeholder education, financing and ...
Utah Division of Services for People with Disabilities Annual Report (2015)
September 11, 2015
“Supported Employment helps adults with disabilities obtain, maintain, and advance in competitive employment in integrated work settings paying minimum wage or more. These services are provided individually or in groups, with a job coach or co-worker ...
MA DDS Employment First Initiative - Progress Report
September 11, 2015
“For the operation of a pilot program to support individuals with disabilities transitioning from employment services offered at sheltered workshops to community-based employment or day support program services as part of the commonwealth's ...
MA DDS Employment First Policy
September 11, 2015
“This policy, known as the ‘Employment First’ policy, establishes that for working age adults served by the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, integrated, individual employment is the preferred service option and optimal ...
Utah Employment First Partnership
September 11, 2015
The Utah Employment First Partnership is a commitment among the Utah Department of Work Force Services (DWS), the Division of Services for People with Disabilities (DSPD), and the Utah State Office of Rehabilitation (USOR) to improve state government services ...
MO Division of Developmental Disabilities - Employment First
September 11, 2015
~~“The Missouri Division of Developmental Disabilities along with our partners, including the individuals we support, community provider agencies, other state and local funding agencies are committed to enhancing community employmentoptions for persons ...
MA Blueprint for Success: Partnerships
September 11, 2015
"In July 2013, the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) Commissioner Elin Howe appointed a group of disability providers, advocates and DDS leaders to examine day and employment support programs for adults with intellectual disabilities (ID). The ...
MO HealthNet Eligibility
September 11, 2015
“In response to concerns raised by Pilot Communities, the Division of DD and the Family Support Division within Social Services developed a new protocol allowing the Medicaid application to be submitted up to 90 days prior to a student’s ...
Show Me Careers: Missouri's Transition-to-Employment Collaborative
September 11, 2015
“The Show-Me-Careers project targets youth ages 16-30 with I/DD who are transitioning from secondary or post-secondary educational settings to community employment. Show-Me-Careers is funded by the Administration on Intellectual and Developmental ...
Arizona Developmental Disabilities Planning Council (ADDPC)
July 30, 2015
~~“A staff of six assists the all-volunteer Arizona Developmental Disabilities Planning Council, which is made up of individuals with disabilities, family members, professional stakeholders and state agency representatives appointed by the Governor of ...
Utah Division of Services for People with Disabilities Customized Employment Initiative
September 11, 2015
“The Utah Division of Services for People with Disabilities & Griffin-Hammis Associates is sponsoring a six-session year-long training series resulting in an optional National Certification in Community Employment Services through the Association of ...
The Lanterman Developmental Disabilities Services Act (AB 1041)
July 31, 2015
“The Lanterman Developmental Disabilities Services Act authorizes the State Department of Developmental Services to contract with regional centers to provide support and services to individuals with developmental disabilities.” “This ...
MO Ticket to Work
September 11, 2015
The Ticket to Work and Work Incentive Act of 1999 established an employment program for people who want to go to work that receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. The program was designed ...
MO Partnerships in Employment - "Show Me Careers"
September 11, 2015
Show Me Careers: This project will address the needs of youth and young adults ages 16 to 30 with developmental and intellectual disabilities (DD/ID) who are in the process of transitioning from secondary or post-secondary education settings to community ...
Vermont State System of Care Plan for Developmental Disabilities Services, FY 2018-2020
September 11, 2015
“The Plan is intended to help people with developmental disabilities, their families, advocates, service providers and policy makers understand how resources for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families are managed. It lays out ...
Maryland Executive Order 01.01.2007.13
September 11, 2015
"It is the policy of the State of Maryland to ensure a smooth and effective transition for all students with disabilities from secondary education to adult services such as postsecondary education and employment; and to provide transition planning for ...
NE Project SEARCH
September 11, 2015
“Project SEARCH helps students with disabilities learn vocational and competitive skills to help them enter the workplace and to become more independent in the work environment. Nebraska VR will expand Project SEARCH and its services for students ...
WA County Services for Working Age Adults Policy 4.11
September 11, 2015
“This policy establishes employment supports as the first use of employment and day program funds for working age adults and ensures that after nine months of employment services the person may choose Community Access. The policy establishes guidelines ...
Blueprint for Reform for Individuals with Disabilities
July 31, 2015
“The California Department of Rehabilitation (DOR), California Department of Education (CDE), and California Department of Developmental Services (DDS) have entered into a new agreement consistent with the State's ‘Employment First’ ...
WA State Governor’s Executive Order 13-02 - Employment of people with disabilities
September 11, 2015
Executive Order 13-02 includes several directives including a Disability Employment Challenge that establishes a goal of five percent of Washington state government’s workforce being comprised of persons living with a disability. A Disability Employment ...
WA Department of Human Resources Supported Employment Program
September 11, 2015
“The Supported Employment in State Government (SESG) Program, RCW 41.04 was adopted by the Legislature in 1999 and provides paid competitive employment opportunities for individuals with developmental and other significant disabilities in integrated ...
WA Jobs by 21 Partnership Project
September 11, 2015
“In 2007 the Washington state legislature developed the Jobs by 21 Partnership Project to identify and demonstrate best practices in sustainable partnerships among Washington’s school and adult service systems in increasing employment of young ...
WA Jobs by 21 Partnership Project
September 11, 2015
“In 2007 the Washington state legislature developed the Jobs by 21 Partnership Project to identify and demonstrate best practices in sustainable partnerships among Washington’s school and adult service systems in increasing employment of ...
MD Department of Disabilities Employment First
September 12, 2015
In November of 2014, MDOD was designated the Lead State Agency for a technical assistance opportunity through the US Department of Labor Office on Disability Employment Policy (ODEP). The Employment First Core State Leadership Mentoring Program will provide ...
MD Developmental Disabilities Administration Position Statement on Employment Services
September 12, 2015
"In 2008, the Developmental Disabilities Administration’s (DDA) engaged stakeholders in an intensive strategic planning process, including planning to improve employment outcomes for people with developmental disabilities in Maryland. The following ...
Employment First in Maryland
September 12, 2015
In 2008/2009, the Developmental Disabilities Administration’s (DDA) engaged stakeholders in an intensive strategic planning process, including planning to improve employment outcomes for people with developmental disabilities in Maryland. The ...
MD Governor’s Interagency Transition Council (IATC)
September 12, 2015
~~The Interagency Transition Council for Youth with Disabilities (IATC) is a partnership of State and local government agencies, educators, family members and advocates. The IATC's purpose is to help improve the policies and practices that affect Maryland ...
Maryland Governor’s Transitioning Youth Initiative (GTYI)
September 12, 2015
~~“Transitioning Youth comprise a special category of eligibility and priority for services. Through the Governor's Transitioning Youth Initiative the DDA, in collaboration with the Division of Rehabilitative Services (DORS), has been able to fund ...
California Limited Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP)
July 31, 2015
~“The Limited Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP) is designed to help persons with disabilities get jobs in the California state civil service. LEAP is an alternative to the traditional testing process, allowing applicants to demonstrate ...
Maryland Center for Developmental Disabilities
September 12, 2015
~~“The Maryland Center for Developmental Disabilities is one of a national network of University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities funded by the Administration on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.Our mission is to provide ...
Annual Maryland Transition Conference
September 12, 2015
Sponsored by the Governor's Interagency Transition Council, for Youth with Disabilities. Topics Include:EmploymentPostsecondary EducationAdult Service LinkagesAccommodations & SupportsYouth Development & LeadershipHousing
Maryland Disability WorkFORCE Information Exchange
September 12, 2015
A statewide resource center providing • Best Practices for Employment and Individuals with Disabilities • Classroom Training • Informational Website • Follow-up Support • ...
United States vs. Baltimore County, MD
September 12, 2015
The decree requires the County to adopt new policies and procedures regarding the administration of medical examinations and inquiries and provide training on the ADA to all current supervisory employees and all employees who participate in making ...
DEI Grantee Abstracts (CA Round 2)
July 31, 2015
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) is a three-year federal grant-funded program that improves education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for people who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving Social Security ...
CA Employment First Memorandum of Understanding
July 31, 2015
This project will use a multi-faceted approach to apply key elements from high performing states in integrated competitive employment and principles of Collaborative Leadership. A unified value, vision, and expectation for competitive integrated employment ...
WV Developmental Disabilities Council: 2014 Legislative Statements
September 12, 2015
EMPLOYMENT FIRST INITIATIVE:“The Council will support legislation that promotes valued, integrated employment with competitive wages as the first and preferred outcome for people with developmental disabilities. The Council asserts that employment ...
West Virginia Developmental Disabilities Council Five Year State Plan FFY 2017-2021
September 12, 2015
“The West Virginia Council coordinated activities during the Fall of 2015 and Spring of 2016 that encouraged people to provide their views on a wide range of issues affecting people with developmental disabilities and their families. Nearly six hundred ...
California Employment Consortium for Youth
July 31, 2015
“California Employment Consortium for Youth: California was awarded a federal 5-year employment systems change grant by The Administration on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities to increase the number of youth and young adults with intellectual ...
WV Student Transition to Employment Project
September 12, 2015
“The Student Transition to Employment (STEP) Project is designed to train special education teachers and aides to become vendors with the WV Division of Rehabilitation Services (WVDRS). Working in close partnership with the WVDRS School Counselor, ...
WV Customized Employment Grant
September 12, 2015
“This funding announcement is intended to provide support to agencies that can work with employers in meeting their needs by finding, maintaining and improving the employment status of individuals with disabilities in competitive employment in ...
Mississippi Executive Order 1335
September 13, 2015
“Whereas, my administration is committed to supporting policies under which agencies that provide services to persons with disabilities and/or provide employment, economic development, or other related services explore employment in an integrated ...
Mississippi Concurrent Resolution No. 563
September 13, 2015
“State agencies that provide services and support to persons with disabilities shall coordinate efforts and collaborate within and among such agencies to ensure that state programs, policies, procedures and funding support competitive employment in ...
Mississippi Council on Developmental Disabilities
September 13, 2015
Employment Objectives:• “Identify and promote at least one Best Practice Model for increasing community employment options for individuals with Developmental Disabilities.”• “Identify at least one barrier to increasing community ...
MS Partnerships in Employment
September 13, 2015
“Mississippi Partnerships in Employment (MSPE) will build capacity across existing state systems for sustainable systems change to improve outcomes for youth and young adults with DD/ID seeking competitive employment in integrated settings. The ...
Minnesota Employment First Policy
September 13, 2015
The Employment First Policy envisions a future where all people with disabilities can achieve competitive, integrated employment. Competitive employment means:· Full-time, part-time, or ...
Minnesota’s Olmstead Plan
September 13, 2015
“In January 2013, Governor Mark Dayton issued an Executive Order establishing a Sub-Cabinet to develop and implement a comprehensive plan supporting freedom of choice and opportunity for people with disabilities…The Sub-Cabinet evaluates ...
Minnesota DEI Grant Abstract (Round 5)
September 14, 2015
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) is a three-year federal grant-funded program that improves education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for people with disabilities who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving ...
Oregon Senate Bill 22 - Employment First
September 14, 2015
The bill details the rights of persons with developmental disabilities who are receiving developmental disability services. It proclaims that “individuals with intellectual and other developmental disabilities and society as a whole benefit when ...
Oregon Executive Order 15-01 - Providing employment services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
September 14, 2015
Supersedes Executive Order 13-04 “This Executive Order revises and supersedes Executive Order 13-04 in order to provide further policy guidance intended to continue the state’s progress in these areas [providing supported employment services ...
Oregon Integrated Employment Services to Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
September 14, 2015
“Executive Order 15-01 which supersedes Executive Order 13-04 and outlines detailed strategies and requires the Oregon Department of Human Services (Department) to work with the Oregon Department of Education (ODE) to further improve Oregon’s ...
Oregon Employment First Policy of 2008 – Office of Developmental Disabilities Services Working Age Adult Policy
September 14, 2015
“In order to achieve the intent outlined in the framework of this policy, employment opportunities in fully integrated work settings shall be the first and priority option explored in the service planning for working age adults with developmental ...
Oregon Employment First – Comprehensive Services Developmental Disabilities Program
September 14, 2015
“Oregon has been successful in developing community-based care and discouraging institutionalization of seniors and the disabled because of their exceptional case management system. Through the case management program, consumers get information and ...
Oregon ReBAR Employment Rate Model, Day Support Activities Agency Rate Matrix, Interim Tier Assignments and Reviews
September 14, 2015
"This transmittal is to communicate that effective September 1, 2014, the department will implement a new employment rate model. The ReBAR Employment Rate Model applies to all agency providers who provide employment services under the Office of ...
Oregon Department of Human Services Integrated Employment Plan Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (revised 1/31/15)
September 14, 2015
"This Order recognizes the strategic importance of improving the work and economic opportunities of all Oregonians including those with Intellectual and other Developmental Disabilities (I/DD). More specifically, the Order sets forth strategies to be ...
Oregon Memorandum of Understanding on Transition of Students with Disabilities to the Workforce
September 14, 2015
“Together with Executive Order No.15-01, this Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) recognizes that, while the State cannot guarantee jobs, Oregon starts with the presumption that everyone can be employed in an integrated setting in a community-based ...
Ticket to Work Medicaid Infrastructure Grant - Integrated Employment Plan (revised 7/2015)
September 14, 2015
“(2010-2011) During this time period VR used resources within its Medicaid Infrastructure Grants (MIG) Competitive Employment Project (CEP) and other available resources to support of a variety of Employment First related activities including:Co-funding ...
Maine DHHS "Employment Policy for Individuals Served"
September 14, 2015
This is a Maine Department of Health and Human Services Employment Policy indicating that all individuals are “presumed able and have the opportunity to work.” The Department “shall support career development and meaningful employment for ...
Maine HCBS Transition Plan
September 14, 2015
This Transition Plan is required by the federal government as part of new Medicaid regulations. It tells the federal government how Maine will meet the new Medicaid rules. All states must follow the federal rules for the Medicaid program.Medicaid is a joint ...
Vermont Assistive Technology Program
September 14, 2015
“The Mission of the Vermont Assistive Technology Program is to increase awareness and knowledge, and to change policies and practices to ensure assistive technology is available through all services to Vermonters with disabilities.""Our Vision ...
Vermont Supported Employment
September 14, 2015
o “The Vermont Supported Employment Program provides a full range of services which enable people with disabilities to access and succeed in competitive employment. The program goal is to provide full access to employment through the provision of ...
Vermont Assistive Technology Program
September 14, 2015
~~“The Vermont Assistive Technology Program (VATP) is Vermont’s federal AT Act Program. The AT Act programs operate under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services: Administration for Community Living.The AT Act Programs help individuals of ...
The Virginians with Disabilities Act ( 51.5-1) of 1989
September 14, 2015
“ It is the policy of the Commonwealth to encourage and enable persons with disabilities to participate fully and equally in the social and economic life of the Commonwealth and to engage in remunerative employment. To these ends, the General Assembly ...
Virginia 2012 House Joint Resolution No. 23
September 14, 2015
“WHEREAS, implementation of an Employment First initiative in Virginia will lead to increased employment opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, resulting in benefits for individuals, families, employers, and ...
Virginia - A Plan for Advancing Community Focused Services in Virginia.
September 14, 2015
An overall strategic plan with 12 foci that includes an outline that addresses the need for, objectives in, and priorities for creating employment opportunities for individuals with mental health or substance use disorders and those with developmental ...
Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services Employment First Strategic Plan
September 14, 2015
“This document outlines the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services’ (DBHDS or ‘the department’) Strategic Plan for Employment First. The strategic plan was formulated in response to efforts in recent years to build ...
Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services State Board Policy 1036
September 14, 2015
“It is the policy of the Board that in the development and implementation of policies and procedures and the delivery of services, the Department and CSBs shall ensure that community-based individual supported employment in integrated work settings is ...
Virginia Dept of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services Employment First Policy Statement
September 14, 2015
“It is the policy of the Board that in the development and implementation of policies and procedures and the delivery of services, the Department and CSB shall ensure that community-based individual supported employment in integrated work settings is ...
Virginia DBHDS: Strategic Plan for Employment First
September 14, 2015
To facilitate interagency collaboration the Strategic Plan for Employment First establishes an Employment First Summit Meeting, which will gather leadership from various department committed to upholding Employment First principles, and orders for the ...
Training Guidelines for Direct Service Providers: Comprehensive and Support services
August 05, 2015
“A small work group consisting of DDS staff and representative(s) from the Colorado Association of Community Centered Boards (CACCB), Community Centered Boards (CCBs), program approved service agencies (PASA) and advocacy was formed to review current ...
Pennsylvania Senate Bill 271
September 14, 2015
“An Act relating to the delivery of services and programs to persons with disabilities; conferring powers and duties on the Office of the Governor; establishing the Office for People with Disabilities and Advisory Committee for People with Disabilities; ...
Governor Announces: Pennsylvania Accepted as an Employment First State
September 14, 2015
“The Corbett administration announced that Pennsylvania has been selected to participate in the U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Disability Employment Policy's Employment First State Leadership Mentoring Program. Employment First is a ...
Pennsylvania OMR Policy on Employment (2005)
September 14, 2015
“Statement of Policy as per 55 Pa Code §6000.171 states that persons with [Mental Retardation] MR who are of legal working age should have access to employment and the training necessary to sustain employment.Access to employment applies regardless ...
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Mission
September 14, 2015
“The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services’s seven program offices administer services that provide care and support to Pennsylvania's most vulnerable citizens. The department's Office of Developmental Programs works with ...
Temple University Institute on Disabilities (College of Education)
September 14, 2015
“The Institute on Disabilities at Temple University is one of the sixty-seven University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities Education, Research and Service funded by the Administration on Developmental Disabilities, U.S. Department of ...
Pennsylvania AHEDD
September 14, 2015
“At AHEDD, we frequently collaborate with various organizations to carry out our mission. Our partners consist of organizations and individuals that can help with: agency funding; referrals of program participants; training for our staff; guidance for ...
Virginia Consent Decree allowing for more waivers and less training Centers
September 14, 2015
“Under the proposed settlement, Virginia has agreed to provide 4170 additional waiver slots, divided among current Training Center residents, disabled people in various segregated facilities other than the Training Centers, and people on the waiting ...
Employment First Maine Coalition
September 14, 2015
Employment First Maine (EFM) is a broad based coalition of individuals with disabilities, families, advocates, providers and state agency representatives committed to improving and enhancing employment outcomes for Maine citizens with disabilities, including ...
Maine’s Ticket To Work program
September 14, 2015
“Since 2003, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has mailed Tickets in Maine to eligible beneficiaries. SSA disability beneficiaries who receive a Ticket may use it to obtain the services they need from an Employment Network (EN) of their ...
Maine Developmental Disabilities Council
September 14, 2015
“The Maine Developmental Disabilities Council (MDDC) is a partnership of people with disabilities, their families, and agencies which identifies barriers to community inclusion, self determination, and independence. The Council acts to effect positive ...
Maine Promoting the Readiness of Minors in Supplemental Security Income (PROMISE) Program
September 14, 2015
“PROMISE is a joint initiative of the US Department of Education, Social Security Administration, US Department of Health and Human Services and US Department of Labor. Under PROMISE, states will be funded to develop and implement model demonstration ...
Maine Disability Employment Initiative (DEI)
September 14, 2015
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) is a three-year federal grant program that improves education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for youth and adults with disabilities who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving ...
Access Maine Transition Planning Tool-kit
September 14, 2015
“This guide will serve as an introduction to the world of “Adult Services” and will hopefully answer these questions and more. Our goal is to provide you with information that will address some of your concerns about what it will be like for ...
Wisconsin Employment First Initiative
September 14, 2015
Employment First is, “a national movement that is helping states improve their economies by supporting businesses to find talent and meet their needs by hiring people with disabilities. The intentional creation of policies and practices that result in a ...
Maine Department of Health and Human Services' Staff Education and Training Unit
September 14, 2015
The Maine Department of Health and Human Services’ Staff Education and Training Unit offers a variety of in-person and online trainings for staff working with persons with disabilities.
Maine College of Direct Support - Work Supports Certificate
September 14, 2015
“Completion of the Maine College of Direct Support (ME CDS) is required for Direct Support Professionals supporting Maine citizens with intellectual disabilities and replaces the Direct Support Professional (DSP) Curriculum as meeting the training ...
Maine CareerCenter Staff Guide to Disability Work Incentives
September 14, 2015
“This resource guide is for CareerCenter staff and individuals who request information on Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Work Incentives Planning and Assistance in order to prepare job seekers for ...
Wyoming Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities
September 14, 2015
Wyoming Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities Our purpose is to assure that individuals with developmental disabilities and their families participate in the design of and have access to needed community services, individualized supports ...
Michigan Mental Health and Wellness Commission 2013 Report
September 15, 2015
The report includes findings and recommendations targeted at improving both the lives of and the outcomes for individuals and families living with mental illnesses, developmental disabilities, and substance use disorders in Michigan. Recommendations ...
Connecticut Youth Leadership Project, Inc.
August 10, 2015
“The Connecticut Youth Leadership Program (CTYLP) provides youth and young adults with disabilities with opportunities for self-discovery, the development of self-advocacy, decision making, and problem-solving skills to maximize their leadership ...
Michigan Department of Community Health 2015 Strategic Priorities
September 15, 2015
“The Michigan Department of Community Health will protect, preserve, and promote the health and safety of the people of Michigan with particular attention to providing for the needs of vulnerable and under-served populations.”
Michigan Employment First - Mission & Principles
September 15, 2015
On August 13, 2013, the Michigan Developmental Disabilities Council adopted a set of principles and a mission statement for the Employment First policy in Michigan. “Employment First in Michigan is a declaration of both philosophy and policy ...
Michigan Developmental Disabilities Council – 5 year state plan 2012-2016
September 15, 2015
SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT“With the help of a job coach, who guides and prompts the worker as needed, the worker develops the skills needed for more independent work. Supported employment services may include outreach, case management, assessment, job ...
Michigan "Better Off Working" - Disability Reform Work Group Strategic Plan
September 15, 2015
This report, developed by the Michigan Department of Human Services, Michigan Rehabilitation Services, Disability Determination Service, the Disability Network, and Michigan Employers, details goals to further the inclusive employment of individuals with ...
Michigan Developmental Disabilities Council Five Year State Plan 2012-2016
September 15, 2015
Interagency Efforts around Supportive EmploymentPeer Mentor Pilot- “This pilot has involved the training of 22 individuals with DD to help others with DD to reach their life goals and increase their community involvement and self advocacy. The pilot has ...
Cal. Welfare and Institutions Code §§4868 et seq.
September 16, 2015
Establishes an Employment First Committee under the authority of the State Council on Developmental Disabilities. It pledges to “make services and supports available to enable persons with developmental disabilities to approximate the pattern of ...
Connecticut Connect-Ability
August 10, 2015
“Connect-Ability began in late 2005 with a federal grant to the State of Connecticut to identify and remove barriers to employment faced by people with disabilities. This five-year, multimillion dollar 'systems change grant' involved a detailed look at the ...
5123.022 OH State Policy Regarding Community Employment for Disabled
September 17, 2015
“It is hereby declared to be the policy of this state that employment services for individuals with developmental disabilities be directed at community employment. Every individual with a developmental disability is presumed capable of community ...
Connecticut Ticket to Work Program
August 10, 2015
~~“Ticket to Work is a Social Security Administration incentive program (https://www.ssa.gov/work/) to help people with disabilities find jobs if they want to go to work.WHAT IS THE TICKET TO WORK PROGRAM?Most Social Security and Supplemental Security ...
Virginia Governor’s Executive Order (Executive Order #55 (2012)) - 11/16/2012
February 17, 2016
“The last United States Census concluded that out of 3.6 million Virginia residents who were employed, 154,985 Virginians with disabilities were included in that total. These numbers indicate an under representation of people with disabilities among the ...
Arkansas Employment First Task Force Final Report
April 07, 2016
Recommendations for FY2012 from the Task Force:Develop online training modules on disability employment, to efficiently train large numbers of State and provider agency staff who work with individuals with disabilities. To be developed in-house by the ...
Executive Order 2014-16: Establishing the Governor’s Taskforce on Integrated Employment
April 08, 2016
"…By the authority vested in me as Governor by the Constitution and laws of the State of Nevada, I hereby direct and order:1. The Governor’s Taskforce on Integrated Employment (“Taskforce”) is ...
Integrated Employment Research Report
April 08, 2016
The Governor’s Taskforce on Integrated Employment is responsible for examining and evaluating current employment programs, resources, funding, available training, and employment opportunities for people with intellectual/developmental disabilities ...
"Customized Employment Project offers community members with disabilities hope"
April 08, 2016
The Customized Employment Project, a partnership between the Nevada Rehabilitation Division at the Department of Employment, Training, and Rehabilitation (DETR), Sierra Regional Center at Developmental Services, and the Nevada Center for ...
Emerging Practices from Vocational Rehabilitation
April 08, 2016
This summary document describes different initiatives and emerging practices in the state of Nevada that aim at improving employment outcomes for people with disabilities. The projects include CRAVE, Customized Employment, Voice, Career Development Academy, ...
Minnesota Employment First Policy
April 10, 2016
The State of Minnesota is committed that all Minnesotans including those with disabilities have a wide range of employment opportunities within the general workforce. The Minnesota Employment First Policy guides state agencies in their planning, decision ...
Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota - Work Incentives Connection
April 10, 2016
~~“Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota Work Incentives Connection provides specialized answers about the impact of work on government benefits. Armed with clear, accurate information about their options, people with disabilities can make informed and ...
Minnesota State Council on Disability
April 10, 2016
Established in 1973 by the state legislature, the Minnesota State Council on Disability (MSCOD) was created to advise the governor, state agencies, state legislature, and the public on disability issues. Our mission is to advocate for policies and programs in ...
AK Governor’s Council on Disabilities and Special Education
April 11, 2016
Alaska' unique geographical area with a relatively small population requires a management system tailored to meet the needs of Alaskans. The Governor's Council on Disabilities & Special Education was created to meet Alaska's diverse needs. The ...
Alaska Integrated Employment Initiative (AIDD PIE)
April 11, 2016
A consortium of partners consisting of the Governor’s Council on Disabilities and Special Education (lead entity), the Division of Senior and Disabilities Services (State I/DD agency), the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, the Department of ...
Alabama Project GATE
April 11, 2016
Alabama has piloted the Gaining Access To Employment project, a collaborative effort between the state’s Department of Mental Health/Developmental Disabilities (MH/DD) and its Department of Vocational Rehabilitation (VR). Through this project, known as ...
Alabama HCBS Transition Plan
April 11, 2016
Describes Alabama’s process for ensuring compliance with home and community-based setting requirements.
Tennessee HB 896/SB 429 (ABLE)
April 12, 2016
The purpose of this bill is to encourage and assist individuals and families in saving private funds for the purpose of supporting individuals with disabilities to maintain health, independence, and quality of life; and (2) To provide secure funding for ...
Tennessee Title Code 67
April 12, 2016
A job tax credit of five thousand dollars ($5,000) for each net new full-time employee job, and two thousand dollars ($2,000) for each net new part-time employee job, for a person with disabilities who is receiving state services directly related to such ...
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Combined State Plan (July 1, 2016 – June 30, 2020)
April 12, 2016
The State of Tennessee is submitting a Combined State Plan (CSP) in which the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development (TDLWD) is the authorized and signatory entity designated to receive funds under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act ...
Tennessee DIDD “Way2Work”
April 12, 2016
The state also solidified an agreement that addresses some components of WIOA, created more employment vignettes, and named the series of videos: Way2Work
Tennessee Selected to Participate in 2015 as Core State for Employment First State Leadership Mentoring Program (EFSLMP)
April 12, 2016
This [Tennessee’s selection as a Core State] clearly demonstrates the significant strides that Tennessee has made relative to the EFSLMP initiative and ODEP’s support for our State as we continue moving forward… EFSLMP works to advance ...
State Plan for the State Vocational Rehabilitation Services Program and State Plan Supplement for the State Supported Employment Services
April 12, 2016
This state plan for FY 2014 mentions interagency arrangements to provide supported employment and customized employment services for people with disabilities, addresses the need for official policy regarding transition aged youth, establishes come goals for ...
Department on Disability Services Employment First Policy
August 11, 2015
"The purpose of this policy is to establish Employment First as a priority and guiding philosophy for people with disabilities who receive services from the Department on Disability Services (‘DDS’ or ‘Agency’), consistent with ...
Tennessee Memorandum of Understanding between DIDD and VR
April 12, 2016
On December 14, a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Division of Rehabilitation Services, Vocational Rehabilitation Program and DIDD was finalized. In 2014, both agencies started discussing the option of creating an MOU through a Vision Quest ...
Memorandum of Understanding for School-to-Work Transition
April 12, 2016
Five state agencies have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to improve services and better prepare youth with disabilities to transition from school into integrated employment in the community. The MOU focuses on students age 14 years and over ...
Employment First Trainings
April 12, 2016
MG&A articles & presentations on Customized Employment and Discovery from the TDI&DD website.
“Section 511 Questions and Answers” South Dakota Department of Human Services (Subminimum wage)
April 12, 2016
Section 511 of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) added new requirements for employers who hold special wage certificates, commonly known as 14(c) certificates, under the FLSA (29 U.S.C. 214(c)). These new requirements must be satisfied ...
State Employment Work Plan
April 12, 2016
“South Dakota Employment First Alliance Vision: That all people with intellectual and developmental disabilities have the opportunity to explore individual, integrated employment options that suit them best. This includes education, experience, and ...
DC Department on Disability Services Employment First Implementation
August 11, 2015
“INITIATIVE 2.3: Complete and implement the DC DDA State Employment Leadership Network (SELN) strategic plan (JOB CREATION)DDA is committed to continuing to promote an ‘Employment First’ policy that all working age adults, regardless of ...
Person Centered Employment Planning Guide
April 12, 2016
The purpose of the Person Centered Employment Guide is to assist Case Managers, job development staff and others to prepare for discussions with individuals, families, and support teams to choose and implement supports that will lead to a Path to Employment.
Missouri Ticket to Work Health Assurance Program
April 12, 2016
Section 201 of the federal Ticket to Work and Work Incentives Improvement Act of 1999, Public Law 106-170 created a program for employed persons with disabilities. Based upon this federal law, the Health Improvement Act of 2007 (Senate Bill 577) established ...
Missouri Division of Developmental Disabilities Individual Support Plan Guide
April 12, 2016
The Division of Developmental Disabilities requires that each individual eligible for Division Supports have an Individual Support Plan. Individuals, their families, providers and facilitators who write plans in cooperation with all individuals receiving ...
MO Planning Council for Developmental Disabilities - Career Guide
April 12, 2016
“This guide will take the job seeker and his or her support team through the career planning process by providing information he or she can use during the career planning sessions. It should be noted that since everyone is unique, the individual ...
The Texas Customized Self-Employment Project
April 13, 2016
This presentation presents Self-Employment as a viable employment option for people with disabilities.
The Texas Customized Self-Employment Project: The Customized Employment Plan Design
April 13, 2016
This presentation describes Customized Employment as “a flexible process designed to personalize the employment relationship between a job candidate and an employer in a way that meets the needs of both.” It focuses heavily on the processes ...
DC Transforming State Long Term Services and Supports (LTSS)/No Wrong Door Grant
August 11, 2015
“District of Columbia has recently received a No Wrong Door planning grant. Their state team is working to incorporate the LifeCourse Framework as they re-design the front door to long term services and supports as well as the person-centered planning ...
Balancing Incentives Program
April 13, 2016
~~“Federal law established the Balancing Incentive Program (BIP) which increases the Federal Medical Assistance Percentage to participating states through September 2015 in exchange for states making certain structural reforms to increase access to ...
Texas Money Follows The Person
April 13, 2016
~~“Texas was among the first 30 states chosen to participate in the Money Follows the Person Demonstration (MFPD) in 2007. As of June 2016, 43 states participate in this federal demonstration designed to help older adults or persons who have ...
Louisiana Employment First Initiative Memo
April 13, 2016
“The OCDD official position statement on Employment First: Employment will be the primary outcome for all persons receiving OCDD services who are of working age. Employment is characterized by typical jobs with competitive compensation that are fully ...
DC DDS Customized Employment Efforts
August 11, 2015
“Customized Employment is being promoted by the United States Department of Labor’s Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP) as an effective set of techniques to create a win-win for people with disabilities and ...
Montana ABLE Legislation Senate Bill 399
April 14, 2016
It is the intent of the legislature to give Montana residents access to a program authorized section 529A of the Internal Revenue Code, 26 U.S.C. 529A, to encourage and assist individuals and families in saving private funds for the purpose of supporting ...
MT DPHHS Developmental Services Division
April 14, 2016
In July 2009, the Disability Services Division (DSD) of the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) was restructured under the Medicaid and Health Services Branch of DPHHS. In January 2010, the name was changed to Developmental Services ...
DC DDS Person-Centered Thinking Philosophy and Training
August 11, 2015
“Person-centered thinking is a philosophy behind service provision that supports positive control and self-direction of people’s own lives. Department on Disabilities Services (DDS) is working to implement person-centered thinking through training ...
North Dakota State Council on Developmental Disabilities “Our Five Year Plan ”
April 14, 2016
~~NDCPD will implement four goals focused on the needs of people with developmental disabilities during 2017 - 2022. Click on the corresponding arrow icon in the circle for more information.Goal 1 - Employment: ND citizens with intellectual and ...
Employment First Summit Report
April 14, 2016
Meeting summary of current and proposed practices needed to implement Employment First, including more widespread use of Customized Employment principles and practices.
Partners for Employment
April 14, 2016
Partners for Employment is a collaborative approach to increasing employment outcomes for individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities. Our partners include the University of New Mexico, the Department of Health Developmental Disabilities ...
Maryland Coalition of Families
April 15, 2016
~~" Founded by a coalition of family support organizations, MCF was incorporated in 1999 as a nonprofit organization. MCF changed its name from "Maryland Coalition of Families for Children’s Mental Health" to the "Maryland Coalition ...
Nebraska Client Assistance Program Hotline
April 15, 2016
The Hotline provides information and referral to Nebraskans who have questions or concerns related to a disability. This includes information about rehabilitation services, transportation, special parking permits, legal rights, and any other questions related ...
OPWDD Employment Training and Supports
April 16, 2016
"If you are interested in finding work in your community, OPWDD wants to support you to be successful. OPWDD’s supported employment services include Supported Employment (SEMP) and the Employment Training Program ...
Understanding Person Centered Planning
April 16, 2016
“Person centered planning is the first step towards ensuring the delivery of person centered supports. Person centered planning promotes the belief that people with intellectual and developmental disabilities are people first. They have valuable gifts ...
Person Centered Planning
April 16, 2016
"Person-Centered Planning (PCP) is a process designed to ensure that everyone receiving services provided or authorized by OPWDD benefits from the most individualized supports and services possible. The Person-Centered Planning process should ...
New York City Approved Employment Plan
April 16, 2016
The Plan outlines the administration of employment services for Temporary Assistance (TA) and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Progran1 (SNAP) applicants and recipients for the period January 1, 2018 through December 31, 2019.
NYS PROMISE
April 16, 2016
New York State PROMISE is one of six PROMISE awards granted nationwide by the US. Department of Education in October 2013. The PROMISE intervention model was jointly developed by the US Department of Education (USDOE), the Social Security Administration ...
Person Centered Planning
April 16, 2016
"Person-Centered Planning (PCP) is a process designed to ensure that everyone receiving services provided or authorized by OPWDD benefits from the most individualized supports and services possible. The Person-Centered Planning process should ...
DC HCBS Waiver Program
August 11, 2015
"Home and Community Based (HCBS) Services waiver program is jointly funded with federal and local dollars. The federal government reimburses the District of Columbia 70 cents for every one dollar spent for qualifying services and supports for people ...
Employment First Project Update (February 2016)
April 18, 2016
“As part of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Transition plan, services and rates are being updated for Adult Day waiver services. Input was gathered from community forums and stakeholder workgroups throughout 2014 and 2015. These new ...
OH Vocational Rehabilitation Comprehensive Statewide Needs Assessment
April 18, 2016
“Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD), Division of Performance and Innovation (DPI), produced this 2015 Comprehensive Statewide Needs Assessment (CSNA) building upon the framework methodology developed from the 2012 CSNA, which was designed ...
Funding System Re-Design for Ohio’s Employment First Initiative: Review of Promising Models from Other States
April 18, 2016
This report aims to provide DODD with a comparison of funding structures from multiple states with high rates of integrated employment, including at least one state with a local tax base funding structure. The first 3 Key Principles for establishing a funding ...
Customized Employment: Best Practice of Today
April 18, 2016
This presentation intertwines Customized Employment into Employment First as a key component to the state’s efforts in promoting community-based, integrated employment for people with disabilities.
Maine State Agency and Departments Protection and Advocacy of People with Disabilities (Title 5 c.11)
April 18, 2016
The agency has the following powers and duties: Information and referral. The agency may provide information on and referral to programs and services addressing the needs of persons with disabilities. Advice. The agency may advise and ...
Maine mPower Loan Program
April 18, 2016
~~“mPower provides flexible term loans to individuals with disabilities in Maine. mPower funds can be used to purchase adaptive equipment, Assistive Technology, or to make home modifications.mPower also provides loans to Maine business owners for the ...
DE Employment First Act (HB 319) amended by House Amendment Number 1
August 12, 2015
“House Bill 319 would require state agencies that provide services to persons with disabilities consider, as their first option, employment in an integrated setting for persons with disabilities. The bill also establishes an Employment First Oversight ...
MA DDS Training - Earnings and Benefits: Using Social Security Work Incentives
April 18, 2016
Many job seekers worry about losing their benefits when going to work. This training will provide an overview of the impact of earnings on Social Security benefits. Topics include the differences between SSI and SSDI, SSA Work Incentives, how to keep medical ...
MA Employment First Technical Assistance
April 18, 2016
~~“On November 1, 2014, the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS), in conjunction with the Association of Developmental Disabilities Providers and The ARC of Massachusetts, released the [Blueprint for Success: Employing Individuals ...
MA Webinar Archives
April 18, 2016
This page contains past webinar presentations sponsored by DDS in partnership with ICI. Webinars contain information on disability employment, partnerships, accommodations, and work place supports.
MA DDS Employment Planning Guide - "School Days to Pay Days"
April 18, 2016
“DDS created this booklet to provide helpful information to families of young adults with intellectual disabilities in their transition from school to work. The mission of the Department is to support individuals with intellectual disabilities to fully ...
Planning My Way to Work: A Transition Guide for Student with Disabilities Leaving High School
April 19, 2016
“This manual is intended to: Help you make your way through the transition process; Understand your rights, services and resources that may help you and your family; Provide information to help you understand complex adult service systems; Highlight ...
Employment First Report
April 19, 2016
“The Governor’s Executive Order recognizes the strategic importance of improving the work and economic opportunities of all Oregonians including those with I/DD. More specifically, the Order sets forth strategies to be followed by the DHS and the ...
Memorandum of Understanding Developmental Disabilities Services Vocational Rehabilitation
April 19, 2016
“,,,IDDS adoption of and VR endorsement of the “Employment First Policy” for working age adults with developmental disabilities” “This memorandum of understanding (MOU) is to impact and be implemented statewide, with a ...
Ticket to Work Medicaid Infrastructure Grant - Integrated Employment Plan (revised 7/2015)
April 19, 2016
“(2010-2011) During this time period VR used resources within its Medicaid Infrastructure Grants (MIG) Competitive Employment Project (CEP) and other available resources to support of a variety of Employment First related activities including:Co-funding ...
DE Division of Developmental Disabilities Services Employment First Statement
August 12, 2015
“The Division of Developmental Disabilities Services affirms that employment and participation in their communities is an important part of the lives of the individuals it serves. Further, the Division believes that employment in the community should be ...
Establishing "Employment First” Policy and Increasing Competitive Integrated Employment for Pennsylvanians with a Disability
April 19, 2016
“….I, Tom Wolf, Governor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and other laws, do hereby order and direct as follows: 1. “Employment ...
Governor’s Cabinet for People with Disabilities (§ 6.301)
April 19, 2016
“The responsibilities of the Cabinet are as follows: (1) Make recommendations to the Governor on policies, procedures, regulations and legislation that aid people with disabilities in this Commonwealth. ...
Department of Human Services Mission
April 19, 2016
“The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services’s seven program offices administer services that provide care and support to Pennsylvania's most vulnerable citizens. The department's Office of Developmental Programs works with individuals ...
Competitive Employment for Individuals with an Intellectual Disability
April 19, 2016
“The Department of Human Services (DHS)’ proposed FY 2015-2016 budget includes $500,000 to provide additional supports to promote competitive employment opportunities for individuals with intellectual disability. This initiative is a collaborative ...
Rhode Island Consolidated Plan 2015-2019 (Revised Final Draft 10/16/15)
April 19, 2016
Recognizing the importance of earned income for the homeless disabled population in permanent supportive housing, BHDDH is creating an Employment First program, which helps permanent supportive housing residents identify supportive companies and provide the ...
Rhode Island Employment First Policy: A Time for Action
April 19, 2016
~~“Changing Lives through Integrated Employment ...Employment First promotes community-based, integrated employment as the first option for employment services for individuals with disabilities. Conversations about Employment First are taking ...
DE Pathways to Employment
August 12, 2015
“Pathways to Employment, a program now under development in Delaware, is designed to support low-income persons with disabilities who wish to work. The program is a result of an initiative launched by Governor Jack Markell while Chairman of the National ...
Arizona Family Support Annual Report
April 19, 2016
The Division continues to hold a leadership role as Chairperson of the broadly-based statewide partnership working on a statewide “Employment First” Strategic Plan to improve integrated and competitive outcomes for all individuals with a ...
Colorado State Employment of Persons with Developmental Disabilities (27-10.5-901)
April 20, 2016
It is the intent of the general assembly to create the state employment program for persons with developmental disabilities to encourage and provide incentives for state agencies to give meaningful employment opportunities to persons with developmental ...
Colorado Employment First Senate Bill SB 16-077
April 20, 2016
The bill requires the heads of the department of health care policy and financing (HCPF), the department of labor and employment (CDLE) the department of education (CDE), and the department of higher education (CDHE), (referred to as agency partners), to ...
Florida Abilities Work Web Portal and Help Desk
April 20, 2016
"The Abilities Work Web Portal and Help Desk are key components of a larger effort, the Employment First Initiative, announced last year. The portal and help desk are designed to help employers recruit and hire more applicants with disabilities who are ...
Florida Employment First Interagency Agreement
April 20, 2016
The general purpose of this interagency cooperative agreement is to provide a framework for a long-term commitment to improving employment outcomes for persons with disabilities in the State of Florida. The agencies and organizations that are parties to ...
Florida Employment First Toolkit and Training (Proposed)
April 20, 2016
This project will ensure that Florida has comprehensive training strategies within a training toolkit that foster quality integrated competitive employment for all individuals with disabilities, including individuals with intellectual and developmental ...
Florida's Agency for Persons with Disabilities - Required Training
April 20, 2016
“Florida's Agency for Persons with Disabilities requires two courses for certification in Supported Employment. The first course is Introduction to Supported Employment. The second is Work Incentives: The Changing Face of ...
FL Center for Inclusive Communities - Collaborative on Discovery & Innovation in Employment (CODIE)
April 20, 2016
This flyer raises awareness of inclusive, community-based employment projects occurring in Florida. It touches base on an interagency collaboration regarding transition (CODIE), access to on-line FCIC Employment Webinar series, Facebook for the Employment ...
FL Center for Inclusive Communities - A Family Guide for Vocational Planning
April 20, 2016
This introductory guide addresses Discovery, Customized Employment, Self-Determination & Person First Language and how it should be used with different age groups of students. It includes a glossary of terms as well as links to Florida & ...
DE Employment First Oversight Commission
August 12, 2015
An Employment First Oversight Commission, under the purview of the State Council for Persons with Disabilities, shall be established and “shall facilitate the full, effective and timely implementation of this Act.” This “Commission shall consist of 11 ...
DE Employment First Oversight Commission Report FY 2013-FY 2014
August 12, 2015
“Delaware’s Employment First Act (H.B. 319) was signed by Governor Markell on July 16, 2012. It promotes the right that all persons with disabilities have the opportunity for competitive employment and establishes the Employment First ...
NC Council on Developmental Disabilities (NCCDD) Five Year State Plan (2011-2016)
April 21, 2016
NCCDD FIVE YEAR STATE PLAN 2011 – 2016 OBJECTIVE 1.4 Council will provide funding/resources to increase access in the community for economic opportunities, inclusive of competitive employment for people with intellectual and other developmental ...
One-Stop Center Staff Training from the “Integrated State Workforce Plan for Title 1 of the Workforce Investment Act and the Wagner-Peyser and Agricultural Plan as Required by the US Department of Labor ”
April 21, 2016
The Vocational Rehabilitation Representative, along with the Disability Specialist for the One‐Stop Center, coordinates yearly disability training for One‐Stop Staff. The type of disability training depends upon staff needs. All One Stops Centers ...
DE CAI and Specialisterne Partnership
August 12, 2015
Computer Aid, Inc. (CAI), a global IT consulting, outsourcing, and systems integration company, announced a National Founding Partnership (facilitated by the state of Delaware) in 2013 with Specialisterne to train and hire people who have autism in technology ...
California WorkFirst Military & Veterans Services
April 21, 2016
~~“WorkFirst is a division of Easterseals Southern California that provides one-on-one, customized employment support services to individuals who are interested in finding and maintaining paid work or starting their own business. WorkFirst ...
DEI Grantee Abstracts (CA Round 5)
April 21, 2016
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) is a three-year federal grant-funded program that improves education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for people who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving Social Security ...
Delaware Medicaid Money Follows the Person
August 12, 2015
“ The Money Follows the Person Demonstration (MFP) "Finding A Way Home" Program, is a special project funded by the Federal Government and the Delaware Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) Division of Medicaid and Medical Assistance ...
Resources for Independence, Central Valley, Self Advocacy for Youth
April 21, 2016
"We provide a foundation of core consumer-controlled, community-based, cross-disability and person-focused services. From work readiness to assistive technology training, and much more--RICV is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for individuals ...
Minnesota Governor’s Executive Order 14-14
April 21, 2016
The Governor’s Executive Order instructs Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) and the State Director for Equal Opportunity to develop a model for recruitment and hiring strategies to increase the employment of people with disabilities. It also requires ...
Minnesota Governor's Executive Order 15-03
April 21, 2016
Supporting Freedom of Choice and Opportunity to Live, Work, and Participate in the Most Inclusive Setting for Individuals with Disabilities through the Implementation of Minnesota's Olmstead Plan; Rescinding Executive Order 13-01 “A ...
Minnesota Governor's Executive Order 13-01
April 21, 2016
A Sub-Cabinet, appointed by the Governor, consisting of the Commissioner, or Commissioner's designees, of the following State agencies, shall develop and implement a comprehensive Minnesota Olmstead Plan: (i) that uses measurable goals to increase the ...
DE Disability Employment Initiative
August 12, 2015
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) was a three-year federal grant-funded program to improve education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for youth who were unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving Social Security ...
D.C One Community for All
April 22, 2016
One Community for All endeavors to meet the needs and preferences of the individual while allowing him or her to choose where s/he wants to live in the community with the appropriate supports and services consistent with the Olmstead decision and the ...
D.C. Department on Disability Services FY 2015 Performance Plan
April 22, 2016
In FY 2015, DDA will continue implementation of this plan to increase the number of people who have opportunities for community integration through day, vocational and employment supports. DDA will also implement new quality improvement initiatives consistent ...
D.C. Developmental Disabilities Council - Final five-year state plan (FY 2012-2016)
April 22, 2016
The Developmental Disabilities Council of the District of Columbia has a goal to see “young adults and job seekers with disabilities [with] meaningful employment opportunities with competitive wages [to] exhibit their abilities and skills in an ...
Department on Disability Services - Policy on Self Employment
April 22, 2016
This policy document defines the procedures and standard for supporting Rehabilitation Services Administration (Vocational Rehabilitation) customers in the achievement of self-employment goals. The policy further defines the approval criteria for a ...
D.C. Department on Disability Services: Initial Individual Support Plan
April 22, 2016
“The purpose of this procedure is to establish steps, instructions and protocols for the development of an initial Individual Support Plan (ISP) for people who are eligible for services with the Department on Disability Services (DDS)/ Developmental ...
D.C Employment Learning Community
April 22, 2016
As part of a competitive application process, the District was selected to receive technical assistance through the Employment Learning Community (ELC). A project of the Institute for Community Inclusion in partnership with The National Association of State ...
Secondary Transition Community of Practice
April 22, 2016
This was launched earlier in 2013 to bring together transition experts from the District’s school system, disability advocacy organizations, direct-service agencies, and transition-aged youth and their parents. These stakeholders in the transition ...
D.C Employment First
April 22, 2016
On October 8, 2012, DC Mayor Vincent Gray issued a proclamation declaring the District of Columbia an Employment First State…Under the Employment First philosophy, competitive, integrated employment is the first and overwhelmingly preferred option for ...
Project SEARCH
April 22, 2016
~~Project SEARCH was originally launched in 1996 at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center. Designed to prepare young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities for competitive employment, this one-year “school- to-work” ...
Customized Employment
April 22, 2016
Customized Employment is being promoted by the United States Department of Labor’s Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP) as an effective set of techniques to create a win-win for people with disabilities and employers. Some of the ways DDS ...
DC Transition Plan for the HCBS Waiver
April 22, 2016
“DDS is engaged in a variety of efforts to build the capacity of its staff and provider agencies to support and facilitate greater individualized community exploration and integration, including competitive, integrated employment,” ...
Employment Position Statement For New Hampshire’s Regional Service System
April 22, 2016
We believe that employment, with its powerful and irreplaceable opportunities for autonomy, earned income, self-esteem development, social contacts, structured activity and life satisfaction, is an import ant ingredient of a fulfilling and valued life ...
FL Abilities Work Web Portal and Help Desk
August 17, 2015
"The Abilities Work Web Portal and Help Desk are key components of a larger effort, the Employment First Initiative, announced last year. The portal and help desk are designed to help employers recruit and hire more applicants with disabilities who are ...
NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities: Service Definitions
April 25, 2016
This document defines all of the services provided by the New Jersey Division of Developmental Disabilities. The services include career planning, community-based supports, assistive technology and community inclusion supports, among many others.
Division of Developmental Disabilities Interim Policy Guide to Support Coordination
April 25, 2016
“The purpose of the New Jersey Division of Developmental Disabilities (Division) Interim Policy Guide to Support Coordination is to provide clarity on practices governing the delivery of Support Coordination services during the transition period to full ...
Medicaid Money Follows the Person
April 25, 2016
Money Follows the Person (MFP) is a federal demonstration project that helps eligible individuals who have been residing in nursing homes and developmental centers for a minimum of 90 consecutive days move into a community-setting. The setting will offer ...
Hawaii Developmental Disabilities Division - Strategic Plan 2015-2017 Progress Report
April 25, 2016
“The Strategic Plan was adopted on December 2014. In the ensuing months Team Leaders have been convening meetings with advocates, providers, partners, and Division staff to plan specific activities for attaining goals and objectives of the Strategic ...
Florida’s Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD) Employment First Policy
August 17, 2015
“Florida’s Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD) launched its five-year Employment Initiative on July 1, 2004. The primary goal of the initiative is to have 50% of adults with developmental disabilities (ages 18-55) who are receiving ...
Hawaii DEI - Round 6 Grant Abstracts
April 25, 2016
The U.S. Department of Labor awarded Hawaii a Round 6 DEI grant to improve employment opportunities for youth and/or adults with disabilities. “HIDEI [Hawaii DEI] will hire four Disability Resource Coordinators and build upon the promising practices of ...
Hire Abilities Hawai'i - Customized Employment Videos
April 25, 2016
“These Customized Employment (CE) videos, each specifically focused on Employers, Youth, or a General audience, highlight the benefits of CE, an employment strategy which matches the skills and preferences of the individual with the specific business ...
Consortium for Idahoans with Disabilities
April 25, 2016
The mission of CID is “to protect, promote and advance the rights and interests of people with disabilities of all ages in Idaho in a manner consistent with the following principles: 1. CID will promote and protect the rights of people with ...
Developmental Disabilities Services State Fiscal Year 2018 Annual Report
April 25, 2016
~~” The Vermont Developmental Disabilities Services Division is pleased to share the Annual Report on Developmental Disabilities Services for State Fiscal Year 2018 . It features a review of each of the principles of service outlined in the ...
Curriculum Development for Employment Staff For the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) and Agency of Human Service (AHS) Creative Workforce Solutions (CWS) Initiative
April 25, 2016
“The State of Vermont, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) is a statewide direct service organization within the Department of Disabilities (DAIL), Aging and Independent Living in the Agency of Human Services (AHS). DVR is the lead agency for an ...
University of GA, Institute on Human Development & Disability - WorkWorks Training
April 25, 2016
Through service, teaching, and research, the Institute on Human Development and Disability hopes to, “contribute to creating an environment where individuals with disabilities are independent and enjoy careers of choice.” Through WorkWorks, the ...
GA Comprehensive Supports Waiver (COMP) - Provider Reference Guide
April 25, 2016
All providers (agencies) must apply to become a co-employer of services. Enrolled Co-Employer providers can serve in this capacity for the following COMP services, only: • Community Access • Community Guide • Community Living Support • ...
Florida Developmental Disabilities Council Employment First Partnerships
August 17, 2015
As part of the Governor’s Executive Order, “required partners include the Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD); the Florida Department of Education (FDOE), Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR), Division of Blind Services, and ...
Senate Bill 6384
April 26, 2016
“AN ACT Relating to ensuring that persons with developmental disabilities be given the opportunity to transition to a community access program after enrollment in an employment program; and adding a new section to chapter 71A.12 RCW.”
DDA Working Age Adult Policy
April 26, 2016
“This policy establishes employment supports as the first use of employment and day program funds for working age adults and ensures that after nine months of employment services the person may choose Community Access. The policy establishes guidelines ...
FY 2016 Vocational Rehabilitation Section of WOIA State Plan (Draft 12/2015)
April 26, 2016
In addition to interacting with XIX Medicaid Waiver staff as part of the DDPC meetings, WVDRS participates in two subcommittees, Employment First and Medley Management. The Employment First committee focuses on promoting employment for ...
Washington State DSHS/DVR 2016-2020 State Plan: the Supported Employment Program (Draft)
April 26, 2016
The cooperative agreements, program goals, funding distribution, and supported employment services described in this section represent the coordinated efforts of DSHS/DVR, its State collaborators, and its service delivery partners to ensure that all ...
WA Division of Developmental Disabilities, Jobs by 21 Partnership Project Report for FY 2009
April 26, 2016
“The Jobs by 21 Partnership Project was funded by the Washington State Legislature for the 2007–2009 biennium. The Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) was authorized to identify and demonstrate best practices in sustainable partnerships ...
Washington State’s Statewide Transition Plan for New HCBS Rules
April 26, 2016
The Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA, the state’s Medicaid Agency), the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) Aging and Long-Term Support Administration (ALTSA) and Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) submit this ...
Delaware Governor’s Advisory Council for Exceptional Citizens FY 2015 Annual Report
April 26, 2016
The membership of the State advisory panel must consist of members appointed by the Governor, or any other official authorized under State law to make these appointments, that is representative of the State population and that is composed of individuals ...
Delaware Employment First Oversight Commission
April 26, 2016
An Employment First Oversight Commission, under the purview of the State Council for Persons with Disabilities, shall be established and “shall facilitate the full, effective and timely implementation of this Act.” This “Commission shall ...
Delaware Employment First Oversight Commission Report
April 26, 2016
“Delaware’s Employment First Act (H.B. 319) was signed by Governor Markell on July 16, 2012. It promotes the right that all persons with disabilities have the opportunity for competitive employment and establishes the Employment First ...
DE Division of DD Services - Waiver Amendment Public Notice Attachment
April 26, 2016
A public notice on various definitions under Delaware's HCBS Waiver, including a (then proposed) revision of 'Supported Employment' to include 'Customized Employment.'
Georgia House Resolution 642
August 17, 2015
“WHEREAS, an ‘Employment First’ policy provides that employment should be the first and preferred option for all people, regardless of their disability, and that employment in the general workforce at or above the minimum wage is the ...
Iowa Employment First Website
April 26, 2016
~~“Employment First (EF) is a declaration of both philosophy and policy stating that: “Employment is the first priority and preferred outcome of publicly funded services for people with disabilities.” EF is also a “framework for ...
State of Illinois Employment First Strategic Plan Draft
April 26, 2016
The Draft report summarizes the history of Employment First in Illinois, and details the initiatives planneds for the future. Plans for the future are broken down in to two phases. The first phase requires collaboration with expert consults to:“Define ...
Indiana ABLE Legislation S.B. 11
April 27, 2016
ABLE savings accounts for persons with a disability. This bill creates the “achieving a better life experience” (ABLE) authority (authority). Establishes the ABLE board (board) of the authority. Provides that the authority may ...
Indiana Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Unified and Combined State Plan Requirements: 2015 Draft
April 27, 2016
“Under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), the Governor of each State must submit a Unified or Combined State Plan to the U.S. Secretary of Labor that outlines a four-year workforce development strategy for the State’s workforce ...
Kansas State VR Plan - Attachment 4.8(b)(1)
April 28, 2016
At the state level, KRS collaborates with other units within the Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF) and with other state departments. For example: …• KRS and DCF Prevention and Protection Services will coordinate to address the ...
Kansas Council on Developmental Disabilities
April 28, 2016
The purpose of the Kansas Council on Developmental Disabilities (KCDD) is to support people of all ages with developmental disabilities so they have the opportunity to make choices regarding both their participation in society, and their quality of ...
Kansas Employment First Initiative Act Annual Report
April 28, 2016
“KDADS provided information about provisions in its contract with Community Developmental Disability Organizations (CDDOs) where persons on the waiting list for HCBS Developmental Disability (DD) Waiver services who are ‘referred to RS ...
MT National Federation of the Blind 2015 Resolutions - Integrated Employment
May 06, 2016
WHEREAS The National Federation of the Blind of Montana believes that the blind and other people with disabilities can and should work in their communities for livable wages; and, WHEREAS Montana and the nation far too frequently pipeline workers with ...
A Path To Community Living Resource Guide
June 08, 2016
This Guide is a compilation of current service providers, resources, tools, and programs available to District of Columbia residents who wish to live independently in the community. It is designed to be used in conjunction with the “Path to ...
DC DDS Services for People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
July 05, 2016
DDA supports individuals with intellectual disabilities to have the most independence and choice and control over their own lives through person-centered service planning and delivery and increased provider capacity. DDA coordinates home and community ...
A Path to Community Living Handbook
July 05, 2016
This handbook is designed to assist people who have moved or are planning to move out of institutions into the community of their choice. These forms are designed to help you identify the services and supports you may need to successfully live in the ...
DC DHCF and DDS Home and Community Based Settings (HCBS) 101
July 05, 2016
This training power point provides information on the HCBS waiver, basic information on revising the waiver, designing and restructuring it, and waiver rules and restrictions. It also details the role of DCHF and DDS in the revision and administration ...
Creating Conditions for Success: Blueprint Progress Report
July 12, 2016
To achieve integrated employment, the Blueprint’s architects constructed a plan to close sheltered workshops by June 30, 2015. Contingent on additional funding, participants in sheltered workshops would transition to individual or group employment ...
Division of Developmental Disabilities Employment First Policy
July 12, 2016
This policy establishes community integrated employment services and supports as the first service option and primary outcome for individuals (both youth and adults.) It also establishes employment planning (Career Planning) and supports as priorities to ...
Alabama Department of Social Services State Partners: Alabama Department of Mental Health
July 12, 2016
"ADSS currently partners on several ventures with the ADMH, to include ADRC development and advisory, consumer-directed and person-centered system change, Chronic Disease Self-Management programs, pre-and post-disaster planning and assistance, the ...
MT INVEST Employment Specialist Training
July 12, 2016
Many of us know somebody that has a disability. Individuals with disabilities can face additional challenges to obtaining and retaining good jobs. To create an opportunity for that person to be most successful, there are several activities and/or steps to ...
Disability Employment Awareness Month Proclamation
July 12, 2016
“WHEREAS, the State of North Carolina supports and encourages individuals with disabilities to find employment, thus fostering the key objectives of advancing individual well-being and reducing the demand on public resources, which can then be ...
Upcoming Changes to DDD’s Policy on Funding of Sheltered Workshops
July 13, 2016
The Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) has begun to phase-out funding for services provided in sheltered workshop settings (also referred to as “extended employment” or “sheltered employment”). As part of the first phase of ...
1915 (c) Status: Current Program Name and Number AR Alternative Community Services (0188.R05.00)
July 13, 2016
Provides case management, respite, supported employment, supportive living, specialized medical supplies, adaptive equipment, community transition, consultation, crisis intervention, environmental mods, supplemental support for individuals with autism, IIDR, ...
Supported Employment Training and Technical Assistance
July 13, 2016
~~“The Boggs Center Employment Team provides Supported Employment Training and Technical Assistance throughout the state of New Jersey. Training courses are intended to provide both new and veteran employment specialists with the most up to date ...
NH Granite State Employment Project 5 Year Strategic Plan (2008-2012)
July 14, 2016
The mission of the Granite State Employment Project is to improve employment opportunities for New Hampshire citizens with disabilities so that they may fully participate in and better contribute to their communities. The vision of the Granite ...
Nevada’s No Wrong Door Strategic Plan 2015-2018
July 14, 2016
Long-term services and supports (LTSS) help people with functional limitations accomplish tasks necessary for daily living. Older adults, and those living with disabilities, will often need assistance with issues such as bathing, getting dressed, fixing ...
Michigan Executive Order 2015-15: Employment First in Michigan
July 14, 2016
All state departments and agencies that provide services and support to persons with disabilities, and all state departments and agencies that provide employment, economic development, or other related services, shall implement Employment First in Michigan by ...
Department of Human Services Disability Services Division Biennial Report on Long-term services for People with Disabilities
July 14, 2016
Employment is a priority of the Governor, DHS and DSD. DSD, in collaboration with many partners, developed Disability Benefits 101 (DB101), a web-based tool with on-line assistance, which can be used by people with disabilities and those who help them to ...
Moving Home Minnesota Customized Employment Training
July 14, 2016
Providers will learn to use defined customized employment tools and techniques to help people with disabilities gain competitive employment positions. They must:· Develop an individualized approach to employment planning and job ...
Minnesota Olmstead Planning Committee
July 14, 2016
In January 2013, Governor Mark Dayton issued an Executive Order establishing a Sub-Cabinet to develop and implement a comprehensive plan supporting freedom of choice and opportunity for people with disabilities…The Sub-Cabinet evaluates policies, ...
Hire Abilities Hawai'i
August 19, 2015
“Hire Abilities Hawaii represents an innovative collaboration among the Department of Human Services (DHS), University of Hawai`’ College of Education Center for Disabilities Studies (CDS), the Department of Education (DOE), the Department of ...
HB 431/SB 355: ABLE Act
July 15, 2016
Federal law enacted in December 2014 authorized states to establish tax-advantaged savings program to help people with disabilities save limited amounts for disability-related expenses (such as health care, assistive technology, education, employment ...
HB 420/SB 417: Ken Capone Equal Employment Act (EEA)
July 15, 2016
MDLC Board member Ken Capone, People on the Go, MDLC, and other advocates and coalition partners led this strong and successful effort to abolish the payment of subminimum wages to people with disabilities in Maryland. Like SB 765, the bill will become a ...
Maryland Customized Employment Project
July 15, 2016
The Maryland Department of Disabilities and the Developmental Disabilities Administration recently announced a partnership with five providers of vocational services throughout the state to implement a two-year initiative aimed at addressing employment ...
Hawai'i State Council on Developmental Disabilities
August 19, 2015
~"The DD Council promotes self-determination for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families by contributing to a coordinated and comprehensive service system that is person-centered and family-directed.The DD Council meets its goals ...
Maryland Customized Employment Project
July 15, 2016
The Maryland Department of Disabilities and the Developmental Disabilities Administration recently announced a partnership with five providers of vocational services throughout the state to implement a two-year initiative aimed at addressing ...
Florida HB 7003
July 15, 2016
This bill will be enacted on July 1, 2016 The purpose of this act is to prioritize employment of individuals with disabilities and to change the employment system to better integrate individuals with disabilities into the workforce. The act encourages a ...
Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals, Office for Citizens with Developmental Disabilities “Resources”
July 15, 2016
The DHH Office for Citizens with Developmental Disabilities offers a variety and ever-changing collection of resources, trainings and literature to assist consumers, their families, providers, advocates, and others access relevant materials.
Louisiana Developmental Disabilities Council “Employment Mentoring”
July 15, 2016
The Employment Mentoring project will develop, implement, and evaluate a training and mentoring approach that will result in Employment Support Professionals (ESPs) demonstrating competencies in skills which lead to employment outcomes for job seekers with ...
Florida Agency for Persons with Disabilities “ADP Training Portal”
July 15, 2016
Providers Beginning May 18, 2016, TRAIN Florida is the official Learning Management System (LMS) for the Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD). All learners with a valid email address received an email with login information. If you did not receive an ...
Florida Agency for Persons with Disabilities “Partners in Policymaking will Change your Life”
July 15, 2016
“Partners in Policymaking is a leadership-training program for self-advocates and parents of children with developmental disabilities. It provides state-of-the-art information about disability issues and builds the competencies necessary to become ...
Hawaii Medicaid Infrastructure Grant
August 19, 2015
“In 2006, Hawaii received a grant from the Center for Medicare and Medicaid to improve employment outcomes for persons with disabilities. The Medicaid Infrastructure Grant Program, known as Hire Abilities Hawaii, ran from 2006 to 2009. It was authorized ...
Kentucky ABLE Act SB 179
July 15, 2016
Signed by the Governor on April 5, 2016AN ACT relating to persons with disabilities.Amend KRS 205.200 to disregard any amount in an ABLE account, any contributions to an ABLE account, and any distribution from an ABLE account for qualified expenses for ...
Justice Department Reaches Extension Agreement to Improve Georgia’s Development Disability and Mental Health System
July 15, 2016
The extension agreement builds upon a 2010 settlement agreement resolving a lawsuit brought by the department under the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Supreme Court’s Olmstead decision. The case involves Georgia’s provision of community ...
Kentucky Commission on Services and Supports for Individuals with Intellectual and Other Developmental Disabilities “Annual Status Report”
July 15, 2016
Activity: Development of Local and Regional LeadershipThe Commission:Began the process of educating the Department of Education’s Nine Regional Transition Teams about Employment First and their role in the Employment First process;Worked to expand the ...
Kentucky Commonwealth Council on Developmental Disabilities State Plan for Federal Fiscal Years 2017-2021
July 15, 2016
Goal #2- The capacity of systems that serve all people will be improved so that people with developmental disabilities will have increased access to opportunities for greater independence and integrationObjective 2-B (Employment): By 2021, the Council will ...
Supported Employment Training Project
July 15, 2016
About Us Having a job represents much more than earning a salary. Employment, including the kind of work one performs, influences one's personal identity, sense of belonging, and place in the world. Furthermore, employment represents one primary way of ...
Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services “Peer Support Specialist Curriculum Approval Process”
July 15, 2016
The Department for Behavioral Health, Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities (DBHDID) will approve the following curricula for Peer Support Specialists (PSS): Adult Peer Support Specialist, Family Peer Support Specialist, Youth Peer Support Specialist, ...
Hawaii DEI - Round 2 Grants
August 19, 2015
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) is a three-year federal grant-funded program that improves education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for people who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving Social Security ...
Georgia HCBS Transition Plan
July 15, 2016
“Georgia begins process to address new regulations issued by CMS for Home and Community Based Services.The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) have issued regulations that define the settings in which it is permissible for states to pay ...
Employment First Oversight Commission Report FY 2015
July 15, 2016
Delaware’s Employment First At (H.B. 319) was signed by Governor Markell on July 16, 2012. This legislation promotes the right that all persons with disabilities have the opportunity for competitive employment and establishes the Employment First ...
Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Serivces
July 15, 2016
Shared Living Shared Living is a nationally recognized model for habilitation or residential services for individuals with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disability (IDD). Other terms that can encompass the Shared Living approach include adult foster care, ...
Kansas Council on Developmental Disabilities “2017-2021 Proposed Goals and Objectives Draft”
July 15, 2016
GOAL 2 –EMPLOYMENT: By 2021, Kansans with I/DD will have increased opportunities to engage in competitive integrated employmentOBJECTIVE 2.1: KCDD will provide Kansans with I/DD, their families, employers, providers, and ...
Kansas Council on Developmental Disabilities “Interhab Employment Systems Change 5/2016”
July 15, 2016
KCDD Employment Systems Change request for proposal is based on the Employment First Commission report 2014 The proposed system changes include more focus on Customized Employment and eliminating sub-minimum wage positions.Current research shows ...
Early Start to Supported Employment Handbook
July 15, 2016
Early Start to Supported Employment” (ESSE) is intended to create a more seamless transition for students leaving school and entering the adult workforce. The outcome of paid work with post-school supports in place before the student leaves school is ...
Employment and Economic Opportunity for Persons with Disabilities Task Force Act
July 18, 2016
“Task Force Responsibilities. The Task Force shall analyze programs and policies of the State to determine what changes, modifications, and innovations may be necessary to remove barriers to competitive employment and economic opportunity for persons ...
Indiana Governor’s Council for People with Disabilities State Plan 2017-2021 (Goal and Objectives)
July 19, 2016
Goal 2. Employment Increase resources, access and options for competitive, integrated employment at a living wage for people with disabilities. 2.1 Work with partners, including policymakers, employers and Chambers of Commerce, to develop and implement a plan ...
Person Centered Employment Planning Report (2014)
July 21, 2016
The South Dakota Work Plan created as part of membership in the State Employment Leadership Network includes a goal for person centered planning. The SD Employment First Alliance subcommittee for Person Centered Practices has met several times to discuss how ...
Expect Employment 2015: TN Employment First Task Force Report
July 21, 2016
In the past year, Tennessee:Continued to expand Project SEARCH to include 60 interns participating at 7 program sites statewide. A total of 42 individuals have been employed through Project SEARCHSecured federal grants and reallocated resources to expand the ...
Oregon Council on Developmental Disability Fiscal Year 2016: State Plan (Findings)
July 22, 2016
A broad overview of the Comprehensive Review and Analysis conducted by the Council. The Office of Developmental Disability Services (ODDS) provides DD waiver and Medicaid Community First Choice state plan (K plan) services to about 23,776 eligible children ...
Nevada Assembly Bill 5
July 25, 2016
AN ACT relating to public welfare; requiring the Aging and Disability Services Division of the Department of Health and Human Services to enter into an agreement with the Rehabilitation Division of the Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation to ...
Illinois Employment First Executive Order
August 21, 2015
“WHEREAS, the Illinois Employment First Act (20 ILCS 40 et. seq) requires that State agencies follow and implement the State’s policy of competitive and integrated employment as the first option when serving persons with disabilities of working ...
Nevada Assembly Bill 488: Relating to the Administration of Government Departments
December 19, 2016
"AN ACT relating to governmental administration; consolidating the Health Division and the Division of Mental Health and Developmental Services of the Department of Health and Human Services into the Division of Public and Behavioral Health of the ...
Nevada’s Strategic Plan for Integration of Developmental Services and Early Intervention Services into the ADSD
December 19, 2016
The Aging and Disability Services Division (ADSD) represents Nevadans who are aged or have a disability, regardless of age, and assists the broader community that touches their lives. Through advocacy, counseling and a broad array of supportive services, ADSD ...
Nevada’s No Wrong Door Strategic Plan 2015-2018
December 19, 2016
Long-term services and supports (LTSS) help people with functional limitations accomplish tasks necessary for daily living. Older adults, and those living with disabilities, will often need assistance with issues such as bathing, getting dressed, fixing ...
Nevada Balancing Incentives Program
December 19, 2016
"The Balancing Incentive Program is a grant-funded program established by the Affordable Care Act through the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). The goal of the program is to make structural changes to the way individuals access long term ...
Illinois Employment First Act (HB2591)
August 21, 2015
The bill, which became effective on July 16, 2013, declares Illinois an Employment First State and establishes competitive employment in integrated settings as the first option for working-age persons with disabilities in Illinois. The bill also ...
Memorandum of Understanding between the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services, the Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired, and the Division of Developmental Disabilities for Supported Employment Services
December 19, 2016
"The purpose of this Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) is to assist the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services (DVRS), the Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired (CBVI) and the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) to operate in an ...
New Jersey Project HIRE
December 19, 2016
"The Arc of New Jersey’s Project HIRE is a supported employment program designed to connect people with disabilities to integrated employment opportunities in their community. The program assists adults with disabilities in finding and maintaining ...
New Mexico Interagency Behavioral Health Service Requirements and Utilization Guidelines for Supported Employment
December 19, 2016
~~This document defines supported employment and provides program, provider, staffing, documentation, and other requirements of providers of supported employment services.“Supported Employment provides on the job ...
New Mexico Behavioral Health Collaborative
December 19, 2016
~~“This Web site is a resource for individuals, families and agencies concerned with behavioral health. It provides information about behavioral health services, laws, and related news, as well as communication tools and other features. Regardless of ...
New Mexico Partners for Employment Events and Training
December 19, 2016
This webpage lists upcoming training and capacity building events intended for providers, people with disabilities, and employers throughout New Mexico.
North Dakota Transition Consortium (Launch My Life North Dakota)
December 20, 2016
“The North Dakota Transition Consortium is a partnership of programs and agencies. The goal is to promote, improve, and educate about services that help young adults with disabilities move from high school into college, training, or a job.”
Ohio 2016-2017 Budget: Historic Investments for Ohioans with Developmental Disabilities
December 20, 2016
"Governor Kasich’s recently released executive budget includes several noteworthy adjustments to funding within the state’s developmental disabilities system. Touted as an extension of the state’s “historic” investments of ...
Guide to Policy and Procedure Development
December 20, 2016
"The Employment First Rule, 5123: 2-2-05, requires county boards to adopt and implement a local Employment First Policy which clearly identifies community employment as the desired outcome for every individual of working age. The following is guidance ...
OCALI Customized Employment Project
December 20, 2016
"With funding from the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD), OCALI launched a customized employment project in March 2009 for two school based transition teams, Claymont High School with Tuscarawas County Board of Developmental ...
OH Job Seekers Guide
December 20, 2016
"The Job Seekers Guide will help you learn how to get a job and will give you some tools that will help along the way."
Loop Ohio
December 20, 2016
"Welcome to Loop Ohio, Ohio’s virtual Community of Practice! This online community is dedicated to facilitating statewide and local, cross system collaboration and learning, with a focus on promoting best practices in community development and ...
Ohio Employment First Transition Framework
December 20, 2016
"Ohio Employment First Transition Framework is a critical component to the Ohio Employment First structure and is intended to address barriers to transition planning and services in order to achieve meaningful adult outcomes. The Framework was developed ...
Developmental Disabilities Services Policy Change Regarding Sheltered Workshops
December 20, 2016
“In order to further Oregon’s Employment First policy, effective July 1, 2015, ODDS will no longer fund Sheltered Work or services in a Sheltered Workshop setting, for individuals who are newly eligible for services, or individuals already using ...
Oregon Memorandum of Understanding: Developmental Disabilities Services and Vocational Rehabilitation
December 20, 2016
“This memorandum of understanding (MOU) is to impact and be implemented statewide, with a target population of all working age individuals with Developmental Disabilities eligible for both VR and ODDS services. This will include school age individuals ...
Office of Developmental Disability Services (ODDS) Provider FAQ Employment Services
December 20, 2016
“This Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document is being distributed to help clarify and facilitate the services provided by the Office of Developmental Disability Services (ODDS) for adults with Intellectual and other Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) ...
Illinois Employment and Economic Opportunity for Persons with Disabilities Task Force Annual Report
August 21, 2015
"This annual report “outlines the activities undertaken by the Task Force during the first full year of operation. It reflects the information that has been gathered by the Task Force to date as well as outlines the recommendations developed by the ...
The Transition Alliance of South Carolina (TASC)
December 20, 2016
"The Transition Alliance of South Carolina (TASC) is spearheaded by the Center for Disability Resources (CDR) at the University of South Carolina’s School of Medicine.Utilizing funding and support from the South Carolina Department ...
Expect Employment 2015: Employment First Task Force Report to the Governor
January 04, 2017
~~“Governor Haslam established Tennessee as an Employment First state in June 2013 with Executive Order No. 28. This Order, in recognition of high levels of unemployment for Tennesseans with disabilities, mental illnesses and substance abuse ...
Tennessee Interagency Agreement Regarding IDEA
January 04, 2017
“The purpose of this Agreement is to identify and define the financial responsibilities of the Parties to this Agreement and to facilitate the provision and coordination of services for all infants, toddlers, children, youth and adults who are IDEA ...
Guide for Provider Transformation to an Employment First Service Model
January 04, 2017
~~Transition to an Employment First Service Model Guide is issuedOrganizations that are successful in their transformation to an Employment First provider agency share three elements, all of which should be addressed:1. Strategy: What will you do?2. ...
Employment and Community First CHOICES (Employment Program)
January 04, 2017
~~The Employment and Community First CHOICES program is administered by TennCare through its contracted managed care organizations. It offers services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Services in the program will help ...
Texas Health and Human Services Transformation
January 04, 2017
“In 2015, Texas Health and Human Services (HHS) began a transformation effort to produce a more efficient, effective, and responsive system. In September of 2016 the first phase of that effort became operational.The goals of the transformation are to ...
Interagency Agreement with Vermont Department of Education and Vermont Agency of Human Services
January 04, 2017
“This agreement promotes collaboration between the Agency of Human Services (AHS) and the Department of Education (DOE) in order to ensure that all required services are coordinated and provided to students with disabilities, in accordance with ...
Executive Order 2002-9 (Establishing a Governor's Task Force on Employment)
January 05, 2017
“An order establishing the Governor's Task Force on Employment and Economic Opportunity for Persons with Disabilities”
Arizona Department of Economic Security, Division of Developmental Disabilities “Strategic Plan 2016-2020” (Transition to Employment)
January 20, 2017
The Division recently introduced the service “Transition to Employment”. This service provides members with individualized instruction, training and supports to promote skill development for integrated and competitive employment. “Transition ...
Arkansas Department of Human Services “Supported Employment”
January 20, 2017
The Arkansas Department of Human Services Support Employment program is available to persons with most severe disabilities. It has the goal of assisting them in getting competitive employment in an integrated setting and earnings that are equal or greater ...
San Diego-Imperial Counties Developmental Services, Inc. "Employment First"
January 20, 2017
~~California’s Employment First Policy was signed into law in October of 2013, by Governor Brown.dds.ca.govCompetitive employment is finding a job within the community where you are paid about the same as other people doing the same job and at least ...
Senate Bill No. 502 May Special Session, Public Act No. 16-3AN ACT CONCERNING REVENUE AND OTHER ITEMS TO IMPLEMENT THE BUDGET FOR THE BIENNIUM ENDING JUNE 30, 2017.
January 20, 2017
“Sec. 60. Subsection (a) of section 17b-666 of the general statutes is repealed and the following is substituted in lieu thereof (Effective July 1, 2016): (a) The Department of Rehabilitation Services may receive state and federal funds to administer, ...
Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities “Provider Manual for Community Developmental Disabilities Providers Fiscal Year 2018 ”
January 23, 2017
“Quality Assurance and Standard Compliance Requirements 1.The DD Crisis Providers of the Crisis System shall develop and maintain performance indicators and outcome data as part of their quality management system that will assist DBHDD and Georgia ...
Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities “Provider Manual for Community Developmental Disabilities Providers Fiscal Year 2018”
January 23, 2017
“Community integration and inclusion into the larger natural community is supported and evident. Terms “Integration and Inclusion” mean: a. Use of community resources that are available to other citizens; b. Providing the opportunity to ...
Indiana Secondary Transition Resource Center – University of Indiana Bloomington
January 24, 2017
“We create and enhance professional development activities and resources to support teachers and, ultimately, students with disabilities, as they transition from school to their adult lives, working and participating in their communities, jobs and/or ...
Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services ”HCBS Providers – Financial Template”
January 24, 2017
“The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has contracted with Optumas, an actuary and consulting firm, to study the adequacy of Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) service payment rates. To assist with that study, Optumas has ...
Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services “Crisis and Exception Policy”
January 24, 2017
~~“Transitions to the I/DD WaiverThe following HCBS programs shall transition to HCBS IDD wavier program if they meet HCBS IDD functional eligibility:1. Person is determined no longer ...
Maine’s Person Centered Planning Process for Adults with Intellectual Disabilities and Autism
January 24, 2017
“Person-Centered Planning (PCP) is the required annual planning process for adults receiving developmental services in Maine. PCP involves identifying and describing the person’s needs and goals as well as the paid and unpaid supports and services ...
“Governor’s Interagency Transition Council for Youth with Disabilities”
January 24, 2017
“The primary responsibility of the IATC is to review, revise and update annually the Interagency State Plan for Transitioning Youth with Disabilities to ensure effective interagency planning and delivery of services for secondary students with ...
“FY2017 Interagency State Plan for Transitioning Youth with Disabilities”
January 24, 2017
“This is a document of the approved goals for students with disabilities who are transitioning from high school to post-secondary school or employment.” It consists of a set of tables, one for each goal, that lists the measures and strategies that ...
VR (Vocational Rehabilitation) & IL(Independent Living) Policies and Procedures Manual Section 800 “Supported Employment”
January 24, 2017
“Supported employment is competitive work in an integrated work setting, or employment in integrated work settings in which individuals are working towards competitive work, with ongoing support services for individuals with the most significant ...
Governor’s Interagency Transition Council for Youth with Disabilities
January 24, 2017
~~"The Interagency Transition Council for Youth with Disabilities (IATC) is a partnership of State and local government agencies, educators, family members and advocates. The IATC's purpose is to help improve the policies and practices that affect ...
FY2017 Interagency State Plan for Transitioning Youth with Disabilities
January 24, 2017
This is a document of the approved goals for students with disabilities who are transitioning from high school to post-secondary school or employment. “
Illinois "Add Us In Chicagoland"
August 23, 2015
“This project has two main goals: first, to identify and develop strategies to increase the capacity of small businesses and communities, to employ youth and adults with disabilities, and second, to enhance the opportunities and skills of individuals ...
“Transforming and Improving Practices through Customized Technical Assistance (TIP) Grants”
January 24, 2017
“The purpose of this initiative is to improve the employment outcomes of people with developmental disabilities by building the capacity of community service providers licensed by the Developmental Disabilities Administration. Through customized ...
Michigan Developmental Disabilities Council’s Public Policy Advocacy Platform 2017
January 24, 2017
“The Council supports Employment First policies and will work with the legislature, policy personal, stakeholders, and interested parties to promote Employment First policies and positions. Action Plan + Continue to pursue and coordinate resource ...
Nebraska Developmental Disabilities Provider Handbook
April 26, 2017
“DDD provides funding and oversight of community-based providers. DD services can be provided by either an independent or agency provider. Developmental Disability (DD) Services focus on helping participants live the most independent lives possible. ...
Nebraska Department of Developmental Disabilities Training Resources
April 26, 2017
“The Division of Developmental Disabilities is committed to providing training that results in improved lives for our participants. Please feel free to use as many training resources as you see fit.”
New Jersey Division of Developmental Disabilities Organizational Rules
April 26, 2017
“The Division of Developmental Disabilities funds services for eligible individuals with developmental disabilities. The Division’s mission is to assure the opportunity for individuals with developmental disabilities to receive quality services ...
EmployAbility: A Toolkit for Employers
April 26, 2017
“This handbook is meant to provide you with the information you need to begin employing people of all abilities, including financial and tax incentives, how and why hiring people of all abilities is good for your business and where to find qualified ...
2019 Transformation Series: Building Innovative Service Models
April 26, 2017
~~“Provider agencies across the state support Ohio's continued efforts to ensure people with intellectual and developmental disabilities have access to services that prioritize their individual goals and emphasize community membership and ...
RI Department of Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities, and Hospitals Supported Employment Services Package Person Centered Supported Employment Services Program
April 26, 2017
“BHDDH is implementing a performance-based payment program that promotes the expansion of integrated employment for DD Division clients. BHDDH is doing so in fulfillment of the following provisions of the May 18 Order of the Federal District ...
Utah Partnerships in Employment
April 26, 2017
“ACL’s Administration on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (AIDD) recently awarded more than $1.8 million in funding to six states to increase competitive employment outcomes for youth and young adults with intellectual and developmental ...
Arizona Developmental Disabilities Planning Council “Self-Employment for Workers with Disabilities: An Underutilized but Viable Option”
April 27, 2017
~~“For years, disability advocates have struggled with advancing self-employment options for people with disabilities to help combat their low employment rates. Trends including downsizing, increased use of contract and temporary employees, and advances ...
“Medicaid waiver renewal approved for Georgians with intellectual and developmental disabilities”
April 28, 2017
~~“The Georgia Departments of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) and Community Health (DCH) are pleased to announce that the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has approved renewal of the Comprehensive Supports Waiver ...
“Phase-In Timing for New Rates, by Services and ‘Cohort’ prepared for Developmental Disabilities Division”
May 01, 2017
~~“This document is a set of tables noting what services will be available for all of the participants in the program or different “cohorts” (Cohort 1 - Participants residing in certified or licensed settings; Cohort 2 - Participants living ...
SB 0344/HB0448 “Maryland Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Program - Account Clarifications”
May 01, 2017
~~“Clarifying that a specified amount may be contributed in each calendar year to an account for a disabled individual under the Maryland Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Program; providing that contributions to an ABLE account may not exceed a ...
Ohio Revised Code 5123:2-9-16 - Home and community-based services waivers
July 17, 2017
“This rule defines group employment support and sets forth provider qualifications, requirements for service delivery and documentation of services, and payment standards for the service. The expected outcome of group employment support is paid ...
Ohio Revised Code 5123:2-9-16 - Home and community-based services waivers
July 17, 2017
“This rule defines group employment support and sets forth provider qualifications, requirements for service delivery and documentation of services, and payment standards for the service. The expected outcome of group employment support is paid ...
Oklahoma APSE 2017 Employment Conference
July 17, 2017
~~“This event brought together key community stakeholders, individuals with disabilities, family members and educators to network and discuss state-of-the-art strategies to ensure competitive and equitable employment for Oklahoman’s with ...
Oregon HUD 811 Project Rental Assistance
July 17, 2017
“Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS), in partnership with the Department of Human Services and Oregon Health Authority, is committed to providing supportive housing opportunities through the HUD 811 Project Rental Assistance (PRA) program for ...
Oregon Local EF Teams’ Community of Practice
July 17, 2017
“During 2017, we worked with the DHS Employment First Office and Local Employment First teams on their ongoing Community of Practice (CoP), a subject-based discussion series of topics important to Employment First. Each topic was featured in a 2-hour ...
Pennsylvania Employment First Executive Order Summary
July 18, 2017
“On March 10, 2016, Governor Tom Wolf signed Executive Order 2016-03, “Establishing ‘Employment First’ Policy and Increasing Competitive-Integrated Employment for Pennsylvanians with a Disability.”…Per the requirements of ...
SC Employment First Initiative
July 18, 2017
“South Carolina is one of six states selected by the Administration for Community Living to receive funding in order to increase employment outcomes for youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities statewide. Employment First emphasizes ...
Vermont Aging & Disability Resource Connections: No Wrong Door
July 18, 2017
“Vermont’s Aging Disabilities Resource Connections (ADRC) initiative provides people of all ages, disabilities, and incomes with the information and support they need to make informed decisions about long term services and supports. ADRC ...
Virginia Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities
July 18, 2017
“Led by the Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services and the Virginia Department for the Blind and Vision Impaired, this grant will help nearly 500 Virginians with disabilities, including young adults and veterans, gain new skills and ...
Executive Order 01.01.2009.10 Maryland Disability History and Awareness Month
July 19, 2017
“Now, therefore, I, Martin O’Malley, Governor of the State of Maryland […] hereby proclaim the following executive order, effective immediately.State of Maryland Executive Branch agencies shall annually observe October as Disability History ...
Employment Resources for Adult Services Providers
July 27, 2017
~~“Successful job development is often a complex set of strategies that requires skill and commitment on the part of the individual seeking a job, their support staff and members of their team. Successful job developers use person-centered career ...
Delaware Home and Community-Based Lifespan Waiver
July 28, 2017
~~“Delaware Health and Social Services (DHSS)/Division of Medicaid and Medical Assistance (DMMA) and Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDDS) received approval from the Center for Medicaid Services (CMS) to amend the Home and Community-Based ...
Provider Manual for Community Developmental Disability Providers of State –Funded Developmental Disability Services Fiscal Year 2020
July 28, 2017
~~“Vision: Easy access to high-quality care that leads to a life of recovery and independence for the people we serve. Mission: Leading an accountable and effective continuum of care to support Georgians with behavioral health challenges, and ...
Person Centered Philosophy Statements
July 28, 2017
~~“The Person Centered Planning can be described as the balance between what is important to a person and what is important for a person. It is a way to identify strengths, preferences, needs (both clinical and support needs) and desired outcomes of a ...
IA Department of Human Services Report of Joint Protocols and Program Models
August 24, 2015
“IVRS and DHS are key collaborators in EFSLMP. “IVRS is the lead agency, but DHS has committed to staff and management resources and time. … Iowa has a “grassroots Employment First (E1st) initiative that influences the ...
Olmstead Plan for Mental Health and Disability Services: State plan framework (2011 - 2015)
August 24, 2015
“The Department of Human Service’s priorities for Olmstead Plan implementation include establishing the leadership, necessary partnerships and infrastructure for a service system expanding opportunities for competitive employment.”The goals ...
Meeting the Employment Transportation Needs of People with Disabilities in New Jersey
August 01, 2017
~~“Getting and keeping a job can be a challenge for anyone, regardless of disability status. For people with disabilities in New Jersey, the challenge can be even greater. Although the state has a large and extensive public transportation ...
Employment Learning Community : Improving Systems and Services for Individuals with IDD
August 01, 2017
~~The Employment Learning Community (ELC) assists states in improving systems and services to increase inclusive, competitive employment for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).The ELC has three key components:• Delphi ...
Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities Annual Report FY2017
November 01, 2017
“The Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) oversees a statewide system of supports and services for people with developmental disabilities and their families with the support of a diverse stakeholder community. The department does this by ...
Oregon Innovation Grant Awardees
November 01, 2017
“The Oregon Legislature awarded a Policy Option Package in the 2015-17 session for the Department of Human Services (DHS) to fund innovative Employment First projects to increase capacity throughout the state.The purpose of these grants is to expand ...
RISE 2 Work Partnership
November 01, 2017
“The RISE 2 Work partnership brings together a number of agencies focused on the needs of intellectually and developmentally disabled (I/DD) individuals and is focused on overcoming the stigma faced by such job seekers. Funds will help secure a shared ...
TX Implementation of Acute Care Services and the Long-term Services and Supports System Redesign
November 01, 2017
ACUTE CARE SERVICES AND LONG-TERM SERVICES AND SUPPORTS SYSTEM FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH AN INTELLECTUAL OR DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITY. In accordance with this chapter, the commission shall design and implement an acute care services and long-term services and ...
AB-1607 An act to amend Sections 4688.21 and 4850.3 of the Welfare and Institutions Code, Rrelating to Developmental Sservices.
November 02, 2017
~~“Existing law, the Lanterman Developmental Disabilities Services Act, requires the State Department of Developmental Services to contract with regional centers to provide services and supports to individuals with developmental disabilities and their ...
Wisconsin Employment First Grant Recipients
November 02, 2017
“The Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities awarded Employment First Partner grants to 14 community organizations, including: schools, employment providers, managed care organizations, and advocacy organizations. These ...
Iowa DHS: Stakeholder Brief by SELN
August 25, 2015
“Iowa Department of Human Services (DHS) has been keenly focused on improving opportunities for Iowans with disabilities to become employed in quality jobs in Iowa communities since 2000 when first awarded a Medicaid Infrastructure Grant (MIG), a ...
Iowa Coalition for Integrated Employment
August 25, 2015
“The Iowa Coalition for Integrated Employment’s consortium includes representatives from the Iowa DD Council, Iowa Department of Education, Iowa VR and the Department of Human Services. The partners have a history of routinely working together on ...
Iowa AIDD Partnerships in Employment Systems Change Grant
August 25, 2015
The Iowa Coalition for Integrated Employment’s consortium includes representatives from various government and advocacy agencies and organizations. The objections of the coalition are: “Develop a Readiness for Change Plan for ...
2014 Kansas Employment First Oversight Commission Report to the Governor and Kansas Legislature
September 01, 2015
This report has a number of recommendations with new or revised Employment First practices to support the Governor’s Employment First “Road Map,” including those that:“Incentivize the Goal of Employment First – The State of ...
Kansas Employment First Oversight Commission
September 01, 2015
“In order to ensure the Oversight Commission can effectively carry out its duties, the law places certain requirements on state agencies to help ensure that the law will be effectively and fully implemented. The law also places requirements on state ...
Nebraska Planning Council on Developmental Disabilities State Plan 2017-2021
September 02, 2015
Goal 3: Employment Influence systems change to provide increased opportunities for more individuals with intellectual and other developmental disabilities (I/DD) of diverse identities to pursue an employment path of their choice.· Provide support ...
Alabama Disability Employment Initiative
July 27, 2015
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) is a three-year federal grant-funded program that improves education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for people with disabilities who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving ...
Ready, Set, Go
September 02, 2015
~~“There are many decisions young adults must make when planning for life after high school. These materials and resources help young adults with developmental disabilities make decisions about supports as they move from high school to adult ...
New Hampshire HB 1174
September 03, 2015
“This bill establishes a committee to identify and recommend changes to New Hampshire laws and rules on the payment of subminimum wages to persons with disabilities.”
NH Granite State Employment Project 5 Year Strategic Plan (2008-2012)
September 03, 2015
The mission of the Granite State Employment Project is to improve employment opportunities for New Hampshire citizens with disabilities so that they may fully participate in and better contribute to their communities. The vision of the Granite ...
New Hampshire Council on Developmental Disabilities
September 03, 2015
“The purpose of State Councils is to ’engage in advocacy, capacity building, and systemic change activities that are consistent with the purpose of the DD Act and; contribute to a coordinated, consumer and family-centered, consumer and ...
New Hampshire Council on Developmental Disabilities (NHCDD) Five Year Plan (2016-2021), Executive Summary
September 03, 2015
Goal 2. Quality of Life: Individuals with developmental disabilities living in New Hampshire will have greater opportunities for inclusion through meaningful competitive employment, friendships and relationships, recreation and choice of social activities, ...
Institute on Disability/UCEDD - University of New Hampshire
September 03, 2015
“Trains students, self-advocates, families and professionals through coursework, seminars, workshops and conferences; Provides technical assistance to organizations and individuals to improve their capacity to include all citizens. Disseminates ...
New Hampshire Medicaid Infrastructure Grant Five Year Plan (2008-2012)
September 03, 2015
• MIG funds were used during 2002 and 2003 to provide the 13 New Hampshire Employment Security One-Stops with equipment and resource materials (e.g., screen readers, audio “how to” tapes) to make them more accessible to individuals with ...
Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) and Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) Joint Guidance on Referrals for Vocational Rehabilitation Services
February 07, 2018
“Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) and the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) have developed the following joint guidance for both County Boards of Developmental Disabilities and Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) staff to ...
Employment First Task Force Joint Guidance: Limitations on Use of Subminimum Wage
February 07, 2018
“Section 511 of the federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act of 2014 (WIOA), which took effect July 22, 2016, is intended to place limits on the payment of subminimum wage to individuals with disabilities, using special wage certificates under ...
Oregon Administrative Rules: Independent Providers Delivering Developmental Disabilities Services
February 07, 2018
“The rules in OAR chapter 411, division 375 establish the standards and procedures governing independent providers and the fiscal services provided on behalf of individuals who employ or contract with an independent provider.Independent providers ...
Employment First PA Fiscal Year 2017-2018 Quarter 4 Updates
February 07, 2018
This document lists updates from agencies involved with Pennsylvania’s Employment First initiative. Updates are focused around various priorities, including raising expectations for youth with disabilities, preparing students for school-to-work ...
Rhode Island Disability Employment Initiative Round 8
February 07, 2018
“RI DEI will fund four Disability Resource Coordinators and implement activities that will continue with its success in re-integrating the Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities populations from sheltered workshops and segregated day programs and ...
Expect Employment 2017: TN Employment First Task Force Report to the Governor
February 07, 2018
“Over the course of the fiscal year, several task force members completed major objectives in the strategic plan. Those include the implementation of the Employment and Community First CHOICES program and launch of the Transition Tennessee site. In ...
Utah Division of Services for People with Disabilities Annual Report 2016
February 07, 2018
“This report aims to illustrate the number of people who utilize the services provided by the [Division of Services for People with Disabilities], describe the services being used, provide accountability to the citizens of Utah, and highlight the ...
Vermont Developmental Disabilities Services Division Health and Wellness Guidelines
February 08, 2018
“The Developmental Disabilities Services Division is responsible to ensure the health and safety of people who receive Home and Community Based Services (HCBS)-funded developmental services.One of the key purposes of the Health and Wellness Guidelines ...
Medicaid Manual for Developmental Disabilities Services
February 08, 2018
“Medicaid Services in Vermont are provided under Global Commitment for Health 1115 Medicaid Waiver an agreement with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. It is a matching entitlement program that provides medical care to aged, blind, or disabled ...
Washington Community First Choice
February 08, 2018
“Community first choice (CFC) is a Washington apple health state plan benefit authorized under Section 1915(k) of the Social Security Act. CFC enables the agency and its contracted entities to deliver person-centered home and community based ...
The Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) Unit
February 12, 2018
~~“The Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) Unit is responsible for monitoring service providers and supports systems serving individuals who experience intellectual or developmental disabilities. The IDD Unit oversees the ...
The Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) Unit
February 12, 2018
~~“The Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) Unit is responsible for monitoring service providers and supports systems serving individuals who experience an intellectual or developmental disability. The IDD Unit oversees the Intellectual and ...
Louisiana Selected as Vision Quest State
February 13, 2018
“Louisiana is one of eight states selected to receive Training and Technical Assistanceas a Vision Quest State for the 2018 fiscal year under the United States Departmentof Labor's, Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP) Employment First ...
Maryland Minimum Wage Act of 2014 (HB 0295/CH0262)
February 13, 2018
“Incrementally increasing the State minimum wage rate to $10.10 beginning July 1, 2018; authorizing specified employers to pay employees under the age of 20 years a specified wage under specified circumstances; requiring the Department of Health and ...
Regional Employment Collaboratives
February 13, 2018
“Massachusetts is home to a number of collaborative efforts to improve employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. With funding from the Department of Developmental Services and the Department of Mental Health, these collaboratives are ...
Kentucky Supported Employment Training Project (SET-P)
September 04, 2015
Kentucky’s Supported Employment Training Project (SET-P) provides support for professionals who in turn support people with disabilities with finding good jobs. [Their] work through the Human Development Institute at the University of Kentucky, is ...
Notice of Emergency and Proposed Rulemaking: ID/DD Waiver
February 13, 2018
~~“The Department of Disability Services (DDS), Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA), operates the Medicaid Home and Community–Based Services (HCBS) Waiver for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (ID/DD Waiver) ...
Report to the Twenty-Ninth Legislature State of Hawaii 2018 on Long Term Adult Supports and Resources
February 14, 2018
~~“Long Term Adult Supports and Resources (LASR)This program provides supports for individuals who are eligible for DDD but not eligible for Medicaid services under the I/DD Waiver, or do not choose to receive Waiver services. The LASR Program ...
Memorandum of Understanding Transition to Employment of Students and Youth with Disabiilities
March 19, 2018
Vision: Through strong interagency collaboration, students with disabilities will exit school with competitive integrated employment and/or a connection to post-secondary education intended to lead to employment.1, Recitals and Purpose1.1. Nationally and in ...
Arkansas Employment First Task Force Final Report
July 28, 2015
"After the Governor signed Executive Order 10-17, the Department of Human Services convened the Employment First Task Force. The Task Force was comprised of representatives from state agencies, provider associations, and advocacy groups. The Task Force ...
University of Kentucky Graduate Certificate in Developmental Disabilities
September 04, 2015
“This certificate will present a comprehensive and unique perspective not available within any individual program on campus. The interdisciplinary nature of this field of study will be emphasized. In addition to a broad, interdisciplinary perspective, ...
New York State Expanding Program to Help Individuals with Disabilities find Employment
June 11, 2018
“The New York State Employment First Commission, created by Governor Andrew M. Cuomo and chaired by the New York State Office of Mental Health, has announced new resources to help increase employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. The ...
New York State Expanding Program to Help Individuals with Disabilities find Employment
June 11, 2018
“The New York State Employment First Commission, created by Governor Andrew M. Cuomo and chaired by the New York State Office of Mental Health, has announced new resources to help increase employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. The ...
Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities Web-based Training Catalog
June 12, 2018
This webpage features links to all training webinars offered by the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities, on topics including Medicaid, rules and regulations, providing services to various populations, etc. It is continuously updated.
Oregon Employment Services for Individuals with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities
June 12, 2018
“The purposes of the rules in OAR chapter 411, division 345 are to:Effectuate Oregon’s Employment First policy,…Prescribe service standards and requirements for providers of home and community-based services in settings where employment ...
Care Coordination Organization/Health Home (CCO/HH) Provider Policy Guidance and Manual
June 13, 2018
"Effective July 1, 2018, OPWDD will transition Care Management, both Medicaid Service Coordination (MSC) and Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) Waiver Plan of Care Support Services (PCSS) to the Health Home model of care. Health Home Care ...
Employment Advocacy Initiatives
June 13, 2018
“The Council supports a policy of “Employment First” in which employment in the general workforce is the first and preferred outcome in the provision of publicly funded services for all working age citizens with disabilities, regardless of ...
Memorandum of Understanding: Transition to Employment of Students and Youth with Disabilities
June 13, 2018
“Vision: Through strong interagency collaboration, students with disabilities will exit school with competitive integrated employment and/or a connection to post-secondary intended to lead to employment.”
Statewide Summit on Advocacy
June 13, 2018
“The Summit on Advocacy is an opportunity for self-advocates and partners to gather information around self-advocacy activities and policies. The purpose is to strengthen and enhance self-advocacy efforts in New Mexico.”
Navigating the System: A Guide for Individuals and Families
June 14, 2018
~~“The mission of Arizona’s Developmental Disabilities Planning Council (ADDPC) is to develop and support capacity building and systemic change to increase inclusion and involvement of persons with developmental disabilities in their communities ...
Louisiana OCDD and Employment First
September 05, 2015
The Office for Citizens with Developmental Disabilities (OCDD) believes that it is time to improve employment outcomes for people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities in Louisiana. Over the last few years the term “Employment ...
Project Search
October 22, 2018
~~Project SEARCH was originally launched in 1996 at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center. Designed to prepare young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities for competitive employment, this one-year “school- to-work” ...
Waiver Employment Services and Supports
October 22, 2018
~~This page has information on the following services and supports:Discovery and Career PlanningBenefits CounselingHawaii Work Incentives Planning and Assistance (WIPA)Individual Employment Supports•Job Development•Job Coaching
Medicaid I/DD Waiver
October 22, 2018
~~“Medicaid is a jointly funded, Federal-State health insurance program for people with limited income and resources who meet eligibility requirements. The Medicaid 1915(c) Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Waiver for individuals with ...
Employment First
October 22, 2018
~~The Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities believes that all people, regardless of disability, should have the opportunity to work and recognizes that individuals with I/DD achieve successful employment outcomes when:•They are ...
Medicaid I/DD Waiver Providers
October 22, 2018
~~Services are provided through the Medicaid 1915(c) Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Waiver, for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (Medicaid I/DD Waiver). The purpose of the Medicaid I/DD Waiver is to support people to have ...
Developmental Disabilities Worker’s Guide
October 24, 2018
~~“SPPC services are available to eligible individuals – up to 20 hours each month – as stand-alone attendant/personal care services and related supports, or in combination with the Community First Choice Option/K Plan services. ...
New Jersey Governor’s Employment First Declaration
September 08, 2015
~~“Recognizing the opportunity for New Jersey to improve employment statistics by increasing the number of people with disabilities in the general workforce, Governor Christie declared New Jersey an “Employment First” state on April ...
NJ Department of Health and Human Services Employment First Statement
September 08, 2015
“People with disabilities are a multi-skilled workforce resource for employers. An inclusive workplace promotes diversity, expands the tax base and creates an expanded pool of qualified candidates for available jobs. ‘Employment First’ is ...
DiscoverAbility: New Jersey’s Strategic Plan for Creating a Comprehensive Employment System for People with Disabilities
September 08, 2015
During the final year of the DiscoverAbility NJ project, New Jersey became an Employment First state and joined the national State Employment Leadership Network (SELN). Nonprofit community service providers assist people with disabilities with a wide range of ...
FY 2019 Provider Rate Increase FAQ's
November 05, 2018
~~During the past legislative session, Governor Haslam and the Tennessee General Assembly dedicated approximately $50 million in state and federal dollars towards a rate increase for providers contracted with the Department of Intellectual and Developmental ...
DIDD Launches State Employment Mentorship Program
November 05, 2018
~~‘The Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (DIDD) launched a new mentorship program today, designed to leverage in-state employment expertise to increase competitive, integrated employment opportunities in Tennessee for years to ...
Vermont State System of Care Plan for Developmental Disabilities Services, FY 2018- FY 2020
November 06, 2018
~~The mission of the Department of Disabilities, Aging and Independent Living (DAIL) is to make Vermont the best state in which to grow old or to live with a disability; with dignity, respect and independence. Core Principles of DAIL• ...
Office of Special Education Transition Requirements – NJ Administrative Code 6A-14
September 08, 2015
(34) Transition services. The term "transition services" means a coordinated set of activities for a child with a disability that— (A) is designed to be within a results-oriented process, that is focused on improving the academic and ...
New Jersey Department of Human Services Division of Developmental Disabilities Olmstead Plan
September 08, 2015
Action Step 8: Expansion of Community Supports (RFP to expand agencies qualified to provide housing, residential, employment/day medical, and behavioral supports) with outcome of 63 agencies qualified to provide employment/day supports, andAction Step 9: ...
DiscoverAbility NJ
September 08, 2015
~~“Within the past decade, considerable scholarly and applied research reports have described the barriers to employment and economic independence faced by people with disabilities. Despite many government efforts and research that provides ...
Adult Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Waiver Redesign Stakeholder Group
May 08, 2019
~“Adult Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Waiver Redesign Stakeholders provide guidance and advice to the Department on the development and implementation of a redesigned waiver to support adults with intellectual and developmental ...
New Jersey Money Follows the Person
September 08, 2015
Money Follows the Person (MFP) is a federal demonstration project that helps eligible individuals who have been residing in nursing homes and developmental centers for a minimum of 90 consecutive days move into a community-setting. The setting will offer ...
Arkansas Governor’s Developmental Disability Council Funding FAQs
July 28, 2015
~~“FAQsQ - What is the Governor's Council on Developmental Disabilities?A - The Council is a federally funded, self-governing organization charged with identifying the most pressing needs of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in ...
2018 Olmstead Report – Integrated Education/Employment
May 15, 2019
~~“The Division of Developmental Disabilities (DHHS-DD) is transitioning existing employment approaches to come into compliance with the Home and community Based Services (HCBS) Final Rule. The report summarizes progress and challenges in achieving ...
New Mexico Department of Health Action Steps
September 08, 2015
The New Mexico Department of Health will, "continue to utilize the New Mexico Employment Institute (NMEI) in areas of job development and technical assistance to train and assist providers.DDSD hopes to achieve the 38% FY13 target, through continued ...
Home and Community Based Services Provider Manual DRAFT
May 16, 2019
~~“Supported employment services may be provided in a variety of settings, particularly work sites. Supported employment services include the following:•Supervision and training that are not job-related•Intensive ongoing ...
About the Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
May 20, 2019
~~“The Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (DIDD) is the state agency responsible for administering services and support to Tennesseans with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This is done in several ways, including ...
Expect Employment Report to the Governor 2018
May 20, 2019
~~“This fifth annual report to the governor continues to document the task force’s progress as identified in the five goals outlined in the strategic plan. Furthermore, this report continues to highlight the people behind the numbers who ...
Medicaid Balancing Incentives Program
May 20, 2019
~~“Federal law established the Balancing Incentive Program (BIP) which increases the Federal Medical Assistance Percentage to participating states through September 2015 in exchange for states making certain structural reforms to increase access to ...
Governor’s Executive Order Number 136 “Establishing the New York Employment First Initiative to Increase Employment of New Yorkers with Disabilities”
September 08, 2015
…”NOW, THEREFORE, I, ANDREW M. CUOMO, Governor of the State of New York, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the State of New York, do hereby order as follows: … B. Employment First Commission1. ...
New York State Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD), The Road to. Reform: Putting People First, April 2013
September 08, 2015
Road to Reform Report: April 2013 report from New York State Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) that delineates specific policies regarding policies and goals for improving employment outcomes, under a transformation agreement with CMS, ...
NY OPWDD Statewide Comprehensive Plan (2012-2016)
September 08, 2015
October 2010 report indicating that “OPWDD is promoting Employment First as a preferred outcome for all people with developmental disabilities.OPWDD continues its efforts to greatly expand the number of people with developmental disabilities who are ...
Annual Maryland Transition Conference 2019
September 30, 2019
~~“Help us celebrate the partnerships between public vocational rehabilitation, community organizations, and the Maryland workforce partners that create successful outcomes for Marylanders with disabilities who want to work.Mark your calendars for ...
Mississippi ABLE
September 30, 2019
~~“What is an ABLE account?ABLE accounts are savings accounts for individuals with disabilities which will not affect their public benefits. These accounts can be used for daily transactions and/or long-term savings. Income earned in the ...
NY Partnerships in Employment - University of Rochester
September 09, 2015
~~“A State and Regional Consortia will be created to engage in systems change efforts that contribute to the following 1) developing policies that support competitive employment integrated settings as the first and desired outcome for youth and young ...
Employment Data Collection Frequently Asked Questions
October 03, 2019
~~“The TN SPDC Tool serves as an easy way for providers to deliver data to their program director.Data is collected for all individuals receiving DIDD residential, day, and/or employment services regardless of their employment status. However if a ...
Tennessee DIDD Annual Report 2018
October 03, 2019
~~“The Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (DIDD) is the state department responsible for administration and oversight of community-based services for Tennesseans with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The department ...
State of Rhode Island Employment First
September 09, 2015
“Changing Lives through Integrated Employment ...Employment First promotes community-based, integrated employment as the first option for employment services for individuals with disabilities. Conversations about Employment First are taking place in ...
14c (Subminimum Wages) Rhode Island Settlement
September 09, 2015
“The Justice Department announced… that it has entered into a statewide settlement agreement that will resolve violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) for approximately 3,250 Rhode Islanders with intellectual and developmental ...
SB-81: Developmental services
May 04, 2020
“(1) Existing law, the Lanterman Developmental Disabilities Services Act, requires the State Department of Developmental Services to contract with regional centers to provide services and supports to individuals with developmental disabilities and their ...
NC Employment First Website
September 09, 2015
This document outlines the services offered by the NC Department of Health and Human Services, including employment plans, employment counselors, School-to-Life services, rehabilitation engineering and benefits counseling.NC DHHS Employment First philosophy ...
An Order Transferring the Tennessee Early Intervention System from the Department of Education to the Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
May 06, 2020
“WHEREAS, the Tennessee Early Intervention System (hereinafter "TEIS") is a voluntary educational program for infants and toddlers with disabilities and their families that is designed to support, facilitate, and encourage the child's ...
Department of Developmental Services
May 06, 2020
“The Department of Developmental Services provides supports for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities including Autism Spectrum Disorder to enhance opportunities to become fully engaged members of their community….The ...
NC Employment First Steering Committee
September 09, 2015
The NC Employment First Steering Committee “is a statewide workgroup that formed in 2011 with more than 30 members currently representing various disability groups- Mental Illness, Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, Substance ...
Maryland Transition Resource Guide
May 06, 2020
“This guide provides tips and resources to help plan for adulthood and life after high school. Get ready to consider choices, explore options, and take action to prepare for your future.“
DC Department on Disability Services (DDS): Services
July 29, 2020
“About UsThe Department on Disability Services (DDS) is composed of two Administrations that oversee and coordinate services for residents with disabilities through a network of private and non-profit providers: Developmental Disabilities Administration ...
CT Department of Developmental Services (DDS) Advocates' Corner Employment Services
July 29, 2020
“About UsThe Department of Developmental Services (DDS) Advocates' Corner provides information and resources to Connecticut Citizens with intellectual disabilities, their families and professionals. This website focuses on, self advocacy, ...
Governor's Council on Disabilities & Special Education (GCDSE): Annual Update Oct 2018 - Sept 2019: Creating change that improves the lives of Alaskans with disabilities
July 29, 2020
“Alaskans share a vision of a flexible system in which each person directs their own supports, based on their strengths and abilities, toward a meaningful life in their home, their job and their community. Our vision includes supported families, ...
Developmental Disabilities Services State Fiscal Year 2019 Annual Report
July 31, 2020
“The Vermont Developmental Disabilities Services Division is pleased to share the Annual Report on Developmental Disabilities Services (DDS) for State Fiscal Year 2019. We encourage people who receive services, family members, agency partners, ...
1915(c) Waiver Changes to Employment and Day Services
August 01, 2020
“Training Outline:1. Why and how waiver changes were developed (slides 4-7)2. Overview of waiver changes• New services (slides 8-45)➢Summary and detailed requirements➢ Justifications (IOGs)• Other notable changes (slides 46-51)3. Overview ...
DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES OREGON ADMINISTRATIVE RULES
August 01, 2020
“The purposes of the rules in OAR chapter 411, division 345 are to:(1) Effectuate Oregon’s Employment First policy, as described in the State of Oregon Executive Order No. 15-01 and OAR chapter 407, division 025, under which:(a) The employment of ...
Adult Services Autism Commission
August 18, 2020
“Adult services for autism and disabilities focus on resources that impact all facets of adult life including employment, housing, community life and post-secondary education.”This page contains quick links to a range of services to support adults ...
Medicaid Managed Care Policy Paper North Carolina’s Design for State-Funded Services Under Behavioral Health and Intellectual/Developmental Disability Tailored Plans
August 19, 2020
“This policy paper details the Department’s vision for the delivery of State-funded behavioral health, iintellectual and developmental disability (I/DD), and traumatic brain injury (TBI) services I/DD, as well as the continuation of critical ...
Updated Guidance: Adult Day Services
August 19, 2020
“As Ohio’s economy continues to reopen, Ohioans with developmental disabilities are looking to safely return to the places, jobs, and activities they love. It is imperative that people can engage in the activities they choose, with the services ...
Employment First
August 19, 2020
“As part of the Employment First Initiative, OOD [Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities] and the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) have established an interagency agreement to expand Supported Employment services for working-age ...
Arkansas Governor’s Developmental Disabilities Council's "Funded Projects"
July 28, 2015
~~“The Council is supporting a variety of projects in the 2017-2018 grant period to benefit Arkansans with I/DD and their families. These projects are taking place across the state, with programs in every Congressional District..
North Carolina Association of Rehabilitation Facilities (NCARF)
September 09, 2015
“NCARF is a professional organization dedicated to assisting its member organizations in the provision of services to individuals with disabilities. NCARF is composed of members representing North Carolina's community rehabilitation ...
Arkansas Employment First Task Force Training Recommendations
July 28, 2015
The Final Report of the Employment First Task Force included a number of recommendations related to training, including:Recommendation 1: Provide training on disability employment to State agency and provider agency staff.State agencies should offer three ...
Managed Care in North Carolina - Piedmont Behavioral Health Care
September 09, 2015
“Under the CCNC program, North Carolina contracts with 14 community networks, which are each paid a per member per month fee to coordinate patient care. Networks are paid a higher fee to coordinate the needs of aged, blind, and disabled beneficiaries. ...
North Dakota Senate Bill No. 2271
September 09, 2015
Legislation signed into law in April 2013, establishing a Committee on Employment of People with Disabilities, for furthering the goal of employment as the first option for people with disabilities.
North Dakota Developmental Disabilities Policy Manual
September 09, 2015
~~“The purpose of this manual is to establish policies and procedures for implementing the provisions of Federal and State Regulating Authority for Developmental Disabilities Services in the State of North Dakota. Developmental Disabilities ...
North Dakota Protection & Advocacy Project
September 09, 2015
As encouraged by federal funding sources, and following input activities by people with disabilities, family members and the public, each year P&A chooses some of the most important issues affecting people with disabilities and makes them priorities. ...
ND State Rehabilitation Council
September 09, 2015
“The purpose of the North Dakota State Rehabilitation Council is to advise the Director of North Dakota Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) on issues concerning policy and program, delivery of services, and methods for reaching potential ...
South Dakota Dept of Human Services Employment First Philosophy
September 09, 2015
“The S.D. Department of Human Services Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) is engaged in bringing integrated employment supports for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities into greater focus. Through funds granted by the ...
Governor Creates Task Force on Employing People with Disabilities
September 09, 2015
“Led by the state Department of Human Services, the task force will bring the private and public sectors together to ensure people with disabilities are a vital part of South Dakota’s workforce. The task force will offer a broad spectrum of ...
South Dakota Employment First Works Task Force: Recommendations
September 09, 2015
“Governor Daugaard announced his Employment Works Initiative in the spring of 2013, and a task force was created in July 2013 to help guide his efforts. Assembling a broad spectrum of interests was considered integral to the success of the South Dakota ...
South Dakota Disability Awareness Month
September 09, 2015
“Gov. Dennis Daugaard has proclaimed October as Disability Employment Awareness Month in South Dakota, carrying the national theme “‘Because We Are Equal to the Task.’” “The state Department of Human Services (DHS) joins a ...
Ohio Employment First Executive Order
September 10, 2015
~~“Governor John Kasich officially launched Ohio’s Employment First Initiative when he signed Executive Order 2012-05K on March 19, 2012. The Executive Order established statewide collaboration and coordination by creating the Employment First ...
Ohio's Path to Employment First
September 10, 2015
“Successful implementation of Employment First requires a multi-pronged approach and a long-term commitment to systems change…. A comprehensive approach must focus on key strategies; all designed to work synergistically to impact a service ...
Ohio Employment First Administrative Rule
September 10, 2015
The Administrative Rules assert that, “Community Employment is competitive employment that takes place in an integrated setting;Every individual of working age will have a person-centered planning process to identify their desired employment outcome and ...
Ohio Transition Planning Requirements in IEPs
September 10, 2015
“Transition assessment affords the opportunity for professionals from across agencies to co-plan and review information that will highlight the youth's preferences, interests, needs and skills relevant to building a profile of the youth as a future ...
Ohio - “New Requirements for Secondary Transition Services for Students with Disabilities: Frequently Asked Questions”
September 10, 2015
The New Requirements state that IEPs must start at age 14, update annually and contain,“Appropriate measurable post-secondary goals based upon age-appropriate transition assessments related to training, education and independent living skills; ...
Ohio DD System Requirements
September 10, 2015
“In order to make community employment the expected and preferred outcome for people with developmental disabilities, the Ohio DD system is required to align policies, procedures, eligibility, enrollment, and planning for services across state ...
Employment First Administrative Rule (5123: 2-2-05)
September 10, 2015
“The purpose of this rule is to implement the employment first policy in accordance with section 5123.022 of the Revised Code… This rule applies to county boards of developmental disabilities and providers responsible for planning, coordinating, ...
Ohio Employment First Taskforce Common Principles
September 10, 2015
“The Ohio Employment First Taskforce agencies agree that community employment should be the first option for all working age adults and transition-age youth with developmental disabilities. Employment First is a philosophy of service that presumes that ...
South Dakota's Disability Employment Initiative (DEI)
September 10, 2015
The SDDEI's goal is to improve educational, training and employment opportunities and outcomes for youth with disabilities as a means to economic self-sufficiency. The project has a comprehensive model for improving employment outcomes of youth with ...
SD Advocacy Services
September 10, 2015
~~“What We DoDRSD assists South Dakotans who have a disability and have concerns about their legal rights. DRSD accomplishes this through information and referral, individual advocacy, alternative dispute resolution, and administrative or legal ...
Ohio Disability Employment Initiative
September 10, 2015
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) is a three-year federal grant-funded program that improves education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for people with disabilities who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving ...
Ohio Employment First Provider Support Trainings
September 10, 2015
Professional development activities are available to providers by the Ohio Employment First Initiative. Trainings include, but are not limited to Mobile Technology as Employment Supports; Task Analysis for Job Coaches; The Role of the Occupational ...
South Dakota SELN
September 10, 2015
“The state Department of Human Services (DHS) recently became a member of the State Employment Leadership Network (SELN), connecting South Dakota with developmental disability agencies across the country that are devoted to improving employment outcomes ...
South Dakota's Disability Employment Initiative (DEI)
September 10, 2015
The SDDEI's goal is to improve educational, training and employment opportunities and outcomes for youth with disabilities as a means to economic self-sufficiency. The project has a comprehensive model for improving employment outcomes of youth with ...
AK Governor’s Council on Disabilities and Special Education
July 29, 2015
Alaska' unique geographical area with a relatively small population requires a management system tailored to meet the needs of Alaskans. The Governor's Council on Disabilities & Special Education was created to meet Alaska's diverse needs. The ...
Governor’s Executive Order Order Establishing The Tennessee Employment First I
September 10, 2015
“NOW, THEREFORE, I, Bill Haslam, Governor of the State of Tennessee… do hereby order and direct the following:1. State agencies coordinate efforts to increase opportunities for integrated and competitive employment for Tennesseans with ...
Ohio Self Empowered Life Funding (SELF) Handbook
September 10, 2015
~~“A waiver is a Medicaid program that can pay for the services a person withdevelopmental disabilities needs. A waiver is one way to pay for services. Servicescan be things like help cooking food or doing laundry, help getting around, or helpfinding a ...
OK Developmental Disabilities Services Employment Policy 317:40-7-1
September 10, 2015
The policy states that, “The optimum goal [for employment services] is full-time employment at prevailing wage in business or industry at an occupation of the service recipient's choice with natural supports.…. There may be instances ...
Oklahoma Olmstead Strategic Plan
September 10, 2015
“The Plan includes information about recent developments made by the state of Oklahoma. These developments include legislation to improve certain aspects of service delivery and policies. The developments demonstrate progress in establishing the ...
Oklahoma Community Integrated Employment (CIE)
September 10, 2015
“Community Integrated Employment (CIE) is a service program that provides placement, job training and short-term or long-term supports to assist service recipients in achieving and maintaining employment within the community. Services are ...
Tennessee Employment First
September 10, 2015
~~“Employment First, means that employment in the general workforce should be the first and preferred option for individuals with disabilities receiving assistance from publicly funded systems. Simply put, Employment First means real jobs, real ...
Expect Employment: TN Employment First Taskforce Report 2014
September 10, 2015
“The Employment First Task Force concluded its first year on August 1, 2014, with the following recommendations:1. Develop a Memorandum of Understanding among state agencies to facilitate coordination among programs and produce successful outcomes for ...
Tennessee Employment Consortium
September 10, 2015
“The Tennessee Employment Consortium (TEC) is a statewide organization focused on increasing the number of Tennesseans in integrated employment. The consortium comprises volunteers from the state's Division of Mental Retardation Services (DMRS) and ...
Tennessee Inclusive Higher Education Alliance
September 10, 2015
~~“The Tennessee Inclusive Higher Education Alliance was formed in May 2007 to increase awareness about the need for postsecondary opportunities in Tennessee, to gather information about postsecondary programs in other states, and to develop a pilot ...
The ARC Tennessee
September 10, 2015
~~“ The Arc Tennessee is a grassroots, non-profit, statewide advocacy organization for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. Founded in 1952, The Arc Tennessee is affiliated with The Arc United States and works ...
Tennessee Works
September 10, 2015
“We’re transforming the employment landscape for young people with intellectual and developmental disabilities across the state. Meaningful work. Real pay. Opportunities for every Tennessean with a disability.” “Our partnership is focused on helping: ...
AIDD Partnerships in Employment
September 10, 2015
TennesseeWorks Partnership: Changing the Employment Landscape“The Vanderbilt Kennedy University Center for Excellence in DevelopmentalDisabilities and 28 agencies and organizations will develop a vibrant collaborativeacross the state to increase the ...
AK DHHS Tools for Transitioning to Employment - Powerpoint
July 30, 2015
This tool details information on helping youth transition from school settings into community employment. It also has detailed information about Employment First, including basic Employment First concepts, the benefits of Employment First, and how to ...
Texas Department of Aging and Disabilities (DADs) Guide to Employment for People with Disabilities
September 11, 2015
“The purpose of this guide is to provide information on how to support and assist working-age people with disabilities who are receiving DADS services to obtain and maintain competitive, integrated employment. Through this guide, DADS intends to provide ...
Texas Employment First Policy and Texas Employment First Task Force Report - Fall 2014
September 11, 2015
“Senate Bill 1226 (S.B. 1226), 83rd Legislature, Regular Session, 2013, promotes employment for individuals with disabilities by establishing an Employment First policy for the state of Texas and also creating an Employment First Task Force (the Task ...
Texas Employment First Task Force Home Page
September 11, 2015
“The Employment First Task Force, authorized by Senate Bill 1226 (83rd Legislature, Regular Session, 2013), was established by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission executive commissioner to promote competitive employment of people with ...
“Texas Transition and Employment Guide”
September 11, 2015
~~“This transition and employment guide is for students in Texas public school, who may have received special education services due to a disability. It also provides helpful information for their parents and has steps that they can take to find the ...
Texas Dept of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services and Dept of Aging and Disability Services MOA
September 11, 2015
Recognizing the need to coordinate the provision of services to individuals receiving services from the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS) who may be eligible for or are receiving Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) or Independent Living (IL) ...
Employment First Task Force Home Page
September 11, 2015
“The Employment First Task Force, authorized by Senate Bill 1226 (83rd Legislature, Regular Session, 2013), was established by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission executive commissioner to promote competitive employment of people with ...
Texas Money Follows The Person
September 11, 2015
~~“Texas was among the first 30 states chosen to participate in the Money Follows the Person Demonstration (MFPD) in 2007. As of June 2016, 43 states participate in this federal demonstration designed to help older adults or persons who have ...
Utah House of Representatives Bill (H.B 240)
September 11, 2015
“This bill: requires the Department of Workforce Services, the Utah State Office of Rehabilitation, and the Division of Services for People with Disabilities to, when providing services to a person with a disability, give priority to providing services ...
Utah Executive Order (Model Employer for People with Disabilities)
September 11, 2015
Governor Jon M. Huntsman Jr., declares that, “Utah state government will strive to become the model employer of qualified people with disabilities…”“Some programmatic components [of the executive order] include, a promotional outreach ...
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Utah 2011 Supported Work Independence (HB 45)
September 11, 2015
“This bill makes the pilot program for provision of supported employment services, contained in the Services to People With Disabilities Chapter of the Utah Human Services Code, into an ongoing program. The program is designed to assist individuals with ...
Utah “Employment First Strategic Plan”
September 11, 2015
“Our Mission: to ensure services offered by DSPD emphasize, promote, and support competitive, integrated and community-based employment for people with disabilities.” The “Strategic Issues” include, stakeholder education, financing and ...
Utah Division of Services for People with Disabilities Annual Report (2015)
September 11, 2015
“Supported Employment helps adults with disabilities obtain, maintain, and advance in competitive employment in integrated work settings paying minimum wage or more. These services are provided individually or in groups, with a job coach or co-worker ...
MA DDS Employment First Initiative - Progress Report
September 11, 2015
“For the operation of a pilot program to support individuals with disabilities transitioning from employment services offered at sheltered workshops to community-based employment or day support program services as part of the commonwealth's ...
MA DDS Employment First Policy
September 11, 2015
“This policy, known as the ‘Employment First’ policy, establishes that for working age adults served by the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, integrated, individual employment is the preferred service option and optimal ...
Utah Employment First Partnership
September 11, 2015
The Utah Employment First Partnership is a commitment among the Utah Department of Work Force Services (DWS), the Division of Services for People with Disabilities (DSPD), and the Utah State Office of Rehabilitation (USOR) to improve state government services ...
MO Division of Developmental Disabilities - Employment First
September 11, 2015
~~“The Missouri Division of Developmental Disabilities along with our partners, including the individuals we support, community provider agencies, other state and local funding agencies are committed to enhancing community employmentoptions for persons ...
MA Blueprint for Success: Partnerships
September 11, 2015
"In July 2013, the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) Commissioner Elin Howe appointed a group of disability providers, advocates and DDS leaders to examine day and employment support programs for adults with intellectual disabilities (ID). The ...
MO HealthNet Eligibility
September 11, 2015
“In response to concerns raised by Pilot Communities, the Division of DD and the Family Support Division within Social Services developed a new protocol allowing the Medicaid application to be submitted up to 90 days prior to a student’s ...
Show Me Careers: Missouri's Transition-to-Employment Collaborative
September 11, 2015
“The Show-Me-Careers project targets youth ages 16-30 with I/DD who are transitioning from secondary or post-secondary educational settings to community employment. Show-Me-Careers is funded by the Administration on Intellectual and Developmental ...
Arizona Developmental Disabilities Planning Council (ADDPC)
July 30, 2015
~~“A staff of six assists the all-volunteer Arizona Developmental Disabilities Planning Council, which is made up of individuals with disabilities, family members, professional stakeholders and state agency representatives appointed by the Governor of ...
Utah Division of Services for People with Disabilities Customized Employment Initiative
September 11, 2015
“The Utah Division of Services for People with Disabilities & Griffin-Hammis Associates is sponsoring a six-session year-long training series resulting in an optional National Certification in Community Employment Services through the Association of ...
The Lanterman Developmental Disabilities Services Act (AB 1041)
July 31, 2015
“The Lanterman Developmental Disabilities Services Act authorizes the State Department of Developmental Services to contract with regional centers to provide support and services to individuals with developmental disabilities.” “This ...
MO Ticket to Work
September 11, 2015
The Ticket to Work and Work Incentive Act of 1999 established an employment program for people who want to go to work that receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. The program was designed ...
MO Partnerships in Employment - "Show Me Careers"
September 11, 2015
Show Me Careers: This project will address the needs of youth and young adults ages 16 to 30 with developmental and intellectual disabilities (DD/ID) who are in the process of transitioning from secondary or post-secondary education settings to community ...
Vermont State System of Care Plan for Developmental Disabilities Services, FY 2018-2020
September 11, 2015
“The Plan is intended to help people with developmental disabilities, their families, advocates, service providers and policy makers understand how resources for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families are managed. It lays out ...
Maryland Executive Order 01.01.2007.13
September 11, 2015
"It is the policy of the State of Maryland to ensure a smooth and effective transition for all students with disabilities from secondary education to adult services such as postsecondary education and employment; and to provide transition planning for ...
NE Project SEARCH
September 11, 2015
“Project SEARCH helps students with disabilities learn vocational and competitive skills to help them enter the workplace and to become more independent in the work environment. Nebraska VR will expand Project SEARCH and its services for students ...
WA County Services for Working Age Adults Policy 4.11
September 11, 2015
“This policy establishes employment supports as the first use of employment and day program funds for working age adults and ensures that after nine months of employment services the person may choose Community Access. The policy establishes guidelines ...
Blueprint for Reform for Individuals with Disabilities
July 31, 2015
“The California Department of Rehabilitation (DOR), California Department of Education (CDE), and California Department of Developmental Services (DDS) have entered into a new agreement consistent with the State's ‘Employment First’ ...
WA State Governor’s Executive Order 13-02 - Employment of people with disabilities
September 11, 2015
Executive Order 13-02 includes several directives including a Disability Employment Challenge that establishes a goal of five percent of Washington state government’s workforce being comprised of persons living with a disability. A Disability Employment ...
WA Department of Human Resources Supported Employment Program
September 11, 2015
“The Supported Employment in State Government (SESG) Program, RCW 41.04 was adopted by the Legislature in 1999 and provides paid competitive employment opportunities for individuals with developmental and other significant disabilities in integrated ...
WA Jobs by 21 Partnership Project
September 11, 2015
“In 2007 the Washington state legislature developed the Jobs by 21 Partnership Project to identify and demonstrate best practices in sustainable partnerships among Washington’s school and adult service systems in increasing employment of young ...
WA Jobs by 21 Partnership Project
September 11, 2015
“In 2007 the Washington state legislature developed the Jobs by 21 Partnership Project to identify and demonstrate best practices in sustainable partnerships among Washington’s school and adult service systems in increasing employment of ...
MD Department of Disabilities Employment First
September 12, 2015
In November of 2014, MDOD was designated the Lead State Agency for a technical assistance opportunity through the US Department of Labor Office on Disability Employment Policy (ODEP). The Employment First Core State Leadership Mentoring Program will provide ...
MD Developmental Disabilities Administration Position Statement on Employment Services
September 12, 2015
"In 2008, the Developmental Disabilities Administration’s (DDA) engaged stakeholders in an intensive strategic planning process, including planning to improve employment outcomes for people with developmental disabilities in Maryland. The following ...
Employment First in Maryland
September 12, 2015
In 2008/2009, the Developmental Disabilities Administration’s (DDA) engaged stakeholders in an intensive strategic planning process, including planning to improve employment outcomes for people with developmental disabilities in Maryland. The ...
MD Governor’s Interagency Transition Council (IATC)
September 12, 2015
~~The Interagency Transition Council for Youth with Disabilities (IATC) is a partnership of State and local government agencies, educators, family members and advocates. The IATC's purpose is to help improve the policies and practices that affect Maryland ...
Maryland Governor’s Transitioning Youth Initiative (GTYI)
September 12, 2015
~~“Transitioning Youth comprise a special category of eligibility and priority for services. Through the Governor's Transitioning Youth Initiative the DDA, in collaboration with the Division of Rehabilitative Services (DORS), has been able to fund ...
California Limited Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP)
July 31, 2015
~“The Limited Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP) is designed to help persons with disabilities get jobs in the California state civil service. LEAP is an alternative to the traditional testing process, allowing applicants to demonstrate ...
Maryland Center for Developmental Disabilities
September 12, 2015
~~“The Maryland Center for Developmental Disabilities is one of a national network of University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities funded by the Administration on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.Our mission is to provide ...
Annual Maryland Transition Conference
September 12, 2015
Sponsored by the Governor's Interagency Transition Council, for Youth with Disabilities. Topics Include:EmploymentPostsecondary EducationAdult Service LinkagesAccommodations & SupportsYouth Development & LeadershipHousing
Maryland Disability WorkFORCE Information Exchange
September 12, 2015
A statewide resource center providing • Best Practices for Employment and Individuals with Disabilities • Classroom Training • Informational Website • Follow-up Support • ...
United States vs. Baltimore County, MD
September 12, 2015
The decree requires the County to adopt new policies and procedures regarding the administration of medical examinations and inquiries and provide training on the ADA to all current supervisory employees and all employees who participate in making ...
DEI Grantee Abstracts (CA Round 2)
July 31, 2015
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) is a three-year federal grant-funded program that improves education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for people who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving Social Security ...
CA Employment First Memorandum of Understanding
July 31, 2015
This project will use a multi-faceted approach to apply key elements from high performing states in integrated competitive employment and principles of Collaborative Leadership. A unified value, vision, and expectation for competitive integrated employment ...
WV Developmental Disabilities Council: 2014 Legislative Statements
September 12, 2015
EMPLOYMENT FIRST INITIATIVE:“The Council will support legislation that promotes valued, integrated employment with competitive wages as the first and preferred outcome for people with developmental disabilities. The Council asserts that employment ...
West Virginia Developmental Disabilities Council Five Year State Plan FFY 2017-2021
September 12, 2015
“The West Virginia Council coordinated activities during the Fall of 2015 and Spring of 2016 that encouraged people to provide their views on a wide range of issues affecting people with developmental disabilities and their families. Nearly six hundred ...
California Employment Consortium for Youth
July 31, 2015
“California Employment Consortium for Youth: California was awarded a federal 5-year employment systems change grant by The Administration on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities to increase the number of youth and young adults with intellectual ...
WV Student Transition to Employment Project
September 12, 2015
“The Student Transition to Employment (STEP) Project is designed to train special education teachers and aides to become vendors with the WV Division of Rehabilitation Services (WVDRS). Working in close partnership with the WVDRS School Counselor, ...
WV Customized Employment Grant
September 12, 2015
“This funding announcement is intended to provide support to agencies that can work with employers in meeting their needs by finding, maintaining and improving the employment status of individuals with disabilities in competitive employment in ...
Mississippi Executive Order 1335
September 13, 2015
“Whereas, my administration is committed to supporting policies under which agencies that provide services to persons with disabilities and/or provide employment, economic development, or other related services explore employment in an integrated ...
Mississippi Concurrent Resolution No. 563
September 13, 2015
“State agencies that provide services and support to persons with disabilities shall coordinate efforts and collaborate within and among such agencies to ensure that state programs, policies, procedures and funding support competitive employment in ...
Mississippi Council on Developmental Disabilities
September 13, 2015
Employment Objectives:• “Identify and promote at least one Best Practice Model for increasing community employment options for individuals with Developmental Disabilities.”• “Identify at least one barrier to increasing community ...
MS Partnerships in Employment
September 13, 2015
“Mississippi Partnerships in Employment (MSPE) will build capacity across existing state systems for sustainable systems change to improve outcomes for youth and young adults with DD/ID seeking competitive employment in integrated settings. The ...
Minnesota Employment First Policy
September 13, 2015
The Employment First Policy envisions a future where all people with disabilities can achieve competitive, integrated employment. Competitive employment means:· Full-time, part-time, or ...
Minnesota’s Olmstead Plan
September 13, 2015
“In January 2013, Governor Mark Dayton issued an Executive Order establishing a Sub-Cabinet to develop and implement a comprehensive plan supporting freedom of choice and opportunity for people with disabilities…The Sub-Cabinet evaluates ...
Minnesota DEI Grant Abstract (Round 5)
September 14, 2015
The Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) is a three-year federal grant-funded program that improves education, training, employment opportunities, and employment outcomes for people with disabilities who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving ...
Oregon Senate Bill 22 - Employment First
September 14, 2015
The bill details the rights of persons with developmental disabilities who are receiving developmental disability services. It proclaims that “individuals with intellectual and other developmental disabilities and society as a whole benefit when ...
Oregon Executive Order 15-01 - Providing employment services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
September 14, 2015
Supersedes Executive Order 13-04 “This Executive Order revises and supersedes Executive Order 13-04 in order to provide further policy guidance intended to continue the state’s progress in these areas [providing supported employment services ...
Oregon Integrated Employment Services to Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
September 14, 2015
“Executive Order 15-01 which supersedes Executive Order 13-04 and outlines detailed strategies and requires the Oregon Department of Human Services (Department) to work with the Oregon Department of Education (ODE) to further improve Oregon’s ...
Oregon Employment First Policy of 2008 – Office of Developmental Disabilities Services Working Age Adult Policy
September 14, 2015
“In order to achieve the intent outlined in the framework of this policy, employment opportunities in fully integrated work settings shall be the first and priority option explored in the service planning for working age adults with developmental ...
Oregon Employment First – Comprehensive Services Developmental Disabilities Program
September 14, 2015
“Oregon has been successful in developing community-based care and discouraging institutionalization of seniors and the disabled because of their exceptional case management system. Through the case management program, consumers get information and ...
Oregon ReBAR Employment Rate Model, Day Support Activities Agency Rate Matrix, Interim Tier Assignments and Reviews
September 14, 2015
"This transmittal is to communicate that effective September 1, 2014, the department will implement a new employment rate model. The ReBAR Employment Rate Model applies to all agency providers who provide employment services under the Office of ...
Oregon Department of Human Services Integrated Employment Plan Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (revised 1/31/15)
September 14, 2015
"This Order recognizes the strategic importance of improving the work and economic opportunities of all Oregonians including those with Intellectual and other Developmental Disabilities (I/DD). More specifically, the Order sets forth strategies to be ...
Oregon Memorandum of Understanding on Transition of Students with Disabilities to the Workforce
September 14, 2015
“Together with Executive Order No.15-01, this Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) recognizes that, while the State cannot guarantee jobs, Oregon starts with the presumption that everyone can be employed in an integrated setting in a community-based ...
Ticket to Work Medicaid Infrastructure Grant - Integrated Employment Plan (revised 7/2015)
September 14, 2015
“(2010-2011) During this time period VR used resources within its Medicaid Infrastructure Grants (MIG) Competitive Employment Project (CEP) and other available resources to support of a variety of Employment First related activities including:Co-funding ...
Maine DHHS "Employment Policy for Individuals Served"
September 14, 2015
This is a Maine Department of Health and Human Services Employment Policy indicating that all individuals are “presumed able and have the opportunity to work.” The Department “shall support career development and meaningful employment for ...
Maine HCBS Transition Plan
September 14, 2015
This Transition Plan is required by the federal government as part of new Medicaid regulations. It tells the federal government how Maine will meet the new Medicaid rules. All states must follow the federal rules for the Medicaid program.Medicaid is a joint ...
Vermont Assistive Technology Program
September 14, 2015
“The Mission of the Vermont Assistive Technology Program is to increase awareness and knowledge, and to change policies and practices to ensure assistive technology is available through all services to Vermonters with disabilities.""Our Vision ...
Vermont Supported Employment
September 14, 2015
o “The Vermont Supported Employment Program provides a full range of services which enable people with disabilities to access and succeed in competitive employment. The program goal is to provide full access to employment through the provision of ...
Vermont Assistive Technology Program
September 14, 2015
~~“The Vermont Assistive Technology Program (VATP) is Vermont’s federal AT Act Program. The AT Act programs operate under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services: Administration for Community Living.The AT Act Programs help individuals of ...