Located in:
- Program-Specific Requirements for Vocational Rehabilitation (Blind)
The Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Services Portion of the Unified or Combined State Plan [13] must include the following descriptions and estimates, as required by section 101(a) of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended by title IV of WIOA:
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[13] Sec. 102(b)(2)(D)(iii) of WIOA
n. 1. Specify the State's goals and priorities for funds received under section 603 of the Rehabilitation Act for the provision of supported employment services
Current Narrative:
FDBS does not receive funds for supported employment services. The RSA reassigned supported employment funds to Florida General as requested and authorized by FDBS. However, FDBS provides supported employment services via contracts with CRPs and at the Residential Rehabilitation Center as needed. Supported employment services include job coaching, job placement, and follow-along. Staff may follow clients for up to 24 months after job placement to ensure they are adjusting to the job, completing their duties correctly, coming to work on time, etc.
FDBS uses Title I funds to provide extended services to youth not to exceed four years or until the youth turns 25, whichever occurs first. FDBS leverages funding with other public and private entities as necessary for the provision of extended services and supported employment and works with youth/employers to develop natural supports.
Figure 10.06
Individuals Served by Supported Employment Programs 2019-2021
| Community Rehab Provider | Clients Served | Supported Employment Placements | Supported Employment Outcomes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conklin Davis Center for the Visually Impaired | 50 | 48 | 16 |
| SE Clients Served via Authorization (Case Services) | 57 | 27 | 27 |