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. 2. B. How the State will leverage other public and private funds to increase resources for extended services and expanded supported employment opportunities for youth with the most significant disabilities.
Current Narrative:
BSBP’s agreement with the Michigan Department of Education ensures that Vocational Rehabilitation, Intermediate School Districts, or Local Education Agencies does not enter a contract or other arrangement with a section14(c) certificate holder for the purpose of operating a program for an individual who is under age 24 which is compensated at a subminimum wage. On an annual basis, all parties should confirm no such agreements are in place or established. The agencies agree the shared vision should promote the successful movement from school to post-school activities including post-secondary education, employment-related activities, and Competitive Integrated Employment (CIE) supported by labor market information. Should students with disabilities choose to pursue subminimum wage employment, they will be provided a comprehensive explanation of VR services and be provided the opportunity to apply for, become eligible for and have a plan designed to provide services that could change the direction of the student trajectory toward a competitive employment outcome.
When extended and follow along services are needed to support a consumer who is pursuing competitive integrated employment, BSBP will leverage local community mental health services, natural supports and VR funds to assist until stabilization occurs.