Located in:
- Program-Specific Requirements for State Vocational Rehabilitation (Combined or General)
The Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Services Portion of the Unified or Combined State Plan must include the following descriptions and estimates, as required by sections 101(a) and 606 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended by title IV of WIOA.
- l. Interagency Cooperation with Other Agencies
In accordance with the requirements in Section 101(a)(11)(C) and (K), describe interagency cooperation with and utilization of the services and facilities of agencies and programs that are not carrying out activities through the statewide workforce development system to develop opportunities for community-based employment in integrated settings, to the greatest extent practicable for the following:
- l. Interagency Cooperation with Other Agencies
l. 7. State agency responsible for providing mental health services; and
Current Narrative:
The Department of Human Services – Division of Adult, Aging and Behavioral Health Services (DAABHS) is responsible for providing mental health services. ARS, DAABHS, and other agencies have in place a MOU that delineates roles and responsibilities related to sequential funding for combined waiver programs for individuals participating in employment related activities under WIOA. DAABHS offers very limited employment service opportunities. The funding source for Medicaid Waiver services is through the PASSEs.
ARS determines eligibility for vocational rehabilitation. All parties may refer common customers for work incentives benefits counseling. ARS assures statewide coverage for the provision of ARS-funded VR, employment first, and supported employment services and programs. ARS funds services leading to competitive integrated employment for eligible individuals referred to ARS. ARS notifies the appropriate party representative who can arrange for long-term supports to maintain competitive integrated employment after ARS-funded job supports end. ARS assists DAABHS in planning, designing, and budgeting for new programs/services or modifications to existing programs. ARS provides training and technical assistance to the PASSEs regarding supported employment services.