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Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR)
State Supplemental Payment (SSP)
Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR)
The Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) is the Washington State agency that works with people with all kinds of disabilities to help them find and keep a job. Some services of DVR include:
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Assessment services: help identify job-related strengths, resources, concerns, abilities, capabilities, priorities and interests. Assessment services can include a variety of tests, evaluations, or activities designed to provide information that will help select a job goal and vocational rehabilitation services that will lead to successful employment.
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Counseling and guidance services: help establish a one-on-one relationship with a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor. THe DVR counselor helps with through the rehabilitation process to assist the individual to obtain their employment goal.
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Training services: help provide knowledge or skills needed to qualify for and/or perform the work required in the selected occupational field. DVR can support training services at a college/university, occupational or vocational school, community rehabilitation program, or another type of training agency.
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Job related services: include a variety of services to help learn how to look for a job, prepare a resume, and have a successful interview. Services can also include support and assistance in locating jobs, referrals to employers, and follow-up services to promote success once on the job.
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Rehabilitation technology services: include helping obtain and learn to use devices or equipment that increases or improves the ability to perform different types of work. This involves helping find the right device, customizing devices to meet individual needs, and training in the use of devices or equipment.
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Other services: available depending on individual needs, including a variety of support services that help the individual to participate in vocational services, such as help with costs of transportation, child care, independent living or other disability-related expenses.
State Supplemental Payment (SSP) Program
The State Supplemental Payment (SSP) program is an amount of money the State of Washington chooses to make available to some eligible individuals. The purpose of the SSP is to provide dollars directly to the eligible person or their representative. The amount of the cash grant to each recipient varies depending on the individual.
Frequently Asked Questions About the SSP
Other Information Resources
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Navigating the Employment System (King County Developmental Disabilities Division)
http://www.metrokc.gov/dchs/ddd/employ/nav_emp.htm -
King County Vendor Booklet (Washington Initiative for Supported Employment)
http://www.theinitiative.ws/
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This page last updated: Sunday, November 25, 2007