Track: American Indian/Alaska Native Vocational Rehab & Employment

AIVRS Workshop (Part 2): Comprehensive Assessment that is Reflective in IPE

Assessment and eligibility are critical components of the Tribal Vocational Rehabilitation (TVR) process. In this session, attendees will gain an in-depth understanding of these key elements, with a special focus on conducting comprehensive assessments. Through interactive group activities, participants will reinforce their knowledge and apply practical strategies. Additionally, attendees will receive valuable resources and materials to support their work in assessment and eligibility determination.

This workshop will have four total sections that will be presented, three sessions in the a.m. and one final session in the p.m. It is recommended that participants attend all four sessions.

They are as follows:

  • Part 1 – Intake and Application (deep dive into comprehensive assessment)
  • Part 2 – Eligibility Determination (asking the important questions, putting intake, assessment together to identify the impairments and impediments to employment)
  • Part 3 – IPE Development (putting it all together, intake, comprehensive assessment, great eight, etc. to find the impediments to employment, identify rehab need)
  • Part 4 – IPE Development Cont. (steps to selecting services, putting services in the IPE, amendments, monitoring progress, etc.)

Learning Outcomes

  • Understand the Components of Assessment – Gain insight into the key elements of assessment, with a special focus on conducting a comprehensive assessment.
  • Connect Assessment to Eligibility – Learn how assessment outcomes inform and support the eligibility determination process in the Tribal Vocational Rehabilitation (TVR) program.
  • Identify the Six Eligibility Criteria – Recognize and apply the six essential criteria for determining an applicant’s eligibility for TVR services.

AIVRS Workshop (Part 1): Comprehensive Assessment that is Reflective in IPE

Assessment and eligibility are critical components of the Tribal Vocational Rehabilitation (TVR) process. In this session, attendees will gain an in-depth understanding of these key elements, with a special focus on conducting comprehensive assessments. Through interactive group activities, participants will reinforce their knowledge and apply practical strategies. Additionally, attendees will receive valuable resources and materials to support their work in assessment and eligibility determination.

This workshop will have four total sections that will be presented, three sessions in the a.m. and one final session in the p.m. It is recommended that participants attend all four sessions.

They are as follows:

  • Part 1 – Intake and Application (deep dive into comprehensive assessment)
  • Part 2 – Eligibility Determination (asking the important questions, putting intake, assessment together to identify the impairments and impediments to employment)
  • Part 3 – IPE Development (putting it all together, intake, comprehensive assessment, great eight, etc. to find the impediments to employment, identify rehab need)
  • Part 4 – IPE Development Cont. (steps to selecting services, putting services in the IPE, amendments, monitoring progress, etc.)

Learning Outcomes

  • Understand the Components of Assessment – Gain insight into the key elements of assessment, with a special focus on conducting a comprehensive assessment.
  • Connect Assessment to Eligibility – Learn how assessment outcomes inform and support the eligibility determination process in the Tribal Vocational Rehabilitation (TVR) program.
  • Identify the Six Eligibility Criteria – Recognize and apply the six essential criteria for determining an applicant’s eligibility for TVR services.

AIVRS Workshop (Part 4): Developing a Culturally Appropriate IPE Based on Key Components of Comprehensive Assessment

Creating an Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE) and delivering Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) services are essential components of the Tribal Vocational Rehabilitation (TVR) process. The IPE serves as a roadmap for both the consumer and the TVR counselor, guiding the provision of services and monitoring progress toward the employment goal.

In this session, attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of IPE development and the delivery of TVR services. Through interactive group activities, participants will reinforce their learning and apply practical strategies. Additionally, attendees will receive valuable resources and materials to support effective IPE development and service provision.

This workshop will have four total sections that will be presented, three sessions in the a.m. and one final session in the p.m. It is recommended that participants attend all four sessions.

They are as follows:

  • Part 1 – Intake and Application (deep dive into comprehensive assessment)
  • Part 2 – Eligibility Determination (asking the important questions, putting intake, assessment together to identify the impairments and impediments to employment)
  • Part 3 – IPE Development (putting it all together, intake, comprehensive assessment, great eight, etc. to find the impediments to employment, identify rehab need)
  • Part 4 – IPE Development Cont. (steps to selecting services, putting services in the IPE, amendments, monitoring progress, etc.)

Learning Outcomes

  • Understand the Mandatory Components of the IPE – Learn the required elements of the Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE) and the Tribal Vocational Rehabilitation (TVR) services that can be included.
  • Identify Essential VR Services – Recognize the vocational rehabilitation services that can be incorporated into an IPE to support consumer success.
  • Develop a Draft IPE – Apply knowledge by creating a draft IPE based on a consumer case scenario.

AIVRS Workshop (Part 3): Developing a Culturally Appropriate IPE Based on Key Components of Comprehensive Assessment

Creating an Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE) and delivering Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) services are essential components of the Tribal Vocational Rehabilitation (TVR) process. The IPE serves as a roadmap for both the consumer and the TVR counselor, guiding the provision of services and monitoring progress toward the employment goal.

In this session, attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of IPE development and the delivery of TVR services. Through interactive group activities, participants will reinforce their learning and apply practical strategies. Additionally, attendees will receive valuable resources and materials to support effective IPE development and service provision.

This workshop will have four total sections that will be presented, three sessions in the a.m. and one final session in the p.m. It is recommended that participants attend all four sessions.

They are as follows:

  • Part 1 – Intake and Application (deep dive into comprehensive assessment)
  • Part 2 – Eligibility Determination (asking the important questions, putting intake, assessment together to identify the impairments and impediments to employment)
  • Part 3 – IPE Development (putting it all together, intake, comprehensive assessment, great eight, etc. to find the impediments to employment, identify rehab need)
  • Part 4 – IPE Development Cont. (steps to selecting services, putting services in the IPE, amendments, monitoring progress, etc.)

Learning Outcomes

  • Understand the Mandatory Components of the IPE – Learn the required elements of the Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE) and the Tribal Vocational Rehabilitation (TVR) services that can be included.
  • Identify Essential VR Services – Recognize the vocational rehabilitation services that can be incorporated into an IPE to support consumer success.
  • Develop a Draft IPE – Apply knowledge by creating a draft IPE based on a consumer case scenario.