Washington Administrative Code
Title 67 - Blind, Department of Services for the
Chapter 67-25 - Vocational rehabilitation and services for blind persons
Section 67-25-273 - Vocational rehabilitation services-Counseling and guidance
Universal Citation: WA Admin Code 67-25-273
Current through Register Vol. 24-06, March 15, 2024
(1) Counseling and guidance services, based on needs of the individual, shall be available throughout all phases of the rehabilitation process to assist the participant with:
(a) Adjustment to blindness and other
disabilities; understanding the importance of developing and using adaptive
skills of blindness; and, identifying strategies to overcome negative social
attitudes regarding disability;
(b)
Identifying the participant's unique strengths, resources, priorities,
concerns, abilities, and capabilities related to planning for and achieving a
competitive and integrated employment outcome;
(c) Identifying and overcoming potential
barriers to achieving a competitive and integrated employment outcome,
including disability-related, personal, and social factors;
(d) Selecting a competitive and integrated
employment outcome consistent with the participant's abilities, capabilities,
and interests;
(e) Obtaining and
utilizing resource information to make meaningful and informed choices
regarding selection of vocational rehabilitation goals, objectives, services,
and providers;
(f) Overcoming
potential barriers and achieving a competitive and integrated employment
outcome through development of skills such as: Study and work habits; grooming;
management of finances; preparation for job interviews and tests;
self-advocacy; and effective interpersonal relationships.
(2) Counseling and guidance services may also be provided to:
(a) Assist family members to
effectively participate in the rehabilitation process;
(b) Assist prospective employers to develop
positive attitudes regarding hiring and accommodating individuals who are
blind.
(3) Counseling and guidance shall be provided without consideration of comparable services and benefits in accordance with WAC 67-25-283.
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