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Pre-Employment 2015: Vocational Adjustment Training (VAT) for Work Readiness 2015

Part 2

ContentsSlide 1 Introduction......................................................................................5Slide 2 Introduction......................................................................................5Slide 3 Introduction......................................................................................5Slide 4 Introduction......................................................................................6Slide 5 Introduction......................................................................................6Slide 6 Introduction......................................................................................7Slide 7 Exploring the “You” in Work.............................................................7Slide 8 Exploring the “You” in Work.............................................................7Slide 9 Exploring the “You” in Work.............................................................8Slide 10 Exploring the “You” in Work...........................................................8Slide 11 Question and Answers....................................................................9Slide 12 Question and Answer......................................................................9Slide 13 Entering the World of Work.............................................................9Slide 14 Entering the World of Work.............................................................9Slide 15 Entering the World of Work...........................................................10Slide 16 Entering the World of Work...........................................................10Slide 17 Entering the World of Work...........................................................11Slide 18 Entering the World of Work...........................................................11Slide 19 Question and Answers..................................................................12Slide 20 Question and Answer....................................................................12Slide 21 Preparing for a Job Search............................................................12Slide 22 Preparing for a Job Search............................................................13Slide 23 Preparing for a Job Search............................................................13Slide 24 Preparing for a Job Search............................................................14Slide 25 Preparing for a Job Search............................................................14Slide 26 Preparing for a Job Search............................................................15Slide 27 Preparing for a Job Search............................................................15Slide 28 Preparing for a Job Search............................................................16Slide 29 Question and Answers..................................................................16Slide 30 Question and Answer....................................................................17Slide 31 Question and Answers..................................................................17

Question and Answer....................................................................17Slide 33 Soft Skills for Work Success..........................................................18Slide 34 Soft Skills for Work Success..........................................................18Slide 35 Soft Skills for Work Success..........................................................18Slide 36 Soft Skills for Work Success..........................................................19Slide 37 Soft Skills for Work Success..........................................................19Slide 38 Soft Skills for Work Success..........................................................20Slide 39 Question and Answers..................................................................20Slide 40 Question and Answer....................................................................20Slide 41 Soft Skills to Pay the Bills..............................................................21Slide 42 Soft Skills to Pay the Bills..............................................................21Slide 43 Soft Skills to Pay the Bills..............................................................21Slide 44 Soft Skills to Pay the Bills..............................................................22Slide 45 Soft Skills to Pay the Bills..............................................................22Slide 46 Soft Skills to Pay the Bills..............................................................23Slide 47 Soft Skills to Pay the Bills..............................................................23Slide 48 Question and Answers..................................................................23Slide 49 Question and Answer....................................................................24Slide 50 Disability Disclosure......................................................................24Slide 51 Disability Disclosure......................................................................24Slide 52 Disability Disclosure......................................................................25Slide 53 Disability Disclosure......................................................................25Slide 54 Disability Disclosure......................................................................25Slide 55 Disability Disclosure......................................................................26Slide 56 Disability Disclosure......................................................................26Slide 57 Disability Disclosure......................................................................27Slide 58 Question and Answer....................................................................28Slide 59 Question and Answer....................................................................28Slide 60 Money Smart.................................................................................28Slide 61 Money Smart.................................................................................28Slide 62 Money Smart.................................................................................29Slide 63 Money Smart.................................................................................29Slide 64 Money Smart.................................................................................30

Money Smart.................................................................................30Slide 66 Money Smart.................................................................................31Slide 67 Question and Answers..................................................................31Slide 68 Question and Answer....................................................................31Slide 69 Public Transportation Training......................................................32Slide 70 Public Transportation Training......................................................32Slide 71 Public Transportation Training......................................................32Slide 72 Public Transportation Training......................................................32Slide 73 Public Transportation Training......................................................33Slide 74 Public Transportation Training......................................................33Slide 75 Public Transportation Training......................................................33Slide 76 Question and Answers..................................................................34Slide 77 Question and Answer....................................................................34Slide 78 VAT for Work Readiness Fees.......................................................34Slide 79 VAT for Work Readiness Fees.......................................................34Slide 80 VAT for Work Readiness................................................................35Slide 81 VAT for Work Readiness................................................................36Slide 82 End................................................................................................36Slide 83 Thank You.....................................................................................36

IntroductionWelcome to the Pre-Employment Webinar Series. This is the second webinar in the series.

You must view Part 1 prior to viewing this one which is Part 2. Here is the link to Part 1 in case you need to review: tiny.cc/pevat1

This webinar contains information on the Rehabilitation Policy Manual (RPM) and Standards for Providers (SFP) related to the new Vocational Adjustment Training for Work Readiness services implemented in May and June of 2015.

This is a webinar for both DARS staff and DARS Providers.

The webinar will provide an overview of the new Vocational Adjustment Training for Work Readiness services including:

service definitions, required outcomes and forms.

Slide 2 IntroductionThis slide lists the Subject Matter Experts for the webinar material. The Subject Matter Experts include:

Sue-Ellen WoodliefProgram Specialist for Community Rehabilitation Programs (CRP) and Employment ServicesEmail address is [email protected] number is 512-424-4689.Best method to contact me is via email.

Erin WilderDRS Program Specialist for Transitions [email protected] Phone: 512-424-4048Email best method to contact.

Slide 3 IntroductionThis slide lists the narrator assisting in the delivery of the training. His name is Luke Stollings. Please do not contact Luke for policy and procedure questions. Table of Contents

IntroductionWebinar Topics

This webinar will include the sections listed under part 2.

PART 2Section 5 - Exploring the “You” in WorkSection 6 - Entering the World of WorkSection 7 - Preparing for the Job SearchSection 8 - Soft Skills for Work SuccessSection 9 - Soft Skills to Pay the Bills—Mastering Soft Skills for Workplace SuccessSection 10 - Disability DisclosureSection 11 - Money Smart– A Financial EducationSection 12 - Public Transportation TrainingSection 13- VAT for Work Readiness Fees

Slide 5 IntroductionThis slide lists the sections of the Rehabilitation Policy Manual and Standards for Providers that will be referenced in this webinar. You may find it helpful to print these out prior to the watching the webinar.

RPM Section 8.5 Vocational Adjustment Trainings (VAT) for Work Readiness

SFP Section 2.8 Vocational Adjustment Training for Work Readiness

Table of Contents

IntroductionThere are 9 DARS forms used in the New VAT- Work Readiness Training services. A referral will be used for all the services and a specific form for each new VAT service. On the screen you will find a list of the forms. Later in the webinar we will review the form template that was used to create the forms for each new VAT service and we will discuss how each form is different.

The forms listed on the slide are: DARS3121, VAT Work Readiness Training Referral DARS3122, VAT Explore the “You” in Work DARS3123, VAT Soft Skills for Work Success DARS3124, VAT Soft Skills to Pay the Bills—Mastering Soft Skills for

Work Place Success DARS3125, VAT Entering the World of Work DARS3126, VAT Preparing for the Job Search Training DARS3132, VAT Disability Disclosure Training DARS3133, VAT Money Smart—A Financial Education Training DARS3134, VAT Public Transportation Training

A link to the handouts can be found in the webinar at the paperclip button at the bottom of the screen; or at links found on the DARS-DRS Standards for Providers webpage located at www.dars.state.tx.us/drs/drsproviders, or on the DARS internal Customized Employment Services webpage (not available for providers).

Slide 7 Exploring the “You” in WorkSection 5 - Exploring the “You” in Work

Slide 8 Exploring the “You” in WorkVAT-Exploring the “You” in Work:

Allows a consumer to gain instruction to assist in understanding their own work personalities, interests, values and transferable skills.

Allows the consumer to complete self-assessments, participate in individual and group discussions and activities, and apply the information learned to improve their employability.

Is provided individually or in a group setting with a maximum ratio of 1 Vocational Adjustment Trainer to 6 participants.

Table of Contents

Exploring the “You” in WorkThis VAT-Exploring the “You” in Work table lists the 4 required modules outlined in the curriculum.

1. Work Personality - which is defined as when a consumer is able to identify his/her basic work personality and demonstrate an understanding of how ones work personality impacts employment.

2. Work Interests - which is defined as when a consumer is able to identify his or her work interests and demonstrate an understanding of how ones work interests impact employment.

3. Work Values - which is defined as the consumer is able to identify his/her work values and demonstrate an understanding of how work values impact employment.

4. Identification of Transferable Skills - which is defined as a consumer is able to identify his/her transferable skills and demonstrate an understanding how transferable skills impacts employment.

This service is geared for transition students and general VR consumers who have very limited or no understanding about their own work personalities, interests, values and transferable skills and are not able to complete exercises or homework assignments on their own.

Slide 10 Exploring the “You” in WorkThe Vocational Adjustment Trainer must ensure the following are achieved for any consumer they invoice:

Attendance record must be maintained and indicate at least 10 hours of face-to-face training for each consumer;

Training provided to the consumer included:4 required modules outlined in the curriculum1 required Extension ActivityJournaling Activities

Vocational Adjustment Trainer must complete the DARS3122, Explore the You in Work Training, documenting the consumer’s abilities and challenges.

Table of Contents

Question and AnswersQuestion and Answer

This is a Multiple Choice Question to test your knowledge.

Which of the following statements is not true for VAT-Exploring the “You” in Work service?

A. It is a required service for all DARS consumers.B. It allows a consumer to gain instruction to assist them in

understanding their own work personalities, interests, values and transferable skills.

C. It allows the consumer to complete self-assessment, participate in individual and group discussions and activities, and apply the information learned to improve their employability.

Please pause the webinar, answer the question, and resume the webinar to check your answer.

Slide 12 Question and AnswerThe answer is A.

VAT-Exploring the “You” in Work service is not a required service for all DARS consumers.

Slide 13 Entering the World of WorkSection 6: Entering the World of Work

Slide 14 Entering the World of WorkVAT-Entering the World of Work

Allows a consumer to gain knowledge and skills related to work place expectations, rules and laws.

Is provided individually or group setting with a maximum ratio of 1 Vocational Adjustment Trainer to 6 participants.

Table of Contents

Entering the World of WorkIn the next 3 slides we will review the content of each of the 3 required modules outlined in the curriculum.

Health and Safety in the Work Setting includes: OSHA; Safe working conditions; Hazards that can be unsafe work conditions; Taking responsibility for your own health and safety; Disclosing illness or injuries to your employer; Rules about disclosing your disability to an employer; Explaining disability support needs in terms employers understand; Employer’s responsibilities and rights to manage workplace risks

including the health and safety of employees; Employer’s responsibility to provide employees with the information,

instruction and training they need to do their job safely and without damaging their health;

Harassment; Workers compensation.

Slide 16 Entering the World of WorkWork Rules and Expectations include:

Attendance and promptness; Use of telephones and electronic devices; Confidentiality; Drug and alcohol policies for employees; Employee identification; Workplace privacy; Dress codes; Breaks and meals; Illness; Supervisor’s roles; Worker rights; Employer rights; Reasonable accommodations; Requesting accommodations from employer.

Table of Contents

Entering the World of WorkEmployer Benefits, Payroll and Paycheck Basics include:

W-4; I-9 and required supporting documentation; How to read a pay statement and pay check; Employer handbooks; Wage deductions; Texas employee rights; Types of employer benefits (health/dental/life insurance, a 401(k) plan,

retirement, leave); Time off.

Slide 18 Entering the World of WorkThe Vocational Adjustment Trainer must ensure the following are achieved for any consumer they invoice:

Attendance record must be maintained to indicate at least 10 hours of face-to-face training for each consumer;

Training provided to the consumer included:o 4 required modules outlined in the curriculumo 1 required Extension Activityo Journaling Activities offered

Vocational Adjustment Trainer must complete the DARS3125, Entering the World of Work documenting the consumer’s abilities and challenges.


This is a multiple Choice Question to test your knowledge.

Entering the Word of Work curriculum allows a consumer to:

A. Gain knowledge and skills related to work place expectations, rules and laws.

B. Learn about employer benefits, payroll and paycheck basics.C. Learn about Health and Safety in the Work Setting.D. All the above.E. None of the above.


Slide 20 Question and AnswerThe answer is D, all of the above.

The entering the World of Work curriculum allows a consumer to gain knowledge and skills related to work place expectations, rules and laws, to learn about employer benefits, payroll and paycheck basics, and to learn about Health and Safety in the Work Setting.

Slide 21 Preparing for a Job SearchPreparing for a Job Search

This service is for Pre-ETS DARS consumers only.Table of Contents

Preparing for a Job SearchPreparing for a Job Search teaches all the skills that are also taught in Bundled Job Placement and therefore if Bundled Job Placement is purchased at a later date, the fee for VAT Preparing for the Job Search must be subtracted from Benchmark A of the Bundled Job Placement Service. In ReHabWorks you will find a specification for Benchmark A Bundled Job Placement with the reduction.

VAT Preparing for the Job Search

Allows a consumer to gain the skills necessary to obtain employment in entry-level positions,

Focuses on developing the skills essential for preparing for a job search, and

Can be provided individually or in a group setting with a maximum ratio of 1 Vocational Adjustment Trainer to 6 participants.

Slide 23 Preparing for a Job SearchIn the next 5 slides we will review the content of each of the 8 required modules outlined in the curriculum.

Exploring Jobs with the Occupational Outlook Handbook Training includes:

Industries at a glance Occupational finder Occupational facts for career interest(s) including the following-

o summary o what they do and/or Career Videoso work environmento how to become oneo payo job outlooko similar occupations

On the second row of the table, you will find the collection of consumer’s employment data training. Use the DARS1890, Employment Data Sheet to collect and organize all the information that will be required to complete an accurate application, résumé, and reference sheet.Table of Contents

Preparing for a Job SearchJob Application Training includes:

overview of the Job Application process; overview of the application types such as paper, website, and kiosk; how to identify appropriate responses to questions on job applications; how to write clear descriptive responses to questions; how to ensure your job application is free of spelling and grammar

errors; strategies for addressing employment barriers such as gaps in

employment history; criminal background history, or limited work experience;

personality tests; and an overview of the different types of pre-employment screenings

questionnaires and/or testing such as aptitude tests, skills, literacy, personality, medical, and drug tests, as well as background checks to identify work history, criminal back ground and credentials.

Slide 25 Preparing for a Job SearchResume Training includes:

An overview of resume content detailing a person’s education, work experience, credentials, and accomplishments that are used to apply for some jobs;

Review of the different types of résumés used: chronological, functional, combination, or targeted; and

Creation of a resume for the consumer’s personal education, work experience, credentials, and accomplishments.

Creating an “elevator” speech training includes: Creating a 30-60 second speech that summarizes why you are a good

job candidate including:o Who are you?o What are your skills, accomplishments and work experiences?o What are you passionate about?o What/how do your key strengths bring value to potential employers?o What are you looking for?o Why are you the perfect candidate?

Practicing and perfecting the ”elevator” speech.Table of Contents

Slide 26 Preparing for a Job SearchInterview Training includes:

an overview of the interview process; an overview of the interview types, for example, screening, telephone,

panel and/or group, behaviorally based, case, situational or technical; how to research a business and position; how to identify questions to ask the business when interviewing; identification of typical interview questions asked by the business for

the industry of the consumer’s employment goal(s) and how to answer them effectively;

strategies for “tricky” questions to address employment barriers such as gaps in work history, criminal background history, limited work experience, etc.;

instruction in personal grooming and presentation, including body language required for an effective interview; and

“mock” interviews to ensure that the consumer can effectively interview after learning the required skills.

Slide 27 Preparing for a Job SearchWritten Correspondence Training includes:

Overview of written correspondence used with job searching; How to create cover letters for applications/resumes; How to create thank you letters following employer correspondence or

meetings; Email – when and how to use written correspondence;

On the next row, Reference Training includes: An overview of professional and personal employment references; How to request a person be a professional and personal employment

reference; How to provide professional and personal employment references to

potential employers.

Table of Contents

Slide 28 Preparing for a Job SearchThe Vocational Adjustment Trainer must ensure the following are achieved for any consumer they invoice:

Attendance record must be maintained that indicates at least 20 hours of face-to-face training for each consumer;

Training provided to the consumer included:

o 8 required modules outlined in the curriculumo 4 required Extension Activitieso Journaling Activities offered

Vocational Adjustment Trainer must complete the DARS3126, Preparing for the Job Search documenting the consumer’s abilities and challenges.

Slide 29 Question and AnswersQuestion and Answer

This is a True False Question to test your knowledge.

True or False.

When a consumer receives both VAT- Preparing for a Job Search and Bundled Job Placement, a reduction payment will be applied to Bundled Job Placement Services.

Please pause the webinar, answer the question, and resume the webinar to check your answer.Table of Contents

Question and AnswerThe answer is True.

When consumer receives both VAT- Preparing for a Job Search and Bundled Job Placement, a reduction payment will be applied to Bundled Job Placement Services.


This is a Multiple Choice Question to test your knowledge.

Which of the following are included in the service description of the VAT-preparing for a job search?

a) Exploring Jobs with the Occupational Outlook Handbookb) Collection of consumer’s employment data and referencesc) Job Applications, Resumes and Interviews, d) Creating an “elevator” speeche) Written correspondencef) A ,B, and C onlyg) All of the above.


Slide 32 Question and AnswerAnswer is G, all of the above.

VAT-Preparing for a Job Search includes: Exploring Jobs with the Occupational Outlook Handbook, Collecting the consumer’s employment data and references, Training related to Job Applications, Resumes and Interviews, Creating an “elevator” speech, and Training in preparing written correspondence.

Soft Skills for Work SuccessSection 8-Soft Skills for Work Success

This service can be used with either general VR or PreETS students, but should not be purchased if Soft Skills to Pay the Bills— Mastering Soft Skills for Workplace Success is purchased for a consumer.

Slide 34 Soft Skills for Work SuccessVAT- Soft Skills for Work Success:

allows a consumer to understand and demonstrate soft skills necessary to be successful at work

training focuses on developing essential skills related to effective communication, problem solving, work habits and work ethics

is provided individually or group setting with a maximum ratio of 1 Vocational Adjustment Trainer to 6 participants

Slide 35 Soft Skills for Work SuccessThe next 3 slides will review the content of each of the 4 required modules outlined in the curriculum.

Interpersonal Communication Training includes: Effective listening; Following and giving instructions and feedback; Conflict resolution; Non-verbal communication; Speaking and appropriate language used in the workplace; Cooperating/working as a team member; Providing good customer service; Dealing with different personality styles; Dealing with questions about one’s disability with co-workers; Do’s and don’ts related to behaviors in the work place; Communicating issues, concerns with employer and/or supervisor.

Table of Contents

Soft Skills for Work SuccessWork Habits and Conduct Training includes:

Professionalism; Balancing work and home life; Work dress and personal presentation (includes grooming and

hygiene); Time management; Concepts related to effective time scheduling; Importance of punctuality and attendance; Workplace behaviors and attitudes.

Work Ethics Training includes:

Characteristics of a good work ethic; How to create and improve a good work ethic; What is unethical behavior in the workplace; Characteristics of a negative work ethic.

Slide 37 Soft Skills for Work SuccessProblem Solving and Decision Making Training includes:

Steps in the problem solving process: define the problem, gather facts, generate alternative options, evaluate and implement the most appropriate option, and monitor solutions re-evaluating as necessary;

Steps in the decision making process: identify the goal, gather information for weighing options, consider consequences, and evaluate decision(s);

Problem solving, critical thinking, and decision making related to work assignments and barriers.

Table of Contents

Soft Skills for Work SuccessThe Vocational Adjustment Trainer must ensure the following are achieved for any consumer they invoice:


Training provided to the consumer included:o 4 required modules outlined in the curriculumo 1 required Extension Activityo Journaling Activities offered

The Vocational Adjustment Trainer must complete the DARS3123, Soft Skills for Work Success documenting the consumer’s abilities and challenges.



True or False.

VAT-Soft Skills for Work Success training focuses on developing essential skills related to effective communication, problem solving, work habits and work ethics which allows a consumer to understand and demonstrate soft skills necessary to be successful at work.


Slide 40 Question and AnswerThe answer is True.

VAT-Soft Skills for Work Success training focuses on developing essential skills related to effective communication, problem solving, work habits and work ethics which allows a consumer to understand and demonstrate soft skills necessary to be successful at work.Table of Contents

Soft Skills to Pay the BillsSection 9-Soft Skills to Pay the Bills— Mastering Soft Skills for Workplace Success

This service is written for youth and can be used with either general VR or PreETS students, but should not be purchased if Soft Skills for Work Success is purchased for a consumer.

Slide 42 Soft Skills to Pay the BillsVAT-Soft Skills to Pay the Bills— Mastering Soft Skills for Workplace Success

focuses on teaching "soft" or workforce readiness skills to youth, including youth with disabilities;

curriculum introduces youth to workplace interpersonal and professional skills that focus on six key areas:o communication,o enthusiasm and attitude,o teamwork,o networking,o problem solving and critical thinking, ando professionalism.

Slide 43 Soft Skills to Pay the BillsVAT-Soft Skills to Pay the Bills— Mastering Soft Skills for Workplace Success

Training can be held individually or in a group setting with a maximum ratio of 1 Vocational Adjustment Trainer to 6 participants.

Skills to Pay the Bills: Mastering Soft Skills for Work Success," is a curriculum with thirty core activities developed by the Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP) found at www.dol.gov/odep/topics/youth/softskills/softskills.pdf

http://www.dol.gov/odep/topics/youth/softskills/softskills.pdf

Soft Skills to Pay the BillsThe next 3 slides will review the 30 activities required in the curriculum.

Communication1. What’s Your Point?2. Flipping the Switch3. Oh, Puh-leeeeeze4. Listen Hear!!

Enthusiasm & Attitude5. Quit Talkin’! I Know What To Do!6. Never Underestimate the Power of a PMA (Positive Mental Attitude)7. Life is Full of Hard Knocks8. A Super Ball and a Raw Egg9. Believe it or Not: Your Attitude and Enthusiasm Just Might Get You the

Job10. Translating Features to Benefits

Slide 45 Soft Skills to Pay the BillsTeamwork

11. There is no “I” in Team12. I’ll Give you Some of Mine if You Give me Some of Yours13. The Good, the Bad, and the Reasonable14. How Many Shapes Does it Take?15. Teamwork on the Job

Networking16. An Introduction to Networking17. You Expect me to do WHAT? Talk to People?18. Using Social Media to Network19. Text vs. Email: Does it Really Matter?20. It’s a Small World

Table of Contents

Soft Skills to Pay the BillsProblem Solving & Critical Thinking

21. Praise, Criticism, or Feedback?22. Workplace Ethics23. Problem Solving on a Team24. Perception vs. Reality25. Tell Me About a Time When

Professionalism26. Professionalism in Today’s Workforce27. Professional Work Attitudes28. Teamwork: An Essential Element of Professionalism29. Is It Considered “Professional” to Have Friends in the Workplace?30. Self Reflection: Professional Problem Solving at its Best

Slide 47 Soft Skills to Pay the BillsThe Vocational Adjustment Trainer must ensure the following are achieved for any consumer they invoice:


Training provided to the consumer included:o 30 required curriculum activitieso 4 required Extension Activitieso Journaling Activities offered

Vocational Adjustment Trainer must complete the DARS3124, Soft Skills to Pay the Bills documenting the consumer’s abilities and challenges.

Table of Contents



True or False?

Skills to Pay the Bills: Mastering Soft Skills for Workplace Success "is a curriculum with thirty core activities developed by the Office of Disability Employment Policy.



Skills to Pay the Bills: Mastering Soft Skills for Workplace Success "is a curriculum with thirty core activities developed by the Office of Disability Employment Policy.

Slide 50 Disability DisclosureSection 10 - Disability Disclosure Training

Slide 51 Disability DisclosureVAT-Disability Disclosure Training

Provides facts and information to consumers to assist in making informedo decisions about disclosing their disability;o decisions that will affect his/her educational, employment, and

social lives. Is not designed to tell the consumer how or when they should disclose

about his/her disability, but rather, it helps the consumer make informed decisions about disclosing his/her disability; decisions that will affect their educational, employment, and social lives.

The training can be held individually or in a group setting with a maximum ratio of 1 Vocational Adjustment Trainer to 6 consumers.

Table of Contents

Disability DisclosureVAT Disability Disclosure training is eight units, workbook driven but is facilitated and led by the Vocational Adjustment Trainer using the 411 on Disability Disclosure curriculum found at

http://www.ncwd-youth.info/411-on-disability-disclosure

Note: This training is not for consumers who are able to complete The 411 on Disability Disclosure Workbook independently. The 411 on Disability Disclosure Workbook curriculum can be found at the site listed above.

Slide 53 Disability DisclosureThe next four slides will review the required curriculum for Disability Disclosure Training.

This training is workbook-driven and is facilitated and led by the vocational adjustment trainer. The training provides information to consumers to help them in making informed decisions about disclosing their disability. This training is not designed to tell the consumer how or when he or she should disclose his or her disability. Instead, it helps the consumer make informed decisions about disclosing his or her disability and understand how the decision might affect his or her education, employment, and social life. The training includes the following eight units.

Unit 1- Self-Determination- the BIG PictureIntroduction to the process and value of self-determination

1. Just What do you Know About Yourself and Your Disability2. Self-Determined Short-Term Goals

Unit 2 - Disclosure — What Is It and Why Is It So Important?(Introduction to the concepts of disclosure)Describing Your Disability, Disability Needs and Skills/Abilities.

Unit 3- Weighing the Advantages and Disadvantages of Disclosure1. Employment Scenario2. Postsecondary Education Scenario3. Social Setting Scenario4. Famous People Matching

Table of Contents

http://www.ncwd-youth.info/411-on-disability-disclosure

Disability DisclosureDisability Disclosure Training Units continued.

Unit 4 – Rights and Responsibilities Under the LawOverview of the system and protective laws as one leaves high school and enters the “adult world”; and basic overview of the Americans with Disabilities Act and how it pertains to a person with a disability.1. Defining Your Disability2. Recognizing Discrimination3. Collage Activity4. Identifying Adult Service Providers and Eligibility Criteria

Unit 5 - AccommodationsIntroduction to the concept of accommodations and to the identification of the accommodations one may need

Job Accommodation Network (JAN) Situations and Solutions at School and Work

Slide 55 Disability DisclosureDisability Disclosure Training Units continued.

Unit 6 – Postsecondary Disclosures…Why, When, What to Whom, and How?Overview of the need to disclose in order to receive reasonable accommodations in college, at a university, in a career and technical school, or in an adult education center1. Course for Disclosure Examples2. Exploring Disability Support Services3. My Practice Script

Unit 7 – Disclosure on the Job…Why, When, What, to Whom, and How?Overview of the need to disclose in order to receive a reasonable accommodation in a work setting (on the job)1. Course for the Disclosure Examples2. My Practice Script3. Visit Your Local One-Stop Career Center

Table of Contents

Disability DisclosureDisability Disclosure Training Units continued.

Unit 8 – Disclosure in Social and Community Setting…Why, When, What, to Whom, and How?Explores the need and the circumstances that surround disclosing your disability to community members and friends in social situations1. Course for the Disclosure Examples2. My Practice Script

Slide 57 Disability DisclosureThe Vocational Adjustment Trainer must ensure the following are achieved for any consumer they invoice:


Training provided to the consumer included:o 21 required curriculum activitieso 3 required Extension Activitieso Journaling Activities offered

Vocational Adjustment Trainer must complete the DARS3132, Disability Disclosure Training documenting the consumer’s abilities and challenges.

Table of Contents

Question and AnswerQuestion and Answer


True or False?

Disability Disclosure curriculum provides facts and information to assist a consumer in making informed decisions related to disclosing one’s disability and making decisions that will affect his/her education, employment, and social life.



Disability Disclosure curriculum provides facts and information to assist a consumer in making informed decisions related to disclosing one’s disability and making decisions that will affect his/her education, employment, and social life.

Slide 60 Money SmartSection 11: Money Smart – A Financial Education Training

Slide 61 Money SmartVAT Money Smart – A Financial Education Training

Was developed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC). Curriculum to teach consumers the basics of handling their money and

finances, including how to create positive relationships with financial institutions.

Equips consumers with the basics of financial education and can give them the knowledge, skills, and confidence they need to manage their finances.

This training is not for consumers who can benefit from the self-paced interactive Computer Based Instruction (CBI) version of Money Smart, which contains the same ten modules as the original Money Smart, and is available in both English and Spanish.Table of Contents

Money SmartVAT Money Smart – A Financial Education Training

A consumer needs to be able to read at the 6th grade level with or without accommodations.

Can be held individually or in a group setting with a maximum ratio of 1 Vocational Adjustment Trainer to 6 consumers.

For information on how to gain the free, Money Smart - A Financial Education Program curriculum go to:

www.fdic.gov/consumers/consumer/moneysmart/young.html

Slide 63 Money SmartThe next three slides summarize the requirements of the Money Smart Training Curriculum.

A consumer attending the vocational adjustment trainer-led Money Smart—A Financial Education Training needs to be able to read at the sixth grade level with or without accommodations.

The Money Smart for Adults instructor-led curriculum consists of 11 training modules that cover basic financial topics. DARS has added three modules from the Youth Money Smart—A Financial Education Program curriculum for total of 14 modules. On the following slides is a brief description of the modules.

Bank on ItAn introduction to bank services

Check It OutHow to choose and keep a checking account

Borrowing BasicsAn introduction to credit

Money MattersHow to keep track of your money

Pay Yourself FirstWhy you should save, save, saveTable of Contents

http://www.fdic.gov/consumers/consumer/moneysmart/young.html

Money SmartMoney Smart Training Modules continued.

Charge it RightHow to make a credit card work for you

Financial RecoveryHow to recover financially and rebuild your credit after a financial-setback

Keep It SafeYour rights as a consumer

To Your CreditHow your credit history will affect your credit future

Loan to OwnKnow what you're borrowing before you buy

Slide 65 Money SmartMoney Smart Training Modules continued

Setting Financial Goals*Money management

Paying for College and Cars*Installment Loans (i.e. car and student)

A Roof Over Your Head*Informed decisions on apartments and mortgages

Your Own HomeWhat home ownership is all about

* Indicates that DARS added the module from the adult Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) Money Smart - A Financial Education Program curriculum.Table of Contents

Money SmartThe Vocational Adjustment Trainer must ensure the following are achieved for any consumer they invoice:


Training provided to the consumer included:o 14 required modules outlined in the curriculumo 1 required Extension Activityo Journaling Activities Offered

Vocational Adjustment Trainer must complete the DARS3133, Money Smart a Financial Education Training, documenting the consumer’s abilities and challenges.



True or False?

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) Money Smart - A Financial Education Program is a curriculum to teach consumers the basics of handling their money and finances, including how to create positive relationships with financial institutions.



The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) Money Smart - A Financial Education Program is a curriculum to teach consumers the basics of handling their money and finances, including how to create positive relationships with financial institutions.Table of Contents

Public Transportation TrainingSection 11: Public Transportation Training

Slide 70 Public Transportation TrainingVAT Public Transportation TrainingUses a curriculum to allow a consumer to gain basic travel skills

focuses on developing the skills essential for travel within the consumer’s community using public transportation

end goal of the service is for the consumer to demonstrate the ability to use their chosen mode of public transportation to travel to one or more specific locations within the consumer’s community such as, but not limited to, school, work sites, independent living centers

training can be held individually or in a group setting with a maximum ratio of 1 Vocational Adjustment Trainer to 4 consumers

Note - this is different than the other VAT trainings.

Slide 71 Public Transportation TrainingThe following 3 slides summarize the curriculum topics in the VAT Public Transportation Training:

public transportation options available in the consumer’s community including fixed bus routes, para-transit, taxi, tram/subways and rural transportation options

how to obtain passes, tickets or pay fares for transportation options how to use schedules and route map(s) for transportation options how to contact public transportation providers (bus, taxi, etc.)

Slide 72 Public Transportation TrainingPublic Transportation Training Topics continued.

how to plan a trip, using public transportation options (bus, taxi, etc.) how to travel safely as a pedestrian when using transportation options how to wait for transportation how to board and disembark (including use of use of wheelchair lifts as

appropriate) how to use fare box how to use signal cords

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Public Transportation TrainingPublic Transportation Training Topics continued.

how to navigate aisles, stairs and seats how to listen for announcements of stops how to use landmarks to assist with travel how to communicate effectively with drivers and the public how to respond when a problem occurs such as a curb ramp, blocked

entrances or late buses how to problem solve if he or she becomes confused or lost how to make bus connections

Slide 74 Public Transportation TrainingThe Vocational Adjustment Trainer must ensure the following are achieved for any consumer they invoice.

the number of hours will be individualized to meet the consumer’s needs

training provided to the consumer should include:o 17 required modules outlined in the curriculumo 1 required Extension Activityo Journaling Activities Offered

Slide 75 Public Transportation TrainingVocational Adjustment Trainer must complete the DARS3134, Vocational Adjustment Training (VAT) Public Transportation Training documenting the consumer’s abilities and challenges.

The Progress Log entry shall record the following: the date the service was provided (xx-xx-xx); start time of session (x:xx a.m. or p.m.); end time of session; total time of session using quarter hour .25 increments (Note: .25 = 15

minutes, .50 = 30 minutes, .75 = 45 minutes, and 1.0 = 60 minutes. Use 0 for non-billable notation);

indication if training held in an individualized or group setting and; a narrative description of the services provided by the Vocational

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True or False.

The goal of Public Transportation Training is for the consumer to demonstrate the ability to use their chosen mode of public transportation to travel to one or more specific locations within the consumer’s community such as, but not limited to, school, work sites, or independent living centers.



Public Transportation Training allows the consumer to demonstrate the ability to use their chosen mode of public transportation to travel to one or more specific locations within the consumer’s community such as, but not limited to, school, work sites, or independent living centers.

Slide 78 VAT for Work Readiness FeesSection 12: VAT for Work Readiness Fees

Slide 79 VAT for Work Readiness FeesFee Schedule for Traditional Providers who use the Standards for Providers:

Explore the You in Work requires 10 hours of training, the training fee is $342.50, if the Associated Deaf Premium is approved and paid is $195.00.

Soft Skills for Work Success requires 15 hours, the fee is $513.75, and if the Associated Deaf Premium is approved and paid is $292.50.

Soft Skills to Pay the Bills requires 20 hours, the fee is $685.00, and the Associated Deaf Premium if approved is $390.00.

Entering the World of Work requires 10 hours, the fee is $342.50, the Associated Deaf Premium if approved is $195.00.

Preparing for the Job Search requires 20 hours of training, the fee is $685.00, and the Associated Deaf Premium if approved is $390.00.

Disability Disclosure required hours are 20, the fee is $685.00, the Associated Deaf Premium is $390.00 if approved.

Money Smart requires 30 hours of curriculum training, the fee is $1,027.50, and the Associated Deaf Premium if approved is $585.00.

Public Transportation Training in a 1 to 1 setting is negotiated to $37.50/hour. The hourly rate for Deaf consumers if approved is $55.25/hour negotiated.

Public Transportation Training in a Group setting is negotiated up to $19.00/hour. The Deaf rate per hour is $27.50 negotiated.

Slide 80 VAT for Work ReadinessThe following is the Fee Schedule for Transitional Educator Providers:

Explore the You in Work the minimum required hours are 10 and the fee is $274.00.

Soft Skills for Work Success the minimum hours are 15 and the fee is $411.00.

Soft Skills to Pay the Bills requires a minimum of 20 hours and the fee is $548.00.

Entering the World of Work requires 10 hours minimum and the fee is $274.00.

Preparing for the Job Search is a 20 hour minimum requirement and the fee is $548.00.

Disability Disclosure requires 20 hours minimum and the fee is $548.00.

Money Smart requires 30 hours minimum and the fee is $822.00.

Public Transportation Training 1 to 1 is paid by the hour at a negotiated rate of up to $30/hour.

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VAT for Work ReadinessFee Schedule for Non-Traditional Providers Includes:

Explore the You in Work 10 hours required and the fee is $205.50

Soft Skills for Work Success requires 15 hours and the fee is $308.25

Soft Skills to Pay the Bills requires 20 hours and the fee is $411.00

Entering the World of Work requires 10 hours and the fee is $205.50

Preparing for the Job Search requires 20 hours and the fee is $411.00

Disability Disclosure Training requires 20 hours and the fee is $411.00

Money Smart requires 30 hours and the fee is $616.00

Public Transportation Training 1 to 1 setting is negotiated up to $22.00/hour.

Public Transportation Training in a Group setting is negotiated to $11.00/hour.

Slide 82 EndFor questions, talk to a Subject Matter Expert.

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