CDS Vocational Rehabilitation & Employment Services Flashcards

Which of the following best describes 'supported employment' for individuals with significant disabilities?

Answer: Competitive integrated employment with ongoing support services

Supported employment places individuals with significant disabilities in competitive, integrated employment settings and provides ongoing support to sustain that employment.

What document outlines the specific rehabilitation goals, services, and responsibilities agreed upon by the client and their VR counselor?

Answer: Individual Plan for Employment (IPE)

The Individual Plan for Employment (IPE) is a written agreement that details the client's employment goal and the services needed to achieve it.

The concept of 'undue hardship' under the ADA allows an employer to deny a reasonable accommodation when the accommodation would:

Answer: Cause significant difficulty or expense relative to the employer's resources

Undue hardship refers to an action requiring significant difficulty or expense, evaluated in light of factors such as the employer's size, financial resources, and the nature of the operation.

Which employment model places workers with disabilities alongside non-disabled coworkers in standard community workplaces from day one?

Answer: Place-and-train (Individual Placement and Support) model

The place-and-train or Individual Placement and Support (IPS) model integrates individuals directly into competitive jobs first, then provides on-the-job training and support.

A CDS is assisting a client with a traumatic brain injury return to work. Which accommodation strategy is most appropriate for addressing memory deficits?

Answer: Provide written checklists, digital reminders, and structured routines

Compensatory strategies such as written checklists, alarms, and structured routines directly address memory deficits by providing external cognitive supports.

What is the purpose of a 'labor market survey' in vocational rehabilitation?

Answer: Identify available jobs, employer requirements, and wage rates in a local area

A labor market survey analyzes local employment demand, typical job requirements, and compensation to guide realistic vocational planning for the client.