• Understand how to Resolve Case issues - Curveballs
Training Objectives
• Understand changes to Reporting
• Understand changes to the DVR Statewide Fee Schedule
• Understand available Tools and Resources
Training Objectives
• Process for changes:
oResearch
oFeedback
oWorkgroups
oStakeholder Feedback
oEditing
Technical Specifications and Fees
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There was a multi level strategy used to update the technical specifications. Other states services were reviewed Surveys were sent to providers Discussions took place with DVR leaders, staff, service providers, stakeholders Feedback was collected from service providers and staff since the old tech specs were issued 2 years ago. Workgroups met, reviewed the old tech specs, identified and drafted changes The changes were reviewed by many groups and finalized. Budget considerations were reviewed and fee changes were identified. The drafts were edited and added to the DVR webpages.
DVR Service Provider Webpage
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Add screenshot of Tech Spec folder Description of where to find it.
DVR Service Provider Webpage
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Add screenshot of Tech Spec folder Description of where to find it.
• Student Work Based Learning Services (SWBL)
o Available to students in high school or a post-secondary education training program, aged 14 to 21 with an IEP, 504 plan, or documented disability
o Services help with future job development and placement
o SWBL work opportunities are not intended to be the student's end IPE goal job
Service Description
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Include description from the tech spec document-Can be summarized Identify all services in category Identify fee increases Identify new services Describe any qualifiers for the service Coordination of the parties involved Duplicate the slide as needed
• Student Work Based Readiness Plan ($500)
• Student Work Based Learning Experience Development ($1,350)
• Student Work Based Learning Retention ($500/3 months)
Service Fees
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Include description from the tech spec document-Can be summarized Identify all services in category Identify fee increases Identify new services Describe any qualifiers for the service Coordination of the parties involved Duplicate the slide as needed
• Revised RSA guidelines no longer make a distinction between soft skill and job skill instruction
• All instruction for youth will be authorized using the typical Systematic Instruction process
• SWBL Training – 3 payments of $500
• Discontinue $400 per month Soft Skill instruction for Student I/TW
• No difference from adult I/TW
Service Rate/Fee Changes
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Include description from the tech spec document-Can be summarized Identify all services in category Identify fee increases Identify new services Describe any qualifiers for the service Coordination of the parties involved Duplicate the slide as needed
Student Work-Based Readiness Plan• Student Work-Based (SWB) Readiness Plan Service Details
o Explore employment goal and prepare for job search
o Three-part process:
1. Summary of preparation activities
2. Transportation planning
3. Plan for future development
o Job Development Plan and Monthly Report (DVR-18028-E)
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Add a few word summary of each paragraph included for the slide. Summarize each paragraph in a few sentences using different words from the written document. Create additional slides as needed for each service.
• Example: Stephanie
o Identify community jobs of interest
o Introduce the job search process and basic job preparation skills
o Identify barriers and strategies to address
o Meet at referral and completion
o No signature required
SWB Readiness Plan Typical Case Progress
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Stefanie was referred to DVR by her high school teacher, to the DVR assigned to the High School. Now her case is open, and she is ready to begin working with a service provider. Stefanie’s counselor invites the provider to a meeting at her school with Stefanie, her teacher, parents present. After meeting at school, the provider meets with Stefanie at her home to learn more about her, and twice more at school to work on a sample application and practice interviewing The provider then completes the first portion of the Job Development Plan and Monthly update and sends it to the Transition counselor. The transition counselor decides whether to hold a final meeting in person or if verifying agreement by phone or email is ok
• Student already working
• Disagreement about appropriateness of work or job goal
• Concerns about the effect of work on student’s benefits
SWB Readiness Plan Case Curveballs
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Create a name for your case study using the first letter of the name of the service. Identify how the service would unfold from the consumer perspective Include the role and responsibilities of the VRC and the provider for each service.
SWBL Experience Development• Student Work-Based Learning Experience Development
Service Details
o Based on Student Work Based Learning Plan
o Requires DVR and consumer input
o Job Development Plan and Monthly Report (DVR-18028-E)
o Job Hire and Retention Report (DVR-17037-E)
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Add a few word summary of each paragraph included for the slide. Summarize each paragraph in a few sentences using different words from the written document. Create additional slides as needed for each service.
SWBL Experience DevelopmentTypical Case Progress
• Example: Stephanie
o Stephanie and service provider contact potential employers
o Provider assists Stephanie with job applications, modifying resume as needed, and preparing for interviews
o Weekly contact between provider and Stephanie by phone, email, or in person
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Stefanie gets an email every week asking if she has heard of any places she would like to work and other new leads Stefanie tells the provider which ones she is interested in The provider then represents Stefanie to those employers and arranges for job shadows, informational interviews, and, eventually helps negotiate a job offer.
• A student is hired from an I/TW
o The case should proceed from the Work Based Learning Development phase
o Authorize the difference between I/TW and SWBL fee ($625)
SWBL Experience DevelopmentCase Curveballs
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Create a name for your case study using the first letter of the name of the service. Identify how the service would unfold from the consumer perspective Include the role and responsibilities of the VRC and the provider for each service.
SWBL Retention• Student Work-Based Learning Retention Service Details
o As described in the Hire and Retention Report
o 90 days from start date
o Job Hire and Retention Report (DVR-17037-E)
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Add a few word summary of each paragraph included for the slide. Summarize each paragraph in a few sentences using different words from the written document. Create additional slides as needed for each service.
SWBL Retention Typical Case Progress• Example: Stephanie
o Provider maintains regular contact with Stephanie and employer as described in the Job Hire and Retention Report
o Job and Task Analysis and Systematic Instruction can be authorized as needed
• Systematic Instruction cannot be authorized for Potentially Eligible consumers
• Provider obtains wage documentation
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After hire, Stefanie’s job developer helps her with onboarding and updates the Hire and Retention report The job developer introduces Stefanie to a coworker that will provide support and complete the Job and Task Analysis The job developer maintains contact with the employer and Stefanie as described in the Hire and Retention report After 3 months on the job, the developer confirms that Stefanie is ready to continue her job without additional support from the provider and notifies the employer of the intent to fade support completely
• Transition to Adult Statuso When a student turns 22, the case should be begin following the
adult tech specs
• Supported Employmento In student supported employment cases, support should transfer
from the hourly systematic instruction rate to the monthly rate
• Permanent Jobo If a student decides they want to keep their current job
permanently, the case should begin following the adult tech specs
Coordination with Other Services
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Create a name for your case study using the first letter of the name of the service. Identify how the service would unfold from the consumer perspective Include the role and responsibilities of the VRC and the provider for each service.
Fiscal Considerations
Service PO Lines Timeframe Update Timeframe
SWB Readiness PlanSWB Learning Dev
2 6 months Additional 6 monthsNew PO after 12 months
SWBL Retention 3 1 month per line, 3 months typically authorized
*PO for retention must be created within 10 days of hire notice
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The SWBL Plan and SWB Learning Development should be authorized on one PO using two lines and for a period not to exceed six months. The PO may be extended for an additional six-month period if necessary and appropriate and progress continues. An Authorization Update is needed. These POs must be cancelled and recreated after the initial 12 months of activity if necessary and appropriate and progress continues. Include the old PO number in the comment of the new PO. When the consumer has been hired DVR should be notified within 5 days of the hire offer. The Job Retention PO should be developed within 10 days of the notice that the consumer has been hired, accepted the job offer and everyone agrees to the position. It is recommended that the full amount be authorized. The month of support will be reported and invoiced monthly so a separate line is needed for each month of support provided. If more than 3 months is requested consult with VRC. The provider cannot invoice for the retention payment until the consumer has been working for a minimum of 90 days.
Service Reports• Job Development Plan and Monthly Report (DVR-18028-E )
• Job Hire and Retention Report (DVR-17037-E )
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Refrain from discussion of previous reports. List only existing reports, timeframes and use. Reference separate presentation specific to reports
Resources• Job Center of Wisconsin
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List all links ad references Describe how each is used Suggest if additional resource is identified to contact the Program Development Specialist to be included
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