Common use of THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY Clause in Contracts

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilities. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · Pre-Employment Transition Services · Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · Career assessment services · Information and referral services · Assistive technology services · Vocational counseling and guidance · Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · Vocational and other training services · Supported employment services · Self-employment services · Placement and follow-up DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES for services. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to the cost of certain rehabilitation services. In such instances, the income of the individual/family and size of the family are taken into account.

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilities. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · • Pre-Employment Transition Services · • Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · • Career assessment services · • Information and referral services · • Assistive technology services · • Vocational counseling and guidance · • Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · • Vocational and other training services · • Supported employment services · • Self-employment services · • Placement and follow-up DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES STAR COMMUNITY, INC of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES STAR COMMUNITY, INC for services. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to the cost of certain rehabilitation services. In such instances, the income of the individual/family and size of the family are taken into account. DORS supports only competitive integrated employment. To satisfy the definition of “competitive integrated employment” in section 7(5) of the Rehabilitation Act and 34CFR §361.5(c)(9) of the implementing regulations, the employment outcome must satisfy the criteria of three major components of the definition, including competitive earnings, integrated location, and opportunities for advancement.

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. 1. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilities. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · Pre-Employment Transition Services · Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · Career assessment services · Information and referral services · Assistive technology services · Vocational counseling and guidance · Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · Vocational and other training services · Supported employment services · Self-employment services · Placement and follow-up DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES BENEDICTINE SCHOOL OF EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN, INC. of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES BENEDICTINE SCHOOL OF EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN, INC. for services. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to the cost of certain rehabilitation services. In such instances, the income of the individual/family and size of the family are taken into account.

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. 1. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilities. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · Pre-Employment Transition Services · Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · Career assessment services · Information and referral services · Assistive technology services · Vocational counseling and guidance · Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · Vocational and other training services · Supported employment services · Self-employment services · Placement and follow-up DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES STARFLIGHT ENTERPRISES, INC. of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES STARFLIGHT ENTERPRISES, INC. for services. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to the cost of certain rehabilitation services. In such instances, the income of the individual/family and size of the family are taken into account. DORS supports only competitive integrated employment. To satisfy the definition of “competitive integrated employment” in section 7(5) of the Rehabilitation Act and §361.5(c)(9) of the implementing regulations, the employment outcome must satisfy the criteria of three major components of the definition, including competitive earnings, integrated location, and opportunities for advancement.

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilities. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · • Pre-Employment Transition Services · • Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · • Career assessment services · • Information and referral services · • Assistive technology services · • Vocational counseling and guidance · • Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · • Vocational and other training services · • Supported employment services · • Self-employment services · • Placement and follow-up DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES ITINERIS INC of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES ITINERIS INC for services. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to the cost of certain rehabilitation services. In such instances, the income of the individual/family and size of the family are taken into account.

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilities. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · • Pre-Employment Transition Services · • Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · • Career assessment services · • Information and referral services · • Assistive technology services · • Vocational counseling and guidance · • Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · • Vocational and other training services · • Supported employment services · • Self-employment services · • Placement and follow-up DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES SINAI RETURN! of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES SINAI RETURN! for services. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to the cost of certain rehabilitation services. In such instances, the income of the individual/family and size of the family are taken into account.

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. 1. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS XXXX is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilitieschoice. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · Pre-Employment Transition Services · • Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Behavioral Health Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · • Career assessment services · • Information and referral services · • Assistive technology services · • Vocational counseling and guidance · • Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · • Vocational and other training services · • Supported employment services · -The time frame for provision of supported employment services is 24 months. For youth with most significant disabilities for a period not to exceed 4 years or until such time as a youth reaches the age of 25 and no longer meets the definition of youth with a disability whichever occurs first.. • Extended employment services - Are available to youth with the most significant disabilities for a period not to exceed four years no later than 24 months after the individual enters supported employment, unless a longer period is established in the Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE). • Self-employment services · • Placement and follow-up • Counseling and Information and documentation regarding subminimum wage employment. Under section 511of the Act and final 34 C.F.R. §397, DORS may contract with entities that do not have a special wage certificate under section 14(c) of the Fair Labor Standards Act, to provide Counseling and Information services to youth with most significant disabilities and all individuals with disabilities and documentation services as required by 34 C.F.R. §397 within the timeframes identified in the regulations. DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES TRANSCEN, INC. of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES TRANSCEN, INC. for services. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to the cost of certain rehabilitation services. In such instances, the income of the individual/family and size of the family are taken into account. DORS supports competitive integrated employment, which must meet the following criteria: • The earnings must be equal or greater than the federal, State, or local minimum wage rate, whichever is higher, there the placement of employment is located; and comparable to the customary rate paid by the employer to employees without disabilities in similar positions with comparable skills, experience, and training. The employee with the disability also must receive benefits comparable to those employees without disabilities in similar position. • Is in a setting typically found in the community and it is in a setting in which the individual with the disability interacts while performing his or her job duties with employees without disabilities in the work unit and entire employment site, and others person without disabilities to the same extent that employees without disabilities in similar positions interact with these persons. • The employee with the disability must be eligible for the same opportunities for advancement as are available to employees without disabilities in similar positions. • If an individual’s employment fails to satisfy any one of the above components, the employment will not meet the definition of competitive integrated employment. DORS supports Supported Employment which is: • Competitive integrated employment, including customized employment; or • Employment in an integrated work setting in which an individual with a most significant disability is working on a short-term basis toward competitive integrated employment; and • Employment that is individualized and customized, consistent with the individual’s unique strengths, abilities, interests, and informed choice, including with ongoing support services for individuals with the most significant disabilities (Section 7(38) of the Act and 34 C.F.R. §363.1(b)). In consideration of Xxx Xxxxxx Equal Employment Act, which requires Maryland employers who pay their employees with disabilities below the minimum wage to phase out their use of subminimum wage by October 1, 2020, Maryland’s Commissioner of Labor and Industry can no longer issue new Section 14 (c) certificates, after October 1, 2016.

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilities. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · • Pre-Employment Transition Services · • Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · • Career assessment services · • Information and referral services · • Assistive technology services · • Vocational counseling and guidance · • Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · • Vocational and other training services · • Supported employment services · • Self-employment services · • Placement and follow-up DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES CHIMES INC of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES CHIMES INC for services. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to the cost of certain rehabilitation services. In such instances, the income of the individual/family and size of the family are taken into account.

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS XXXX is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilities. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · • Pre-Employment Transition Services · • Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · • Career assessment services · • Information and referral services · • Assistive technology services · • Vocational counseling and guidance · • Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · • Vocational and other training services · • Supported employment services · • Self-employment services · • Placement and follow-up DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAMS OF CARROLL COUNTY, INC of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAMS OF CARROLL COUNTY, INC for services. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to the cost of certain rehabilitation services. In such instances, the income of the individual/family and size of the family are taken into account.

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilities. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · • Pre-Employment Transition Services · • Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · • Career assessment services · • Information and referral services · • Assistive technology services · • Vocational counseling and guidance · • Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · • Vocational and other training services · • Supported employment services · • Self-employment services · • Placement and follow-up DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES COMMUNITY OPTIONS INC of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES COMMUNITY OPTIONS INC for services. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to the cost of certain rehabilitation services. In such instances, the income of the individual/family and size of the family are taken into account.

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. 1. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilitieschoice. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · Pre-Employment Transition Services · • Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · • Career assessment services · • Information and referral services · • Assistive technology services · • Vocational counseling and guidance · • Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · • Vocational and other training services · • Supported employment services · • Self-employment services · • Placement and follow-up DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES CHI of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES CHI for services. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to the cost of certain rehabilitation services. In such instances, the income of the individual/family and size of the family are taken into account. DORS supports only competitive employment, which is defined as “work in the competitive labor market that is performed on a full-time or part-time basis in an integrated setting, and for which an individual is compensated at or above the minimum wage, but not less than the customary wage and level of benefits paid by the employer for the same or similar work performed by individuals who are not disabled.” (Federal VR Regulations, 34 CFR § 361.5(11))

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. 1. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS XXXX is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilitieschoice. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · Pre-Employment Transition Services · • Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · • Career assessment services · • Information and referral services · • Assistive technology services · • Vocational counseling and guidance · • Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · • Vocational and other training services · • Supported employment services · • Self-employment services · • Placement and follow-up DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES ServiceSource of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES ServiceSource for services. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to the cost of certain rehabilitation services. In such instances, the income of the individual/family and size of the family are taken into account. DORS supports only competitive employment, which is defined as “work in the competitive labor market that is performed on a full-time or part-time basis in an integrated setting, and for which an individual is compensated at or above the minimum wage, but not less than the customary wage and level of benefits paid by the employer for the same or similar work performed by individuals who are not disabled.” (Federal VR Regulations, 34 CFR § 361.5(11))

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. 1. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilitieschoice. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · Pre-Employment Transition Services · • Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · • Career assessment services · • Information and referral services · • Assistive technology services · • Vocational counseling and guidance · • Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · • Vocational and other training services · • Supported employment services · • Self-employment services · • Placement and follow-up DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES WOU of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES WOU for services. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to the cost of certain rehabilitation services. In such instances, the income of the individual/family and size of the family are taken into account. DORS supports only competitive employment, which is defined as “work in the competitive labor market that is performed on a full-time or part-time basis in an integrated setting, and for which an individual is compensated at or above the minimum wage, but not less than the customary wage and level of benefits paid by the employer for the same or similar work performed by individuals who are not disabled.” (Federal VR Regulations, 34 CFR § 361.5(11)) 2. WORK OPPORTUNITIES UNLIMITED CONTRACTS, INC. Founded in 1982, Work Opportunities Unlimited is a community-based employment service provider specializing in placing job seekers who experience barriers to employment. The company has grown from one person to a workforce of hundreds that serves thousands of adults and students annually. In addition to private citizens, our company provides services to individuals referred by state- specific school districts, welfare, mental health, developmental disability, vocational rehabilitation and youth services agencies, as well as the U.S. Social Security Administration through the Ticket to Work program. Work Opportunities Unlimited maintains certifications with state developmental service agencies in the areas we provide service. Mission Statement "We create new opportunities for success in the workplace, everyday." Core Values • We believe all people can work. • It is our responsibility to change the world of work. • We believe in individual initiative and dignity. • We are a pioneering and creative organization. • We build successful, reciprocal relationships. • We are never satisfied. Source: xxx.xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx.xxx 11/2/2015

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. 1. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilities. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · • Pre-Employment Transition Services · • Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · • Career assessment services · • Information and referral services · • Assistive technology services · • Vocational counseling and guidance · • Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · • Vocational and other training services · • Supported employment services · • Self-employment services · • Placement and follow-up DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES THE ARC NORTHERN CHESAPEAKE REGION of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES THE ARC NORTHERN CHESAPEAKE REGION for services. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to the cost of certain rehabilitation services. In such instances, the income of the individual/family and size of the family are taken into account. DORS supports only competitive integrated employment. To satisfy the definition of “competitive integrated employment” in section 7(5) of the Rehabilitation Act and §361.5(c)(9) of the implementing regulations, the employment outcome must satisfy the criteria of three major components of the definition, including competitive earnings, integrated location, and opportunities for advancement.

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilities. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · • Pre-Employment Transition Services · • Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · • Career assessment services · • Information and referral services · • Assistive technology services · • Vocational counseling and guidance · • Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · • Vocational and other training services · • Supported employment services · • Self-employment services · • Placement and follow-up DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES KEN’S KREW, INC of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES KEN’S KREW, INC for services. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to the cost of certain rehabilitation services. In such instances, the income of the individual/family and size of the family are taken into account.. DORS supports only competitive integrated employment. To satisfy the definition of “competitive integrated employment” in section 7(5) of the Rehabilitation Act and 34CFR §361.5(c)(9) of the implementing regulations, the employment outcome must satisfy the criteria of three major components of the definition, including competitive earnings, integrated location, and opportunities for advancement. • Competitive Earnings

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. 1. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilitieschoice. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · Pre-Employment Transition Services · • Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · • Career assessment services · • Information and referral services · • Assistive technology services · • Vocational counseling and guidance · • Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · • Vocational and other training services · • Supported employment services · • Self-employment services · • Placement and follow-up DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES INDEPENDENCE NOW, INC. of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES INDEPENDENCE NOW, INC. for services. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to the cost of certain rehabilitation services. In such instances, the income of the individual/family and size of the family are taken into account. DORS supports only competitive employment, which is defined as “work in the competitive labor market that is performed on a full-time or part-time basis in an integrated setting, and for which an individual is compensated at or above the minimum wage, but not less than the customary wage and level of benefits paid by the employer for the same or similar work performed by individuals who are not disabled.” (Federal VR Regulations, 34 CFR § 361.5(11))

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilities. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · • Pre-Employment Transition Services · • Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · • Career assessment services · • Information and referral services · • Assistive technology services · • Vocational counseling and guidance · • Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · • Vocational and other training services · • Supported employment services · • Self-employment services · • Placement and follow-up DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES for servicesLT. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to the cost of certain rehabilitation services. In such instances, the income of the individual/family and size of the family are taken into account.XXXXXX

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. 1. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilities. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · • Pre-Employment Transition Services · • Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · • Career assessment services · • Information and referral services · • Assistive technology services · • Vocational counseling and guidance · • Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · • Vocational and other training services · • Supported employment services · • Self-employment services · • Placement and follow-up DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES BELLO MACHRE of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES BELLO MACHRE for services. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to the cost of certain rehabilitation services. In such instances, the income of the individual/family and size of the family are taken into account.

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. 1. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilitieschoice. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · Pre-Employment Transition Services · • Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · • Career assessment services · • Information and referral services · • Assistive technology services · • Vocational counseling and guidance · • Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · • Vocational and other training services · • Supported employment services · • Self-employment services · • Placement and follow-up DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES DCS of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES DCS for services. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to the cost of certain rehabilitation services. In such instances, the income of the individual/family and size of the family are taken into account. DORS supports only competitive employment, which is defined as “work in the competitive labor market that is performed on a full-time or part-time basis in an integrated setting, and for which an individual is compensated at or above the minimum wage, but not less than the customary wage and level of benefits paid by the employer for the same or similar work performed by individuals who are not disabled.” (Federal VR Regulations, 34 CFR § 361.5(11)) 2. DCS Delmarva Community Services, Inc. (DCS), formerly the Dorchester Development Unit, was established in May 1974. DCS has been working in the Mid-Shore area since then to offer persons with developmental disabilities, the elderly, and others opportunities to grow through effective care, education and employment. The Vocational Program is a multi-faceted approach that offers many opportunities for individuals with developmental disabilities. Several avenues of training and work are available based on the XxXxxxxx Dial Basic Vocational Evaluations, and the goals and desires of the individual. (Source: xxxx://xxx.xxxxxx.xxx/services-for-individuals-with-disabilities.html)

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. 1. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS XXXX is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilitieschoice. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · Pre-Employment Transition Services · • Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Behavioral Health Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · • Career assessment services · • Information and referral services · • Assistive technology services · • Vocational counseling and guidance · • Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · • Vocational and other training services · • Supported employment services · -The time frame for provision of supported employment services is 24 months. For youth with most significant disabilities for a period not to exceed 4 years or until such time as a youth reaches the age of 25 and no longer meets the definition of youth with a disability whichever occurs first. • Extended employment services - Are available to youth with the most significant disabilities for a period not to exceed four years no later than 24 months after the individual enters supported employment, unless a longer period is established in the Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE). • Self-employment services · • Placement and follow-up • Counseling and Information and documentation regarding subminimum wage employment. Under section 511of the Act and final 34 C.F.R. §397, DORS may contract with entities that do not have a special wage certificate under section 14(c) of the Fair Labor Standards Act, to provide Counseling and Information services to youth with most significant disabilities and all individuals with disabilities and documentation services as required by 34 C.F.R. §397 within the timeframes identified in the regulations. DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES SPRING DELL CENTER, INC. of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES SPRING DELL CENTER, INC. for services. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to the cost of certain rehabilitation services. In such instances, the income of the individual/family and size of the family are taken into account. DORS supports competitive integrated employment, which must meet the following criteria: • The earnings must be equal or greater than the federal, State, or local minimum wage rate, whichever is higher, there the placement of employment is located; and comparable to the customary rate paid by the employer to employees without disabilities in similar positions with comparable skills, experience, and training. The employee with the disability also must receive benefits comparable to those employees without disabilities in similar position. • Is in a setting typically found in the community and it is in a setting in which the individual with the disability interacts while performing his or her job duties with employees without disabilities in the work unit and entire employment site, and others person without disabilities to the same extent that employees without disabilities in similar positions interact with these persons. • The employee with the disability must be eligible for the same opportunities for advancement as are available to employees without disabilities in similar positions. • If an individual’s employment fails to satisfy any one of the above components, the employment will not meet the definition of competitive integrated employment. DORS supports Supported Employment which is: • Competitive integrated employment, including customized employment; or • Employment in an integrated work setting in which an individual with a most significant disability is working on a short-term basis toward competitive integrated employment; and • Employment that is individualized and customized, consistent with the individual’s unique strengths, abilities, interests, and informed choice, including with ongoing support services for individuals with the most significant disabilities (Section 7(38) of the Act and 34 C.F.R. §363.1(b)). In consideration of Xxx Xxxxxx Equal Employment Act, which requires Maryland employers who pay their employees with disabilities below the minimum wage to phase out their use of subminimum wage by October 1, 2020, Maryland’s Commissioner of Labor and Industry can no longer issue new Section 14 (c) certificates, after October 1, 2016.

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilities. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · • Pre-Employment Transition Services · • Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · • Career assessment services · • Information and referral services · • Assistive technology services · • Vocational counseling and guidance · • Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · • Vocational and other training services · • Supported employment services · • Self-employment services · • Placement and follow-up DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES THE ARC BALTIMORE, INC of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES THE ARC BALTIMORE, INC for services. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to the cost of certain rehabilitation services. In such instances, the income of the individual/family and size of the family are taken into account.

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilities. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · • Pre-Employment Transition Services · • Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · ( shouldn’t this say presumed to have a significant disability) • Career assessment services · • Information and referral services · • Assistive technology services · • Vocational counseling and guidance · • Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · • Vocational and other training services · • Supported employment services · • Self-employment services · • Placement and follow-up DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES Colorado Center for the Blind of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES Colorado Center for the Blind for services. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to the cost of certain rehabilitation services. In such instances, the income of the individual/family and size of the family are taken into account. DORS supports only competitive integrated employment. To satisfy the definition of “competitive integrated employment” in section 7(5) of the Rehabilitation Act and §361.5(c)(9) of the implementing regulations, the employment outcome must satisfy the criteria of three major components of the definition, including competitive earnings, integrated location, and opportunities for advancement.

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilities. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · • Pre-Employment Transition Services · • Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · • Career assessment services · • Information and referral services · • Assistive technology services · • Vocational counseling and guidance · • Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · • Vocational and other training services · • Supported employment services · • Self-employment services · • Placement and follow-up DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES COMPASS INC of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES COMPASS INC for services. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to the cost of certain rehabilitation services. In such instances, the income of the individual/family and size of the family are taken into account.

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS XXXX is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilities. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · • Pre-Employment Transition Services · • Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · • Career assessment services · • Information and referral services · • Assistive technology services · • Vocational counseling and guidance · • Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · • Vocational and other training services · • Supported employment services · • Self-employment services · • Placement and follow-up DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS XXXX will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES COMPANIONS, INC of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES COMPANIONS, INC for services. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to the cost of certain rehabilitation services. In such instances, the income of the individual/family and size of the family are taken into account. DORS supports only competitive integrated employment. To satisfy the definition of “competitive integrated employment” in section 7(5) of the Rehabilitation Act and 34CFR §361.5(c)(9) of the implementing regulations, the employment outcome must satisfy the criteria of three major components of the definition, including competitive earnings, integrated location, and opportunities for advancement.

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS XXXX is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilities. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · • Pre-Employment Transition Services · • Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · • Career assessment services · • Information and referral services · • Assistive technology services · • Vocational counseling and guidance · • Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · • Vocational and other training services · • Supported employment services · • Self-employment services · • Placement and follow-up DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES XXXXX’S HOUSE INC of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES XXXXX’S HOUSE INC for services. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to the cost of certain rehabilitation services. In such instances, the income of the individual/family and size of the family are taken into account.

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. 1. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilitieschoice. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · Pre-Employment Transition Services · • Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · • Career assessment services · • Information and referral services · • Assistive technology services · • Vocational counseling and guidance · • Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · • Vocational and other training services · • Supported employment services · • Self-employment services · • Placement and follow-up DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES Target of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES Target for services. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to individual’s participation in the cost of certain rehabilitation services other than assessment and related services; counseling, guidance and referral services; work-related placement assistance; communication aids and services required by individuals to benefit from VR services; personal assistance services; and services provided by teachers for the blind employed by DORS. Recipients of SSI and/or SSDI are excluded from participation in the cost of services. In such instancesDORS supports only competitive employment, which is defined as “work in the income competitive labor market that is performed on a full-time or part-time basis in an integrated setting, and for which an individual is compensated at or above the minimum wage, but not less than the customary wage and level of benefits paid by the individual/employer for the same or similar work performed by individuals who are not disabled.” (Federal VR Regulations, 34 CFR § 361.5(11)) 2. Target Since its inception in 1983, Target Community & Educational Services, Inc. (Target) has been dedicated to enhancing the lives of children and adults with intellectual and other disabilities through quality, community-based residential, educational, vocational, recreational and family support services. Target’s dedicated employees conscientiously work to provide a safe and size high quality of the family are taken into account.life for all clients, now numbering over 300. Our goal is to assist these individuals to be active and productive participants in our community and to live as independently as possible Downloaded 10/23/13 xxx.xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx.xxx

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilities. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · • Pre-Employment Transition Services · • Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · • Career assessment services · • Information and referral services · • Assistive technology services · • Vocational counseling and guidance · • Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · • Vocational and other training services · • Supported employment services · • Self-employment services · • Placement and follow-up DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES CREATIVE OPTIONS, INC. of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES CREATIVE OPTIONS, INC. for services. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to the cost of certain rehabilitation services. In such instances, the income of the individual/family and size of the family are taken into account. DORS supports only competitive integrated employment. To satisfy the definition of “competitive integrated employment” in section 7(5) of the Rehabilitation Act and §361.5(c)(9) of the implementing regulations, the employment outcome must satisfy the criteria of three major components of the definition, including competitive earnings, integrated location, and opportunities for advancement.

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilities. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · • Pre-Employment Transition Services · • Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · • Career assessment services · • Information and referral services · • Assistive technology services · • Vocational counseling and guidance · • Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · • Vocational and other training services · • Supported employment services · • Self-employment services · • Placement and follow-up DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES PROVIDENCE CENTER INC of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES PROVIDENCE CENTER INC for services. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to the cost of certain rehabilitation services. In such instances, the income of the individual/family and size of the family are taken into account.

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. 1. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilities. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · • Pre-Employment Transition Services · • Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · • Career assessment services · • Information and referral services · • Assistive technology services · • Vocational counseling and guidance · • Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · • Vocational and other training services · • Supported employment services · • Self-employment services · • Placement and follow-up DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES THE ARC XXXXXXX COUNTY of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES THE ARC XXXXXXX COUNTY for services. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to the cost of certain rehabilitation services. In such instances, the income of the individual/family and size of the family are taken into account. DORS supports only competitive integrated employment. To satisfy the definition of “competitive integrated employment” in section 7(5) of the Rehabilitation Act and §361.5(c)(9) of the implementing regulations, the employment outcome must satisfy the criteria of three major components of the definition, including competitive earnings, integrated location, and opportunities for advancement.

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilities. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · • Pre-Employment Transition Services · • Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · • Career assessment services · • Information and referral services · • Assistive technology services · • Vocational counseling and guidance · • Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · • Vocational and other training services · • Supported employment services · • Self-employment services · • Placement and follow-up DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES UNITED NEEDS AND ABILITIES, INC. of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES UNITED NEEDS AND ABILITIES, INC. for services. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to the cost of certain rehabilitation services. In such instances, the income of the individual/family and size of the family are taken into account.

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. 1. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilitieschoice. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · Pre-Employment Transition Services · • Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · • Career assessment services · • Information and referral services · • Assistive technology services · • Vocational counseling and guidance · • Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · • Vocational and other training services · • Supported employment services · • Self-employment services · • Placement and follow-up DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES TLC/OUTCOMES of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES TLC/OUTCOMES for services. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to the cost of certain rehabilitation services. In such instances, the income of the individual/family and size of the family are taken into account. DORS supports only competitive employment, which is defined as “work in the competitive labor market that is performed on a full-time or part-time basis in an integrated setting, and for which an individual is compensated at or above the minimum wage, but not less than the customary wage and level of benefits paid by the employer for the same or similar work performed by individuals who are not disabled.” (Federal VR Regulations, 34 CFR § 361.5(11))

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilities. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · • Pre-Employment Transition Services · • Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · • Career assessment services · • Information and referral services · • Assistive technology services · • Vocational counseling and guidance · • Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · • Vocational and other training services · • Supported employment services · • Self-employment services · • Placement and follow-up DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES XXXXXXX CENTER, INC of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES XXXXXXX CENTER, INC for services. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to the cost of certain rehabilitation services. In such instances, the income of the individual/family and size of the family are taken into account.

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilities. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · • Pre-Employment Transition Services · • Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · • Career assessment services · • Information and referral services · • Assistive technology services · • Vocational counseling and guidance · • Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · • Vocational and other training services · • Supported employment services · • Self-employment services · • Placement and follow-up DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES THE ARC XXXXXXXXXX COUNTY of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES THE ARC XXXXXXXXXX COUNTY for services. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to the cost of certain rehabilitation services. In such instances, the income of the individual/family and size of the family are taken into account.

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. 1. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilities. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · Pre-Employment Transition Services · Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · Career assessment services · Information and referral services · Assistive technology services · Vocational counseling and guidance · Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · Vocational and other training services · Supported employment services · Self-employment services · Placement and follow-up DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES XXXXXXX XXXXXXX EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES, INC. of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES XXXXXXX XXXXXXX EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES, INC. for services. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to the cost of certain rehabilitation services. In such instances, the income of the individual/family and size of the family are taken into account. DORS supports only competitive integrated employment. To satisfy the definition of “competitive integrated employment” in section 7(5) of the Rehabilitation Act and §361.5(c)(9) of the implementing regulations, the employment outcome must satisfy the criteria of three major components of the definition, including competitive earnings, integrated location, and opportunities for advancement.

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. 1. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS XXXX is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilities. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · • Pre-Employment Transition Services · • Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · • Career assessment services · • Information and referral services · • Assistive technology services · • Vocational counseling and guidance · • Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · • Vocational and other training services · • Supported employment services · • Self-employment services · • Placement and follow-up DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES MID ATLANTIC HUMAN SERVICE CORPORATION of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES MID ATLANTIC HUMAN SERVICE CORPORATION for services. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to the cost of certain rehabilitation services. In such instances, the income of the individual/family and size of the family are taken into account.

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. 1. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilitieschoice. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · Pre-Employment Transition Services · • Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · • Career assessment services · • Information and referral services · • Assistive technology services · • Vocational counseling and guidance · • Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · • Vocational and other training services · • Supported employment services · • Self-employment services · • Placement and follow-up DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES Fedcap of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES Fedcap for services. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to the cost of certain rehabilitation services. In such instances, the income of the individual/family and size of the family are taken into account. DORS supports only competitive integrated employment, which is defined as “work in the competitive labor market that is performed on a full-time or part-time basis in an integrated setting, and for which an individual is compensated at or above the minimum wage, but not less than the customary wage and level of benefits paid by the employer for the same or similar work performed by individuals who are not disabled.” (Federal VR Regulations, 34 CFR § 361.5(11))

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. 1. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilities. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · Pre-Employment Transition Services · Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · Career assessment services · Information and referral services · Assistive technology services · Vocational counseling and guidance · Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · Vocational and other training services · Supported employment services · Self-employment services · Placement and follow-up DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES SUNRISE COMMUNITY OF MARYLAND, INC. of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES SUNRISE COMMUNITY OF MARYLAND, INC. for services. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to the cost of certain rehabilitation services. In such instances, the income of the individual/family and size of the family are taken into account.

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilities. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · • Pre-Employment Transition Services · • Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · • Career assessment services · • Information and referral services · • Assistive technology services · • Vocational counseling and guidance · • Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · • Vocational and other training services · • Supported employment services · • Self-employment services · • Placement and follow-up DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES VSP of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES VSP for services. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to the cost of certain rehabilitation services. In such instances, the income of the individual/family and size of the family are taken into account.

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. 1. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilities. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · • Pre-Employment Transition Services · • Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · • Career assessment services · • Information and referral services · • Assistive technology services · • Vocational counseling and guidance · • Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · • Vocational and other training services · • Supported employment services · • Self-employment services · • Placement and follow-up DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES CHESAPEAKE CENTER, INC. of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES CHESAPEAKE CENTER, INC. for services. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to the cost of certain rehabilitation services. In such instances, the income of the individual/family and size of the family are taken into account.

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. 1. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilitieschoice. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · Pre-Employment Transition Services · • Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · • Career assessment services · • Information and referral services · • Assistive technology services · • Vocational counseling and guidance · • Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · • Vocational and other training services · • Supported employment services · • Self-employment services · • Placement and follow-up DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX XX XXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES GROUP, LLC of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX XX XXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES GROUP, LLC for services. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to the cost of certain rehabilitation services. In such instances, the income of the individual/family and size of the family are taken into account. DORS supports only competitive employment, which is defined as “work in the competitive labor market that is performed on a full-time or part-time basis in an integrated setting, and for which an individual is compensated at or above the minimum wage, but not less than the customary wage and level of benefits paid by the employer for the same or similar work performed by individuals who are not disabled.” (Federal VR Regulations, 34 CFR § 361.5(11)) 2. CRP “JMD is a consulting service company that is active in the community as a creative and innovative organization committed to providing quality services and opportunities to the people we serve. The JMD team is dedicated and highly skilled with creative ideas to build strategies, which create opportunities along with tools and resources. We value the diverse population who deserve to have an active voice in creating choices and establish relationships that lead to great opportunities. Through progression by establishing relationships and partnerships with educational institutions, municipalities, business and other like organizations, we strive to be the leader that exemplifies the standard of service in our industry. With the specialized tools and resources that JMD team possesses, we endeavor to make a difference by enriching our client’s lives.” (source: xxxx://xxx.xxxxxxxxxx.xxx/overview 7/1/2015)

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilities. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · • Pre-Employment Transition Services · • Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · • Career assessment services · • Information and referral services · • Assistive technology services · • Vocational counseling and guidance · • Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · • Vocational and other training services · • Supported employment services · • Self-employment services · • Placement and follow-up DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES SPECTRUM SUPPORT INC of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES SPECTRUM SUPPORT INC for services. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to the cost of certain rehabilitation services. In such instances, the income of the individual/family and size of the family are taken into account.

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilities. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · • Pre-Employment Transition Services · • Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · • Career assessment services · • Information and referral services · • Assistive technology services · • Vocational counseling and guidance · • Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · • Vocational and other training services · • Supported employment services · • Self-employment services · • Placement and follow-up DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES FRIENDS AWARE, INC of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES FRIENDS AWARE, INC for services. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to the cost of certain rehabilitation services. In such instances, the income of the individual/family and size of the family are taken into account.

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. 1. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilitieschoice. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · Pre-Employment Transition Services · • Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · • Career assessment services · • Information and referral services · • Assistive technology services · • Vocational counseling and guidance · • Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · • Vocational and other training services · • Supported employment services · • Self-employment services · • Placement and follow-up DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES FAMILY NEW LIFE MINISTRIES SERVICES, INC. of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES FAMILY NEW LIFE MINISTRIES SERVICES, INC. for services. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to the cost of certain rehabilitation services. In such instances, the income of the individual/family and size of the family are taken into account. DORS supports only competitive employment, which is defined as “work in the competitive labor market that is performed on a full-time or part-time basis in an integrated setting, and for which an individual is compensated at or above the minimum wage, but not less than the customary wage and level of benefits paid by the employer for the same or similar work performed by individuals who are not disabled.” (Federal VR Regulations, 34 CFR § 361.5(11))

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. 1. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilities. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · • Pre-Employment Transition Services · • Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · • Career assessment services · • Information and referral services · • Assistive technology services · • Vocational counseling and guidance · • Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · • Vocational and other training services · • Supported employment services · • Self-employment services · • Placement and follow-up DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES BAYSIDE COMMUNITY NETWORK, INC of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES BAYSIDE COMMUNITY NETWORK, INC for services. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to the cost of certain rehabilitation services. In such instances, the income of the individual/family and size of the family are taken into account. DORS supports only competitive integrated employment. To satisfy the definition of “competitive integrated employment” in section 7(5) of the Rehabilitation Act and §361.5(c)(9) of the implementing regulations, the employment outcome must satisfy the criteria of three major components of the definition, including competitive earnings, integrated location, and opportunities for advancement.

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. 1. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilitieschoice. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · Pre-Employment Transition Services · • Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Behavioral Health Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · • Career assessment services · • Information and referral services · • Assistive technology services · • Vocational counseling and guidance · • Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · • Vocational and other training services · • Supported employment services · -The time frame for provision of supported employment services is 24 months. For youth with most significant disabilities for a period not to exceed 4 years or until such time as a youth reaches the age of 25 and no longer meets the definition of youth with a disability whichever occurs first.. • Extended employment services - Are available to youth with the most significant disabilities for a period not to exceed four years no later than 24 months after the individual enters supported employment, unless a longer period is established in the Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE). • Self-employment services · • Placement and follow-up • Counseling and Information and documentation regarding subminimum wage employment. Under section 511of the Act and final 34 C.F.R. §397, DORS may contract with entities that do not have a special wage certificate under section 14(c) of the Fair Labor Standards Act, to provide Counseling and Information services to youth with most significant disabilities and all individuals with disabilities and documentation services as required by 34 C.F.R. §397 within the timeframes identified in the regulations. DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES DILA of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES DILA for services. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to the cost of certain rehabilitation services. In such instances, the income of the individual/family and size of the family are taken into account. DORS supports competitive integrated employment, which must meet the following criteria: • The earnings must be equal or greater than the federal, State, or local minimum wage rate, whichever is higher, there the placement of employment is located; and comparable to the customary rate paid by the employer to employees without disabilities in similar positions with comparable skills, experience, and training. The employee with the disability also must receive benefits comparable to those employees without disabilities in similar position. • Is in a setting typically found in the community and it is in a setting in which the individual with the disability interacts while performing his or her job duties with employees without disabilities in the work unit and entire employment site, and others person without disabilities to the same extent that employees without disabilities in similar positions interact with these persons. • The employee with the disability must be eligible for the same opportunities for advancement as are available to employees without disabilities in similar positions. • If an individual’s employment fails to satisfy any one of the above components, the employment will not meet the definition of competitive integrated employment. DORS supports Supported Employment which is: • Competitive integrated employment, including customized employment; or • Employment in an integrated work setting in which an individual with a most significant disability is working on a short-term basis toward competitive integrated employment; and • Employment that is individualized and customized, consistent with the individual’s unique strengths, abilities, interests, and informed choice, including with ongoing support services for individuals with the most significant disabilities (Section 7(38) of the Act and 34 C.F.R. §363.1(b)). In consideration of Xxx Xxxxxx Equal Employment Act, which requires Maryland employers who pay their employees with disabilities below the minimum wage to phase out their use of subminimum wage by October 1, 2020, Maryland’s Commissioner of Labor and Industry can no longer issue new Section 14 (c) certificates, after October 1, 2016.

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilities. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · • Pre-Employment Transition Services · • Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · • Career assessment services · • Information and referral services · • Assistive technology services · • Vocational counseling and guidance · • Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · • Vocational and other training services · • Supported employment services · • Self-employment services · • Placement and follow-up DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES UNIFIED COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES UNIFIED COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS for services. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to the cost of certain rehabilitation services. In such instances, the income of the individual/family and size of the family are taken into account.

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS XXXX is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilities. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · • Pre-Employment Transition Services · • Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · • Career assessment services · • Information and referral services · • Assistive technology services · • Vocational counseling and guidance · • Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · • Vocational and other training services · • Supported employment services · • Self-employment services · • Placement and follow-up DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES BEST BUDDIES MARYLAND of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES BEST BUDDIES MARYLAND for services. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to the cost of certain rehabilitation services. In such instances, the income of the individual/family and size of the family are taken into account.

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. 1. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS XXXX is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilities. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · • Pre-Employment Transition Services · • Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · • Career assessment services · • Information and referral services · • Assistive technology services · • Vocational counseling and guidance · • Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · • Vocational and other training services · • Supported employment services · • Self-employment services · • Placement and follow-up DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES NEW HORIZONS SUPPORTED SERVICES, INC. of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES NEW HORIZONS SUPPORTED SERVICES, INC. for services. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to the cost of certain rehabilitation services. In such instances, the income of the individual/family and size of the family are taken into account.

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilities. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · • Pre-Employment Transition Services · • Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · • Career assessment services · • Information and referral services · • Assistive technology services · • Vocational counseling and guidance · • Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · • Vocational and other training services · • Supported employment services · • Self-employment services · • Placement and follow-up DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES LIBERTY HOUSE INTERNATIONAL MINISTRIES of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES LIBERTY HOUSE INTERNATIONAL MINISTRIES for services. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to the cost of certain rehabilitation services. In such instances, the income of the individual/family and size of the family are taken into account.

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilities. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · • Pre-Employment Transition Services · • Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · • Career assessment services · • Information and referral services · • Assistive technology services · • Vocational counseling and guidance · • Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · • Vocational and other training services · • Supported employment services · • Self-employment services · • Placement and follow-up DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES THE ARC OF XXXXXXXXX COUNTY of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES THE ARC OF XXXXXXXXX COUNTY for services. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to the cost of certain rehabilitation services. In such instances, the income of the individual/family and size of the family are taken into account.

THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF EACH AGENCY. 1. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) DORS is the official State agency responsible for administering the Public Rehabilitation Program in Maryland. As such, DORS is responsible for providing to individuals with disabilities determined to be eligible and to meet Order of Selection criteria, vocational rehabilitation services and employment opportunities consistent with their assessed needs, capabilities, priorities, abilities and informed choice as well as Pre-Employment Transition Services for both eligible, and potentially eligible, Students with Disabilities. The Division is responsible for assessing the vocational potential of Maryland citizens with disabilities and providing services to assist eligible individuals in entering or re-entering employment thereby improving their ability to function independently in the community. In responding to the vocational needs of eligible individuals with disabilities, DORS will provide and/or coordinate services including but not limited to: · • Pre-Employment Transition Services · • Assessment for determining eligibility and priority for services for vocational rehabilitation based on the following federal criteria: The individual (1) has a physical or mental impairment which for the individual constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment; and (2) requires vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance and those eligible for supported employment through of the Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Mental Hygiene Administration are presumed eligible for DORS services. · • Career assessment services · • Information and referral services · • Assistive technology services · • Vocational counseling and guidance · • Diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental impairments · • Vocational and other training services · • Supported employment services · • Self-employment services · • Placement and follow-up DORS is required by federal law to establish an “order of selection” for services when the agency has insufficient funding to serve all eligible individuals. The order of selection stipulates that individuals with the most significant disabilities shall be served on a priority basis. Individuals may be placed on a waiting list for services. DORS will advise XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES XXXXX KEY CENTER of the status of the order of selection periodically, including anticipated impact on referral of DORS consumers to XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX CONSULTING SERVICES XXXXX KEY CENTER for services. The financial need of the individual with a disability is considered in determining if the individual would be required to contribute to the cost of certain rehabilitation services. In such instances, the income of the individual/family and size of the family are taken into account. DORS supports only competitive integrated employment. To satisfy the definition of “competitive integrated employment” in section 7(5) of the Rehabilitation Act and §361.5(c)(9) of the implementing regulations, the employment outcome must satisfy the criteria of three major components of the definition, including competitive earnings, integrated location, and opportunities for advancement.