Which DRS contract allows agencies to bill for Job Discovery Services? 

• Milestone

• Supported Employment Contract

• Customized Employment Contract

• Secondary Transition Experience Program (STEP)

Answer explanation

Customized Employment contracts allow agencies to submit billing for phases 1-3:

1. 1. Job Discovery

2. 2. Assessment and Plan

3. 3. Job Development and Placement

Which dates will the first SWTCIE Employment Specialist Roundtable event take place?

• August 29th & 30th

• August 22nd & 23rd

• August 15th & 16th

• July 4th & 5th

Answer explanation

The first SWTCIE Employment Specialist Roundtable event will take place on August 29th & 30th at the I Hotel in Champaign-Urbana.

The Dignity in Pay Act mandates that ___workers in sheltered workshops receive at least minimum wage.

Answer explanation

The proposed Dignity in Pay Act (House Bill 793 HA1) aims to ensure fair compensation for individuals with physical and/or I/DD, developed through extensive discussions with the disability community, including providers of sheltered workshops.

Which one of the following responses best represents the philosophy and values of supported employment? 

• Participate in a work readiness program.

• Be supported in identifying a job that matches his/her strengths and choices while given the support needed to succeed.

• Demonstrate appropriate social skills before participation in supported employment.

• Learn work skills in the sheltered workshop or day activity program before competitive employment to be ready to work.

Answer explanation

Supported Employment takes the customer-driven approach to identify workplace that aligns with their preferences, interests, strengths, and support needs.

Choose all that apply: You’re working through the job discovery process with Lou, what activities could you complete with them to learn more about their preferences, interests, and barriers to accessing employment?

• Work on a resume with Lou.

• Complete situational assessments with Lou.

• Identify transportation options accessible to Lou.

• Tell Lou they should work at GameStop because another customer works there.

Answer explanation

The job discovery process is multifaceted and may be different for each customer. These are a few best practices to begin the process

While maintaining employer connections is important for potential future placements, we want to ensure the customer-driven approach is followed.

You've completed discovery with Lou, and he has identified he would like to work at a grocery store. Which step would you start with to assist Lou with obtaining a job at a local grocery store: 

• • Take a day to visit local grocery stores, WITHOUT Lou, and observe the different jobs being performed. 

• Go to grocery store and identify hiring manager, introduce yourself, and inquire about scheduling informational interview to learn more about the business needs. 

• Take a day to visit local grocery stores, WITH Lou, and observe the different jobs being preformed.

• Go on Indeed and look for job openings online and submit Lou’s application.

Answer explanation

It’s okay to take your time when developing business relationships! The more you understand business practices, the jobs being performed, and the job environment the more likely you are to develop a strong relationship with the business personnel.