About DVR

Welcome to the Washington State Division of Vocational Rehabilitation! To find out about DVR, check out our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) .

The Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) provides employment-related services to individuals with disabilities who want to work but need assistance.  These individuals might experience difficulty getting or keeping a job due to a physical, sensory and/or mental disability.  A DVR counselor works with each individual to develop a customized plan of services designed to help the individual achieve his or her job goal.  DVR services include, but are not limited to the following.

Counseling and guidance:  A primary service provided by DVR counselors to help individuals identify work skills, strengths and interests, choose a job goal and develop a plan for how to reach it.  DVR provides ongoing support until an individual is employed and performing his or her job satisfactorily.

Medical and psychological services:  Services to improve an individual’s physical and mental health, well being and ability to work.  Medical and psychological services may include the purchase of sensory devices (hearing aids, eye glasses), prostheses, or the purchase of professional services, such as counseling or therapy.

Vocational and technical training services:   An option for individuals who choose a job goal that requires post-secondary academic or vocational training.  DVR helps individuals find and use available resources, including resources needed to support an individual attending a training program, such as books, supplies, equipment, transportation, child care, etc. 

  
Rehabilitation technology services and devices:  Provided when an individual’s ability to perform work tasks can be improved through the use of technology.  This may include special adaptive equipment for computers or vehicles, telecommunications devices and/or training in how to use these technologies.

Job placement and retention services: Available for individual who require a higher level of support and assistance to secure a job.  A job placement professional can assist the individual to find job openings, complete applications, help the individual interview, discuss workplace accommodations with the employer, etc.