Is DVR Right For You?

Do you want to work?
If you have a disability that makes it difficult for you to get or keep a job, and you want to work, the Washington State Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) can help.

What is DVR?
DVR is a statewide resource for people with disabilities. We assist individuals with disabilities in getting and keeping a job. DVR is a state and federally-sponsored program. DVR works in partnership with the community and businesses to develop employment opportunities for people with disabilities.

Who does DVR serve?
DVR may serve you if you:

1. Have a physical or mental disability that makes it difficult to get a job or keep a job that matches your skills, potential, and interest.

2. Need services and support, such as counseling, training, or assistance with a job search, in order to get or keep a job.

How can DVR help me go to work?
DVR staff will help you get the information you need to make a good decision about:
• What type of job you want
• Steps needed to reach your goal of going to work

With support from DVR, you will:
• Design and carry out a step-by-step plan to reach your employment goals.

What types of services does DVR offer?
DVR offers a variety of services to assist people with disabilities to prepare for, get, and keep jobs. The services you use depend on your individual needs and circumstances.

DVR can provide you with the information necessary to assist you in deciding which services you need to reach your job goal. Examples of services include:

Assessment services to measure your strengths, capabilities, work skills and interests. These services assist you in selecting a job goal and the DVR services you need to reach that goal.

Counseling and guidance services provided throughout the rehabilitation process to help you make good decisions about how to reach your goals.

Independent living services help you understand and deal with disability issues that prevent you from working; these include, but are not limited to:
• Training in self-care
• Money management
• Using community transportation

Assistive technology services assist you with communication or doing tasks by using devices such as, hearing aids, visual aids, special computer software, etc. You can explore with your counselor how technology might help you reach your employment potential or get a device you need to go to work.

Training services provide you with work skills needed to achieve your employment goal.

Job placement helps you carry out your job search, including:
• Assistance completing application forms
• Developing a resume
• Practicing interview skills, and identifying job leads

Contact us for more information