Sec. 10.22.07.02. Rationale

A. Individuals often need assistance to obtain and maintain work in the community. With supports, job skills are learned and behavior appropriate for the workplace is increased. Work in the community provides income, self esteem, and personal value for the individual.

B. Individuals seeking to obtain and maintain work in the community are free to choose preferred types of work, to seek change of work when not satisfied, and have their day activities reflect the needs, preferences, and desires stated in their IPs, including the ability to combine day or vocational services with other community activities, such as school or recreation.

C. A licensee may not limit an individual to specific types of services because of their ages, severity of disability, or level of supports needed to work.

D. A licensee shall use accommodation, coaching, individual choice, and preferences in matching individuals and employment opportunities.