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Employment First

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Supporting Competitive Integrated Employment

for Kansans with Disabilities

Workforce Recruitment and Retention Bonus Program launched March 28th. KDADS, with our administrative services vendor, Witt O’Briens, conducted a webinar introducing the program, reviewing the guidelines and answering questions. The webinar was followed up by a FAQ document. Since the program opened, the HCBS project team has been responding to questions and providing technical assistance to providers and stakeholders. An additional informational session was held for FMS providers assisting self-directed participants on Thursday, April 7^th.

All information can be found on the KDADS webpage under “Funding Opportunities.” The application packet, FAQ, and recording of the webinar are posted at that location. Providers and FMS have through April 29^th to submit their application packets. All applications and any questions should be directed to KDADS.Workforce@ks.gov.

Beginning work with stakeholders on Strategic Intercept Model (SIM)

SIM looks at existing services and gaps in service

This work can develop opportunities for vulnerable Kansas who are at risk for involvement in the legal system by building on existing resources and addressing gaps in service.

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Employment First

The Kansas Employment First law is a state policy that promotes competitive and integrated employment as the first and preferred option for people with disabilities. The law was passed in 2011 and amended in 2013. The law also establishes an oversight commission to monitor the implementation and outcomes of the policy. The law aims to increase the number of Kansas residents with disabilities who are employed in the community.

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Workforce Recruitment and Retention Bonus Program launched March 28th. KDADS, with our administrative services vendor, Witt O’Briens, conducted a webinar introducing the program, reviewing the guidelines and answering questions. The webinar was followed up by a FAQ document. Since the program opened, the HCBS project team has been responding to questions and providing technical assistance to providers and stakeholders. An additional informational session was held for FMS providers assisting self-directed participants on Thursday, April 7^th.

All information can be found on the KDADS webpage under “Funding Opportunities.” The application packet, FAQ, and recording of the webinar are posted at that location. Providers and FMS have through April 29^th to submit their application packets. All applications and any questions should be directed to KDADS.Workforce@ks.gov.

Beginning work with stakeholders on Strategic Intercept Model (SIM)

SIM looks at existing services and gaps in service

This work can develop opportunities for vulnerable Kansas who are at risk for involvement in the legal system by building on existing resources and addressing gaps in service.

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Employment First

Kansas Employment First is a law that was enacted in Kansas in 2011.

The intent of this law is to ensure students with disabilities, such as, students with IEPs and 504 plans,

receive appropriate transition supports to ensure Community Integrated Employment (CIE) and/or

post-secondary education as the 1^st choice for all students with disabilities in Kansas.

The Kansas Department of Aging and Disability Services is expanding opportunities for additional education and

collaboration across the state to ensure the law is being followed. Our #1 goal is to establish this directive by

collaborating with all entities involved in supporting transitional age youth.

Support programs include: The Kansas Department of Education, Behavioral Health Services, Vocational

Rehabilitation, Pre-ETS, STEPs, WORK, and Working Healthy.

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Workforce Recruitment and Retention Bonus Program launched March 28th. KDADS, with our administrative services vendor, Witt O’Briens, conducted a webinar introducing the program, reviewing the guidelines and answering questions. The webinar was followed up by a FAQ document. Since the program opened, the HCBS project team has been responding to questions and providing technical assistance to providers and stakeholders. An additional informational session was held for FMS providers assisting self-directed participants on Thursday, April 7^th.

All information can be found on the KDADS webpage under “Funding Opportunities.” The application packet, FAQ, and recording of the webinar are posted at that location. Providers and FMS have through April 29^th to submit their application packets. All applications and any questions should be directed to KDADS.Workforce@ks.gov.

Beginning work with stakeholders on Strategic Intercept Model (SIM)

SIM looks at existing services and gaps in service

This work can develop opportunities for vulnerable Kansas who are at risk for involvement in the legal system by building on existing resources and addressing gaps in service.

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Employment First Means

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Employment First

Defining Employment First

Employment First is a national systems-change framework centered on the premise that all individuals, including those individuals with the most significant disabilities, are capable of full participation in Competitive Integrated Employment (CIE) and community life. Under this approach, publicly-financed systems are urged to align policies, regulatory guidance, and reimbursement structures to commit to CIE as the priority option with respect to the use of publicly-financed day and employment services for youth and adults with significant disabilities.

Employment First | U.S. Department of Labor (dol.gov)

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Workforce Recruitment and Retention Bonus Program launched March 28th. KDADS, with our administrative services vendor, Witt O’Briens, conducted a webinar introducing the program, reviewing the guidelines and answering questions. The webinar was followed up by a FAQ document. Since the program opened, the HCBS project team has been responding to questions and providing technical assistance to providers and stakeholders. An additional informational session was held for FMS providers assisting self-directed participants on Thursday, April 7^th.

All information can be found on the KDADS webpage under “Funding Opportunities.” The application packet, FAQ, and recording of the webinar are posted at that location. Providers and FMS have through April 29^th to submit their application packets. All applications and any questions should be directed to KDADS.Workforce@ks.gov.

Beginning work with stakeholders on Strategic Intercept Model (SIM)

SIM looks at existing services and gaps in service

This work can develop opportunities for vulnerable Kansas who are at risk for involvement in the legal system by building on existing resources and addressing gaps in service.

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Supported Employment (SE)

Supported Employment: A Win-Win Program

Supported Employment is a program that assists individuals with disabilities find and keep jobs.

SE offers individualized support like job skills and interest assessments, job planning, job searching, job training, job coaching, fading support and ongoing support.

SE is based on the principle that everyone has the ability to work.

SE is supported by various local, city, state and federal agencies.

Supported Employment: Building Your Program (samhsa.gov)

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Workforce Recruitment and Retention Bonus Program launched March 28th. KDADS, with our administrative services vendor, Witt O’Briens, conducted a webinar introducing the program, reviewing the guidelines and answering questions. The webinar was followed up by a FAQ document. Since the program opened, the HCBS project team has been responding to questions and providing technical assistance to providers and stakeholders. An additional informational session was held for FMS providers assisting self-directed participants on Thursday, April 7^th.

All information can be found on the KDADS webpage under “Funding Opportunities.” The application packet, FAQ, and recording of the webinar are posted at that location. Providers and FMS have through April 29^th to submit their application packets. All applications and any questions should be directed to KDADS.Workforce@ks.gov.

Beginning work with stakeholders on Strategic Intercept Model (SIM)

SIM looks at existing services and gaps in service

This work can develop opportunities for vulnerable Kansas who are at risk for involvement in the legal system by building on existing resources and addressing gaps in service.

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Employment First Community of Practice

CoP List Serve

The Employment First (E1st) Community of Practice (CoP) Webinar Series provides the opportunity to hear from nationally recognized experts on innovative practices being used across the country to advance competitive integrated employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. CoP webinars take place on the second Wednesday of each month and topics include:

Capacity Building
Provider Transformation
School-to-Work Transition
Employer Engagement
Policy and Funding Alignment

Join the CoP List Serve

The CoP list serve currently has over 2,700 subscribers. Subscribers have access to federal disability employment policy briefs and announcements. Subscribers may also receive “Save the Date” announcements for upcoming CoP webinars. Click here to join.

Employment First | U.S. Department of Labor (dol.gov)

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Workforce Recruitment and Retention Bonus Program launched March 28th. KDADS, with our administrative services vendor, Witt O’Briens, conducted a webinar introducing the program, reviewing the guidelines and answering questions. The webinar was followed up by a FAQ document. Since the program opened, the HCBS project team has been responding to questions and providing technical assistance to providers and stakeholders. An additional informational session was held for FMS providers assisting self-directed participants on Thursday, April 7^th.

All information can be found on the KDADS webpage under “Funding Opportunities.” The application packet, FAQ, and recording of the webinar are posted at that location. Providers and FMS have through April 29^th to submit their application packets. All applications and any questions should be directed to KDADS.Workforce@ks.gov.

Beginning work with stakeholders on Strategic Intercept Model (SIM)

SIM looks at existing services and gaps in service

This work can develop opportunities for vulnerable Kansas who are at risk for involvement in the legal system by building on existing resources and addressing gaps in service.

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Employment First Community of Practice

CoP Webinar Learning Center

The US Department of Labor Office (DOL) of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP) has hosted over 100 CoP webinars since 2012. The CoP Learning Center consists of selected webinars that are designed to assist provider organizations and state and local governments as they move towards the Employment First model. The webinars are organized into six topic areas and are updated periodically.

Employment First | U.S. Department of Labor (dol.gov)

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Workforce Recruitment and Retention Bonus Program launched March 28th. KDADS, with our administrative services vendor, Witt O’Briens, conducted a webinar introducing the program, reviewing the guidelines and answering questions. The webinar was followed up by a FAQ document. Since the program opened, the HCBS project team has been responding to questions and providing technical assistance to providers and stakeholders. An additional informational session was held for FMS providers assisting self-directed participants on Thursday, April 7^th.

All information can be found on the KDADS webpage under “Funding Opportunities.” The application packet, FAQ, and recording of the webinar are posted at that location. Providers and FMS have through April 29^th to submit their application packets. All applications and any questions should be directed to KDADS.Workforce@ks.gov.

Beginning work with stakeholders on Strategic Intercept Model (SIM)

SIM looks at existing services and gaps in service

This work can develop opportunities for vulnerable Kansas who are at risk for involvement in the legal system by building on existing resources and addressing gaps in service.

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Competitive Integrated Employment

Defining CIE

The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) defines competitive integrated employment (CIE) as work that is performed on a full-time or part-time basis for which an individual is:

Compensated at or above minimum wage and comparable to the customary rate paid by the employer to employees without disabilities performing similar duties and with similar training and experience;

Receiving the same level of benefits provided to other employees without disabilities in similar positions;

At a location where the employee interacts with other individuals without disabilities; and

Presented opportunities for advancement similar to other employees without disabilities in similar positions.

Competitive Integrated Employment (CIE) | U.S. Department of Labor (dol.gov)

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Workforce Recruitment and Retention Bonus Program launched March 28th. KDADS, with our administrative services vendor, Witt O’Briens, conducted a webinar introducing the program, reviewing the guidelines and answering questions. The webinar was followed up by a FAQ document. Since the program opened, the HCBS project team has been responding to questions and providing technical assistance to providers and stakeholders. An additional informational session was held for FMS providers assisting self-directed participants on Thursday, April 7^th.

All information can be found on the KDADS webpage under “Funding Opportunities.” The application packet, FAQ, and recording of the webinar are posted at that location. Providers and FMS have through April 29^th to submit their application packets. All applications and any questions should be directed to KDADS.Workforce@ks.gov.

Beginning work with stakeholders on Strategic Intercept Model (SIM)

SIM looks at existing services and gaps in service

This work can develop opportunities for vulnerable Kansas who are at risk for involvement in the legal system by building on existing resources and addressing gaps in service.

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Competitive Integrated Employment

Resource Leveraging & Service Coordination

Resource Leveraging & Service Coordination to Increase Competitive Integrated Employment for Individuals with Disabilities — ODEP and DOL’s Employment and Training Administration (ETA) joined seven other federal agencies in a joint communication

that encourages state and local governments throughout the nation to blend, braid and sequence funding to proactively maximize resources and improve CIE outcomes for youth and adults with disabilities. Blending, braiding and/or sequencing enables state and local agencies to effectively leverage available funds across multiple systems to contribute appropriate resources and/or services on behalf of individual job seekers to advance CIE outcomes.

Competitive Integrated Employment (CIE) | U.S. Department of Labor (dol.gov)

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Workforce Recruitment and Retention Bonus Program launched March 28th. KDADS, with our administrative services vendor, Witt O’Briens, conducted a webinar introducing the program, reviewing the guidelines and answering questions. The webinar was followed up by a FAQ document. Since the program opened, the HCBS project team has been responding to questions and providing technical assistance to providers and stakeholders. An additional informational session was held for FMS providers assisting self-directed participants on Thursday, April 7^th.

All information can be found on the KDADS webpage under “Funding Opportunities.” The application packet, FAQ, and recording of the webinar are posted at that location. Providers and FMS have through April 29^th to submit their application packets. All applications and any questions should be directed to KDADS.Workforce@ks.gov.

Beginning work with stakeholders on Strategic Intercept Model (SIM)

SIM looks at existing services and gaps in service

This work can develop opportunities for vulnerable Kansas who are at risk for involvement in the legal system by building on existing resources and addressing gaps in service.

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Competitive Integrated Employment

Phasing Out Subminimum Wages

The ACICIEID (Advisory Committee on Increasing Competitive Integrated Employment for Individuals with Disabilities) final report recommends the phase-out of Section 14(c) of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Section 14(c) allows providers to pay people with disabilities subminimum wages.

In order to effectively reduce reliance on Section 14(c) in accordance with the ACICIEID recommendations, state agencies and partners can develop policies and practices that will responsibly phase out its use. Aligning policy and funding in support of strategies that promote CIE (such as customized and/or supported employment) can assist providers of employment services to reduce reliance on 14(c).

Advisory Committee | U.S. Department of Labor (dol.gov)

Competitive Integrated Employment (CIE) | U.S. Department of Labor (dol.gov)

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Workforce Recruitment and Retention Bonus Program launched March 28th. KDADS, with our administrative services vendor, Witt O’Briens, conducted a webinar introducing the program, reviewing the guidelines and answering questions. The webinar was followed up by a FAQ document. Since the program opened, the HCBS project team has been responding to questions and providing technical assistance to providers and stakeholders. An additional informational session was held for FMS providers assisting self-directed participants on Thursday, April 7^th.

All information can be found on the KDADS webpage under “Funding Opportunities.” The application packet, FAQ, and recording of the webinar are posted at that location. Providers and FMS have through April 29^th to submit their application packets. All applications and any questions should be directed to KDADS.Workforce@ks.gov.

Beginning work with stakeholders on Strategic Intercept Model (SIM)

SIM looks at existing services and gaps in service

This work can develop opportunities for vulnerable Kansas who are at risk for involvement in the legal system by building on existing resources and addressing gaps in service.

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Person-Centered-Planning

My Life – My Choice

Person-Centered Planning | Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (ny.gov)

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Workforce Recruitment and Retention Bonus Program launched March 28th. KDADS, with our administrative services vendor, Witt O’Briens, conducted a webinar introducing the program, reviewing the guidelines and answering questions. The webinar was followed up by a FAQ document. Since the program opened, the HCBS project team has been responding to questions and providing technical assistance to providers and stakeholders. An additional informational session was held for FMS providers assisting self-directed participants on Thursday, April 7^th.

All information can be found on the KDADS webpage under “Funding Opportunities.” The application packet, FAQ, and recording of the webinar are posted at that location. Providers and FMS have through April 29^th to submit their application packets. All applications and any questions should be directed to KDADS.Workforce@ks.gov.

Beginning work with stakeholders on Strategic Intercept Model (SIM)

SIM looks at existing services and gaps in service

This work can develop opportunities for vulnerable Kansas who are at risk for involvement in the legal system by building on existing resources and addressing gaps in service.

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Person-Centered-Planning

My Life – My Choice

Providers use a person-centered planning approach to understand each individuals preferred lifestyle. It is a process directed by the individual receiving services to assist providers in determining how they can utilize their resources to assist the person in living the lifestyle of their choice.

The planning process is designed to empower individuals by building on their specific abilities, skills and interests.

Other factors which impact an individual’s life, such as physical and behavioral health are also considered during the planning process. Person-centered planning is the foundation upon which the person's Life Plan is developed.

Person-Centered Planning | Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (ny.gov)

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Workforce Recruitment and Retention Bonus Program launched March 28th. KDADS, with our administrative services vendor, Witt O’Briens, conducted a webinar introducing the program, reviewing the guidelines and answering questions. The webinar was followed up by a FAQ document. Since the program opened, the HCBS project team has been responding to questions and providing technical assistance to providers and stakeholders. An additional informational session was held for FMS providers assisting self-directed participants on Thursday, April 7^th.

All information can be found on the KDADS webpage under “Funding Opportunities.” The application packet, FAQ, and recording of the webinar are posted at that location. Providers and FMS have through April 29^th to submit their application packets. All applications and any questions should be directed to KDADS.Workforce@ks.gov.

Beginning work with stakeholders on Strategic Intercept Model (SIM)

SIM looks at existing services and gaps in service

This work can develop opportunities for vulnerable Kansas who are at risk for involvement in the legal system by building on existing resources and addressing gaps in service.

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Person-Centered-Planning

Focus on Outcomes

Person-centered planning is a discovery process used to search out what is truly important to and about and for an individual. It is values based with the knowledge that each and every individual has unique capabilities and skills.

Person-Centered Planning | Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (ny.gov)

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Workforce Recruitment and Retention Bonus Program launched March 28th. KDADS, with our administrative services vendor, Witt O’Briens, conducted a webinar introducing the program, reviewing the guidelines and answering questions. The webinar was followed up by a FAQ document. Since the program opened, the HCBS project team has been responding to questions and providing technical assistance to providers and stakeholders. An additional informational session was held for FMS providers assisting self-directed participants on Thursday, April 7^th.

All information can be found on the KDADS webpage under “Funding Opportunities.” The application packet, FAQ, and recording of the webinar are posted at that location. Providers and FMS have through April 29^th to submit their application packets. All applications and any questions should be directed to KDADS.Workforce@ks.gov.

Beginning work with stakeholders on Strategic Intercept Model (SIM)

SIM looks at existing services and gaps in service

This work can develop opportunities for vulnerable Kansas who are at risk for involvement in the legal system by building on existing resources and addressing gaps in service.

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Person-Centered-Planning

My Life – My Choice

Outcomes are not goals; they determine whether an individuals goals are achieved or not. Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) has embraced the Council on Quality and Leadership (CQL) Personal Outcome Measures (POMs), which defines 21 areas that are essential to individuals who receive supports and services.

My Human Security

My Relationships

My Community

My Choices

My Goals

Person-Centered Planning | Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (ny.gov)

Personal Outcome Measures® | CQL (c-q-l.org)

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Workforce Recruitment and Retention Bonus Program launched March 28th. KDADS, with our administrative services vendor, Witt O’Briens, conducted a webinar introducing the program, reviewing the guidelines and answering questions. The webinar was followed up by a FAQ document. Since the program opened, the HCBS project team has been responding to questions and providing technical assistance to providers and stakeholders. An additional informational session was held for FMS providers assisting self-directed participants on Thursday, April 7^th.

All information can be found on the KDADS webpage under “Funding Opportunities.” The application packet, FAQ, and recording of the webinar are posted at that location. Providers and FMS have through April 29^th to submit their application packets. All applications and any questions should be directed to KDADS.Workforce@ks.gov.

Beginning work with stakeholders on Strategic Intercept Model (SIM)

SIM looks at existing services and gaps in service

This work can develop opportunities for vulnerable Kansas who are at risk for involvement in the legal system by building on existing resources and addressing gaps in service.

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Person-Centered-Planning

My Life – My Choice

My Human Security

People are safe
People are free from abuse and neglect
People have the best possible health
People experience continuity and security
People exercise rights
People are treated fairly
People are respected

My Relationships

People are connected to natural support networks
People have friends
People have intimate relationships
People decide when to share personal information
People perform different social roles

Personal Outcome Measures® | CQL (c-q-l.org)

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Workforce Recruitment and Retention Bonus Program launched March 28th. KDADS, with our administrative services vendor, Witt O’Briens, conducted a webinar introducing the program, reviewing the guidelines and answering questions. The webinar was followed up by a FAQ document. Since the program opened, the HCBS project team has been responding to questions and providing technical assistance to providers and stakeholders. An additional informational session was held for FMS providers assisting self-directed participants on Thursday, April 7^th.

All information can be found on the KDADS webpage under “Funding Opportunities.” The application packet, FAQ, and recording of the webinar are posted at that location. Providers and FMS have through April 29^th to submit their application packets. All applications and any questions should be directed to KDADS.Workforce@ks.gov.

Beginning work with stakeholders on Strategic Intercept Model (SIM)

SIM looks at existing services and gaps in service

This work can develop opportunities for vulnerable Kansas who are at risk for involvement in the legal system by building on existing resources and addressing gaps in service.

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Person-Centered-Planning

My Life – My Choice

My Community

People use their environments
People live in integrated environments
People interact with other members of the community
People participate in the life of the community

My Choices

People choose where and with whom they live
People choose where they work
People choose services

My Goals

People choose personal goals
People realize personal goals

Personal Outcome Measures® | CQL (c-q-l.org)

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Workforce Recruitment and Retention Bonus Program launched March 28th. KDADS, with our administrative services vendor, Witt O’Briens, conducted a webinar introducing the program, reviewing the guidelines and answering questions. The webinar was followed up by a FAQ document. Since the program opened, the HCBS project team has been responding to questions and providing technical assistance to providers and stakeholders. An additional informational session was held for FMS providers assisting self-directed participants on Thursday, April 7^th.

All information can be found on the KDADS webpage under “Funding Opportunities.” The application packet, FAQ, and recording of the webinar are posted at that location. Providers and FMS have through April 29^th to submit their application packets. All applications and any questions should be directed to KDADS.Workforce@ks.gov.

Beginning work with stakeholders on Strategic Intercept Model (SIM)

SIM looks at existing services and gaps in service

This work can develop opportunities for vulnerable Kansas who are at risk for involvement in the legal system by building on existing resources and addressing gaps in service.

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Person-Centered-Planning

My Life – My Choice

The person-centered planning process should address barriers to an individual’s preferred lifestyle.

To evaluate the plan, providers should ask individuals:

Did the supports result in activities that are meaningful to you?
Did the supports help you develop or maintain relationships that are important to you?
Are you experiencing a sense of safety and stability?

Quality reviews need to be ongoing and plans of support need to be adjusted to ensure outcomes are achieved. Developing a plan of support is only the first step -- questioning, monitoring and revising the plan based on the outcomes the person has realized must be an active fluid process.

Person-Centered Planning | Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (ny.gov)

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Workforce Recruitment and Retention Bonus Program launched March 28th. KDADS, with our administrative services vendor, Witt O’Briens, conducted a webinar introducing the program, reviewing the guidelines and answering questions. The webinar was followed up by a FAQ document. Since the program opened, the HCBS project team has been responding to questions and providing technical assistance to providers and stakeholders. An additional informational session was held for FMS providers assisting self-directed participants on Thursday, April 7^th.

All information can be found on the KDADS webpage under “Funding Opportunities.” The application packet, FAQ, and recording of the webinar are posted at that location. Providers and FMS have through April 29^th to submit their application packets. All applications and any questions should be directed to KDADS.Workforce@ks.gov.

Beginning work with stakeholders on Strategic Intercept Model (SIM)

SIM looks at existing services and gaps in service

This work can develop opportunities for vulnerable Kansas who are at risk for involvement in the legal system by building on existing resources and addressing gaps in service.

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Person-Centered-Planning

My Life – My Choice

There is no set way to engage a person-centered approach to goal development. Individuals are free to express their interests, ideas, and preferences with an expectation that choices are treated with dignity and respect.

The planning process should vary as necessary to adhere to the individual’s preferences in culture, style, purpose, and vision.

The person-centered process helps to identify desired personal outcomes. The process assists in developing the supports and services necessary for an individual to be successful.

Person-Centered Planning | Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (ny.gov)

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Workforce Recruitment and Retention Bonus Program launched March 28th. KDADS, with our administrative services vendor, Witt O’Briens, conducted a webinar introducing the program, reviewing the guidelines and answering questions. The webinar was followed up by a FAQ document. Since the program opened, the HCBS project team has been responding to questions and providing technical assistance to providers and stakeholders. An additional informational session was held for FMS providers assisting self-directed participants on Thursday, April 7^th.

All information can be found on the KDADS webpage under “Funding Opportunities.” The application packet, FAQ, and recording of the webinar are posted at that location. Providers and FMS have through April 29^th to submit their application packets. All applications and any questions should be directed to KDADS.Workforce@ks.gov.

Beginning work with stakeholders on Strategic Intercept Model (SIM)

SIM looks at existing services and gaps in service

This work can develop opportunities for vulnerable Kansas who are at risk for involvement in the legal system by building on existing resources and addressing gaps in service.

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Kansas Collaborative Partners

"If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together." – African Proverb

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Workforce Recruitment and Retention Bonus Program launched March 28th. KDADS, with our administrative services vendor, Witt O’Briens, conducted a webinar introducing the program, reviewing the guidelines and answering questions. The webinar was followed up by a FAQ document. Since the program opened, the HCBS project team has been responding to questions and providing technical assistance to providers and stakeholders. An additional informational session was held for FMS providers assisting self-directed participants on Thursday, April 7^th.

All information can be found on the KDADS webpage under “Funding Opportunities.” The application packet, FAQ, and recording of the webinar are posted at that location. Providers and FMS have through April 29^th to submit their application packets. All applications and any questions should be directed to KDADS.Workforce@ks.gov.

Beginning work with stakeholders on Strategic Intercept Model (SIM)

SIM looks at existing services and gaps in service

This work can develop opportunities for vulnerable Kansas who are at risk for involvement in the legal system by building on existing resources and addressing gaps in service.

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Resources

Employment First | U.S. Department of Labor (dol.gov)

Person-Centered Planning | Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (ny.gov)

Personal Outcome Measures® | CQL (c-q-l.org)

Competitive Integrated Employment (CIE) | U.S. Department of Labor (dol.gov)

Advisory Committee | U.S. Department of Labor (dol.gov)

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Workforce Recruitment and Retention Bonus Program launched March 28th. KDADS, with our administrative services vendor, Witt O’Briens, conducted a webinar introducing the program, reviewing the guidelines and answering questions. The webinar was followed up by a FAQ document. Since the program opened, the HCBS project team has been responding to questions and providing technical assistance to providers and stakeholders. An additional informational session was held for FMS providers assisting self-directed participants on Thursday, April 7^th.

All information can be found on the KDADS webpage under “Funding Opportunities.” The application packet, FAQ, and recording of the webinar are posted at that location. Providers and FMS have through April 29^th to submit their application packets. All applications and any questions should be directed to KDADS.Workforce@ks.gov.

Beginning work with stakeholders on Strategic Intercept Model (SIM)

SIM looks at existing services and gaps in service

This work can develop opportunities for vulnerable Kansas who are at risk for involvement in the legal system by building on existing resources and addressing gaps in service.

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Questions?

Mark G. Dietzler

Workforce Employment First Specialist

Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services

New England Building

503 South Kansas Avenue

Topeka, KS 66603-3404

Office: (785) 296-0798

Fax: (785) 296-0256

Mark.Dietzler@ks.gov

Visit Our Website: www.kdads.ks.gov

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Workforce Recruitment and Retention Bonus Program launched March 28th. KDADS, with our administrative services vendor, Witt O’Briens, conducted a webinar introducing the program, reviewing the guidelines and answering questions. The webinar was followed up by a FAQ document. Since the program opened, the HCBS project team has been responding to questions and providing technical assistance to providers and stakeholders. An additional informational session was held for FMS providers assisting self-directed participants on Thursday, April 7^th.

All information can be found on the KDADS webpage under “Funding Opportunities.” The application packet, FAQ, and recording of the webinar are posted at that location. Providers and FMS have through April 29^th to submit their application packets. All applications and any questions should be directed to KDADS.Workforce@ks.gov.

Beginning work with stakeholders on Strategic Intercept Model (SIM)

SIM looks at existing services and gaps in service

This work can develop opportunities for vulnerable Kansas who are at risk for involvement in the legal system by building on existing resources and addressing gaps in service.