At GHDCC, part of our mission is to “Establish for individuals with disabilities a pipeline that will present employment opportunities and increase their independence, self-determination and inclusion within the community.” As part of this, we share information and resources with jobseekers and businesses that we feel are important and relevant.
Today we share with you an Employment Guide for People with Disabilities from the Texas Health & Human Services Commission. We hope that you find this information helpful.
Employment Guide for People with Disabilities
[Excerpted from Texas Health & Human Services Commission]
This guide was designed for people who want to improve employment outcomes for people with disabilities including Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) employees, contracted case managers and service coordinators, service providers, and people who receive HHSC services and their families.
View the HHSC Employment Guide for People with Disabilities (PDF).
While some parts of the guide focus on employment services programs, the rest applies to all HHSC program participants. As such, all stakeholders are encouraged to use it.
Highlights include:
Recommended roles and responsibilities at each stage of a job search
Strategies for overcoming the transportation obstacle
Tools and guidance for coordinating services with the Texas Workforce Solutions - Vocational Rehabilitation Services
Index of HHSC rules related to employment supports
Information about Medicaid Buy-In, and other ways to maintain needed services while working
Description of Social Security Administration work incentives
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Find more resources from the Texas Health & Human Services Commission