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Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR)

Publications

This page contains a descriptive list of publications that are currently available from OVR. These materials are designed to assist consumers in better understanding the OVR program and the process of vocational rehabilitation. Available FREE to anyone interested in learning more about OVR, they are useful to schools, employers, doctors, and other organizations who want to share important information about the OVR program. Brochures and other documents available in print are mailed upon request. If a specific alternative format is required but is not listed, please contact the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation.
 
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2018 OVR NDEAM on Facebook
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Supported Employment Draft for Public Comment
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On the Job Training for Public Comment
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WIOA Combined State Plan
WIOA Plan Public Comment
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2016 Schedule for the Pennsylvania State Board of Vocational Rehabilitation
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College and Other Post-Secondary Training
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VR Services Portion of the Combined State Plan Two Year Modification
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Employing People with Disabilities Toolkit
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OVR 2017 Annual Report (PDF)
OVR-624
(REV 10-18)
OVR 2016 Annual Report (PDF)
OVR-624
(REV 4-17)
OVR 2015 Annual Report (PDF)
OVR-624
(REV 9-15)
Highlights of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act of 2014
This act reauthorizes the 1973 and 1998 Rehab Act and Amendments through 2020. The U.S. Dept. of Ed. RSA will be issuing guidance and policy clarification to all State VR units as the act is implemented. These attached documents are for reference and linkage to the RSA website for stakeholder use.
Grants Procedures Manual sets forth the grant procedures developed by the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR) for grants awarded to various organizations. Attachment 1 – Grant Procedures Manual, Attachment 2 – Grant Agreement – Terms and Conditions (Generic Rider B), Attachment 3 - Budget Proposal Spreadsheet Template, and Attachment 4 – Request For Funds (RFF) Template-Instructions.

Attachment 1 - Grant Procedures Manual
Attachment 2 - Grant Agreement Terms and Conditions (Generic Rider B)
Attachment 3 - Budget Proposal Spreadsheet Template
Attachment 4 - Request for Funds (RFF) Template - Instructions
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Employment Services for Persons with Disabilities
OVR-600
Rehabilitation Services Handbook

Manual de Servicios de Rehabilitación
OVR-601

OVR-601(ESP)
Out of Work Due to Occupational Injury or Disease?
The Office of Vocational Rehabilitation can help you return to work.
OVR-602
Business Services
OVR is able to provide pre-screened, qualified applicants who meet business human resource needs.

Business Services Fast Facts:
Private Sector Employers

Public Sector State and Local Government Employers

2016 PA Disability Employment Summit (PADES); for more information www.padesummit.org

Hiring People with Disabilities How-To Guide
Hiring People with Disabilities How-to-Guide Summary
Case Study/Key Project Outcomes

OVR-610


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Jobs for All, Youth Employment Initiative
OVR-611(Y)
On-the-Job Training
OVR-611
Compliance With Civil Rights Legislation
OVR-701
Cumplimiento de la ley de Derechos Civiles
OVR-701-S
OVR Transition Guide for Professionals
A Guide for School Personnel

OVR: School to Work Questions and Answers

Cents and Sensibility A Guide to Money Management for People with Disabilities
OVR-802


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Transition From Substance Abuse To Recovery and Work
A Guide for Vocational Rehabilitation
OVR-808
Your Road To Independence
OVR-BVS-525