Types of Disabilities Eligible for Vocational Rehabilitation Physical Disabilities. Physical impairments can significantly affect an individual's ability to carry out job responsibilities. Mental Health Challenges. Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities. Learning Challenges. Substance Use Disorders.
Pat Raney Memorial Scholarship for Students with Disabilities. The Pat Raney Memorial Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors from Texas public schools with disabilities who plan to attend a 2- or 4-year college or university. Students seeking an associate or bachelor's degree are eligible to apply.
A counselor meets the CSPD standard by holding a master's degree in VR counseling; master's degree in “counseling or counseling-related field” with specific coursework; master's, specialist, or doctoral degree in specific majors with specific coursework; current CRC certificate from CRCC; or current LPC licensure.
Tammy Martin currently serves as the Director of the Vocational Rehabilitation Division. The Division includes four programs: Vocational Rehabilitation, Independent Living Services for Older Individuals who are Blind, Business Enterprises of Texas, and Purchasing from People with Disabilities.
Formally Texas Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services DARS. The Texas Workforce Solutions Vocational Rehabilitation Services (TWS-VRS) can help people with physical or mental disabilities prepare for, find, or keep a job.
You may receive Veteran Readiness and Employment (VR&E) (Formerly known as Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment) services to help with job training, education, employment accommodations, resume development, and job seeking skills coaching.