New Jersey Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services
(609) 292-5987
Trenton
The New Jersey Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services (DVRS) provides services that enable individuals with disabilities to find jobs or keep their existing jobs.
Services include:
- Vocational Counseling & Guidance
Providing assistance to the consumer in handling the job search issues that impact employability, job maintenance strategies, and developing the overall techniques needed to be successful in a work environment. - Placement Services
Development of job leads both with and for the consumer and support during the job search; could include On the Job Training (OJT), Supported Employment (SE) or Time Limited -Placement and Coaching (TLPC) - Job Seeking Skills
Guidance in work search activities such as resume writing, interviewing skills, job search organization - Supported Employment
Through referral to an SE provider, one-on-one assistance in job searching, interviewing, applying for jobs; followed by coaching on the job to facilitate learning job duties and adjusting to the work environment; followed by periodic follow-up to ensure job retention - Time Limited Placement and Coaching
The first two categories of Supported Employment Services without periodic follow-along - Job Accommodations
Guidance on changing the worksite’s physical environment or adding equipment that will allow an individual to do more work tasks independently, effectively, and safely - Skills Training
Vocational school, technology or trade School, business school, etc. - College Training
2 or 4 year programs leading to a degree - Physical Restoration
Equipment or therapies which improve physical or cognitive functioning so that a person is able to work; examples could be physical, occupational, or speech therapy; cognitive therapy which includes those modalities; prosthetics or orthotics such as artificial limbs, braces, special shoes, hearing aides, and eyeglasses (in some instances) - Emotional Restoration Services
Short-term individual, group or other types of counseling to reduce symptoms of mental health problems and improve work-tolerance and the ability to get and keep a job. - Mobility Equipment
- Driver Training
Assessment of driving ability and equipment needed to drive safely; assistance in purchasing driver training lessons if needed to reach a specific work goal. - Vehicle Modification
- Home Modifications
Services, if needed, to reach a specific work goal.
| Eligibility | Any physical or mental impairment that is a substantial impediment to employment may qualify an individual for services. |
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Employment / Training |
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Behavioral / Mental HealthIntellectual and Developmental NeedsMedical |
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Last Updated: 09/13/21