32 Miss. Code. R. 10-7-7.3

Current through December 10, 2024

Section 32-10-7-7.3 - IPE Content

Each IPE must include:

1. The specific employment outcome chosen by the eligible individual that represents a goal of competitive integrated employment;

2. The specific VR services that are:

* Needed to achieve a specific employment outcome, including, as appropriate, the provision of assistive technology devices and services, and personal assistance services, including training in the management of such services; and

* Provided in the most integrated setting that is appropriate for the service involved and is consistent with the informed choice of the eligible individual.

3. Timelines for the initiation of the services and achievement of the employment outcome.

4. The entity(ies) chosen by the eligible individual or, as appropriate the individual's representative, that will provide the VR services and the methods used to procure such services;

5. The criteria to evaluate progress toward achieving the employment outcome;

6. The terms and conditions of the IPE, including as appropriate, information regarding the responsibilities of MDRS and the responsibilities of the eligible individual, including:

* The responsibility the individual will assume in relation to the employment outcome;

* The participation of the individual in paying for the cost of services, if applicable; and

* The responsibility of the individual with regard to applying for and securing comparable benefits.

7. For an eligible individual with the most significant disabilities for whom an employment outcome in a supported employment setting has been determined to be appropriate, information identifying: ⁷²

* The supported employment services to be provided by the agency;

* The expected extended services needed by the individual; and

* The source of extended services or, to the extent that the source of the extended services cannot be identified at the time of IPE development, a description of the basis for concluding that there is a reasonable expectation such a source will become available.

8. An assessment of the anticipated need for post-employment services.

32 Miss. Code. R. 10-7-7.3

Adopted 8/1/2022