Percent of people served in the Brain Injury Program (BIP) rehabilitation services who were employed during the program
Current Value
13.00%
Definition
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Story Behind the Curve
The Brain Injury Program (BIP) serves Medicaid eligible Vermonters with moderate to severe traumatic brain injuries in community-based settings. The program supports people to achieve an optimum level of independence and to return to work. Brian injury providers support individuals with employment activities such as job coaching and making connections with the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR).
Partners
Brain injury providers; Division of Vocational Rehabilitation; employers
What Works
Activities to build skills for employment; quarterly team meetings; direct employment supports; relationship with Division of Vocational Rehabilitation; increased job development and supported employment activities.
Action Plan
Monthly meetings with DVR staff; review national data for trends; connect with Creative Workforce Solutions to enhance job development.