SECTION 612:10-7-55. Job Ready

(a)   The Use of Job Ready Status: Job Ready Status is used to identify individuals who are qualified, willing and able to begin an active job search. Job Ready Status can also be used for individuals pursing a variety of work experiences, including internships, apprenticeships, or temporary jobs to supplement income while attending school or receiving other vocational rehabilitation services. Job Ready status can be used at any time during the life of the case, once an Individual Plan for Employment (IPE) is in place.

(1)   Job Ready Status should only be used after consultation with the Participant to insure the person is aware they are considered an active job seeker and may be contacted about employment or work experiences in which they have expressed an interest. Also, Job Ready Status should not be used for those who have been referred to an Employment Services Provider for assistance with services such as Employment & Retention, Customized Employment Supported Employment, etc.

(2)   Those individuals who are in job ready status but are no longer participating in a job or work experience search should be removed from Job Ready Status. Individuals who have located a job or work experience and are not currently pursuing another position should also be removed.

(b)   Case RecordingRequirements: The information on the Job Ready page in AWARE case management system should be completed in conjunction with the Participant to insure it is accurate and timely. The information should be reviewed periodically to make sure it is up-to-date.

[Source: Added at 10 Ok Reg 4633, eff 9-1-93 (emergency); Added at 11 Ok Reg 2449, eff 7-1-94; Amended at 14 Ok Reg 1432, eff 7-1-97; Amended at 20 Ok Reg 1771, eff 7-1-03; Amended at 24 Ok Reg 1669, eff 10-1-07; Amended at 28 Ok Reg 1832, eff 7-1-11; Amended at 37 Ok Reg 2135, eff 9-11-20]