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You have the right to be an equal partner in developing the IPE — your employment goal should reflect YOUR aspirations

Tip for State DVR-specific

If you disagree with your counselor on the IPE, you can request mediation or an administrative review

Tip for State DVR-specific

The IPE can be amended at any time if your goals or circumstances change

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Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE)

State DVR-specific · State DVR agencies

Written plan outlining the vocational goal, services needed, service providers, and timeline. Must be agreed upon by the client and VR counselor.

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Developed collaboratively with your DVR counselor

The IPE is created together with your vocational rehabilitation counselor at an in-person or virtual meeting.

Filing Deadline

Must be developed within 90 days of eligibility determination. The plan is reviewed and updated at least annually.

Required Attachments

📎 Vocational assessment results
📎 Medical and functional capacity evaluations
📎 Employment goal statement
📎 List of services and supports needed to achieve the employment goal
📎 Timeline for achieving milestones

Processing Time

The IPE is developed during one or more meetings with your DVR counselor. Services can begin once the IPE is signed by both you and the counselor.

What Happens Next

The DVR counselor will arrange for the services listed in the IPE. Services may include job training, education, assistive technology, job placement, and ongoing support services. Progress is reviewed regularly.

Tips for This Form

✓ You have the right to be an equal partner in developing the IPE — your employment goal should reflect YOUR aspirations
✓ If you disagree with your counselor on the IPE, you can request mediation or an administrative review
✓ The IPE can be amended at any time if your goals or circumstances change
✓ Keep copies of your signed IPE and all correspondence with DVR

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