1. Employment Webinar: Employment Coordinator Role

2. Getting Started
In 2007, DMH began a transformation of it’s service system.
In 2008, a Director of Employment and Training was hired.
In Oct. 2008, work with SELN began.
Employment/Transition Coordinator’s are identified at all 11 Regional Offices by January of 09.
DMH adopts an Employment First Policy in response to individuals expressing a desire to work and make a living wage.
The Division mandates that Employment be a part of each person’s plan. Started at 16 – in the process of beginning at age 14.

4. Employment Coordinator Role
Training and Technical Assistance:
Employment policies
Tools and resources
Internal and external stakeholders (including local provider agencies) of employment related issues.

5. Employment Coordinator Role
Local resource development for community employment best practices, transition services, benefits planning, etc.
Provide technical assistance at personal planning meetings to promote employment as the first option for a meaningful day and
Provide technical assistance regarding available employment related planning tools, services and supports.

6. Employment Coordinator Role
Employment Training
Improved agency collaboration with schools, VR and employment service providers.
Provide TA to service coordinators at transition meetings at the schools.
Monitor and Provide TA re: data collection
Knowledge of Work Incentives
Regional Activities (e.g. CTT and MPACT)
CTT (community transition teams)
Share activities specific to your area

7. Additional Questions/Information
Contact information:
Nancy Nickolaus,
Jane Rath,
For reference materials and additional information: MFP Technical Assistance Website