Self-Directed Support Navigation Overview

Our service provides individuals and their representatives with the necessary information and assistance to successfully self-direct services. We offer support in practical skills training, work scheduling, and budget management. Join us to gain the knowledge and tools for effective self-direction!

Detailed Description

Providing information and assistance to the Individual and/or Designated Representative for the purpose of securing the support and services in order to successfully self-direct services.

This support includes but is not limited to:

Implement practical skills training (recruiting, hiring, managing, terminating workers, managing, and approving timesheets, problem solving, conflict resolution)
Establish work schedules for the individual's employees base upon their support needs/plan
Help manage the individual's budget and employee rate setting
Define goals, needs and preferences, identifying and accessing services, supports, and resources as part of the person-centered planning process
Assist in navigating Individual Directed Goods and Services
Develop an emergency back-up plan
Implement employee training
Promote independent advocacy, to assist in filing grievances and complaints when necessary

Employment Services