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QIAT-VR

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The Quality Indicators for Assistive Technology in Vocational Rehabilitation is funded by DBTAC-Great lakes and the DBTAC-Southwest ADA Center on behalf of the ADA National Network

Please review the consider the areas and indicators to answer the following questions. The Quality Indicators in Assistive Technology Vocational Rehabilitation with the self-evaluation matrix can be found at www.qiat-vr.org or
qiatvr.pbworks.com

1. Consideration: The consideration area of the QIAT-VR matrix includes indicators dealing with consideration of assistive technology for all eligible consumers and is based on a collaborative decision making process for Individual Plan for Employment (IPE) development. The team would have the knowledge and skills to make these considerations, and the process is based on a consumer directed consideration of environments and needed tasks. These considerations would be data based, consider a range of assistive technology and be appropriately documented.

The quality indicators for consideration of assistive technology for vocational rehabilitation are comprehensive and reflect components of tasks the vocational rehabilitation staff and consumer must complete in the process of considering assistive technology need. *This question is required.

2. If you somewhat disagree or strongly disagree, what indicator(s) are not important or reflective of the tasks for vocational rehabilitation staff?

3. Assessment: The assessment area of the QIAT-VR matrix includes indicators dealing with assessment procedures that are well defined and applied and that the team has the knowledge and skills to provide appropriate recommendations. The assessment is conducted based on customary environments and completed in a timely manner. Recommendations and trials are data based and well documented and the assessment process can be re initiated based upon need.

The quality indicators for assessment of assistive technology for vocational rehabilitation are comprehensive and reflect components of tasks the vocational rehabilitation staff, contractors and consumer must complete in the assessment for assistive technology process. *This question is required.

4. If you somewhat disagree or strongly disagree, what indicator(s) are not important or reflective of the tasks for vocational rehabilitation staff?

5. Please list any additional factors or indicators that might influence assessment in vocational rehabilitation settings that you feel are not covered by the quality indicators for assistive technology in vocational rehabilitation assessment indicators or matrix.

6. Including Technology in the Overall Service Plan: The quality indicators for including technology in the overall service plan address written guidelines by the vocational rehabilitation agency in documenting tools and services that are need by the consumer in their tasks. It is designed so that services are documented and that there is a clear relationship pictured between the tools and tasks that a consumer would need to address. All of these indicators are based on the premise that there is a evidenced based data trail that based on observable and measurable outcomes.

The quality indicators for including technology in the overall service plan for vocational rehabilitation are comprehensive and reflect components of tasks the vocational rehabilitation staff, contractors and consumer must complete to have a successful outcome in their use of assistive technology. Additionally, the indicators reflect the documentation and accountability of the IPE. *This question is required.

7. If you somewhat disagree or strongly disagree, what indicator(s) are not important or reflective of the tasks for vocational rehabilitation staff?

8. Implementation: The quality indicators for implementation of assistive technology services for vocational rehabilitation address the nature of a collaborative developed plan, that is integrated into daily routines. Responsibility is shared by vocational and support personnel using a variety of strategies and options. Training is provided and data is collected to document implementation efforts. The implementation efforts include maintenance and support tasks for assistive technology tools.

The implementation indicators are comprehensive and reflect components of implementation tasks for vocational rehabilitation staff, contractors and consumers to ensure implementation of the IPE and that supports are effective. *This question is required.

9. If you somewhat disagree or strongly disagree, what indicator(s) are not important or reflective of the tasks for vocational rehabilitation staff?

10. Please list any additional factors or indicators that might influence implementation in vocational rehabilitation settings that you feel are not covered by the quality indicators for assistive technology in vocational rehabilitation assessment indicators or matrix.

11. Evaluation of effectiveness: The quality indicators for assistive technology for evaluation of effectiveness include having credible and capable personnel that can analyze data that is both quantitative and qualitative and appropriate in the work environment. The team views consumer achievement and barriers and need and makes changes when appropriate. The vibrant and flexible nature of an on-going and responsive process conclude the indicators in this area.

The evaluation of effectiveness indicators are comprehensive and reflect components of evaluation tasks for vocational rehabilitation staff, contractors and consumers to ensure implementation of the IPE is effective and can provide a focus for change when needed. *This question is required.

12. If you somewhat disagree or strongly disagree, what indicator(s) are not important or reflective of the tasks for vocational rehabilitation staff?

13. Copy of Please list any additional factors or indicators that might influence evaluation of effectiveness in vocational rehabilitation settings that you feel are not covered by the quality indicators for assistive technology in vocational rehabilitation assessment indicators or matrix.

14. Assistive technology transition: The quality indicators in assistive technology in vocational rehabilitation address roles of staff and the consumer and other support providers in the transition process as it relates to assistive technology. The need in the work environment are identified early and consumer empowerment and advocacy are promoted and trained. Services and steps in the process are provided in a timely manner and current and future funding needs are identified when possible.

The assistive technology transition indicators are comprehensive and reflect components of transition tasks effecting vocational rehabilitation staff, school personnel, other support providers and consumers to ensure successful transition supports and successful access to the vocational rehabilitation system. *This question is required.

15. If you somewhat disagree or strongly disagree, what indicator(s) are not important or reflective of the tasks for vocational rehabilitation staff?

16. Please list any additional factors or indicators that might influence transition of AT in vocational rehabilitation settings that you feel are not covered by the quality indicators for assistive technology in vocational rehabilitation assessment indicators or matrix.

17. Administrative support of assistive technology: The quality indicators for assistive technology in vocational rehabilitation in the area of administrative support address the use of written procedural guidelines that are broadly disseminated and communicated and that are considered in the technology budgeting and procurement process. Staff and contractors respond to written job qualifications and have the training and knowledge to provide assistive technology services. On-going training and professional development are supported and services are evaluated individually and on a systematic basis for development of services.

The assistive technology administrative support indicators are comprehensive and reflect components of transition tasks effecting vocational rehabilitation staff, contractors, other support providers and consumers to ensure successful provision of assistive technology services. *This question is required.

18. If you somewhat disagree or strongly disagree, what indicator(s) are not important or reflective of the tasks for vocational rehabilitation staff?

19. Professional development and training of assistive technology: The quality indicators for professional development and training of assistive technology involve support of a consumer driven professional development system based on consumer needs. It is effective at identifying and planning needed professional development that is aligned within legal requirements and uses a wide range of resources and is based on research and evidenced based practice for assistive technology tools and services.

The assistive technology professional development and training indicators are comprehensive and reflect components of training tasks effecting vocational rehabilitation staff, contractors, other support providers and consumers to ensure successful provision of assistive technology services. *This question is required.

20. If you somewhat disagree or strongly disagree, what indicator(s) are not important or reflective of the tasks for vocational rehabilitation staff?

21. Please share any additional ideas or factors that might influence quality assistive technology services in vocational rehabilitation settings that you feel are not covered by the quality indicators for assistive technology in vocational rehabilitation professional development and training indicators or matrix.

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