Section 47.01.01.301 - COMPARABLE BENEFITSEligible customers will identify and use all comparable benefits that may be available during the development of the IPE, including, but not limited to, accommodations and auxiliary aids and services, which may meet, in whole or in part, the cost of vocational rehabilitation services. Comparable benefits and services must be utilized before agency funds are used. (4-6-23)
01.Exempt Services. Services exempt from the requirement to utilize comparable services and benefits include; medical, psychological or other examinations to determine eligibility, vocational counseling and guidance, information and referral, job related services to include job search, job supports, job placement and retention services, evaluation of vocational rehabilitation potential, and rehabilitation technology (not including personally prescribed devices). (4-6-23)02.Availability of Comparable Benefits. If comparable services or benefits are not available at the time needed to ensure progress toward achieving the employment outcome, the Division may provide such services until comparable services and benefits become available. (4-6-23)Idaho Admin. Code r. 47.01.01.301