DETR Vocational Rehabilitation
Nevada Vocational Rehabilitation (VR), under the Department of Employment, Training & Rehabilitation (DETR), helps individuals with disabilities prepare for, secure, and maintain meaningful employment.The program, which is state and federally funded, is designed to help individuals with disabilities gain and retain employment or enhance current job performance through training, counseling, and support.
Inspire Career Services, LLC can provide support to individuals currently enrolled in the Nevada Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) program by offering a variety of employment search and readiness services in collaboration with an individual's VR Counselor. Consult the pathway to obtaining VR services diagram below and links for more information about the Nevada VR Program.
VR & ICS Services Offered
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To Individuals with Disabilities
1. Assessment & Planning
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Evaluation of abilities and job-readiness.
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Assistance with eligibility determination and creating personalized vocational plans
2. Job Readiness & Skills Development
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Work skills training, internships, apprenticeships, job shadowing, and on-the-job training.
3. Job Search, Placement & Retention
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Support in job searching, job placement, and employment retention (including 90-day follow-up).
4. Assistive Supports & Resources
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Access to assistive technology, tools, occupational licenses, adaptive equipment, and interpreters (including ASL)
5. Counseling & Related Supports
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Career guidance, counseling, and possibly needed medical or therapeutic services.
6. Transition Services for Students
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Supports tailored to high school and college students preparing to enter the workforce (e.g., early assessment, coordination with educational staff).
7. Client Assistance Program (CAP)
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Advocacy and dispute resolution support provided by the Nevada Disability Advocacy and Law Center (NDALC), including help with appeals and guidance about VR rights.
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Employer Engagement Support
1. Employer Collaboration
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Consultation with businesses to assess needs, recruit qualified candidates, and support them through job placement, training, and workplace accommodations
2. Incentives & Accessibility
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Guidance for employers to access tax credits, on-the-job training funds, and techniques for disability inclusion
Next Steps for Interested Individuals or Employers
To Apply or Learn More: Visit the official VR Nevada website or contact your local office directly (Nevada VR contact information below).
Students Transitioning to Work: Get early support by coordinating with both school staff and a VR counselor to set up a tailored transition plan.
Employers Looking to Hire: Reach out to VR Nevada for recruitment support, candidate referrals, and information on accessibility incentives.
Facing Eligibility Barriers or Service Issues?: Utilize the Client Assistance Program (CAP) via NDALC for advocacy and appeals support.
Engaging with Policy or Planning: Consider connecting with NSRC or attending their public meetings to provide input and stay informed.
Office Locations & Contact Information
Southern Nevada (Las Vegas Office)
Address: 3016 W. Charleston Blvd, Suite 200, Las Vegas, NV 89102
Phone: (702) 486-5230
Northern Nevada (Reno Office)
Address: 1325 Corporate Boulevard, Reno, NV 89502
Phone: (775) 823-8100
Additional Network Locations
EmployNV Career Hubs across various cities (Carson City, Fallon, Sparks, Elko, Henderson, etc.) also offer VR partner services