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Introduction to Disability and Reasonable Accommodation OVERVIEW Disability Disability Data Collection Reasonable Accommodation Accommodation vs Case Management Resources 2 Laws Definitions and Considerations ID: 771370

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Introduction to Disability and Reasonable Accommodation

OVERVIEW Disability Disability Data Collection Reasonable Accommodation Accommodation vs Case Management Resources 2

Laws, Definitions, and Considerations Disability 3

Disability Defined “A physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more of a person’s major life activities.” 4

Physical Impairments Neurological Special sense organsCardiovascularDigestiveHemic and LymphaticEndocrineAny physiological disorder or condition, cosmetic disfigurement, or anatomical loss affecting one or more of the following body systems: Musculoskeletal Respiratory (including speech organs) ReproductiveGenitourinary Skin 5

Mental Impairments Intellectual disabilities Organic brain syndromeEmotional or mental illnessSpecific learning disabilitiesAny mental or psychological disorder, such as: 6

Examples of Physical and Mental Disabilities Orthopedic VisualSpeechHearing Mental retardationSpecific learning disabilitiesHIV Cerebral palsy 7 Epilepsy Muscular dystrophy Multiple sclerosisCancerDiabetesEmotional illness Drug addiction Alcoholism ADHD

What is NOT Considered a Disability 8 Homosexuality and bisexuality Normal pregnancy Environmental, cultural, and economic disadvantages (e.g., a prison record or a lack of education) Limited English proficiency/English as a second language (LEP/ELL)

MAJOR LIFE ACTIVITIESExamples of major life activities include, but are not limited to: LearningReadingConcentrating ThinkingCommunicatingInteracting with othersCaring for oneself An activity that is “of central importance to daily life” 9

Requires an individual assessment Should be construed broadly in favor of expansive coverage Should not require extensive analysisAn impairment is a disability if it substantially limits the ability of an individual to perform a major life activity as compared to most people in the general population Substantially Limited Determination 10

Deafness Substantially limits hearing Intellectual DisabilitySubstantially limits brain function Blindness substantially limits seeing Impairments that are Always Substantially Limiting 11

Partially or completely missing limbs or mobility impairments requiring the use of a wheelchair substantially limit musculoskeletal function Diabetes Substantially limits endocrine function Autism substantially limits brain function Impairments that are Always Substantially Limiting 12

Cerebral Palsy substantially limits brain function Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)substantially limits immune functionEpilepsysubstantially limits neurological function Impairments that are Always Substantially Limiting 13 http://yourcpf.org/adults-with-cp/

Mitigating MeasuresSubstantially Limited Lessen the impact of something Examples include medications, medical equipment or supplies, hearing and mobility support devices…When determining whether a person is substantially limited in a major life activity, ignore the beneficial effects of mitigating measures 14

Mitigating MeasuresSubstantially Limited For example, if a person with a prosthetic leg does not use his prosthesis, he will be substantially limited in walking For example, for a person with epilepsy who takes medication to control her seizures, consider what her limitations would be without her medication 15

Episodic or RemissionSubstantially LimitedA condition is still a disability if it substantially limits a major life activity when active even if there are periods of remission or the condition is episodic For example, a person with post-traumatic stress disorder who experiences intermittent flashbacks to traumatic events is substantially limited in brain function and thinking 16 Substantially limits a major life activity when active…

TemporarySubstantially LimitedThe effects of an impairment lasting less than six months can be substantially limiting if sufficiently severe For example, the individual may have an injury such as a broken back 17

Drug Addiction Under theADAAA Current illegal users of drugs Casually illegal user in the past, but did not become addicted 18 Addicted to drugs, no longer using drugs illegally and received/receiving treatment for drug addiction or who would have been otherwise rehabilitated Not Protected: Protected:

Alcoholism Under the ADAAA Persons who are alcoholics may be protected under the ADAAA as individual with disabilities. Even those who are currently using alcohol are protected.Appendix 605 = information regarding students with substance-related disabilities in Job Corps. 19

Drug Addiction, Alcoholism, and Job Corps PoliciesStudents with drug addiction or alcoholism disabilities are subject to the center’s disciplinary policies and measures regarding the use and abuse of alcohol, as well as to Job Corps’ Zero Tolerance policy regarding the use of drugs. 20

Legal/Policy Obligations Disability Data Collection 21 Legal/Policy Obligations Disability Data Collection

Disability Data Collection Job Corps is required to collect data on the number and types of participants with disabilities served by the program Centers are required to accurately enter the required data in the disability data collection icon in CIS as soon as possible after the student enters the program (PRH-6: 6.14, R5a) 22

Disability Data Questions to ConsiderDoes the student have a physical or mental impairment? What major life activity(ies) are impacted? Does the impairment substantially limit the student from performing the major life activity(ies) as compared to most people in the general population?If the impairment is episodic or in remission, would it be substantially limiting when it is active?How long are the effects of an impairment expected to last? If fewer than 6 months, how severe is the impairment?23

Disability Data Questions to ConsiderIs the impairment one that is considered virtually always substantially limiting? If the student is taking medication or using some other mitigating measure:What would his/her condition be like without the benefit of medication or other supports? What were the symptoms and the student’s condition prior to the benefit of medication or other supports? Is the use of a mitigating measure causing any limitations?24

Disability Data Words of Wisdom Get past the definition of disability ‒ Do not spend a lot of time analyzing whether a student meets the definition of disability ; the disability assessment should be done quickly and not demand extensive analysis. The disability data collection process is not an exact science, use your best judgment, be consistent, and be prepared to explain your rationale. 25

What is it? Reasonable Accommodation 26

What is Reasonable Accommodation? Any change to the environment or in the way things are customarily done, that gives a person with a disability an opportunity to participate in the application process, job, program or activity that is equal to the opportunity given to similarly situated people without disabilities. 27

Reasonable AccommodationWhat Does it Involve?Modification or adjustment of the following: JobWorkAcademic Environment Policy, program, or procedureProviding appropriate service(s) or product(s)Any other action that removes barriers for the person with a disability28https://adata.org/region-9-pacific-ada-center

Who Can Receive Reasonable Accommodation? Accommodation to complete the admissions process Accommodation to participate in the Job Corps program Applicant with a disability who requests: Student with a disability who requests: Applicant/student provides information indicating a disability is likely 29 Accommodation to participate in the Job Corps program or in work site activities

Examples of Job/Work AccommodationsPHYSICAL 30 Providing voice recognition software to enable a student to work on a computer Providing alternative format (e.g. audio tapes or Braille) for a student that has a vision disability BLIND Providing assistive listening device to a student that has a hearing disability HEARING

LEARNING DISABILITY Extended Time 31 Examples of Changes to Policies/Procedures DIABETES Schedule Adjustment ANXIETY DISORDER Breaks SEIZURE DISORDER Bottom Bunk ADHD Test in Private Setting PHYSICAL Elevator Pass

Examples of Reasonable Accommodation 32 Providing appropriate service(s):Sign language interpreter for a student who is deafMobility coach for a student who is blind

Legal/Policy Obligations Disability Data Collection 33 Sample Accommodation Plans

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Legal/Policy Obligations Disability Data Collection 37 Accommodation vs Case Management

Accommodation vs Case Management Change to a policy/procedure (schedule adjustment) A student who is diabetic may need to have a schedule adjustment that allows him or her to come to wellness each day 30 minutes before lunch. 38 A student with a depressive disorder will be monitored for changes in behavior that might signal the increase of symptoms. Medications will be monitored by wellness staff during scheduled wellness hours. If there is a concern, a visit with the CMHC can occur. AccommodationCase Management

Example of Case Management & Reasonable Accommodation Change to a policy/procedure (schedule adjustment)A student who is diabetic may need to have a schedule adjustment that allows him or her to come to wellness each day 30 minutes before lunch. 39 Condition/Disorder Health Case Management Reasonable Accommodation Schizophrenia Give student information about the course and management of Schizophrenia, including the importance of compliance with medication and side effectsMonitor medication and side effectsAssist student in identifying early warning signs preceding relapse and develop response planRefer to CMHC, center physician, and/or consulting psychiatristAllow flexible training schedule--breaks when symptoms exacerbate or when feeling stressedAllow student to have a quiet secluded place to complete assignments and testsIdentify “quiet place” in the dorm that student can use when feeling stressed or does not want social interactionsConsider single room or fewer roommates when possible

Example of Case Management & Reasonable Accommodation Change to a policy/procedure (schedule adjustment)A student who is diabetic may need to have a schedule adjustment that allows him or her to come to wellness each day 30 minutes before lunch. 40 Condition/Disorder Health Case Management Reasonable Accommodation Mild AsthmaOffer student medical identification braceletProvide education regarding self-managementDiscuss trade selection and impacts on conditionDiscuss lifestyle changes such as smoking cessation and avoidance of secondhand smokeEducate the student and staff about the conditionThis student would likely not have an accommodation plan. If the condition worsened to the point where it became disabling, an accommodation plan could be created

Example of Case Management & Reasonable Accommodation Change to a policy/procedure (schedule adjustment)A student who is diabetic may need to have a schedule adjustment that allows him or her to come to wellness each day 30 minutes before lunch. 41 Condition/Disorder Health Case Management Reasonable Accommodation Gender Identity Disorder(Transgender)Collaborate with student to identify housing, educational, and social strategies to facilitate success in the programScreen for co-occurring mental health disordersRefer to CMHC, center physician, and/or consulting psychiatrist as neededProvide medication monitoring if applicableOffer information on resources in communityThis disorder is currently not recognized as a disabling condition; therefore, the student would not have an accommodation plan

Let’s Practice!Which Ones are Accommodations?Meet with the CMHC 2x a weekUse of headphonesVoice recognition softwarePencil gripsUse of a computer MedicationCheck in with Health and Wellness Center daily42

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CIS Disability Data Collection and Accommodation Plans44 https://supportservices.jobcorps.gov/disability/Pages/ApplicantFileReview.aspx https://supportservices.jobcorps.gov/disability/Pages/Disability-Program-Requirements-Resources.aspx#R5

Navigating Disability Data and Accommodation Plan in CIS45

Reasonable Accommodation Process46

Reasonable Accommodation Process on Job Corps Disability Website47

Reasonable Accommodation Process Graphic 48

Documentation of RA Process Graphic 49

Refusal of RA – Documentation Process Graphic 50

Required Staff TrainingReasonable Accommodation Staff must complete the required reasonable accommodation training in the Learning Management System (LMS) within the 1st 90 days of employment and yearly thereafter. A record of completions should be maintained by Human Resources (HR) staff.51

Reasonable Accommodation Brochure52 https://supportservices.jobcorps.gov/disability/Pages/AccommodationGuidelines.aspx

Talking to Applicants about RA53

https://askjan.org/ 54 Job Accommodation Network http://askjan.org 54

Questions? 55