1. (a)

   1. (1) The counselor will include on an IPE services of “vocational rehabilitation counseling and guidance, placement, and follow-up”.
   2. (2) The program will outline in the criteria for evaluation of progress toward the employment outcome the counseling process and anticipated results.

   3. (3)

      1. (A) Counseling and guidance is provided by the counselor throughout the rehabilitation process.
      2. (B) This enhances the client–counselor relationship as well as the opportunity for a successful employment outcome.
   4. (4) Documentation of counseling progress will be placed in the record of services.
   5. (5) Vocational rehabilitation counseling and guidance services must be provided and documented in all VR cases closed rehabilitated.

2. (b) Procedure — Vocational rehabilitation counseling and guidance.

   1. (1) The counselor will document in the case note the specific progress the individual is making toward the employment outcome.
   2. (2) Counseling should be documented at a minimum once during the plan year.
   3. (3) The case note should be labeled “Counseling and Guidance”.
   4. (4) Counseling and guidance must be documented in each successful closure.

Codification Notes: “IPE” means individualized plan for employment.