I understand that I will be working with a vocational services provider (named above), funded by Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD), to help me reach my goal of working in the community and/or maintaining independence. I also understand that my OOD VR Counselor or VR Contractor will continue to be a part of my team to help me reach my goal.
I understand that I have certain rights and responsibilities while I am working with my provider.
- My Rights:
- To be treated fairly and with respect;
- To be involved in decisions about the services I receive;
- To bring others to appointments with my provider (Release of Information may be required);
- To discuss disagreements about services that I receive with my provider;
- To change providers (needs to be discussed with my OOD VR Counselor or VR Contractor); and
- To confidentiality, except to report to OOD and under certain situations or risk, such as abuse/ neglect or if I may be at risk to harm myself or others.
- My Responsibilities:
- To attend and participate in meetings with my provider as scheduled;
- Staying in touch with my provider via telephone calls and/or emails as agreed upon; and
- To be an active participant during services like completing assignments, contributing to discussions, asking questions, and more.
If I feel that a provider is not respecting my rights, the first step should be to discuss the concern with my provider staff’s supervisor. If I still do not believe that the issue is resolved, I should contact my OOD VR Counselor or VR Contractor.
I acknowledge that my provider has reviewed my rights and responsibilities and has reviewed the Referral for Services with me. I will receive a copy of this acknowledgment for my records.