Expectations: All course run from 8:30 to 4:30 for 5 dates; expectation is that each student attend all portions of the course & are present at all times; via audio & video within the virtual course room.

RTEC & Muskie asks that all students plan their time accordingly & be aware of this commitment prior to registering for any MHRT/C domains.

Assist consumer to engage in goal‐directed employment activity with the understanding of the relationship between meaningful work and overall well‐being, and utilization of appropriate community resources.

Acknowledge the importance of work as part of self‐concept/identity, and describe its
role in mental health treatment and recovery.
Understand that the paths to mental health recovery and employment are both varied and
non‐linear, give examples of successful employment outcomes for consumers of behavioral
healthcare.
Recognize and describe common myths and misconceptions regarding individuals with
psychiatric disabilities and their ability to be successful in the workplace.
Understand the role of the MHRT/C in supporting a consumer to pursue a vocational goal,
the importance of ongoing support in maintaining successful employment, and how it is
reflected in the individual’s plan of care.
Engage the consumer in meaningful, ongoing conversations about finding work and/or the
possibility of work in the future, including job seeking/retention strategies.
Be able to practice engagement and motivation techniques to encourage and empower
consumers to make progress along the employment continuum.
Identify and know how to access resources for consumer advocacy related to employment,
including the use of natural supports to help individuals obtain and maintain a job.
Identify and refer consumers to support and employment advocacy services that will
reduce or eliminate perceived barriers to continued successful employment.
Give examples of career development resources, including career exploration and labor
market information available in the community.
Discover the diverse services and roles of people involved in the employment support
system for consumers with psychiatric disabilities, and explain how the MHRT/C
collaborates with others in the employment support system without duplicating the roles
of these providers.
Identify online and local resources to access federal and state regulations and policy
relating to employment.
Give examples of current and evolving research regarding evidence‐based practices in
employment of consumers with psychiatric disabilities, including Individual Placement
Support.
Demonstrate awareness of reasonable accommodation and disclosure of disability in the
context of mental health and employment.
Identify federal and state disability benefits, the availability of work incentives, and
how to consult with Community Work Incentives Coordinators.
Describe the role of the Department of Labor, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation as
partners, how to refer, and collaborate around work goals.

MHRT/C Domain 8

Vocational Support

Assist consumer to engage in goal‐directed employment activity with the understanding of the relationship between meaningful work and overall well‐being, and utilization of appropriate community resources.

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