Q If an individual recently left a Work Activity Program or another subminimum wage setting, do they still qualify for this service?
AAn individual qualifies as long as they were in a Work Activity Program or other subminimum wage setting within the last 5 years.
Q Is Coordinated Career Pathways (CCP) available to those transitioning from secondary education, earning either a diploma, Certificate of Completion, or aged out at 22?
AYes, CCP is available to those transitioning from any secondary education setting.
Q If an individual graduated recently, do they qualify for CCP?
ACCP is available to individuals 2 years prior to or 2 years after exiting school.
Q Is there an age requirement of 18 years for a transitioning student to receive CCP services?
ANo, as long as they are within 2 years of exiting school, there is no age restriction.
Q Do I need to refer an individual to the Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) first before authorizing CCP?
ANo, there is dedicated funding for CCP that allows regional centers to authorize CCP services without referring to DOR first.
Q If an individual secures employment through CCP and requires job coaching, does CCP cover the job coaching?
AJob coaching is not offered as a standalone service through CCP. However, it may be identified as a necessary service before or after securing employment within the individual’s Person-Centered Career Plan. Individuals may receive job coaching through individual supported employment or tailored day.
Q If an individual requires job coaching, but there is currently a 2-month wait to be seen by DOR, can the regional center authorize the job coaching?
AYes, the regional center can authorize the job coaching while waiting for DOR services if there is more than a 30-day delay at no fault of the individual.
Q Can an individual be authorized for other regional center services while in CCP?
AAny day program, look alike program, supported employment program, tailored day service or other regional center service can be authorized if an individual is receiving CCP services. Any additional services may take place on the same day but not at the same time.
Q What services can be used to support an individual transitioning out of CCP?
AIf it is determined that an individual needs additional support, outside of any generic supports, by the end of the CCP service, supported employment or tailored day services are among options, depending on the identified needs.
Q What is the maximum number of hours per month for each service?
AThe hours are dependent on the needs of the individual. While CCP is not a full-time service, the Department has not set a maximum number of hours per month. Each vendor should include an anticipated range of hours required for each component of the service in their Program Design for vendorization.
Q How does this service work for individuals in Self Determination Programs?
AIndividuals in the SDP can access CCP if they meet the CCP service eligibility criteria. When authorizing the service, regional centers shall fund it outside of the SDP participant’s individual budget.
Q How do I go about getting an exception to the minimum qualifications for the Career Pathway Navigator (CPN) or Customized Employment Specialist (CES)?
AExceptions to the minimum qualifications, along with the justification, shall be submitted to the regional center. The regional center shall provide a recommendation(s) to the Department for review and final determination.
Q If I want to become a CCP vendor, do I have to offer both services?
AVendors are encouraged to provide both services, however, they are not required to provide customized employment.
Q Can an individual choose to receive one service but not the other?
AAll individuals in CCP are required to work with the CPN, as this is the core component of CCP. Based on their preferences and the outcome of the Person-Centered Career Plan, the individual may be recommended to work with a CES.
Q Can a CPN recommend non-regional center-funded services as part of the PCCP?
AYes. Any resource, that will assist the individual in meeting their career goals can be part of the Person-Centered Career Plan. The CPN will assist the individual with navigating and accessing services to attain their career goal.
Q How does CCP differ from Tailored Day Services?
ACCP is different in terms of the staff qualifications, Person-Centered Career Plan requirement, and is a time-limited service.
Q Can services be provided in a group setting?
ANo. CCP services are intended to be a 1:1.
Q Is CCP a full-time service like a day program?
ANo. CCP services are not a full-time service. CCP is a time-limited service intended to develop a Person-Centered Career Plan, which will guide an individual in their career aspirations.
Q Can an individual receive CCP services along with other programs?
AYes, CCP services are not full time, and therefore an individual may also be enrolled in a community-based day program, look alike program, tailored day service, or postsecondary education.
Q Can one person serve as both the CPN and CES, if qualified?
AYes, however the regional center should take into consideration and evaluate the service effectiveness in having one person perform both roles.
Q Is the vendor required to provide the regional center with the client quarterly report?
AYes. The vendor is also required to provide the Department with the standard measures reporting on a quarterly basis.
Q What is the difference between the Person-Centered Career Plan and the Personal Profile?
AThe individual works with the CPN to create the Person-Centered Career Plan. The Person-Centered Career Plan informs the service(s) the individual receives and their overall career goals. This can include career exploration, technology assistance, self-employment or microbusiness support, benefits education, transportation, customized employment, and further education or training.
A Personal Profile, also called a Vocational Profile or Discovery-Personal Profile, or Individual Career Profile is specific to customized employment and is developed with the CES as they work with the individual to tailor and create a job.
Q Will CCP replace Customized Employment services (subcode CE)?
AA previously established CE subcode under a different service code will not be automatically replaced by the CES service offered under CCP. Previously, vendored CE programs must meet the qualifications and obtain vendor status for the CCP service.
Q If the Person-Centered Career Plan is completed in a language other than English, does the vendor need to provide an English translation to the regional center?
AYes. The vendor is responsible for providing the regional center with an English translation of the plan.
Last modified: June 21, 2024
