I object to the propoed Waiver Services for CD Supported Employment.

 Job Discovery, Inc., is supportive of consumer directed services.  However, in the context for CD Supported Employment services, the standards will be lowered and non-inclusive of adequately reflecting best practices within Supported Employment.

It is imperative that future delivery of Supported Employment Service and the integrity that goes along with this concept is not compromised, which includes the professional training and expertise by an Employment Specialist (Job Coach) to assist the individual in their employment  of choice as well as the inclusion of the community and its natural supports (not paid supports).

Job Discovery, Inc. provides continuous trainings to the Employment Specialists, and has a full accreditation by CARF which supports Community Employment, Job Development, Job Supports and Training Services.  This requirement must also be afforded to persons of Waivers Services for CD Supported Employment.