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Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 32 - Rehabilitation And Disabilities › Part 23 - Addie McBryde Manual › Chapter 9 - (1I) Human Resources › Section 32-23-9.10 - Performance Appraisals

Current through June 25, 2024
The staff of the Addie McBryde Center receives a performance appraisal at least annually with a semi-annual review and feedback session in accordance with MDRS policies and procedures. The performance appraisal is conducted by the immediate supervisor. The results of performance appraisals are provided in written form and reviewed with the respective employee. Management and supervisory personnel are responsible and accountable for employee scheduling, job performance, and performance appraisal of employees.
The immediate supervisor is responsible for conducting performance appraisals on all subordinates. These results are documented, reviewed with the staff, and included in the individual's personnel file. The performance appraisal is based upon an assessment of job performance in relation to quantity and quality of work. The performance appraisal includes establishing objectives for the next rating period. (
Reference: Center's Personnel Files
.)
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 32 - Rehabilitation And Disabilities › Part 23 - Addie McBryde Manual › Chapter 9 - (1I) Human Resources › Section 32-23-9.11 - Staff Input

Current through June 25, 2024
Opportunities for Staff to have input on personnel policy is provided through staff meetings, suggestion solicitation, and submittal of proposals to the appropriate administrative authority. State employee personnel policies are subject to the control of the SPB with the Center's personnel policies directly under the authority of the MDRS Executive Director.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 32 - Rehabilitation And Disabilities › Part 23 - Addie McBryde Manual › Chapter 9 - (1I) Human Resources › Section 32-23-9.12 - Staff Development and Training

Current through June 25, 2024
The Center Director conducts periodic assessment of the training needs of personnel and maintains a planned, scheduled in-service training program.
1. The CRP, as well
				as MDRS, maintains a library of relevant professional material.
				(
Reference: "Resource Material: Professional/ Educational"
				file
.)
2. Supplemental,
				continuing, or advanced education is provided, as appropriate to the needs of
				MDRS, contingent upon availability of funds.
3. The Department, with its own Program
				Evaluation Unit as well as other external entities and as opportunities are
				available, engages in appropriate rehabilitation research.
4. In-service training budgets and time
				allocations are established at the Department level for all
				personnel.
5. The Center engages in
				an active and ongoing process of staff development related to pertinent issues
				and concerns and in response to identified needs. (
Reference: "Staff
				Development Training" file
.)
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 32 - Rehabilitation And Disabilities › Part 23 - Addie McBryde Manual › Chapter 9 - (1I) Human Resources › Section 32-23-9.13 - Community Involvement

Current through June 25, 2024
The Center Director and staff show evidence of involvement in local, state, and national professional and/or civic and community organizations. A listing of staff involvement has been developed and is updated annually. (
Reference: "Human Resources" file
.)
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 32 - Rehabilitation And Disabilities › Part 23 - Addie McBryde Manual › Chapter 9 - (1I) Human Resources › Section 32-23-9.14 - Staff-Client Fraternization

Current through June 25, 2024
In order for staff to carry out their assigned duties of training and guidance without contributing to feelings of dependence or favoritism, the staff is prohibited from fraternizing with students on an individual or selective basis. However, staff is encouraged to participate in group activities during or after class hours.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 32 - Rehabilitation And Disabilities › Part 23 - Addie McBryde Manual › Chapter 10 - (1J) Technology › Section 32-23-10.00 - MDRS Management Information System (MIS)

Current through June 25, 2024
The Department provides overall technology solutions and support for the Center. This includes hardware, software, assistive technology, security, virus protection, backup and disaster recovery plan and repairs and maintenance.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 32 - Rehabilitation And Disabilities › Part 23 - Addie McBryde Manual › Chapter 10 - (1J) Technology › Section 32-23-10.01 - Case Management Software

Current through June 25, 2024
AACE (Accessible Automated Case Environment) provides communication, data collection, documentation and performance information via the agency network. Service requests from district counselors within the network are completed on-line.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 32 - Rehabilitation And Disabilities › Part 23 - Addie McBryde Manual › Chapter 10 - (1J) Technology › Section 32-23-10.02 - Confidentiality of Records

Current through June 25, 2024
The Addie McBryde Center takes all necessary actions to safeguard the use of information technology and confidential information stored and accessed on the Center's computers and the MDRS agency network. (
Reference: "Information Technology and Computers" file
.)
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 32 - Rehabilitation And Disabilities › Part 23 - Addie McBryde Manual › Chapter 11 - (1K) Rights › Section 32-23-11.00 - Assurance of Commitment to Rights of Persons Served

Current through June 25, 2024
The Addie McBryde Rehabilitation Center for the Blind is philosophically, as well as legally, committed to insuring that the rights of all its clients are fully protected. These policies and procedures are communicated to persons served, Center faculty and staff, consultants, interns/trainees, and volunteers through the Center Manual and the Client Handbook. These rights include but are not limited to the following:
1. The right to personal privacy unless the
				safety and welfare of the person served or others is threatened or there is a
				violation of state or federal law
2. The right to be treated with dignity and
				respect at all times
3. The right
				to be free from psychological and/or physical abuse in any form
4. The right to be given all appropriate
				information concerning service delivery and consideration for placement in the
				highest and most appropriate program level
5. The right to have maximum input into the
				delivery of services whenever possible.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 32 - Rehabilitation And Disabilities › Part 23 - Addie McBryde Manual › Chapter 11 - (1K) Rights › Section 32-23-11.01 - Violations and/or Complaints

Current through June 25, 2024
The Center uses the complaint/suggestions procedure to allow for client allegations of possible infringements of his/her rights. Whenever there is a suspected case of client abuse, neglect or exploitation, the Center staff follows procedures contained in the MDRS Policy Manual.
Any staff member who is found to have violated the rights of any person served will be appropriately disciplined under the provisions and overview of the SPB. Any violation of the rights of those served is promptly reported to the most appropriate level supervisor who is not directly involved in the violation. Failure to report a violation is a serious offense, as this implies collusion with the violation. Upon the report of a violation, a thorough investigation is undertaken within a thirty-day period. Disciplinary action, if determined appropriate, is initiated under the guidelines of the SPB.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 32 - Rehabilitation And Disabilities › Part 23 - Addie McBryde Manual › Chapter 11 - (1K) Rights › Section 32-23-11.02 - Informed Consent

Current through June 25, 2024
Signed informed consent is obtained from the person served prior to the implementation of any procedures that restrict or limit the rights of the person served (e.g.: removal of phone privileges, short-term suspensions, terminations). (
Reference: Blank Forms Book
.)
Positive behavior modification is tried prior to the use of any restrictive procedures.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 32 - Rehabilitation And Disabilities › Part 23 - Addie McBryde Manual › Chapter 11 - (1K) Rights › Section 32-23-11.03 - Physical/Psychological Abuse

Current through June 25, 2024
Abuse of any individual served by a staff member is considered a serious offense. Abuse includes any type of physical abuse (including corporal punishment) and/or any psychological abuse (including humiliating, degrading, or exploiting). The party involved is subject to dismissal. In addition, any employee who has knowledge of such abuse and fails to report the abuse is subject to disciplinary action. Any client who abuses another is subject to immediate dismissal or other disciplinary action dependent upon the circumstances.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 32 - Rehabilitation And Disabilities › Part 23 - Addie McBryde Manual › Chapter 11 - (1K) Rights › Section 32-23-11.04 - Sexual Harassment Policy

Current through June 25, 2024
The Department maintains a strict policy regarding the prohibition of sexual harassment in any form. Unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature constitute sexual harassment when submission to or rejection of this conduct explicitly or implicitly affects an individual's employment, work performance, or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment. Any report of sexual harassment is promptly investigated and appropriate disciplinary measures taken. (
Reference: SPB State Employee Handbook and MDRS Policy Manual, "Sexual Harassment"
.)
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 32 - Rehabilitation And Disabilities › Part 23 - Addie McBryde Manual › Chapter 11 - (1K) Rights › Section 32-23-11.05 - Release of Persons Served

Current through June 25, 2024
The Center does not release a client, who is under age, legally adjudicated as not competent or whose mental and/or intellectual condition prevents the ability to adequately represent his/her own interests, to any party other than the person's parent, spouse or legal guardian unless such parties provide written authorization to release the client to another designated individual, agency, or institutional representative.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 32 - Rehabilitation And Disabilities › Part 23 - Addie McBryde Manual › Chapter 11 - (1K) Rights › Section 32-23-11.06 - Grievance/ Complaint Procedures

Current through June 25, 2024
The grievance procedures for clients of the Addie McBryde Rehabilitation Center are adapted from the Hearing Policy in the Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services Vocational Rehabilitation/Vocational Rehabilitation for the Blind Policy Manual. This information is in the
Client Handbook
and is explained to all clients at the beginning of the services.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 32 - Rehabilitation And Disabilities › Part 23 - Addie McBryde Manual › Chapter 12 - (1L) Accessibility › Section 32-23-12.00 - Location of Facility

Current through June 25, 2024
The Center is geographically located in the central part of the state and in an area in the community that is readily accessible to clients, staff, and visitors. The facility is designed to provide adequate parking, dining areas, and other common services. Areas in the physical plant are designated for counseling, testing, instruction, training, residential and administrative services.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 32 - Rehabilitation And Disabilities › Part 23 - Addie McBryde Manual › Chapter 12 - (1L) Accessibility › Section 32-23-12.02 - Measuring Accessibility

Current through June 25, 2024
Resources for assessing accessibility include, but are not limited to:
1. MDRS Assistive
				Technology Staff
2. AMRC Client
				Management Staffings
3. AMRC Client
				Exit Interviews
4. AMRC Client
				Follow-up Survey
5. AMRC Annual
				Survey
6. Director/Clients
				Meetings
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 32 - Rehabilitation And Disabilities › Part 23 - Addie McBryde Manual › Chapter 13 - (1M) Information Measurement and Management › Section 32-23-13.01 - Confidential Records

Current through June 25, 2024
Examples of confidential records include, but are not limited to, client files, performance appraisal information on individual employees, employee reprimands/commendations, personnel and training records, I-9 information, and accounting and budget information.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 32 - Rehabilitation And Disabilities › Part 23 - Addie McBryde Manual › Chapter 13 - (1M) Information Measurement and Management › Section 32-23-13.02 - Records Protection Policy

Current through June 25, 2024
The Addie McBryde Center takes precautions to protect all confidential administrative and case records by the following steps:
1. Access to confidential records is limited
				to the Center Director, the Assistant Center Director, the Program Manager
				designated to monitor the client's progress, and the office administrative
				assistant assigned to maintain client files.
2. The Addie McBryde Center maintains a
				policy for persons being served to access his/her record. Anyone desiring part
				or all of his or her record needs to inform the Center Program Manager of this.
				The Program Manager will review the record, and, in the normal course of
				events, will inform the Center Director of this fact and release the records.
				Under federal law, certain rare circumstances may trigger a medical
				professional or legal review. If this is the case, the person being served or
				their representative will be informed of this, and the review will take place
				as quickly as possible.
3. A
				generally accepted filing system for such records is maintained at all
				times.
4. A check in/check out
				system for all files and records is maintained when files are removed from the
				area where files are kept. A staff person in the area where such records are
				kept is designated as responsible for control and accounting for such
				records.
5. During the workday, all
				records are kept in a supervised office in metal files or storage cabinets with
				reasonable protection against fire, water damage, and other hazards taken. The
				file area is locked and secured after working hours.
6. MDRS network back up on the server and
				hard copies are retained for all electronic records to ensure protection of
				such records against loss.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 32 - Rehabilitation And Disabilities › Part 23 - Addie McBryde Manual › Chapter 13 - (1M) Information Measurement and Management › Section 32-23-13.03 - Records Retention/Disposal Policy

Current through June 25, 2024
All confidential administrative and case records are kept for a minimum of three years with the exception of certain accounting records which are retained indefinitely. (
Reference: OVR/OVRB Policy and Procedures Manual
.)
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 32 - Rehabilitation And Disabilities › Part 23 - Addie McBryde Manual › Chapter 13 - (1M) Information Measurement and Management › Section 32-23-13.04 - Personnel File Contents

Current through June 25, 2024
Each Center employee has a permanent personnel file to retain the employment application, job description (may include a Job Content Questionnaire), verification of credentials, performance appraisals, payroll deductions, salary, and position changes, etc. The official records for State Service Personnel are maintained at the MDRS central office.
A supplemental personnel file is maintained at the Center and includes copies of annual performance appraisals and feedback, attendance/leave information, flex time forms and job description.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 32 - Rehabilitation And Disabilities › Part 23 - Addie McBryde Manual › Chapter 13 - (1M) Information Measurement and Management › Section 32-23-13.05 - Retention of Referral Information

Current through June 25, 2024
If a client does not report on the scheduled admission date, the
referring
counselor is notified in writing immediately. If the client is not rescheduled for entry, the Center retains the referral information in a "No Show" file.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 32 - Rehabilitation And Disabilities › Part 23 - Addie McBryde Manual › Chapter 13 - (1M) Information Measurement and Management › Section 32-23-13.07 - Single Case Record

Current through June 25, 2024
Each client has a hard copy individual case file. During their stay at the Center, the Center Nurse maintains a separate medical file. Upon completion of the program of services, the medical file is combined with the case file. Records are clear, complete and current. Reports are objective and distinguish fact from opinion. Records confirm in writing that all recommended and planned services have been carried out or there is documentation as to reason not completed.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 32 - Rehabilitation And Disabilities › Part 23 - Addie McBryde Manual › Chapter 13 - (1M) Information Measurement and Management › Section 32-23-13.08 - Organization of Material in Case Record

Current through June 25, 2024
The client record is divided into four sections. After the initial referral information, all subsequent information is filed in inverse chronological order based on date of receipt.
Section One
contains the original referral documents, including: initial referral material and the client data sheet,.
Section Two
contains general information originated at intake and while the client is in the Center, including the following forms: Initial Intake, Orientation Checklist, Fire Exit,
Picture Release, Permission to Leave the Center (if applicable), IAP and/or IVEP, Counselor Correspondence, Cane/Noir, Informed Consent, Alcohol and Drug Testing, Case Notes, and all correspondence concerning the client including any received from the district counselor.
Section Three
covers information obtained at exit as well as certain supplemental services provided by the Center. This information includes: Exit Interview, Follow-up Questionnaire and, if applicable, Psychiatric Case Notes, Medical Consent Form and medical records.
Section Four
contains all Center generated reports and includes: Psychological Reports, Vocational Evaluation Report, Instructors' Reports, and Staffing Checklist.
When a client has exited from the Center, Sections One and Two are placed together on the left side of the file with a colored section divider between the two sections. Sections Three and Four are placed together on the right side of the file with a colored section divider between each section.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 32 - Rehabilitation And Disabilities › Part 23 - Addie McBryde Manual › Chapter 13 - (1M) Information Measurement and Management › Section 32-23-13.09 - Case Record Requirements

Current through June 25, 2024
A case file should include the following:
1. Case identification data
2. Name and address of client's guardian, if
				appropriate
3. Pertinent history,
				diagnosis of disability, limitations, special needs (e.g., communication), and
				desired outcomes/expectations
4.
				Prescribed medications, the name of the prescribing physician and other
				relevant medical information
5.
				Reports of initial and ongoing assessments
6. Reports from referring sources
7. Reports from outside consultants
8. Designation of program manager
9. Evidence of the direct involvement of the
				person served in the decision making process related to his/her
				program.
10. Reports of staff
				conferences and, if held, family conferences
11. Client's individual PAT objectives for
				each instructional area
12.
				Progress reports from each service area (signed and dated)
13. Pertinent correspondence
14. Release forms
15. Exit interview
16. Follow-up reports
In addition to the above, for clients who receive Vocational
				  Evaluation services, case records will include the following:
1. Potential employment goals
2. IVEP (Individualized Vocational Evaluation
				Plan)
3. Documentation of
				evaluation results that pertain to work tolerance (physical/mental tolerance,
				persistence in work/physical activity).
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 32 - Rehabilitation And Disabilities › Part 23 - Addie McBryde Manual › Chapter 13 - (1M) Information Measurement and Management › Section 32-23-13.10 - Case Recording

Current through June 25, 2024
All files are kept current. Information is recorded within 48 hours of the event and exit reports within ten working days following termination/completion of program. Individual instructional areas may maintain work sheets pertinent to that area to record information. However this does not replace the main case record. These work sheets are secured to protect the confidentiality of the information.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 32 - Rehabilitation And Disabilities › Part 23 - Addie McBryde Manual › Chapter 13 - (1M) Information Measurement and Management › Section 32-23-13.12 - Case Review (Quality Assurance)

Current through June 25, 2024
The Center provides a bi-annual internal quality assurance and record keeping review of client files. The Assistant Director for Client Services performs the quality assurance analysis and provides a written report to the Center Director. A representative sampling is reviewed. This sampling is taken from cases that were active and/or closed during the period being reviewed. Results of findings are shared with members of the psychosocial committee.
The Assistant Director for Client Services is responsible for the case reviews and provides the Center Director reports of the findings with recommendations for improvement. Upon approval by the Center Director, the Assistant Director for Client Services will initiate any corrective action indicated by the report. The review of case quality assesses the following:
1. Each service began at
				the appropriate time
2. Appropriate
				services were provided for an adequate duration
3. Appropriate goals were stated for each
				service
4. Services produced the
				desired results in terms of program goals and the needs and preferences of the
				individual
5. The person served
				participated in program planning
6.
				All required and appropriate documents are contained in the file
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 32 - Rehabilitation And Disabilities › Part 23 - Addie McBryde Manual › Chapter 14 - (1N) Performance Improvements

Current through June 25, 2024
Various management records and reports generated by the Center are used to guide the operation, support the assessment and improvement in quality of services, measure and communicate performance, and reflect the current status of the Center.
The Center Director presents and interprets operating reports, including those reflecting the efficiency and effectiveness of the Center. These reports include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. Annual Outcomes Management
			 Report
2. Outcome Measurement
			 System Results
3. Financial
			 Statements
4. Strategic Management
			 Plan Reports
5. Personnel
			 Reports
6. Program Quality
			 Assessment
7. Monthly Reports
These results are supplied to the McBryde Governing Authority
				and to the OVRB Director who presents them to the MDRS Executive Director.
				These presentations provide an opportunity for policy and operational review,
				analysis, and action.
The Center Director analyzes management reports and compares
				performance against budgetary, administrative, and professional standards. In
				addition, the Center Director analyzes the extent to which the Center's goals
				and objectives are being attained. The results of these activities are used by
				the Center Director to initiate appropriate preventive, pro-active, or
				corrective measures.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 32 - Rehabilitation And Disabilities › Part 23 - Addie McBryde Manual › Chapter 15 - (1O) Client Services › Section 32-23-15.00 - GENERAL SERVICE INFORMATION

Current through June 25, 2024
The information in the following section contains procedures that are common to each of the primary service areas of the Center Personal Adjustment Training, Vocational Evaluation, and Low Vision.
A. Referrals
Service requests are submitted to the Center via AACE (the
				  Automated Accessible Case Environment) electronic local area network of MDRS.
				  Some outside third party sources continue to utilize the AMRC-01 paper form.
				  The Assistant Director for Client Services sets the entry date. The VRB/IL
				  counselor or third-party sponsor provides copies of the following information
				  when making a service request from the Center:
1. Medical information including an eye
				report, general medical, psychiatric, and/or psychological reports pertinent to
				the individual client. In some cases the Center may require more recent and/or
				detailed information than the counselor has required to establish eligibility.
				This information may be needed to determine a client's ability to benefit and
				participate in a residential program and ensures that the client and others are
				not jeopardized by being placed in an inappropriate assessment or class
				assignment.
2. School records,
				including IEP for all Transition Students, if available.
3. Previous vocational evaluation and/or work
				adjustment reports if available.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 32 - Rehabilitation And Disabilities › Part 23 - Addie McBryde Manual › Chapter 15 - (1O) Client Services › Section 32-23-15.01 - Personal Adjustment Training (PAT) Services

Current through June 25, 2024
Personal Adjustment Training is an array of services provided directly at the Addie McBryde Center and through linkage with other resources in the community which takes into consideration the needs of the individual served and that person's family, the informed choices of the individual, and the unique socioeconomic, and cultural needs of those served. PAT services result in increased inclusion in community activities, increased or maintained ability to perform activities of daily living, and increased self-direction, self-determination, self-reliance, and self-esteem.
A. PAT Admission Criteria
requirements for entrance to personal adjustment training
				  services are as follows:
1. Has VR/VRB
				or other 3rd party sponsorship
2.
				Is at least 16 years of age
3. Has
				prior medical and/or psychological evaluation appropriate to disabling
				condition(s)
4. Is not dangerous to
				self and/or others
5. Is free of
				any acute medical and or psychological conditions
6. Is able to care for his/her own personal
				needs
7. Has specifically
				identified functional limitations to independence and/or employment that
				require PAT services
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 32 - Rehabilitation And Disabilities › Part 23 - Addie McBryde Manual › Chapter 15 - (1O) Client Services › Section 32-23-15.02 - Comprehensive Vocational Evaluation Services

Current through June 25, 2024
Vocational Evaluation is a comprehensive process that systematically utilizes formal testing instruments for assessment and vocational exploration. The purpose is to assist the person with vocational development leading to employment options. Vocational
Evaluation incorporates medical, psychological, social, vocational, cultural, assistive technology, and economic data into the process of evaluation.
A. Vocational
				Evaluation Admission Criteria
The requirements for Vocational Evaluation are as
				  follows:
1. Client has VR/VRB or 3rd
				party sponsorship
2. Is at least 16
				years of age
3. Has prior medical
				evaluation appropriate to disabling condition(s)
4. Is free of any acute medical and/or
				psychological conditions
5. Is not
				dangerous to self and/or others
6.
				Is able to care for personal needs
7. Vocational potential is
				uncertain
8. Adjustment service
				needs have not been determined
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 32 - Rehabilitation And Disabilities › Part 23 - Addie McBryde Manual › Chapter 15 - (1O) Client Services › Section 32-23-15.03 - Low Vision Services

Current through June 25, 2024
The Low Vision Program at the Addie McBryde Center was developed to allow persons with significant visual loss to be evaluated to determine if aids, appliances, devices, or equipment exists that will enhance their ability to confidently and independently pursue their careers and private lives.
Technology is available in many forms, ranging from various types of magnifiers, lamps, to high-tech items and closed circuit television reading systems and specially modified computer systems. When it is determined that a client will need computer equipment, the program manager contacts the district counselor for referral to MDRS Office of Assistive Technology.
A. Low Vision Admission Criteria
To receive Low-Vision services, a client must:
1. Have VR/VRB or 3rd party
				sponsorship
2. Be at least 16 years
				of age
3. Have specific request for
				low vision services by the referral source
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 32 - Rehabilitation And Disabilities › Part 23 - Addie McBryde Manual › Chapter 15 - (1O) Client Services › Section 32-23-15.04 - Additional "Special" Services

Current through June 25, 2024
The center offers the following additional "special" services on an adjusted per diem when space and schedule permits to clients of the MDRS Independent Living Program for the Older Blind and third party payers:
1. On-site orientation and mobility at the
				individual's work place.
2.
				Computer training in specific skill areas such as E-mail, Internet use,
				etc.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 32 - Rehabilitation And Disabilities › Part 23 - Addie McBryde Manual › Chapter 15 - (1O) Client Services › Appendix 32-23-15-A

Current through June 25, 2024
Accessibility Reports
Action Taken From Stakeholders Input
Annual Survey
Budget
Cash Management Policies
Client Group Meeting/Training/Activities
Client/Director Meetings
Clients Referred for Concurrent Ancillary Services
Code of Ethics / Our Mission Statement
Community Involvement (Clients)
Consultants / Referral Resources
Daily Maintenance on Building
Dietary Procedures
Donations / Contributions Lions Club/Other
Dorm Supervisors
Drills
Employee Handbook and Standards of Conduct
External Inspection
Facility Advisory Committee
Fee for Service Schedule
Governing Authority
Guidelines on Legal Issues
Health Policies and Procedures
Human Resources
Incident / Accident Reports
Ineligible Individuals
Interagency Agreement / Collaboration
Letters of Appreciation Clients and Staff
MDRS-Board Members
Monthly Reports
Outcomes Measurement System (3 folders)
Psychosocial Meeting Minutes and Staffing Schedule
Public Information and Outreach
Public Meetings for State Plans
Quality Assurance
Resource Material: Professional / Education
Rights of Persons Served
Safety Policies and Procedures
Staff Development/Training
Staff Meeting Minutes
Staff Outreach
Strategic Management Plans
Technology and Computers
Volunteer / Intern Program
Supplemental Documentation / Resources
Addie McBryde Center Manual
Addie McBryde Center Personnel Files
Blank Forms Book
Executive Memoranda File
MDRS / HRD Policies Notebook
OVR / OVRB Policy and Procedures Manual
State Personnel Board (SPB) Employee Handbook
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 32 - Rehabilitation And Disabilities › Part 24 - REACH Manual › Chapter 1 - (1A) Leadership › Section 32-24-1.00 - MDRS Mission Statement

Current through June 25, 2024
It is the mission of the Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services (MDRS / the Department) to provide appropriate and comprehensive services to Mississippians with disabilities in a timely and effective manner. Programs and services assist individuals with disabilities to gain employment, retain employment and/or to live more independently.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 32 - Rehabilitation And Disabilities › Part 24 - REACH Manual › Chapter 1 - (1A) Leadership › Section 32-24-1.01 - AMRC Mission Statement

Current through June 25, 2024
In keeping with its mission, MDRS operates a non-profit community rehabilitation program (CRP), The REACH Center Rehabilitation Center (the Center). The mission of the Center is to provide options which promote the personal, social and economic independence of persons living with vision loss.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 32 - Rehabilitation And Disabilities › Part 24 - REACH Manual › Chapter 1 - (1A) Leadership › Section 32-24-1.02 - Scope of Services

Current through June 25, 2024
Located in Tupelo, Mississippi, the Center provides the following: Personal Adjustment Training in Orientation and Mobility, Personal Management, Techniques of Daily Living, Leisure Education, Recreation, Arts & Crafts, Communications, Typewriting/Keyboarding and Advanced Communications, GED classes and Vocational Training are also a part of the curriculum designed to meet the needs of those served. The Center also provides individualized vocational evaluations and low-vision assessments.
The Center is committed to providing service delivery that will empower individuals served to reach the highest and most appropriate functional level. This is accomplished through the designation of entrance and exit criteria for each service area.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 32 - Rehabilitation And Disabilities › Part 24 - REACH Manual › Chapter 1 - (1A) Leadership › Section 32-24-1.03 - Assurances/Principles

Current through June 25, 2024
1. The Center's leadership is
				philosophically, as well as legally, committed to ensuring that the human
				rights, dignity, health, and safety of all its clients are fully
				protected.
2. The Center's
				leadership is committed to soliciting and utilizing input from those served
				throughout all stages of the service delivery process.
3. The Center's leadership is committed to
				providing services designed to assist those served in reaching their maximum
				independence. The primary goal for each person is to develop the skills
				necessary to achieve this goal. A second goal is to coordinate services that
				will lead to an employment outcome.
4. The Center's leadership is committed to
				providing services that are individualized, coordinated, and reflects the
				informed choices of the persons served.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 32 - Rehabilitation And Disabilities › Part 24 - REACH Manual › Chapter 1 - (1A) Leadership › Section 32-24-1.04 - Code of Ethics and Ethical Violations

Current through June 25, 2024
The Center has established a code of ethics and seeks to adhere in all its activities and services to the highest ethical and moral standards. At any time that a presumed violation of either the REACH Center Code of Ethics or the Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services Code of Ethics is noted, it should be reported in writing to the Center director or his/her designee. The Center director is responsible for reporting such violations to appropriate MDRS administration. (
Reference: "Code of Ethics and Our Mission Statement" file
.)
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 32 - Rehabilitation And Disabilities › Part 24 - REACH Manual › Chapter 1 - (1A) Leadership › Section 32-24-1.05 - The Governance Authority

Current through June 25, 2024
As set by state statute and through management by the Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services, the Governing Authority provides effective and ethical leadership and stability for the Center so that it can achieve its stated mission. Together they have responsibility for establishing policy and maintaining high standards of operation. The Governing Authority meets formally on a quarterly basis, at a minimum, and informally as needed.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 32 - Rehabilitation And Disabilities › Part 24 - REACH Manual › Chapter 2 - (1B) Governance › Section 32-24-2.00 - Governing Authority

Current through June 25, 2024
The Governing Authority of the REACH Center for the Blind is a three-member body set by State legislative statute. The Governing Authority has the responsibility for approving the appointment of the Director of the REACH Center for the Blind. In addition, it is responsible for reviewing major policy issues presented by the Director of the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation for the Blind and the REACH Center Director, for maintaining high standards of operation, and for the continuing development of the Center. Members of the Governing Authority, as set by legislative mandate, are the Vice Chancellor of the University of Mississippi Medical Center, the University of Mississippi Medical Center's Assistant Vice-Chancellor for Administrative Services and the Director of the MDRS Office of Vocational Rehabilitation for the Blind. The Governing Authority meets at least quarterly and minutes are kept of all meetings.
Orientation procedures for a new governing authority member include the Center Director arranging a tour of the Center, providing an overview of the Center's operations and its history and copies of governing authority minutes for the previous three years. Policies to guard against the development of a conflict of interest are established by the Department and by the University of Mississippi Medical Center. Any suggestion of the possibility of a conflict of interest between an individual member and the Center is referred to the attorney assigned to the Department by the Mississippi Attorney General's Office for an opinion which shall be binding upon the member in question. (
Reference: "Governing Authority" file
.)
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 32 - Rehabilitation And Disabilities › Part 24 - REACH Manual › Chapter 2 - (1B) Governance › Section 32-24-2.01 - Administrative Agency

Current through June 25, 2024
The administrative agency of the REACH Center for the Blind is the Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services. With the exception of the appointment of the Center Director as noted above, all decisions regarding staff, finances, policies, procedures, and the like, are under the purview of MDRS. The responsibility of administering and supervising the Center's programs, including expansion, changes, or modification of the Center lies with the Department.
MDRS, as the administrative agency, manages the general business, property and affairs of the Center. The Center is located organizationally within the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation for the Blind. OVRB Administrative staff, of which the REACH Center Director is a member, meets periodically at the initiation of the OVRB Director.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 32 - Rehabilitation And Disabilities › Part 24 - REACH Manual › Chapter 2 - (1B) Governance › Section 32-24-2.02 - Organizational Structure

Current through June 25, 2024
The Center is structured and administered to meet the established goals of the Department and the Center. The Director of OVRB recommends the designation of the Center Director and all other Center personnel. However, the ultimate approval for employment rests with the MDRS Executive Director. For the purposes of CARF, the Center Director is the chief executive officer of the REACH Center for the Blind. The Department vests authority to the Center Director for the direct oversight of the day-to-day management of the Center in accordance with the policies and procedures of the Department and sound management principles. Support personnel or technical assistants are supervised and function within the organizational structure for the Center as set by the Department.
A review and approval process in critical management areas is carried out through a chain of command. This begins with the Center Director, proceeds to the OVRB Director, the Deputy Director of Vocational Services and on to the MDRS Executive Director. The Center Director reports directly to the OVRB Director who is next in line above this staff position in responsibility and accountability for the management and operation of the Center. In the absence of the Center Director, one of two Assistant Center Directors is in charge of the management of the Center.
The Center Director, with the approval of the OVRB Director, initiates decisions that affect the Center such as the establishment of Center goals and objectives, budgeting, employee selection, staff utilization, space allocation, travel, in-service training, use of consultants, public information, and program development.
The Center Director is responsible for meeting with the staff to ensure that input in these areas is secured and documented. The Center Director provides input on behalf of the entire Center to her supervisor, the OVRB Director.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 32 - Rehabilitation And Disabilities › Part 24 - REACH Manual › Chapter 2 - (1B) Governance › Section 32-24-2.03 - Organizational Chart

Current through June 25, 2024
MDRS has an organizational chart that sets forth lines of authority, responsibility, and communication in accordance with Department policies and procedures and with approval of applicable state regulatory agencies. This organizational structure is reviewed and amended as necessary by the MDRS Executive Director. In addition, the Center's organizational chart delineates the lines of authority, responsibility and communication within the Center. (
Reference: "Human Resources" file
.)
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 32 - Rehabilitation And Disabilities › Part 24 - REACH Manual › Chapter 3 - (1C) Strategic Integrated Planning › Section 32-24-3-3.00 - Reports

Current through June 25, 2024
Various management records and reports generated by the Center are used to guide the operation, support the assessment and improvement in quality of services, measure and communicate performance, and reflect the current status of the Center.
The Center Director assists in the OVRB Director's formulation of policy by presenting and interpreting operating reports, including those reflecting the efficiency and effectiveness of the Center. These reports include, but are not limited to, the following: Monthly Reports, Annual Outcomes Management Report, Outcome Measurement System Results, Financial Statements, Strategic Management Plans, Personnel Reports, and the results of Program Quality Assessment activities. These results are supplied to the REACH Center Governing Authority and to the OVRB Director who presents them to the MDRS Executive Director. These presentations provide an opportunity for policy and operational review, analysis, and action.
The Center Director analyzes management reports and compares performance against budgetary, administrative, and professional standards. In addition, the Center Director analyzes the extent to which the Center's goals and objectives are being attained. The results of these activities are used by the Center Director to upgrade operations by the initiation of appropriate preventive, pro-active, or corrective measures.
The Center Director provides, interprets, and presents data to the OVRB Director and the Governing Authority in order to identify local needs and achievements, ensures that staff is operating in an efficient and effective manner, and initiates statewide management direction and actions to accomplish the goals and objectives of the Center. The OVRB Director initiates ongoing efforts to ensure that a management information system exists to provide regular, timely flow of information.
The MDRS reviews the total effectiveness of the Center in relation to the stated purposes of the Center and the Department. If reviews indicate significant deviations from goals or expectations, then a determination of probable causes and needed changes in either service delivery or expectations are taken under consideration.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 32 - Rehabilitation And Disabilities › Part 24 - REACH Manual › Chapter 3 - (1C) Strategic Integrated Planning › Section 32-24-3-3.01 - Strategic Management Plan

Current through June 25, 2024
The Center maintains a Strategic Management Plan through the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation for the Blind with goals and objectives based upon a periodic, systematic needs assessment of current and potential consumers. The Center, in accomplishing the planning process, solicits cooperative interagency coordination for those persons who need long-term assistance and/or supplementary supportive services. Center personnel participate in local community planning activities related to the persons served and the mission of the organization. (
Reference: "Strategic Management Plans", "Clients Referred for Ancillary Concurrent Services", and "Community Involvement files
.)
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 32 - Rehabilitation And Disabilities › Part 24 - REACH Manual › Chapter 3 - (1C) Strategic Integrated Planning › Section 32-24-3-3.02 - Additional Planning Tools

Current through June 25, 2024
The Center's target service area is statewide. Its services are intended for people who are blind or visually impaired and who are eligible clients of one of the programs administered by the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation for the Blind.
The Center describes changes and trends that may affect planning and have an impact on the future. These may include such items as changes in the community, government, economy, labor market, consumer needs, service area, and services. In addition to the Strategic Management Plan, the center uses the following to document planning for future needs:
1. Accessibility Plan
2. Staff Development and Training
				Plan
3. Outreach Plan
4. Short-Long Range Goals
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 32 - Rehabilitation And Disabilities › Part 24 - REACH Manual › Chapter 4 - (1D) Input from Persons Served and Other Stakeholders › Section 32-24-4.00 - Input from Stakeholders

Current through June 25, 2024
The REACH Center for the Blind is committed to creating an environment that is responsive to the needs and expectations of the people served, and that is relevant to their maximum participation in society. The involvement of the people receiving the services or their personal representatives is an integral part of the total environment of the REACH Center for the Blind. By providing opportunities for consumers themselves to have input about the system, the REACH Center benefits from their unique perspectives, and demonstrates a belief in the value of self-determination and informed choice.
The Center is committed to obtaining and utilizing input from those served throughout every aspect of the service delivery process. The Center has established written procedures which describe each of the major systems used to obtain input from persons served and other stakeholders.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 32 - Rehabilitation And Disabilities › Part 24 - REACH Manual › Chapter 4 - (1D) Input from Persons Served and Other Stakeholders › Section 32-24-4.01 - Case/Program Managers

Current through June 25, 2024
In addition to formal methods for receiving input, the Center is committed to maximizing opportunities for clients to contribute in more informal ways to the development and implementation of their program of services. The Center Director maintains an "open door" policy and meets with each new client shortly after arrival. All clients entering the Center are assigned to a Program Manager who is responsible for developing, implementing, monitoring and modifying as necessary the clients' program of services. Program Managers meet regularly with each client on their caseload, acting as a liaison with the client's MDRS district counselor and with other service providers.
Input received from these procedures is reviewed and used to make decisions about program improvement, change, or modification to insure that the needs of the persons served are being met. When appropriate, input is used to change practices and/or policies of the REACH Center for the Blind.