Montana DPHHS CRP Training Institute for the Vocational Rehabilitation and Blind Services

Overview

In partnership with the Montana Department of Health and Human Services (DPHHS) Vocational Rehabilitation and Blind Services (VRBS), the Yang-Tan Institute develops and delivers professional development training to community rehabilitation program (CRP) and state vocational rehabilitation (VR) staff across the state of Montana. Topics vary, with each providing an opportunity for participants to enhance their employment services skills and ethical service delivery in support of individuals with disabilities.

Project Activities

  • Monthly 1-hour virtual trainings
  • Monthly 1-hour virtual follow-up technical assistance sessions
  • Multi-day in-person training institutes in various statewide locations
  • Full-day in-person ethics training for VR staff

Contact Information

Lacey Conzelman, Program Office, Disability Employment and Transitions Division
Email: Lacey.Conzelman@mt.gov
Phone: 406-655-7673

Funding Agencies

Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services

Principal Investigator

Kimberly Osmani, PhD (PI) and Wendy Quarles (Project Director)

Collaborating Partners

Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services, Vocational Rehabilitation and Blind Services