OAR 582-072-0070: General requirements for customized employment for participants who receive supported employment or supported self-employment services

(1) Customized employment shall be competitive integrated employment that is: (a) Based on an individualized and documented determination of the unique strengths, needs, and interests of the participant; and (b) Intended to meet the specific documented abilities of the participant and the business needs of the employer; and (c) Meets the number of hours per week and the type of work in the individualized plan for employment (IPE); and (d) Uses strategies like those listed in the definition (34 CFR§361.5(c)(11)). (2) When the customized employment does not match any current work being done in the place of employment, the Program shall document that: (a) The employer helped the participant develop their scope of work (job description) and supports development of natural supports at the worksite; and (b) There is evidence that the employment will continue beyond closure of the record of service.