Section 572.30  Purpose of the IPE

a)         The IPE is a non-binding agreement between the customer and DHS-DRS that outlines the nature and scope of vocational rehabilitation services to be provided to the customer to meet the established objectives that are related to the customer's employment outcome.

b)         The IPE identifies the program of services that will assist the individual to achieve an employment outcome consistent with the customer's unique strengths, resources, priorities, concerns, abilities, capabilities, career interests, and informed choices.

c)         The IPE will provide the customer with substantial services as defined in 89 Ill. Adm. Code 521.

(Source:  Amended at 35 Ill. Reg. 19533, effective November 18, 2011)