Purpose/Function
The Michigan Rehabilitation Service is a
cooperative program between the Macomb
Intermediate School District and Michigan
Rehabilitation Service to assist impaired
high school students prepare for and find
employment.
The program provides service to special
education students in the 21 districts of
Macomb County and students enrolled in Lutz
School for Work Experience and Neil Reid
School. Students are initially evaluated
through their local school district.
Services include
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Vocational counseling
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Career planning
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Driver's training
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Job seeking skill
development
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Training after high school
completion
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Remedial training
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Additional medical and
diagnostic testing
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Job placement assistance
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Specialized equipment or
aids to support students' needs
After eligibility is determined, a
rehabilitation counselor interviews the
student and assists the student in
developing a plan to help them obtain a
vocational program.
The counselor coordinates, provides
and/or purchases services necessary to
support the student in obtaining employment.
For example: medical services, physical
aids, job training, transportation and
maintenance fees, tools and equipment,
interpreter services, reader services,
employment assistance, etc.
The Macomb County Office is located at
43630 Hayes
Suite #120
Clinton Township, MI 48038
Phone: 586. 412.1510
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