Department of Rehabilitation

The Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) administers the largest Vocational Rehabilitation Program in the country. With more than 85 locations throughout California, the DOR provides services to increase the quality and quantity of employment outcomes for people with a full range of physical and psychiatric disabilities. Services are tailored to each person individually to ensure a greater chance for success. A vocational rehabilitation team works closely with each job seeker to establish the best combination of services and resources necessary to prepare for, find, and retain employment. Not all available services are needed by all consumers. DOR’s services include, but are not limited to:

Counseling and guidance
Referrals and assistance to get services from other agencies
Job search and placement assistance
Vocational and other training services
Evaluation of physical and mental impairments
On-the-job or personal assistance services
Interpreter services
Rehabilitation and orientation/mobility services for individuals who are deaf/hard of hearing and/or blind/low vision
Occupational licenses, tools, equipment, initial stocks, and supplies
Technical assistance for self-employment
Rehabilitation assistive technology services and devices
Supported employment services