Holiday Policy Parade
Frosty the Snowman needs help finding a job before he melts. What’s the first step in the VR process?"
What is Intake?
Scrooge, a VRC, accepts a $200 airplane ticket to the North Pole from a participant.
What is Naughty? (creates a conflict of interest)
Santa wants to ensure his workshop is inclusive. What federal law requires reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities?
What is the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)?
Sharing Santa's success story on social media without his permission.
What is Naughty? (violates confidentiality)
An elf is struggling to keep up with toy production due to a disability. What VR service might help them stay employed?
What is job coaching?
Rudolph, a VRC, excuses himself from a case where he has a personal relationship with the participant.
What is Nice? (Avoiding dual relationships is ethical.)
Rudolph is applying for VR services. What document must he sign before his information can be shared with the reindeer team?
What is a release of information or informed consent?
VRC gives The Grinch, a participant, a holiday gift to cheer him up.
What is Naughty? (dual relationships or conflicts of interest)
The Grinch wants to appeal a VR decision. What policy ensures he has the right to do so?
What is due process or the client appeals process?
Frosty hires his cousin, Snowball, as a VR vendor without going through the proper process.
What is Naughty? (conflict of interest or favoritism)