Who must sign the Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE)?

The Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE) is a crucial document in vocational rehabilitation services, designed to outline the customer's employment goals and the services needed to achieve them. The inclusion of both the customer and the counselor's signatures on the IPE signifies mutual agreement and commitment to the outlined plan.

The customer's signature indicates their active participation in the goal-setting process and ensures that they have a say in their own career development. Meanwhile, the counselor's signature reflects their professional guidance and approval of the proposed plan, confirming that the identified goals and services are appropriate to assist the customer in overcoming barriers and achieving successful employment outcomes.

This collaborative approach is essential in rehabilitation services, as it fosters a partnership between the customer and the counselor, emphasizing the importance of the customer's input and engagement in their own vocational journey.