Prior Level of Job Performance:  Interviewing prior, current, or potential employers in order to obtain a detailed review of the client’s prior work history and the critical demands of the job task.  When the goal is to return to a previous employer, an interview focuses on the return to work process, job task analysis, and potential accommodations (e.g.: job modification).  (average client requires 5 hours)

Vocational Exploration:  When the client is unable to identify a specific vocational goal, local labor market research will help to determine whether or not employment in a particular job is available in a desired area.  In addition, informational interviews can be facilitated to assist in gathering detailed job duty information so that a client can make an informed decision regarding the demands of a particular position.  (average client requires 12 hours)

Trial Work Experience Supervision:  For clients whose ability to benefit from vocational neurorehabilitation services is in question, a Work Trial Experience is often recommended in an effort to determine their ability to sustain gainful employment.  This typically takes place in either a volunteer situation or a special supported work environment.  (average client requires 5 hours each month) [various disciplines]

Preparation for Employment:  Assisting the client with resume development and interview skills, particularly related to difficult questions (e.g., gap(s) in employment, disclosure of disability status) as part of the process.  (average client requires 6 hours)

Job Development and Placement:  Working with the client in the process of seeking and obtaining gainful employment.  This process may involve providing the client with potential job leads, which are acquired by examining posted help wanted ads, employing Internet job placement services, or attending job fairs.  Depending on the client's needs, the vocational consultant may advocate to potential employers on behalf of the client and accompanying clients on job interviews.  (average client requires 20 hours)

Job Coaching:  Assisting clients with their transition to employment by the development of compensatory strategies specific to their job duties (e.g., a checklist), and encouraging the development of natural supports through educating supervisors and coworkers about brain injury in general, as well as the client’s specific brain injury related deficits and techniques for compensating for these difficulties.  (20 - 60 hours, depending on level of impairment) [various disciplines]