In response to the recently updated Declaration of Order of Selection for FY 2020/2021, the following forms have been updated effective July 1, 2020 DR68 – Order of Selection Letter DR68D – OOS Wait List Annual Notice The revised versions are available on the DOR Intranet, Forms Management page, by using the forms search by Form Number …
DECLARATION OF ORDER OF SELECTION FOR VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION SERVICES
EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2020 Whereas, on August 18, 1995, the Department of Rehabilitation (Department) first declared that the Department was under Order of Selection for Vocational Rehabilitation Services and determined that no priority categories could then be served; and, Whereas, on June 21, 2019, as the Department’s Director, I declared that projected resources were not …
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DOR All-Staff Teams Live Event – Department Updates
Please join Director Joe Xavier as he shares more current information regarding Department updates. This call will be conducted using the Microsoft Teams Live Event platform. You have a few ways to join: If you can and would like the best experience, please join Microsoft Teams Live using the link from your computer: “Join Microsoft Teams …
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Cal Employee Connect and the Printing of Direct Deposit Advices (Paystubs)
In response to COVID-19, the State Controller’s Office (SCO) temporarily suspended the printing of direct deposit advices (paystubs) for the Department of Rehabilitation (DOR), beginning with June 2020 Master Pay. DOR will have electronic access to earnings and deduction information through Cal Employee Connect (CEC) at the beginning of June 2020 pay period. Employees may …
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Steps to Reduce Risk of COVID-19 in California State Facilities – Face Coverings and Masks
As California moves ahead with a phased re-opening and more people return to the workplace, there is an increased risk of spread of the virus that causes COVID-19. This guidance outlines the steps to be taken by individuals in California state facilities to create a safer environment for state employees, other workers, and members of …
Northern California Heat Event 6/22/20 – 6/26/20
A prolonged period of very hot temperatures is expected starting today, Monday, June 22, 2020 through Friday, June 26, 2020 with the Sacramento and San Joaquin Valleys and foothill highs expected to reach the mid 90s to triple digits. Overnight temperatures will only fall to the mid 60s to 70s, offering little relief. Marine influenced …
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Blow the Whistle on Government Fraud, Waste and Abuse – Annual Whistleblower Notification
The California Department of Rehabilitation has many avenues for resolving complaints including encouraging discussions with a supervisor, elevating to a supervisor’s manager and, depending upon the nature of the issue, making a complaint to the Office of Civil Rights. While we value an employee’s right to share their complaints within DOR, there is also another …
Blackboard LMS starts July 13, 2020
The Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) is pleased to announce that the Blackboard Learning Management System (LMS) will be available starting Monday, July 13, 2020. An introductory training to learn to use the new system will be offered to all staff the same week. The LMS will be the new home for all DOR training classes. …
Increased Usage of Face Coverings
The California Department of Public Health today released updated guidance that requires Californians to wear a face covering in high-risk settings. A growing body of scientific research has shown that people with no or few symptoms of COVID-19 can still spread the disease and that the use of face coverings, combined with physical distancing and frequent …
Forms Update – Modification/Removal of Social Security Number
In an effort to limit personal identifiable information on Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) forms and to be consistent with the DOR interim policy using email communication as an acceptable substitution for electronic signature for form approvals during California’s declared State of Emergency related to COVID-19, the following forms have been updated to modify or eliminate …
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