Episode 24 - Guest Magali De Jesús Cordero of AMSI and Shammi Carr, DRCVI Advocate, Discuss SSA Ticket to Work, SSDI, ADA, OVR, Job Accommodations

"Magali De Jesús Cordero of The AMSI Employment Network talks about the SSA "Ticket to Work Program" for people who are on Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). She outlines how you can work part-time and stay on SSDI or transition to self-sufficiency, if it's right for your situation.

DRCVI Advocate, Shammi Carr, explains how DRCVI assists job seekers who are disabled by helping them navigate their rights and responsibilities, accommodations made available through ADA laws, job skills readiness and how to access assistive technology with the help of The Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (VR).

Resources referenced in the episode:

• DRCVI Community Resource Employment Guide
• A Guide to Onet Online; La Guía de ONET Online-Español
• DRCVI Voc Rehab Quick Guide
• The Vocational Rehabilitation Program Fact Sheet
• The Vocational Rehabilitation Program VR Time Line
• To schedule an initial appointment with a Work Incentive Planning and Assistance (WIPA) Benefits Advisor in Puerto Rico (VI will be referenced), call the Beneficiary Hotline at 1-866-968-7842.

• 787-784-5329 ext. 3009 Magadali De Jesus
• DRCVI (340) 772-1200