PaRC 2008 Goals

Monitor activity on the Workforce Investment Act and other disability related legislation on the state and federal level. The PaRC will continue to advocate as needed on behalf of job seekers and other persons with disabilities
In partnership with OVR monitor the accessibility of services under the Workforce Investment Act and take action to correct any areas of concern to ensure accessibility to all Pennsylvanians at CareerLink sites
Improve communication with OVR, the OVR Board, the State and Local Workforce Investment Boards, the Citizen Advisory Committees, the stakeholder groups, and other state advisory bodies to collaborate on issues related to vocational rehabilitation
The PaRC Customer Satisfaction committee will partner with OVR and stakeholder groups to survey customer satisfaction
Review fiscal and statistical reports from OVR relative to customer service delivery and placements to ensure maximum benefit for the vocational rehabilitation consumer in Pennsylvania
Publicize, make recommendations and provide input in the development of OVR's goals and priorities in the state plan attachment
Develop and distribute the PaRC Annual Report to the Governor, Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA) and other interested parties
Increase public awareness in Pennsylvania about OVR services and the Council's mission and responsibilities through outreach activities such as presentations and the PaRC website