Description.
| The participant has a developmental disability that meets all of the following: · Is diagnosed by a qualified health professional. See 17.45 (Qualified Professionals).· Prevents working 20 hours or more per week.
A developmental disability means an impairment of general intellectual functioning that was present before the person’s 22nd birthday.
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Documentation Required.
| The diagnosis must be by one of the following: · Licensed psychologist· Certified school psychologist · Certified psychometrist (a specialist in administering and scoring tests to assess neuropsychological functioning working under the supervision of licensed psychologist).
The documentation should include a statement about whether the person is able to get or keep employment for more than 20 hours a week in unsubsidized employment.
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How Often to Review Documentation.
| Request updated verification at least annually, but sooner if the medical opinion indicates a shorter time frame.
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Additional Requirements.
| If the participant speaks no English or only limited English: · Consider other categories of extension first.· Ensure that the determination must be made by a qualified professional with experience conducting culturally appropriate assessments, whenever possible.· Accept reports that identify an IQ range or a specific score.· Ensure that the reports include a statement of confidence in the results.· Require the qualified professional to use a qualified interpreter, not a family member. |
When the Extension Ends.
| A developmental disability is a permanent condition. The extension, however, could end if both of the following are true: · A qualified professional determines that the participant is able to get and sustain at least 20 hours a week of unsubsidized employment.· The participant does not qualify for another extension category.
Notify the eligibility worker.
If participants in this category continue to be unable to secure or sustain employment, consider a referral to Supplemental Security Income, the federal income support program for people with disabilities.
The Minnesota Department of Human Services contracts with organizations that help people apply for federal disability benefits. There is no charge for the services. More information is available at Social Security Advocacy Directory.
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For More Information Related to This Category.
| See 17.18 (Developmental Disability). |
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