ANNOUNCEMENTS
Celebrating the 80th Anniversary of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)
Today marks the beginning of a very special observance — the 80th anniversary of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM).
This year’s theme, “Advancing Access and Equity: Then, Now, and Next,” honors eight decades of progress in promoting inclusive workplaces while reminding us of the continued work toward accessibility, opportunity, and equity for all.
To help guide our month-long celebration and engagement, we’ve attached the NDEAM 2025 Calendar of Events. This calendar features a variety of activities, educational opportunities, and moments for reflection — all designed to inspire participation, learning, and advocacy throughout the month.
We encourage everyone to join in these events as we celebrate the achievements of individuals with disabilities and reaffirm our shared commitment to building a more inclusive and equitable workplace.
Thank you for your continued dedication and support. Together, let’s make this 80th NDEAM a meaningful and memorable milestone!
(08/08/2025) Media Release for Office Closure on 8/18/2025
The Department of Integrated Services for Individuals with Disabilities (DISID) will be closed on Friday, August 15, 2025, for DISID’s Annual Conference. Phone inquiries will be directed to DISID’s voice messaging system and calls promptly returned when operations resume on Monday, August 18, 2025. Existing clients may contact their social workers or vocational rehabilitation counselors in advance for services needed.
Contact DISID at (671) 475-4624 for further inquiries. Thank you.
Proposed Amendment to the Vocational Rehabilitation Administrator (VRA) Class Specification and Creation of an Assistant VRA Position (7/11/2025)
The Department of Integrated Services for Individuals with Disabilities (DISID) is accepting public comment on the proposed amendment to the Vocational Rehabilitation Administrator class specification and the creation of a new Assistant VRA position.
For any questions or comments, please contact Rita Sotomayor at (671) 475‑4624 or Rita.Sotomayor@disid.guam.gov
Request to Amend Vocational Rehabilitation Administrator position
Request to Create Assistant Vocational Rehabilitation Administrator position
DISID's 2ND ANNUAL TARGETED ASSESSMENT SURVEY (CLOSED)
The Division of Support Services (DISID-DSS) is conducting its 2nd Annual Targeted Assessment Survey from July 7 – August 7, 2025. This quick, anonymous questionnaire invites people with disabilities, their families, caregivers, and community partners to share what services and supports matter most. Your input will directly guide program funding and island-wide planning for 2026.
Review the attached flyer for full details, then click the button in the flyer (or scan the QR code) to take the survey and make your voice count.
Guam Statewide Independent Living Council Second Public Meeting Notice (3/27/25) 4:00 PM GMT+10
Guam Statewide Independent Living Council First Public Meeting Notice (3/27/25) 4:00 PM GMT+10
National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) Calendar (October 2024)
State Rehabilitation Council Quarterly Meeting Notice (8/02/24) 2:00 PM GMT+10
State Rehabilitation Council Special Meeting Notice (7/05/24) 2:00 PM GMT+10
PUBLIC NOTICE: Request for Proposal for Professional Services (6/20/24)
PUBLIC NOTICE for RFPs 01-2025,02-2025, 03-2025
For more information, please visit www.disid.guam.gov/rfp.
Guam Statewide Independent Living Council Second Public Meeting Notice (6/13/24) 3:00 PM GMT+10
Guam Statewide Independent Living Council First Public Meeting Notice (6/13/24) 3:00 PM GMT+10
Guam Statewide Independent Living Council Public Meeting Notice (5/23/24) 4:00 PM GMT+10
Director's office Telephone and Internet Services Down (02/22/2024)
DVR Temporary Closure Due to A/C Issues (01/22/2024)
State Rehabilitation Council (SRC) Quarterly Meeting (01/26/2023)
State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL) (09/15/2023)
DISID Director's Office and Division of Support Services Telephone Services Temporarily Down (04/26/2023)
NOTICE OF INTENT: Above Step Recruitment (06/03/2022)
DISID MEMORANDUM: Selective Factor for Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor I Notice (06/02/2022)
DISID TO CLOSE TEMPORARILY DUE TO COVID-19 EXPOSURE: Expected to resume operations on 01/31/2022
DISID OFFICE RELOCATION (01/13/2022)
VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION ADMINISTRATOR Amended 6/18/2021
NATURE OF WORK IN THIS CLASS
Administers island-wide vocational rehabilitation programs for individuals with disabilities.
ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK (These examples do not list all the duties which may be assigned; any one position may not include all the duties listed.)
Manages the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR); plans, organizes, directs staffs, and controls DVR so as to achieve established goals and objectives.
Serves as a non-voting member of the Rehabilitation Advisory Council (RAC); attends RAC meetings; acts on requests from the Council to remedy or address problems affecting the delivery of rehabilitation programs and services; keeps RAC informed of the needs of DVR.
Develops, coordinates, and implements agreements with federal and local operators of community’ rehabilitation programs for the delivery of rehabilitation services to individuals with disabilities.
Develops and provides outreach programs to identify and serve persons with disabilities who are minorities or who have been unserved or underserved by the vocational rehabilitation system.
Develops and provides services designed to promote supported employment, independent living and community participation.
Prepares state and strategic plans for expanding and improving vocational rehabilitation services for persons with disabilities.
Performs related duties as required.
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS
Knowledge of the principles and practices of effective supervision and management.
Knowledge of the laws and regulations pertinent to the rehabilitation of persons with disabilities, including the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Rehabilitation Act, as amended.
Knowledge of vocational rehabilitation programs and services. Knowledge of available community resources.
Knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of vocational counseling, evaluation, and training.
Knowledge of emotional and psychological problems of persons with physical or mental disabilities.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others and to establish community support and awareness for vocational rehabilitation goals and objectives.
Ability to interpret and apply pertinent laws, rules, regulations and other program guidelines and to make sound management decisions.
Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to provide guidance and direction.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
Graduation from a recognized college or university with a Master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling including the completion of required internship, or a closely related field, and at least three (3) years of experience in vocational rehabilitation service or related service dealing with persons with disabilities of which two years shall be supervisory work; or
Any equivalent combination of experience and training beyond the Master’s degree, which provides the minimum knowledge, abilities and skills; or
Possession of a Bachelor’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, or Special Education, or Social (Social Work) or Behavioral Science (Psychology) or related field; Three (3) years experience in administering health or human services work such as applying theories, principles, laws and practices of health or human services programs or related services that assist with and improve life for individuals with disabilities; Two (2) years experience in administering and interpreting vocational rehabilitation laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures.