Referral Steps

Referral Received

Referrals are submitted at www.ucpagencywithchoice.org by clicking the “Make a Referral” button below.

Intake Scheduled

Intake Coordinator contacts the Managing Employer (ME) listed on the referral to schedule an intake meeting. The SC is invited and encouraged to attend.  

Intake Completed

Intake Coordinator reviews the AWC model of service, paperwork, answers any questions, and communicates required ME trainings. ME completes trainings at the same time as steps 4 and 5 below. 

SSP Begins Onboarding Process

Hiring Coordinator follows onboarding process.

Individual Support Plan (ISP) Update & Service Authorization

Intake Coordinator emails ID Service Authorization Request to Supports Coordinator. The ISP is updated, and service(s) are approved. 

Intake Finalized

ME determines SSP(s) pay rate(s) based on the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) approved wage range per service authorized. The Intake Coordinator provides the ME the name of their AWC primary contact.