Caseload caps limit service expansion despite demand
Definition
Regulatory caseload limits (typically 80-120 active cases per counselor) prevent VR agencies from serving all eligible individuals, forcing closure of VR services to new applicants during high-demand periods. Meanwhile, 10.7 million individuals with disabilities remain unserved. Caseload caps were designed for in-person service delivery and do not account for potential efficiency gains from remote services or technology-assisted case management. VR counselors report being unable to serve eligible clients due to caseload restrictions, creating service gaps and frustration.
Key Findings
- Financial Impact: $200,000-$500,000
- Frequency: ongoing
Why This Matters
Case management technology to support higher caseloads, tiered service delivery model consulting, workforce augmentation (peer specialists, job developers), regulatory advocacy for caseload flexibility, hybrid in-person/remote delivery models
Affected Stakeholders
Owner/Rehabilitation Counselor
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Methodology & Sources
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Related Business Risks
Chronic staff turnover destabilizes service delivery
Outdated technology and manual administrative processes
Administrative burden diverts counselors from client service
Severe shortage of service providers in rural regions
State funding cuts threaten program sustainability
Rigid regulations prevent service scaling and innovation
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