Deandra Howard

IPS SE Project Trainer

IPS Supported Employment Project

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Email: deandra.howard@uky.edu

Responsibilities: Provide Training and TA to sites, VR Counselors and mental health staff implementing IPS. Provide project over site.

Experiences: Have worked with people with and on behalf of people with disabilities for over 30 years. Worked as an employment specialist, VR Supported Employment Consultant, Trainer and Project Director.

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