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The Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) is a state agency that assists Californians with disabilities to obtain and retain employment, and to maximize their ability to live independently.

Vocational rehabilitation teams work closely with job seekers to establish the best combination of services and resources necessary to prepare for, find, retain and advance in employment. DOR services are tailored to each individual’s strengths and challenges to ensure the greatest chance of success. Services offered include, but are not limited to:

  • Counseling and guidance
  • Job search and placement assistance (including referrals to WAIII)
  • Access to training, education, and academic credentials
  • Assistive technology services and devices
  • Purchase of interview clothing or work uniforms

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Need Help?

Watch the 22-minute video tutorial below, or contact the DOR counselor liaison for the campus you attend.

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DOR Office Hours

Interested in learning more? DOR's Amber Symens will be holding office hours at the CRC DSPS Office during the fall semester. Email amber.symens@dor.ca.gov for more information.

In-Person Office Hours

Location: Business and Science, BS 104

  • Thursday, Sept. 19, 2024 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
  • Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024 from 1:00 to 4:00 pm
  • Thursday, Nov. 14, 2024 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
  • Thursday, Dec. 12, 2024 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Drop-In Virtual Office Hours

Zoom meeting ID: 886 1449 6440
Zoom passcode: 980201

  • Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2024 from 2:00 to 5:00 pm
  • Wednesday, Oct 23, 2024 from 2:00 to 5:00 pm
  • Wednesday, Nov 20, 2024 from 2:00 to 5:00 pm
  • Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2024 from 2:00 to 5:00 pm

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DOR Counselor Liaisons

American River College

Jay Jasper, M.S.
DOR counselor liaison for American River College
DOR Northeast Branch: 7840 Madison Avenue, #160, Fair Oaks, CA 95628
Phone: (916) 545-0678
Email: jay.jasper@dor.ca.gov

Cosumnes River College

Amber Symens, M.A.
DOR counselor liaison for Cosumnes River College
DOR Laguna Creek Branch: 8701 Center Parkway, Suite 100, Sacramento, CA 95823
Phone: (916) 691-1764
Email: Amber.Symens@dor.ca.gov

Folsom Lake College

Angel Nguyen, M.S.
DOR counselor liaison for Folsom Lake College
DOR Northeast Branch: 7840 Madison Avenue, Suite 160, Fair Oaks, CA 95628
Phone: (916) 537-2658
Email: Angel.Nguyen@dor.ca.gov

Sacramento City College

Peter Han
DOR counselor liaison for Sacramento City College
DOR Capitol Mall Branch: 721 Capitol Mall Suite 110, Sacramento, CA 95814
Email: peter.han@dor.ca.gov
Phone: (916)-558-5321