About DRS
The West Virginia Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) is a state agency that serves West Virginians with disabilities. The mission of DRS is to enable and empower individuals with disabilities to work and to live independently.
DRS operates two major programs. The vocational rehabilitation program helps people with disabilities get or keep a job. For those who are unable to work, Disability Determination Services (DDS) determines eligibility for Social Security disability benefits or Supplemental Security Income.
Vocational Rehabilitation Services
The vocational rehabilitation program helps eligible individuals improve their ability to succeed in employment. DRS has specially trained rehabilitation counselors who assist clients with evaluating their skills and interests to obtain vocational success. Rehabilitation counselors work one-on-one with clients to develop a plan for employment that is based on their interests, needs and abilities. DRS has 31 field office locations throughout West Virginia.
Disability Determination Services
Disability Determination Services processes Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) applications for the Social Security Administration. Case services for West Virginia are managed at offices in Charleston and Clarksburg.
