� MRA AWARDS �
NOMINATIONS WANTED!
It's not too early to start thinking about MRA awards. A variety of awards are available each year for nomination. Awards will be presented at the Fall MRA conference, October 9, 2008. We hope to have a number of nominations in each category.
Nomination letters describing how the nominee meets the award criteria should be sent to:
Kendra Grunig
12 Civic Center Plaza
Suite 1600 C
Mankato, MN 56001
Fax: (507) 389-2708
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Mary Carlson Award
Presented to a person with a disability who has been successfully employed for a period in excess of one year. Particular attention will be paid to individuals whose accomplishments serve as examples of determination and application of special skills to overcome a vocational impediment. Stability of work, severity of disability and uniqueness of the placement will be factors used in judging.
Meritorious Service Award
Presented to individuals who have demonstrated faithful service to the association through their contributions to their profession as well as to the community. This is an MRA internal award. Consideration will be given both to quantitative and qualitative aspects of the leadership and service provided.
Minnesota Citation
This award is presented to a public sector individual or organization of State prominence who/which has made significant contributions toward enrichment of the lives of people with disabilities. The award may apply to professionals delivering service, volunteers, or any other individual who has championed the cause of people with disabilities.
The President's Award
Given to an individual or organization in the private sector who/which has demonstrated outstanding achievement on behalf of people with disabilities. The recipient of this award must have been involved in activity over the preceding years, which has resulted in major and significant contributions to the rehabilitation of persons with disabilities on a statewide basis.
The Hubert H. Humphrey Distinguished Service Award
This award is presented to an outstanding political figure who has demonstrated leadership in improving the service system for people with disabilities in the State of Minnesota. Consideration will be given to persons with long-standing commitment to rehabilitation. Special attention will be given to individuals who have dealt creatively with problems in the tradition of Hubert H. Humphrey.
MRA AWARD NOMINATIONS NEED TO BE SUBMITTED TO KENDRA BY SEPTEMBER 22, 2008.
MRA DIVISION AWARDS
(For more information or nomination forms please contact the representative listed.
Please also note that each division has their own awards committee and deadlines.)
MINNESOTA ASSOCIATION OF REHABILITATION SUPPORT STAFF (MARSS)
Pat Bienfanag
Rehabilitation Services
Suite E200.
332 Minnesota Street
St Paul, MN 55101
Phone: (651) 297-8272
Fax: (651) 297-5159
E-Mail: Pat.Bienfang@state.mn.us
Service to MARSS
Presented yearly to a MARSS member who has far exceeded standard performance in their work for MARSS and the Rehabilitation field.
Support Staff Person of the Year
Presented to any support person, who has exhibited a dedication to the field of rehabilitation through outstanding performance on the job and/or related outside activities.
MARSS Courtesy Award
Presented to a person who has shown support for MARSS or contributed to rehabilitation in general.
REHABILITATION COUNSELING ASSOCIATION OF MINNESOTA (RCAM)
Glen Peterson
MN State University--Mankato
103 Armstrong Hall
Mankato, MN 56001
Phone (507) 389-5184
E-Mail
Rehabilitation Counselor of the Year
Presented to a rehabilitation counselor for doing exceptional work in the field of vocational rehabilitation
JOB PLACEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT (JPD) – Dues September 12, 2008
Justina Cloutier
jcloutier@opportunities.org
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Justina Cloutier
Opportunity Partners
5500 Opportunity Court
Minnetonka, MN 55343.
JPD Placement Person of the Year and Non JPD Placement Person of the Year
Presented to individuals who demonstrate outstanding leadership and abilities in the areas of job placement, job development and follow up. They have exemplary achievements placing persons with disabilities. For member category, also demonstrates active participation in JPD.