Housed within the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity, the 17-member Michigan Council for Rehabilitation Services reviews, analyzes, and advises Michigan's rehabilitation programs and services, and advises the department director and governor. This is in partnership with Michigan Rehabilitation Services (MRS) and the Bureau of Services for Blind Persons. Sixteen of the 17 members are appointed by the Governor and one appointment is made by the Superintendent of Public Instruction. The State Directors of MRS and BSBP serve as ex-officio, nonvoting members.
To improve public Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) services delivered by the Bureau of Services for Blind Persons (BSBP) and Michigan Rehabilitation Services (MRS).
BSBP and MRS will provide VR services in manners that are respectful, equitable and effective in achieving meaningful employment outcomes for people with disabilities.
The members of MCRS believe:
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Carol Bergquist, Chair |
Jonathan Bischoff |
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Kellie Blackwell |
Lisa Cook-Gordon |
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Todd Culver |
Trina Edmondson |
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Yasmina Bouraoui |
Kathryn Flagstadt, Vice Chair |
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Kelsey Hockaday |
Elham Jahshan |
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Shana Lewis |
Steve Locke |
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Vacant |
Karen Wang |
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Margi Williams |
Jessica Brady |
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William Ernzen |
Sigrid Adams, State Director for Michigan Rehabilitation Services
Dept. of Labor & Economic Opportunity
State of Michigan
Mike Pemble, Acting Director for Michigan Bureau of Services for Blind Persons
Dept. of Labor & Economic Opportunity
State of Michigan
Eric Bachmann, District Manager
Michigan Rehabilitation Services
Dept. of Labor & Economic Opportunity
State of Michigan
Lisa Kisiel, Field Services Division Director
Michigan Bureau of Services for Blind Persons
Dept. of Labor & Economic Opportunity
State of Michigan
Alicia Kirkey, Departmental Analyst
Employment & Training
Dept. of Labor & Economic Opportunity
State of Michigan
If you are interested in serving on MCRS, a board, or commission, please complete the electronic application. Full consideration for all applicants is considered when filling upcoming vacancies. You can apply on the Governor's Appointment Office website.
Michigan Council for Rehabilitation Services Contact Information
Phone: 517-335-2400
Email: MCRS@michigan.gov
