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and barriers, identification of training needs and recommendations for training and employment. Referrals Once an assessment is completed, referrals may be made to: • A Division social worker for additional assessments and social service referrals and/or social work case management services. • A provider of domestic violence counseling/services to assess the need for immediate intervention or to delay the implementation of work requirements/child support obligations. • A professionally qualified person in the field of psychiatric mental health. A person professionally qualified means: o A psychiatrist licensed to practice medicine in the State of Nevada and certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. o A psychologist licensed to practice in this state. o A social worker that holds a master’s degree in social work, is licensed by the State as a clinical social worker and is employed by the Division of Mental Health and Developmental Services. o A registered nurse that is licensed to practice professional nursing in this state, holds a master’s degree in the field of psychiatric nursing, and is employed by the Division of Mental Health and Developmental Services. o A marriage and family therapist licensed pursuant to NRS 641A (Marriage and Family Therapists). • Tribal or Indian Health Services • A qualified professional skilled in assessing persons with disabilities to advise on the impact of a person’s disability on satisfying program requirements, and to develop customized solutions for overcoming barriers to full participation in the program. • A qualified professional skilled in assessing persons with limited English proficiency, and to develop customized training solutions for overcoming barriers to full participation in the program. 3.2 Family Violence Option (FVO) Identifying Victims of Domestic Violence Nevada selected the Family Violence Options (FVO) effective January 1, 1998. A case manager, employment and training worker, or social worker identifies potential victims of domestic violence when a victim self-discloses, or domestic violence is determined through the assessment process. Addressing and Referral for Domestic Violence Services When an eligibility or employment case manager identifies domestic violence, the person is automatically referred to a Division social worker for further assessment. Social workers determine if the domestic violence issue is a barrier to employment