Strategies for reducing the need for Temporary Assistance. District’s strategies for reducing the need for Temporary Assistance are described below: Intake employment staff offer diversion services, such as assistance with applying for subsidized childcare . Those with a documented promise of employment are also offered diversion services. All applicants are required to participate in job search for the duration of the application phase, which may include participation in a job search/assessment workshop for all or part of the application phase. Non-exempt FA individuals employed less than full-time are also required to conduct a job search to secure full-time employment.
Strategies for reducing the need for Temporary Assistance. District’s strategies for reducing the need for Temporary Assistance are described below: Diversion services are intended to provide short-term assistance to enable an applicant to avoid having to become a recipient of ongoing Temporary Assistance. With the objective of promoting independence and self-sufficiency, the district explores, with persons seeking Temporary Assistance, available alternatives, mostly by looking at the person’s access to available programs and community resources. The district also provides, in accordance with applicable law and regulations, emergency assistance, including “one-shot deals,” to meet a nonrecurring need that may make ongoing Temporary Assistance unnecessary. For example, the district may issue grants to pay rental or utility arrears. The district will continue to look to the development of other diversion strategies and services designed to xxxxxx and promote the independence and self-sufficiency of individuals and families. Section 4 Support Services (Reference 18 NYCRR 385.4)
Section 4.1 TA and Non-TA SNAP Applicants and Recipients in Work Activities Approved by the District
a. The social services district will provide childcare in accordance with the childcare section of the district’s Child and Family County Services Plan. The district will also provide for participants the following expenses which the district deems necessary for the individual to participate in orientation, assessment, employment planning, approved work activities and activities to restore self-sufficiency: Participants in approved work activities will receive an allowance for the cost of necessary public transportation. The district will not provide transportation if it is otherwise available from an alternative source. Provision is made for clothing for those participants in job search activities under certain circumstances, such as homelessness, a recent fire in the client’s apartment, or for persons who are residing in a shelter and lack appropriate clothing. WEP agencies, pending the WEP replacement program, and/or contractors are responsible for providing necessary safety equipment or job-related clothing for all participants. Training or education-related licensing and uniform or durable goods fees will be provided for, within approved limits. In addition, the district may provide other supportive services, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations and subject to available funding, that it deems appropriate and necessary to en...
Strategies for reducing the need for Temporary Assistance. District’s strategies for reducing the need for Temporary Assistance are described below: OCDSS has an up-front Applicant Orientation for all individuals applying for Public Assistance. Staff from the Employment and Training conduct this orientation. Orientations are conducted in groups and include the following information offering alternatives to assistance: • Information regarding the temporary nature of public assistance with emphasis on time limits • Alternatives to Temporary Assistance • Information on childcare in lieu of TA • Information on one-time payments • Available tax credits and Child care assistance • Job search/placement assistance Non-exempt Family Assistance and Safety Net applicants determined “work ready” after Employment Assessment are placed on a job search and assigned to job readiness training workshops in an attempt to assist applicants to secure employment prior to case opening. Failure to participate in this results in a case denial. Applicants are required to contact a minimum of five (5) employers per week. They are required to document these contacts on a job search contact record. We anticipate that each contact will be one-hour long. Therefore, we expect clients to spend a minimum of five (5) hours per week on job search. The type of contacts are based on the applicant’s individual needs and may include contacts made in person at a business/employer, on-line application, application/resume by mail, or telephone. A business/employer contact will not count more than once every three (3) months, unless deemed necessary by the employer. The Employment and Training unit staff will meet with applicants on a bi- weekly basis to review these contacts. Non-exempt applicants who are not determined work ready are assigned to appropriate work shop(s) and/or referred to other services to address identified needs. Employment staff will continue to monitor services and work with the applicant to address the work readiness issue. Those applicants who fail to participate in assigned workshops/services would go throughthe conciliation process. Once the individual is determined “work ready”, s/he is assigned to job search. Every applicant for temporary assistance is screened at intake to determine if external resources are available to meet their needs.
Strategies for reducing the need for Temporary Assistance. District’s strategies for reducing the need for Temporary Assistance are described below: Broome County connects clients to job search activities and employment opportunities within a week of their application. Broome County emphasizes the importance of employment and the benefits that are associated with employment (transitional childcare, EITC, SNAP benefits, etc.). With very few exceptions, job search is mandated for employable applicants and recipients. BCDSS staff participates in ESPRI anti-poverty initiatives. One time payments for goods or services needed to keep or accept employment are issued.
Strategies for reducing the need for Temporary Assistance. District’s strategies for reducing the need for Temporary Assistance are described below: We provide applicants with specific items (i.e. car insurance payments, car repairs, security guarantee or other help with shelter costs, etc.) to enable them to remain self-sufficient, and not to have to follow through with their public assistance application. These payments are made when our agency has documentation of employment or verification of anticipated employment when a need is verified. We also utilize the NYS Jobs Program for diversion. We also provide information about other emergency assistance and the child care program. Section 4 Support Services (Reference 18 NYCRR 385.4)
Section 4.1 TA and Non-TA SNAP Applicants and Recipients in Work Activities Approved by the District
a. The social services district will provide childcare in accordance with the childcare section of the district’s Child and Family County Services Plan. The district will also provide for participants the following expenses which the district deems necessary for the individual to participate in orientation, assessment, employment planning, approved work activities and activities to restore self-sufficiency: - Tools, safety equipment (including work boots) and supplies for which requirement is verified may be authorized a one-time-only payments. - Uniforms or general clothing allowance may be authorized in an amount not to exceed $150. - Psychological assessment specific to employer planning and individual or group counseling not otherwise payable under Medicaid, may be authorized if determined to be essential to obtaining of retaining employment.The provider of such psychological assessment and/or counseling must be licensed or certified in his/her profession. The costs of such services may not exceed customary fees. - Child care for applicants and recipients in orientation, assessment, and/or work activities and for former recipients who are making the transition from Temporary Assistance is detailed in the child care section of the district's comprehensive services plan. - The district also has "clothes closets" available for referrals, and transportation as described in subsection b. - Information is disseminated to clients regarding "Family Table Food Ministries", a not- for-profit entity that provides food staples at a discounted price.
b. The district will use the following approach to assist those participants who need transportation to and from an approved work activity si...
Strategies for reducing the need for Temporary Assistance. District’s strategies for reducing the need for Temporary Assistance are described below: Diversion services include payment for work related clothing, licensing fees and required safety equipment.
Strategies for reducing the need for Temporary Assistance. District’s strategies for reducing the need for Temporary Assistance are described below: Employment worker and/or eligibility examiners educate all TA applicants of the employment requirements, TA eligibility,resource standards, and potential resources available to the individual. Other diversion options are to apply for SNAP, Medical Assistance, Unemployment Insurance, Child Care Subsidy, child support and one time (emergency) cash assistance for such things as rent arrears, heating fuel, car insurance and car repairs to avoid ongoing assistance. Individuals can enroll and complete an active job search, and participate in job search workshops when available. Available funding may be used to assist with transportation if employment is secured.
Strategies for reducing the need for Temporary Assistance. District’s strategies for reducing the need for Temporary Assistance are described below: For each individual, the development and utilization of an employment plan which is tailored to the individual and outlines barriers to and goals for financial stability. Also, the Self Sufficiency Review program requires temporarily unemployable individuals to follow up with health and treatment plans in order to become employable. Section 4 Support Services (Reference 18 NYCRR 385.4)
Strategies for reducing the need for Temporary Assistance. District’s strategies for reducing the need for Temporary Assistance are described below: MCDSS espouses a WorkFirst philosphy, from initial contact through eligibility the benefits of work are discussed. During this process Supportive Services such as: Background checks Assistance with legal issues through the Judicial Process Commission, Bonding for convicted felons through DOL, Financial literacy information EITC Outreach VITA referrals Assistance with child support Direct job matching through our career center and employment contracts Access to computers and internet daily in our onsite Career Center Basic computer training daily in our onsite Career Center Immediate referrals and access to Interview attire through MOU with the Volunteers of America Working Wardrobe Referrals to WIC Employers interviewing on site Resumes typed and copied are reviewed and issued as appropriate. MCDSS offers one time only assistance payments for: rent, energy, transportation, car insurance or repairs, tools, etc. to avoid ongoing assistance.
Strategies for reducing the need for Temporary Assistance. District’s strategies for reducing the need for Temporary Assistance are described below: Diversion services are intended to provide short-term assistance to enable an applicant to avoid having to become a recipient of ongoing Temporary Assistance. With the objective of promoting independence and self-sufficiency, the district explores, with persons seeking Temporary Assistance, available alternatives, mostly by looking at the person’s access to available programs and community resources. The district also provides, in accordance with applicable law and regulations, emergency assistance, including “one-shot deals,” to meet a nonrecurring need that may make ongoing Temporary Assistance unnecessary. For example, the district may issue grants to pay rental or utility arrears. The district will continue to look to the development of other diversion strategies and services designed to xxxxxx and promote the independence and self-sufficiency of individuals and families.
