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: Xxxxxx County connects clients to job search activities and employment opportunities within a week of their application. Xxxxxx 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: 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
Strategies for reducing the need for Temporary Assistance. District’s strategies for reducing the need for Temporary Assistance are described below: Diversion payments may be made on a one-time basis to assist an individual to obtain or retain employment rather than opening an on-going Temporary Assisance case. All applications for diversion services will be interviewed and processed by the Eligibility Team. A request must be initiated by the individual indicating what services are needed. The eligibility worker investigates the availability of resources in the household (checking, savings, etc.) or if any outside resources are available (funding from another agency, family that can lend a hand, etc.). If any resources are available, the client will be responsible to access those resources first. If resources are available and the application is denied, a notice (LDSS 4002) "Action Taken on Your Request for Assistance to Meet an Immediate Need or a Special Allowance" is sent. If there are no available resources to meet the need, the client is advised to obtain documentation which may include estimates. When all required information is received, the worker evaluates the most cost effective means that will meet the client's needs. If a diversion payment is being made, the client may be required to write out a plan on how they will pay for future needs. The client is informed of the decision using client notice LDSS 4002. SN and FA non-exempt applicants are referred on a first come first served basis and until the orientation is full to the OTDA Jobs Program for Supervised Job Search upon submission of their application. The goal is to divert the applicant from the use of Temporary Assistance funds and reconnect individuals to the workforce. The Jobs Program staff works closely with the HHS staff to coordinate any diversion or supportive service funds that may be needed to get the applicant employed and to keep them employed. The Jobs staff provides a weekly Jobs Program orientation for one hour. At that time, each applicant is assigned to complete 10 job search contacts. Each applicant is scheduled for a weekly one on one session to review their job search contacts. After the first week, applicants are assigned to complete 5 new and 5 follow-up job search contacts each week. The Jobs staff continues to meet with each applicant until their case is determined and makes a follow up contact every 90 days and 180 days. 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: 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.
Strategies for reducing the need for Temporary Assistance. District’s strategies for reducing the need for Temporary Assistance are described below: Niagara County provides supportive services to divert applicants from needing Temporary Assistance. These supportive services are provided on a case-by-case basis and are only approved for individuals who are either already employed or have a promise of employment. Verification of employment (current pay stub) or a statement on the company's letterhead indicating a promise of employment (with an expected start date) is required in order for the individual to be considered for these services. The OTDA JOBS Program staff person is available to provide job search/job placement services to applicants in an effort to divert applicants from needing Temporary Assistance 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: The Department provides local employment resources during orientation. Additionally, all non-exempt individuals are required to attend a five-day job search workshop. This workshop is held at the Cortland Works Career One Stop Center where individuals are exposed to all local employment opportunities. Applicants that are working or obtain employment can receive assistance for transportation with gas cards or bus passes if needed. The agency also provides additional assistance for any work related costs such as licenses, uniforms and tools. The Department is applying the child care in lieu of temporary assistance guarantee rules to applicants, and is providing applicants with information regarding this option.
Strategies for reducing the need for Temporary Assistance. District’s strategies for reducing the need for Temporary Assistance are described below: LDSS provides one-time ssistance in a 12 month period as a front door activity in order for an applicant to obtain or maintain employment (e.g. car insurance, license fees). All employable applicants are registered with JOBS and must conduct a supervised job search and accept any appropriate job lead. JOBS staff also refers applicants to a case worker when it is determined there is a presence of a non- recurring need that if met, would help the applicant obtain or maintain emplyment.
Strategies for reducing the need for Temporary Assistance. District’s strategies for reducing the need for Temporary Assistance are described below: Herkimer Co. Dept. of Social Services utilizes diversion strategies to facilitate and promote an individual’s ability to obtain employment, retain employment and eliminate their need for Temporary Assistance. Strategies include: mandatory participation in a 4 week Employment Readiness Program for SN applicants and two parent cases who are able to work, referrals to Temp Employment Agencies and an in-house NYS Jobs representative; direct referrals to job openings and referrals to the One Stop Career Center. Day care applications for individuals requiring services to accept employment are expedited.
Strategies for reducing the need for Temporary Assistance. District’s strategies for reducing the need for Temporary Assistance are described below: In an effort to avert or reduce the need for Temporary Assistance, the district provides supportive services. The criteria for providing these services is that these services would allow or enable the individual to remain employed or obtain employment, thus averting or reducing the need for temporary assistance. Supportive services may include but are not limited to: day care assistance, transportation expenses, car repairs, appropriate clothing, housing assistance, job referrals, etc. Section 4 Support Services (Reference 18 NYCRR 385.4)
