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Change #2-2010
March 1, 2010
Substance abuse and mental health issues are significant barriers to employment for a number of adult Work First participants. To assist these families in becoming employed and maintaining employment, all Work First adult applicants/recipients will be screened for possible substance abuse unless the adult applicant/recipient meets an exception as described in Section II. below. Individuals may be voluntarily screened for mental health (See Section VIII. below). Non-custodial parents and families with incomes at or below 200% of poverty may also volunteer to be screened for mental health, or substance abuse.
If the screening indicates the adult is at risk for substance abuse, the individual will be referred to a Qualified Professional in Substance Abuse (QPSA) or other qualified staff. The QPSA will conduct a comprehensive substance abuse assessment. If treatment is appropriate, the QPSA will facilitate the arrangements for the treatment. Applicants/recipients who do not comply with their treatment plan are not eligible for Work First cash assistance.
Each county department of social services (DSS) and Local Management Entity (LME) must enter into an agreement specifying the details of their coordinated effort in this initiative.
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For questions or clarification on any of the policy contained in these manuals, please contact your local county office. |
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