When the individual accused of committing an IPV waives his right to an administrative disqualification hearing by signing the Waiver of Disqualification (DSS-8588, Figure 2), the county must provide notification to the Work First unit using “Action Taken On Waiver Of Administrative Disqualification Hearing,” (DSS-8587, Figure 3). The disqualification is effective the first month after receipt of the notice by the Work First unit. There are no appeal rights when the waiver is signed.
A pending administrative disqualification hearing shall not affect the individual’s or the Work First unit’s right to be certified and participate in the program. Because the county department cannot disqualify a Work First unit member of an IPV until the Hearing Officer finds the individual guilty of an IPV, the county department shall determine the eligibility and benefit level of the Work First unit in the same manner it would be determined for any other Work First unit. However if the county has facts to substantiate that the Work First unit is ineligible or eligible for fewer benefits, actions will be taken to reduce or terminate benefits.
