Work Requirements and Verification

Client statements are considered acceptable verification unless questionable. If verification is requested from the client because client statement is considered questionable, case documentation must thoroughly explain why the original client statement was considered questionable. A. Examples of verification that can be obtained to resolve questionable information can include but is not limited to: 1. Receipt of temporary or permanent disability benefits issued by government or private sources; or 2. Persons may provide a statement from a physician, physician’s assistance, nurse, nurse practitioner, designated representative of the physician’s office, or a licensed or certified psychologist. A county agency may determine other licensed medical personnel appropriate to provide verification that a work registrant is physically or mentally unfit for employment; or 3. A statement from a licensed social worker or a social worker employed by or acting on behalf of a 501(C)(3) non-profit organization or government entity.