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Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) Title IV-A State Plan

21 Assessment:

► Transitional Assistance Assessment is completed at application ► Brief overview of the income, service needs and family data relevant to achieving self-sufficiency through employment ► The assessment is completed on work eligible adults and teen parents who are the head of household or married to the head of household ► Employment goals, work history and concerns or barriers are obtained by the case manager ► Assistance in the assessment process is obtained from other agencies as needed ► Assessment includes basic skills, work skills, occupational skills, education levels, barriers to employment such as LEP status, transportation, dependent care, housing, physical disabilities, and other relevant factors. The need for domestic violence counseling, Substance Use Disorder (SUD) treatment or mental health treatment is also assessed, and referrals to other agencies are completed, if needed. ► Family situation is reviewed including strengths and needs ► Goals are set for obtaining a job and becoming self-supporting ► Plans are made for reaching goals ► The need for supportive services is evaluated ► On-site professional screening is completed in select sites to identify individuals for possible learning disabilities, Substance Use Disorder (SUD), domestic violence, or mental health issues

Transitional Assistance Agreement (TAA):

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