1105.035.25 Definition of Work and Training – DSS Manuals

IM-53 August 9, 2018 ; IM-94 October 19, 2015 ; IM-32 June 16, 2014 ; IM-89 September 12, 2007 ; IM-106 December 7, 2006 ; IM-133 December 21, 2004 ; IM-194 October 24, 2001 ; IM-32 April 1, 1999

The FSD can verify work and/or training for the below:

Work is defined as:

Unsubsidized Employment Is work with earnings provided by an employer who does not receive a subsidy for the creation and maintenance of the employment position. Self-employment activities include individuals who have earned income.

Unpaid (volunteer or in-kind) A person who freely offers to take part in an enterprise or undertake a task.

In Kind Work Is receiving goods or services instead of money.

Training is defined as:

Vocational Training Improves the employability of participants by providing training in a skill or trade allowing the participant to move directly into employment.

Education An educational program or activities to improve basic skills and increase employability.

NOTE : The SkillUP contractor will have additional services available to ABAWDs for fulfilling training/work requirements.

The hours worked must be included in the verification. If the ABAWD is self-employed, the verification of self-employment must include the number of hours worked.