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A-2070.1 Division of Welfare and Supportive Services ASSESSMENTS Eligibility and Payments Manual
Vocational Assessment Training 13 Nov 01 MTL 13/05 2070.1 Vocational Assessment Testing
The Division contracts with the Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation’s Vocational Assessment Center (VAC) to obtain testing services for NEON participants. Testing consists of measurements of vocational aptitude, academic skills, interests, verbal and non-verbal problem solving skills and self report information. The VAC administers the tests, scores, interprets the results and provides a written report outlining test results and vocational recommendations.
2070.2 Drug Testing/Substance Abuse Treatment Referrals
During the assessment process or at any time the case manager learns or suspects a participant may be affected by an issue of chemical dependence, the participant is referred to a division social worker who administers the Substance Abuse Subtle Screening Inventory (SASSI). Where SASSI results indicate a positive probability regarding chemical dependence, the participant may be required to submit to a more in- depth substance abuse assessment and referred for treatment.
2070.3 Domestic Violence Treatment Services
The Division contracts with non-profit organizations providing emergency shelter, counseling, support groups and other services to victims of domestic violence. Identification of the existence of domestic violence results in the referral to division social workers for further assessment and/or case management services. (See manual section A-2200.)
2070.4 Mental Health Services
Participants, identified through the assessment process, as needing mental health services, are referred to a person professionally qualified in the field of psychiatric mental health. Providers may be employed by community, state, or contracted mental health facilities with the Division of Health Care, Financing and Policy.