(i) An individual who is ineligible for food stamps because of the provisions of this section may establish eligibility, if otherwise eligible in accordance with the provisions of this Part, by working or participating in programs described in paragraph (1) of this subdivision within any consecutive 30-day period; provided, however, that work or participation in work programs must be performed for at least 80 hours in the 30-day period.

(iii) For purposes of establishing eligibility in accordance with this paragraph, an individual may be determined eligible for benefits if he or she can verify to the satisfaction of the social services district that he or she will meet the requirements of subparagraph (i) or (ii) of this paragraph within the 30 days subsequent to application.

(iv) Individuals regaining eligibility by working, participating in a work program, or combining hours worked and hours participating in a work program shall have benefits issued back to the date of application.

(v) If an individual who has reestablished eligibility under this paragraph either loses a job or ceases to participate in a work program he/she will be eligible for food stamps for up to one additional three consecutive month period in the 36-month period set forth in paragraph (1) of this subdivision, without working or participating in a work program starting on the date the individual first notifies the social services district that he/she is no longer fulfilling the work requirement; or, if meeting the work requirement by participating in a work or work experience program administered by the social services district, the date the district notifies the individual he/she is no longer meeting the work requirement.