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771 Chapter 4:Working with families • Section 1: Family assessment (07/2026) The goal of all screenings and the family assessment is to gather information and develop the most robust and thorough plan between the participant and SSP as well as identify the need for accommodations. All screening results and family assessment scores should be entered in the system in order to track progress and positive growth. Assessment best practices Screenings and the family assessment should be offered as part of the initial eligibility process at each recertification and at any time the participant shares there have been significant changes. SNAP No additional program-specific information. TANF When discussing the family assessment, family coaches should remember to: • Explain the intent of screenings and assessment to the participant ahead of time • Identify strengths the participant already possesses • Listen to the participant and ask them to offer their best thinking on their goals • Allow the participant an opportunity to self-identify a possible disability or other challenges to employment, as well as how it may affect their ability to reach their goals • Use open-ended questions and try to focus on a natural flow • Look for indicators of challenges such as domestic violence, disability or substance use disorder that may affect progress toward the participant’s goals • Be aware of local labor market, referral processes and resources to address any challenges that may arise during the conversation • Discuss how the participant has dealt with job issues in the past, and • Remember to involve partners and other supports as appropriate. ERDC No additional program-specific information. REF No additional program-specific information. Oregon Administrative Rule(s) 461-130-0305 — General Provisions; Employment Programs 461-135-0085 — Requirement to Attend an Assessment or Evaluation, or Seek Medically Appropriate Treatment

for Substance Abuse and Mental Health; Disqualification and Penalties; Pre-TANF, REF,

TANF Rule 461-135-0475 — Specific Requirements; Pre-TANF Program 461-135-0485 — Requirement to Complete an Employability Screening and Overview of the Job Opportunity

and Basic Skills (JOBS) Program; Pre-TANF and TANF 461-190-0231 — Re-engagement; JOBS, Pre-TANF, REP, SFPSS, TA-DV