107.3 Discussing the AMR

The AMR is a plan of action for the applicant or recipient. The caseworker’s goal is for the person to leave the interview focused on a pathway for their family becoming financially self-sufficient, rather than on receiving and staying on cash assistance. A discussion between the caseworker and the person is the key to helping the person develop a plan that will work.

55 Pa. Code § 123.22

Use these discussion guidelines before completing the AMR:

Clearly explain the time limits for receiving assistance.

Stress that the person is responsible for trying to become financially self-sufficient .

Explain that finding and keeping a job or continuing their education are the best ways to end dependence on cash assistance .

Suggest activities that may help the person improve their personal, family, and financial situation. Use the “Plan for Supporting Myself and My Family" section of the AMR.

Give the person the opportunity to talk about their goal for getting off cash assistance and their pathway to achieving it.

Guide the person toward achievable goals.

Help the person identify skills and strengths.

Help the person identify barriers that may hinder their efforts to become financially self-sufficient .

Provide information about programs that will build on the ir skills and strengths and help to address barriers to achieving the ir goals.