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B. DVA Responsibilities The Domestic Violence Advocate will conduct an assessment of the individual's current situation and develop a Domestic Violence Safety Plan. In addition, the DVA will provide crisis counseling and follow-up. NOTE: Prior to waiver of any TANF program requirements, the DVA and the CM must staff the case with the recipient.

8. Referrals for Pregnant and Parenting Adolescents Pregnant and parenting adolescents (dependent children) are not included in the TANF denominator but need access to a wide range of services and providers to help meet the challenges they face. In addition to services which may be available within DSS, referrals to other providers must be made to supplement the needs of the pregnant or parenting child. Due to different resource needs and availability, each county must be responsible for identifying available resources with local providers.