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paid for work performed. Services vary at each SCVRD work training center. Local staff must contact the SCVRD training center to determine the type of service provided.

4. VR On-the-Job Training

On-the-job training can be provided by a prospective employer. A “job ready” client works for an hourly rate of at least minimum wage while learning the skills of the job. If the training is successful, the client is expected to be employed in the same or a comparable position.

5. Post-Secondary Training

Assistance with post-secondary training leading to an associate or baccalaureate degree may be provided if it is in an area of study leading to an appropriate career field.

Below is a listing of various examples of work and training activities that may be appropriate for use in the CARES Program. In addition to the list below, any activity allowable in the TANF Work Program would also be allowable under CARES. This is not an all-inclusive list; counties may know of other activities that may also be appropriate for CARES participants:

A. Community Service Placements

B. Vocational Rehabilitation Sheltered Workshop

C. Any program or seminar that provides directly or facilitates the provision of vocational rehabilitation to individuals with disabilities and that enables an individual with a disability to maximize opportunities for employment

D. Volunteer Activities such as Habitat for Humanity, Palmetto Pride, Red Cross and AARP volunteer programs

E. DAODAS evaluation, detoxification, assessment and treatment program

F. Mental health-activities, as prescribed by other appropriate health care professionals

G. Counseling or physical rehabilitation activities

H. Court ordered activities

I. Activities related to obtaining shelter or retaining safety in a domestic abuse situation and other activities needed to stabilize the family

J. Short-term workshops, community seminars and sessions at faith-based organizations

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paid for work performed. Services vary at each SCVRD work training center. Local staff must contact the SCVRD training center to determine the type of service provided.

4. VR On-the-Job Training

5. Post-Secondary Training

Assistance with post-secondary training leading to an associate or baccalaureate degree may be provided if it is in an area of study leading to an appropriate career field.

A. Community Service Placements

B. Vocational Rehabilitation Sheltered Workshop

D. Volunteer Activities such as Habitat for Humanity, Palmetto Pride, Red Cross and AARP volunteer programs

E. DAODAS evaluation, detoxification, assessment and treatment program

F. Mental health-activities, as prescribed by other appropriate health care professionals

G. Counseling or physical rehabilitation activities

H. Court ordered activities

I. Activities related to obtaining shelter or retaining safety in a domestic abuse situation and other activities needed to stabilize the family

J. Short-term workshops, community seminars and sessions at faith-based organizations