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Page | 240 All applicants who are between the age of 16 – 59 and are physically and mentally fit must have an oral explanation of the DSS-EA-345e given to them at initial application and each renewal. In addition, if the person is a work registrant, mandatory participant, or an ABAWD, the DSS-EA- 345e must be reviewed with the applicant by the EABS, the applicant must receive a copy and a copy of the completed 345e must be scanned to section 3 of the case record. EABS can refer work registrants to SDCareerLink as an additional resource. Utilize the SDCareerLink Work Program document found on the P:Drive for more information. For additional information on SDCareerLink, see the website at: https://dss.sd.gov/economicassistance/SDCareerLink.aspx

If a new household member is reported in an interim month, code the individual “08” and complete the DSS-EA-345e. A copy of the updated DSS-EA-345e must be mailed to the household and a copy placed in the case record.

If an existing household member becomes a work registrant in an interim month, and the change is required to be reported (Section 13161), update the work registration code to “08” and send the household the completed DSS-EA-345e.

If a household member becomes a work registrant in an interim month, and the change is not required to be reported (Section 13162), flag the case for the next renewal to change the work registration code and complete the DSS-EA-345e at that time. The form is required before the renewal can be approved. If the household refuses to sign the DSS-EA-301, terminate benefits following 10 day adverse action time frames. Benefits may be reinstated if the signed application is returned by the last day of the terminated month.

If the change in exempt status is reported on the six month report form, complete a new DSS-EA- 345e and send a copy to the customer.

If a sanctioned individual is added back to the household during an interim month, code “08” must be entered on the member panel. A new DSS-EA-345e is not required until the next renewal.

13120 EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING (E&T) PROCESS FOR MINNEHAHA, PENNINGTON, AND YANKTON COUNTIES

All individuals in Minnehaha and Pennington counties who are the head of household, ages 18 through 21, and non-exempt, will be referred to DLR for SNAP E&T as mandatory participants. In addition, any individual in Yankton County can also participate in SNAP E&T and receive assistance in gaining employment and training skills and opportunities through the Department of Labor and Regulation (DLR). The referral is made to DLR by coding their member panel as an "02". This can happen at application, renewal, or any time during their certification period.

Screening for appropriateness is also required when referral is appropriate to DLR. Screening is an evaluation by the eligibility worker as to whether a person should or should not be referred for participation in an Employment and Training Program. Explanation of the benefits of E&T as well as the participant reimbursements for costs associated with participation must be discussed at the interview. If there are any significant barriers for the mandatory participant that person may be screened out by the EABS from E&T. Narrative of the household circumstances is vital and must be added to indicate that this was discussed with the household and that the referral is not appropriate for E & T. If a mandatory participant is not an appropriate fit for E&T a narrative must Example: John is an ABAWD and works 80(+) hours per month. John has quit his job. John is required to report this change when it occurs.