Worker Responsibilities - WAC 388-444-0010

Screen for work registration status: Determine the client's exempt or non-exempt status for work registration. See WAC 388-444-0010 ; and Code work exemption information on the WORK screen for every person age 16 and over.

Volunteering for BFET Services: All clients who receive federally-funded Basic Food (SNAP) benefits may volunteer for E&T services. As a volunteer they may: Receive supportive services (see BFET Reimbursement of Participation Expenses ); Meet eligibility requirements (see Basic Food Employment and Training (BFET) Program ); and Not be disqualified for not cooperating with the program.

Verifying a Personal Exemption Accept a client's statement of employment status or job availability unless the information is questionable. To verify questionable information have the client provide: Evidence of the claimed exemption; or The name and contact information of an acceptable collateral source who can be contacted for further verification. If a client claims to be physically or mentally unable to work and the client's statement is questionable, verify the claim by: Proof of permanent disability benefits issued by a public or private source; or A statement from a qualified professional or their staff; or A medical verification through DSHS form 10-353 (Document Request for Medical Condition and Residual Functional Capacity) or DSHS form 14-541 (ABAWD Requirement: Medical Report). Find forms in English and other languages on our forms website: https://www.dshs.wa.gov/office-of-the-secretary/forms . Do not refer to an SSI facilitator for purposes of Basic Food disability verification. NOTE: A client qualifies for the personal disability exemption if they are a veteran receiving 100% disability benefits. NOTE: Washington Paid Family & Medical Leave (PFML), L&I, other Worker’s Compensation or Private disability insurance benefits can be used as verification for this exemption. For self-employment the client must provide records to show the hours and income worked. (See Self Employment Income chapter). An adult may claim a child under 6, as their exemption, if they have a majority (50% or more) parental responsibility to care for that child. In households with multiple adults, any adult that has a valid claim to majority parental responsibility for the child can claim the exemption. Allow the client to change their election of who is claiming the child under 6 as an exemption up to once per month if necessary; however, the change of election may not be utilized as a means to remove an individual's work registration food disqualification (by becoming exempt).