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West Virginia Income Maintenance Manual Chapter 17
West Virginia Income Maintenance Manual Page 21 Chapter 17 Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Employment and Training (SNAP E&T)
resources are available to the participant and to the Department of Human Services (DOHS). The SNAP E&T Worker must outline steps and establish benchmarks to lead to the participant’s self-sufficiency. In addition, the SNAP E&T Worker must explore other possibilities not presented by the participant and offer these to the participant as alternatives. The SNAP E&T Worker is expected to facilitate the participant's wishes, provided they are reasonable and will lead to self-sufficiency. The SNAP E&T Worker should clarify the participant’s goals and the necessary actions to reach the goals. 17.4.4 JOB DEVELOPMENT Job development and the subsequent placement of participants in employment is the focus of SNAP E&T Program. The SNAP E&T Worker must have knowledge of the local economic base, develop and maintain a job openings base, and participate in various employment-related activities and initiatives. The SNAP E&T Worker must communicate with private employers, related organizations, and third-party partners to maintain a good working relationship within this group. Job development and placement efforts must be coordinated closely with the local WorkForce West Virginia Office and with local WV WORKS staff. Participants must register with the WorkForce West Virginia office and keep registration current. The results of career-oriented testing are shared with the WorkForce West Virginia Office as needed. A Release of Information form, OFS-Release-1, must be signed by the participant prior to sharing information. The completed form must be placed in the case record. To increase the resources available to the participant, contacts are established and maintained with the Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS), Department of Education, Community Action agencies, and other public and private organizations that could offer activities or support.