Supportive Services
The Welfare Reform Act of 1996, allow us at Department of Social Services to help our clients gain self-sufficiency. Our "Work First" employment programs give our clients the needed help to locate and acquire employment. Our programs are income dependent and eligibility for them are based on preset income levels.
Support Services Provide:
These services will be provided on a case-by-case basis as needed to meet federal and state requirements, or participate in a training program that will assist the client in becoming self-sufficient.
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Transportation allowance (mileage reimbursement, CCPT tokens or gas coupons |
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Work related clothing allowance / uniforms |
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Licensing fees (ie. RN license) |
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Hygiene items for non-cash recipients |
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Relocation assistance to include security deposit in order to overcome remoteness / transportation problems |
| Car repair (not to exceed $750.00) and
car insurance (up to 3 months) in order to maintain employment, upon proof
of job offer, or participate in a work activity |
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Tools and equipment |
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Legal services in order to overcome legal barriers to employment |
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Access to 24 hour hotline |
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Case management |
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All other services provided to participants on a case-by-case basis |
If you are in a transition period from TANF to self provided living expenses, we provide Transitional Supportive Services.
Transitional Supportive Services Provide:
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Transportation allowance (mileage reimbursement, CCPT tokens or gas coupons |
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Work related clothing allowance / uniforms |
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Relocation assistance to include security deposit if relocation is for job acceptance |
| Car repair (not to exceed $750.00)
Car insurance (up to 3 months)
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Tools and equipment necessary for employment |
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Health insurance for up to three months (if available) |
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First month's rent (not to exceed $500.00) |
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Drug / Alcohol outpatient services |
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Access to 24 hour hotline |
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Case management |
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All other services provided to participants on a case-by-case basis |