The terms employment and assistance go hand and glove with the Welfare Reform Act of 1996. This allows us, at Employment and Assistance, 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. The Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 set time limits for federally funded assistance, and work requirements for welfare recipients. Applicants and recipients for Temporary Assistance For Needy Families (TANF) are required to find employment quickly, and take responsibility for themselves and their families. If the client has reliable childcare and transportation arranged then employment issues are addressed such as: 

• Assistance with interview skills 
• Assistance with Resume construction 
• Assistance with job applications 
• Client counseling referring to dress code and conduct