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Temporary Assistance (TA) andSupplemental Nutrition AssistanceProgram (SNAP) Employment PlanJanuary 1, 2020 – December 31, 2021New York City/ County1

Temporary Assistance and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Employment Plan - January 1, 2020– December 31, 2021ContentsSection 1- Assurances.3Section 2 Administration.5Section 2.1 Administrative Structure.5Section 2.2 TA and SNAP Employment &Training (SNAP E&T) Provider Agencies .5Table 1 - Contracts Associated with TA and SNAP Employment Programs and Services .5Table 2 – Other Service Providers .7Section 2.3 OTDA Jobs Staff Agreement .8OTDA Jobs Program Services – Target Groups .8Other Services Requested .8Section 2.4 Access to Services at New York State Career Centers .8Section 3 Engagement and Work Preparation.10Section 3.1 Federal “Engaged in Work” Requirement (Reference 18 NYCRR 385.2 (f)).10Section 3.2 Orientation (Reference 18 NYCRR 385.5).10Section 3.3 Assessment and Employment Planning.11TA Assessment .11TA Employment Plan.14Section 3.4 Participation Rates and Work Activities (Reference 18 NYCRR 385.8 and 385.9) .16Section 3.5 Job Development .30Section 3.6 Training Approval and Activity Enrollment Policies (Reference 18 NYCRR 385.9).31Section 3.7 Work Verification.38The Quality Assurance (QA) plan include the following elements: .39The District’s Quality Assurance Process is as follows: .39Use of Outside Providers/Vendors .40Section 3.8 Strategies/Procedures for Accommodating Individuals with Limited English Proficiency.41Section 3.9 Strategies/Procedures for Increasing Program Attendance .41Section 3.10 Strategies/Procedures for Engaging Sanctioned TA Participants .43Section 3.11 Strategies for reducing the need for TA .43Section 4 Support Services.44Section 4.1 TA and Non-TA SNAP Applicants and Recipients in Work Activities Approved by the District .44Section 4.2 Transitional Support Services .48Section 4.3 Extended Support Services .49Section 5 Conciliation, Sanction and Dispute Resolution Procedures .49Section 5.1 Conciliation .49Section 5.2 Sanctions .55Section 5.3 Dispute Resolution.56Section 6 Disability Determinations, Documentation and Requirements of Exempt Individuals .56Section 6.1 Disability Determination Process and Tools.56Section 6.2 Mental Health Screening and Assessment .58Section 6.3 Requirements for Exempt TA Participants (Reference 18 NYCRR 385.2 (e)) .592

Section 1- AssurancesAs a condition of the receipt of federal and State funds the New York City/ County Departmentof Social Services submits this Temporary Assistance (TA) and Supplemental NutritionAssistance Program (SNAP) Employment Plan (Plan) to the New York State Office ofTemporary and Disability Assistance. The Plan outlines the administration of employmentservices for TA and SNAP applicants and recipients for the period January 1, 2020 throughDecember 31, 2021. As Commissioner of New York City/County Department of Social Services,I hereby affirm that employment services programs will be administered in accordance with allapplicable federal and State policies, laws, regulations and provisions of this Plan./s/ Commissioner's Initials XX/XX/2020-Commissi2Eler Name, Social .3

Temporary Assistance and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Employment Plan - January 1, 2020– December 31, 2021Amendments to this Plan:Date Approved OTDASection(s) Amended(To be completed by OTDA)4

Temporary Assistance and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Employment Plan - January 1, 2020– December 31, 2021Section 2 AdministrationSection 2.1 Administrative StructureThis agency’s organizational chart is attached. It identifies the units and staff within the agencythat are involved in the operation of the district’s employment program.Following is a description of the office(s) in and/or outside of the Department of Social Servicesthat are involved in the operation of the district’s employment program. The responsibilities ofeach office are described below.See HRA Family Independence Administration (FIA), Office of Career Services, Office of Policy,Procedures, and Training (OPPT), and Customized Assistance Services (CAS) organizationcharts as Appendix A.Section 2.2 TA and SNAP Employment &Training (SNAP E&T) Provider AgenciesTable 1 - Contracts Associated with TA and SNAP Employment Programs and ServicesTable 1 lists the local contracts or agreements with agencies to provide employment services toTA and SNAP clients. These activities and services may include, but are not limited to:employability determinations; development of assessments and employment plans; conciliationand grievance activities; provision of work activities such as job readiness training; educationand job skills training; monitoring and support for compliance with treatment plans for exemptindividuals with the potential for restoration to self-sufficiency; job development; job placementand retention services; and other employment related activities.Each contract listed in Table 1 contains an assurance that the activities are not otherwiseavailable from that provider on a non-reimbursable basis, and, if not a performance-basedcontract, a statement regarding use of a cost allocation methodology that satisfies GenerallyAccepted Accounting Principles, as well as the requirements of U.S. Office of Management andBudget Circulars A-122 for nonprofit organizations, A-21 for educational institutions, or A-87 forState and local governments. Districts must maintain oversight to ensure that contractorsperform in accordance with the terms, conditions, and specifications of their contracts.ProviderPleaseSeeAppendixB, Table 1TotalContractCostFundingSource(s)Categories ofClients Served(per year)(Check all that apply)(Check all that apply) 0FFFSSNAP E&TLocalOtherFASNA FamilySNA IndividualSNAPTANF 200% 0FFFSSNAP E&TLocalOther 0FFFSSNAP E&TLocalOtherFASNA FamilySNA IndividualSNAPTANF 200%FASNA FamilySNA IndividualSNAPTANF 200%5Programs, Services orActivities Provided

Temporary Assistance and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Employment Plan - January 1, 2020– December 31, ories ofClients Served(per year)(Check all that apply)(Check all that apply) 0FFFSSNAP E&TLocalOther 0FFFSSNAP E&TLocalOther 0FFFSSNAP E&TLocalOther 0FFFSSNAP E&TLocalOther 0FFFSSNAP E&TLocalOther 0FFFSSNAP E&TLocalOther 0FFFSSNAP E&TLocalOther 0FFFSSNAP E&TLocalOther 0FFFSSNAP E&TLocalOther 0FFFSSNAP E&TLocalOtherFASNA FamilySNA IndividualSNAPTANF 200%FASNA FamilySNA IndividualSNAPTANF 200%FASNA FamilySNA IndividualSNAPTANF 200%FASNA FamilySNA IndividualSNAPTANF 200%FASNA FamilySNA IndividualSNAPTANF 200%FASNA FamilySNA IndividualSNAPTANF 200%FASNA FamilySNA IndividualSNAPTANF 200%FASNA FamilySNA IndividualSNAPTANF 200%FASNA FamilySNA IndividualSNAPTANF 200%FASNA FamilySNA IndividualSNAPTANF 200%6Programs, Services orActivities Provided

Temporary Assistance and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Employment Plan - January 1, 2020– December 31, 2021Table 2 – Other Service ProvidersTable 2 includes agencies/providers that offer services to participants and to which the districtexpects to refer participants but which have no direct financial agreement with the district.ProviderPlease seeAppendix B,Table 2FundingCategories ofSource(s) Clients Served(if known) (Check all that apply)Programs, Services or Activities ProvidedFASNA FamilySNA IndividualSNAPTANF 200%FASNA FamilySNA IndividualSNAPTANF 200%FASNA FamilySNA IndividualSNAPTANF 200%FASNA FamilySNA IndividualSNAPTANF 200%FASNA FamilySNA IndividualSNAPTANF 200%FASNA FamilySNA IndividualSNAPTANF 200%FASNA FamilySNA IndividualSNAPTANF 200%FASNA FamilySNA IndividualSNAPTANF 200%FASNA FamilySNA IndividualSNAPTANF 200%7

Temporary Assistance and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Employment Plan - January 1, 2020– December 31, 2021Section 2.3 OTDA Jobs Staff AgreementOTDA Jobs Program Services – Target Groups(“X” signifies those that apply in this district)ServicesTarget GroupsAssessment/Employment PlanSupervised Job SearchJob Readiness TrainingJob ClubJob Placement ServicesGrant DiversionJob Development (employer outreach)WOTC pre-certificationsApplicantsFA & SNA with childrenSNA without ChildrenSNAPTANF 200%Other Services RequestedDescribed below are additional services/duties which will be requested of Jobs staff (e.g.WTWCMS data entry, case conferencing, job fairs)Section 2.4 Access to Services at New York State Career CentersIn New York State, TANF is a required WIOA partner and must coordinate access to TANFservices with the comprehensive Career Centers.a.Below is a description of how the district provides access to its programs and serviceswith Career Center partners. Check all that apply:The district has employee(s) physically present at a Career CenterThe district has contract staff physically present at a Career CenterThe district makes available direct access to its program staff via phone ortechnology at a Career CenterThe district makes available copies of the LDSS-2921 (Common Application) at aCareer CenterOther:The district coordinates access to services using ACCESS HRA, where New Yorkerscan apply for SNAP benefits online. HRA has begun offering the ACCESS HRA ProviderPortal to select Career Center contractors. The ACCESS HRA Provider Portal is a wayfor organizations to connect with the clients they serve. Through the portal, organizationscan view real time benefit information for their clients.The district has provided access to CA applications in all required languages by enablingthe comprehensive Career Centers to print CA applications through HRA’s online portalas needed.8

Temporary Assistance and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Employment Plan - January 1, 2020– December 31, 2021HRA has also provided the Career Centers with an updated Job Center list so that in theevent of an emergency situation, a client can be referred to the nearest Job Center tohave their needs determined and addressed in an expedited manner.b.Please provide a description of how the district coordinates with Career Center partnerswith providing services to the district’s clients, including referral and information sharingmechanisms, or other collaboration such as participation on the local WIOA BusinessServices Team, etc.HRA works closely with Career Center partners to ensure clients have access toservices. HRA coordinates access to job openings through HRA’s Business Link. HRAalso encourages its providers to coordinate access to Career Centers.9

Temporary Assistance and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Employment Plan - January 1, 2020– December 31, 2021Section 3 Engagement and Work PreparationSection 3.1 Federal “Engaged in Work” Requirement (Reference 18 NYCRR 385.2 (f))For purposes of satisfying the federal requirement which states that parents or caretakers mustbe engaged in work as soon as the district determines they are ready, but no later than within24 months of receiving federally funded assistance, district’s definition of “Engaged in Work” is:Compliance with assessment, employment planning, all activities included in theindividual’s Employment/Self-Sufficiency plan including any need to attendtreatment/rehabilitation programs, or any of the work activities listed in Section 3.4.Also included is pursuit of other forms of income such as SSI and SSDI.Include any additional information regarding the district’s local “engaged in work” requirements:Section 3.2 Orientation (Reference 18 NYCRR 385.5)Check one of the following:The district provides orientation in accordance with 18 NYCRR Section 385.5 and noadditional information is provided at orientation.In addition to the requirements outlined in 18 NYCRR Section 385.5 of the regulations, thedistrict’s orientation provides the following: A statement of the benefits of working over receiving Temporary Assistance, theimplications of TANF-funded Temporary Assistance time limits, an explanation of the ways inwhich the district accommodates applicants and recipients with mental or physical impairments; Description of the assistance provided by the district on how to find employment, with afocus on an individualized approach to assisting clients with finding paid employment thatmatches their skills and needs as the ultimate goal; Instructions on the individual’s rights and responsibilities and the requirements for fullparticipation; An exploration with the individual of any available alternatives to Temporary Assistance.If feasible, the district works cooperatively with the individual to develop a strategy that utilizesavailable programs, including Child Care In Lieu of Public Assistance, and community resourcesto avoid the need for ongoing Temporary Assistance benefits; Information about education and training opportunities; Information about social services programs, including transitional supportive services; Information about what to do in case of an emergency.Described below is the manner in which the district completes the required orientation for allapplicants and recipients of TA (e.g. in a group setting, individually, or a combination of both),including the orientation procedure for exempt individuals and non-exempt individuals, ifdifferent:10

Temporary Assistance and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Employment Plan - January 1, 2020– December 31, 2021HRA completes the required orientation in a combination of individual and group settings. Theresponsibilities are divided among FIA workers, CAS, and contracted providers at differentlocations.Section 3.3 Assessment and Employment PlanningTA Assessment(Reference 18 NYCRR 385.6 and 385.7)Check one of the following:a.The district conducts assessments as required by 18 NYCRR 385.6(a) and 385.7(a):The district enters assessments directly into WTWCMSThe district uses the LDSS 4980 (New York State Assessment) and later entersinformation into WTWCMS.The district conducts assessments using a local equivalent tool, and later entersinformation into WTWCMS. Attached is the local equivalent.The local equivalent does not contain additional elements other than what isrequired.The local equivalent does contain additional elements beyond what is required,listed below:HRA implements a 3-tier process for assessment. Tier 1 includes voluntaryquestions that will be answered at the PC Banks in the Job Centers. The Tier 1Assessment includes tools to identify individuals who may need reasonableaccommodations to comply with program requirements. Currently, a portion of theTier 1 assessment containing the Sexual Orientation Gender Identity (SOGI)questions is available. Tier 2 involves HRA Job Centers providing an initialassessment of clients, which ensures that potential barriers to engagement areassessed and that individuals are connected to appropriate services. Further, theJob Center assessment ensures that individuals are connected to appropriateservices. Those with specific needs are referred to services offered through HRA,such as domestic violence services, substance use treatment services, HIV/AIDSservices, those who are self-enrolled into training/education (who are referred toHRA’s Education Services), and Wellness, Comprehensive AssessmentRehabilitation and Employment (WeCARE) (which addresses medical, physicaland/or mental health limitations to employment). Clients not referred to theseactivities/programs are referred to a program that will offer Tier 3 (in-depth)assessment in addition to other services:1. YouthPathways provides assessment, employment, and education services foryoung clients between the ages of 18 through 24.2. CareerCompass provides comprehensive employability assessments,individualized service plans, and service coordination to clients ages 25 and older.11

Temporary Assistance and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Employment Plan - January 1, 2020– December 31, 2021Tier 3 assessment includes questions related to: work history and skills; militaryexperience; education, credentials, and training history; career goals; readiness towork; work environment preferences; financial counseling; safety; housing stability;criminal history; Administration for Children Services (ACS) involvement; andcommunity resources.Additional assessment elements beyond what is required include:- An initial screening and referral for assessment, when warranted, for barriers toemployment, such as an alcohol/substance use

Assistance Program (SNAP) Employment Plan (Plan) to the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance. The Plan outlines the administration of employment services for TA and SNAP applicants and recipients for the period January 1, 2020 through December 31, 2021. As Commissioner of New

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