Ops Memo 2014-44 A: TAFDC – Updated Orientation PowerPoint Presentation and TAFDC Orientations

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Overview

A key component of the TAFDC program is engaging clients in work-related activities to move families with dependent children to selfsufficiency. The Department is committed to connecting applicants and clients (hereafter referred to as clients) with the resources and supports necessary to successfully transition to financial stability. Field Operations Memo 2007-45 introduced staff to the Orientation Session PowerPoint presentation as a mandatory application activity. Field Operations Memo 2010-12 updated this presentation and related procedures.

Purpose of Memo

This Operations Memo reminds staff that Orientation Sessions are mandatory at application and follow-up activities, including when it is determined that the client’s compliance with the Work Program needs to be reevaluated. The PowerPoint presentation has been updated and, among other topics, includes:

  • a new introduction;
  • Work Program Requirements and Sanctioning overview;
  • available Employment Services Program (ESP) activities;
  • ESP Support Services; and
  • information on the value of establishing Child Support orders and
  • availability of the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC).

The revised PowerPoint presentation will be available with the issuance of this Operations Memo. This Operations Memo is being reissued to indicate that additional languages are now available.

Obsolete Memo
Operations Memo 2014-44: TAFDC – Updated Orientation PowerPoint Presentation TAFDC Orientations is obsolete.

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