Wash. Admin. Code § 388-310-0800 - WorkFirst-Support services
People who can get support services include:
There is a limit of $5,000 per person per program year (July 1st to June 30th) for WorkFirst support services you may receive.
The chart below shows the types of support services that are available for the different activities (as indicated by an "x") and the restrictions that apply.
Definitions:
* Work-related activities include looking for work or participating in workplace activities, such as community jobs or a work experience position.
** Safety-related activities include meeting significant or emergency family safety needs, such as dealing with family violence.
*** Some support services are available if you need them for other required activities in your IRP.
Type of Support Service |
Restrictions |
. Work |
.. Safety |
... Other |
Reasonable accommodation for employment |
x |
|||
Clothing/uniforms |
x |
|||
Diapers |
x |
x |
x |
|
Haircut |
x |
|||
Lunch |
Same rate as established by OFM for state employees |
x |
||
Personal hygiene |
x |
x |
x |
|
Professional, trade, association, union, and bonds |
x |
x |
||
Relocation related to employment or safety (can include rent, housing, and deposits) |
x |
x |
||
Short-term lodging and meals in connection with job interviews/tests |
Same rate as established by OFM for state employees |
x |
||
Tools/equipment |
x |
x |
x |
|
Car repair needed to restore car to operable condition |
x |
x |
x |
|
License/fees |
x |
x |
x |
|
Mileage reimbursement |
Same rate as established by OFM for state employees |
x |
x |
x |
Transportation allotment, including fuel support |
x |
x |
x |
|
Counseling |
x |
x |
x |
|
Educational expenses |
x |
x |
x |
|
Medical exams (not covered by medicaid) |
x |
x |
x |
|
Public transportation |
x |
x |
x |
|
Testing-diagnostic |
x |
x |
x |
|
Housing and utilities |
Funding allocated for 07/01/2022 - 06/30/2023 only |
x |
x |
x |
The department will give you 10 days notice, following the rules in WAC 388-310-1600, then discontinue your support services until you participate as required.
Notes
Statutory Authority: RCW 74.04.050, 74.04.055, 74.04.057, 74.08.090, and 74.08A.250. 13-02-048, § 388-310-0800, filed 12/24/12, effective 2/1/13. Statutory Authority: RCW 74.04.050, 74.04.055, 74.04.057, and 74.08.090. 10-22-061, § 388-310-0800, filed 10/29/10, effective 12/1/10; 09-06-053, § 388-310-0800, filed 2/26/09, effective 4/1/09. Statutory Authority: RCW 74.04.050 and 74.04.055. 08-18-045, § 388-310-0800, filed 8/29/08, effective 10/1/08. Statutory Authority: RCW 74.04.050, 74.04.055, 74.04.057, 74.08.090, 74.08A.260, chapter 74.08A RCW. 06-10-035, § 388-310-0800, filed 4/27/06, effective 6/1/06. Statutory Authority: RCW 74.08.090, 74.04.050, 74.08A.340. 05-02-014, § 388-310-0800, filed 12/27/04, effective 1/27/05. Statutory Authority: RCW 74.08.090, 74.04.050, 74.08A.340, and 2003 c 10 § 207. 03-21-154, § 388-310-0800, filed 10/22/03, effective 10/27/03. Statutory Authority: RCW 74.08.090, 74.04.050, 78.08A.340, and [WSR] 99-14-043. 02-11-130, § 388-310-0800, filed 5/21/02, effective 7/1/02; 01-17-053, § 388-310-0800, filed 8/13/01, effective 9/1/01. Statutory Authority: RCW 74.08.090, 74.04.050, and 78.08A.340. 00-13-106, § 388-310-0800, filed 6/21/00, effective 7/1/00. Statutory Authority: RCW 74.08.090 and 74.04.050. 99-14-043, § 388-310-0800, filed 6/30/99, effective 7/31/99; 97-20-129, § 388-310-0800, filed 10/1/97, effective 11/1/97.
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