53-4-715. Assessment -- participation agreement -- case management. (1) The department shall make an initial assessment of the needs, skills, and employability of each participant in the JOBS program. On the basis of such assessment, the department shall, in consultation with the participant, develop an employability plan as required in 42 U.S.C. 682(b)(1)(B).
     (2) Following the development of an employability plan for a participant, the department may require the participant to enter into an agreement that specifies such matters as:
     (a) the participant's obligations under the program;
     (b) the duration of participation; and
     (c) the services and activities to be provided under the program during the period of participation.
     (3) The department may assign a case manager to each participant and the participant's family. The case manager shall assist the participant and his family in obtaining services that may be needed to assure effective participation in the program.

     History: En. Sec. 8, Ch. 550, L. 1989.