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Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter B - CONTRACTOR REQUIREMENTS › Section 376.207 - What is the financial responsibility of the contractor's board of directors?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
When an organization contracts with the Texas Department of
					 Human Services, the contractor's board of directors must ensure financial
					 accountability of all funds the organization receives and spends. The board of
					 directors or its finance committee must regularly review actual income and
					 expenses and compare them to approved budgets and year-to-date
					 costs.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter B - CONTRACTOR REQUIREMENTS › Section 376.209 - What accounting requirements must the contractor meet?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Each contractor must:
(1) maintain an accounting system that
				  records revenues and expenditures using generally accepted accounting
				  principles as recognized by the American Institute of Certified Public
				  Accountants;
(2) follow Texas
				  Department of Human Services (DHS) financial management policies and procedures
				  for maintaining fiscal records, including:
(A) maintain a chart of accounts that
				  includes all accounts using an assigned number;
(B) maintain a general ledger;
(C) maintain supporting documentation of
				  expenses, including but not limited to:
(i)
				  receipts or vouchers for incoming cash;
(ii) bank statements;
(iii) canceled checks (if provided by
				  bank);
(iv) deposit
				  slips;
(v) approved
				  invoices;
(vi) receipts or vouchers
				  for purchases;
(vii)
				  leases;
(viii) contracts;
(ix) time sheets;
(x) inventory;
(xi) written cost allocation methodology;
				  and
(xii) cost allocation
				  worksheets; and
(D)
				  identify all funding sources and expenditures by separate fund type.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter B - CONTRACTOR REQUIREMENTS › Section 376.211 - Does the Texas Department of Human Services (DHS) require contractors to have a fidelity bond?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Yes. Each contractor must have a fidelity bond. DHS
					 determines the minimum value annually.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter B - CONTRACTOR REQUIREMENTS › Section 376.213 - What are the confidentiality requirements of a contractor?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Contractors must keep confidential all information about or
					 obtained from a participant. Contractors may release participant information as
					 long as it does not identify a participant in any way. The following exceptions
					 apply:
(1) Information can be released
				  with written consent of the participant.
(2) In the case of minors, information can be
				  released with written consent of the parent or legal guardian.
(3) Information can be released if the Texas
				  Department of Human Services (DHS) or anyone DHS designates requests the
				  information, as long as it benefits the refugee.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter B - CONTRACTOR REQUIREMENTS › Section 376.215 - Are contractors responsible for having a nepotism policy?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Yes. Each contractor must have a written and board-approved
					 nepotism policy.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter B - CONTRACTOR REQUIREMENTS › Section 376.217 - Are contractors responsible for having a conflict of interest policy?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Yes. Each contractor must have a written and board-approved
					 conflict of interest policy.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter B - CONTRACTOR REQUIREMENTS › Section 376.219 - What issues must the conflict of interest policy address?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
The conflict of interest policy must address situations in
					 which board members or employees have a direct or indirect interest, financial
					 or otherwise, of any nature that is in substantial conflict with the proper
					 discharge of their duty to the organization.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter B - CONTRACTOR REQUIREMENTS › Section 376.221 - Are contractors required to comply with the Limited English Proficiency provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Yes. During the time it receives grant funding, a
					 contractor must comply with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act
					 as it affects persons with limited English language
					 proficiency.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter B - CONTRACTOR REQUIREMENTS › Section 376.223 - With what Limited English Proficiency (LEP) provisions is a contractor required to comply?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Requirements include implementing a LEP plan that provides
					 for regular assessments of language needs, a written LEP policy that includes
					 implementation plans, and regular staff training on LEP
					 compliance.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter B - CONTRACTOR REQUIREMENTS › Section 376.225 - What are the staffing requirements for contractors?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Contractors must employ or contract with staff who speak
					 native languages of refugee arrivals and who are from the same background or
					 know the culture of the refugee populations served.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter B - CONTRACTOR REQUIREMENTS › Section 376.227 - Are there requirements for hiring bilingual or bicultural women?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Yes. The contractor must provide services to the fullest
					 extent possible in a manner that includes the use of bilingual or bicultural
					 women on service agency staff.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter B - CONTRACTOR REQUIREMENTS › Section 376.229 - What are the record keeping requirements of the contract?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Contractors must keep all records that are needed for
					 federal and state monitoring of the Refugee Social Services Program. Needed
					 records include:
(1) identification of
				  participants;
(2) statistical and
				  programmatic records on services provided;
(3) eligibility determination
				  materials;
(4) required case file
				  records; and
(5) other records
				  required by
				  RSA
				  400.25.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter B - CONTRACTOR REQUIREMENTS › Section 376.231 - How long are contractors required to keep records?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Contractors must keep all records for three years and 90
					 days after the end of the contract or until an open audit or litigation is
					 resolved.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter B - CONTRACTOR REQUIREMENTS › Section 376.233 - What are the reporting requirements for contractors?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Contractors must comply with reporting requirements as
					 detailed in
					 RSA
					 400.28(b).
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter B - CONTRACTOR REQUIREMENTS › Section 376.235 - If a refugee is receiving services under another program funded by the Office of Refugee Resettlement, can similar services be provided under a contract funded by a Refugee Social Services Grant (RSS) or a Targeted Assistance Grant (TAG)?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
No. Services under
					 RSA
					 400.154 and §
										RSA 400.155,
					 including reception, placement, and match grant services, must be coordinated
					 and not duplicated with other resettlement services. Services not offered under
					 other resettlement services can be provided under RSS or TAG
					 programs.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter B - CONTRACTOR REQUIREMENTS › Section 376.237 - Can a contractor subcontract services?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Yes. A contractor may subcontract services with the
					 following provisions:
(1) The Texas
				  Department of Human Services (DHS) must approve the subcontract.
(2) The contractor must agree to be
				  responsible for the satisfactory performance of its subcontractor(s) and
				  routinely monitor the subcontractor(s) for fiscal and programmatic
				  compliance.
(3) All subcontractors
				  are subject to the same requirements as the contractor.
(4) DHS must give prior approval for all
				  subcontractors.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter C - GENERAL PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION › Section 376.301 - What is the purpose of this subchapter?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
This subchapter outlines refugee social services programs
					 and details contractor responsibilities in providing contracted
					 services.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter C - GENERAL PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION › Section 376.303 - What services may be provided to assist refugees with employability skills?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Texas Department of Human Services-funded contractors may
					 provide the following employability services:
(1) employment services;
(2) employability assessment
				  services;
(3) on-the-job
				  training;
(4) English language
				  instruction;
(5) vocational
				  training;
(6) skills
				  re-certification;
(7) day care for
				  children;
(8)
				  transportation;
(9) translation and
				  interpretation services;
(10)
				  information and referral services;
(11) social adjustment services;
(12) outreach services;
(13) citizenship and naturalization
				  preparation services; and
(14)
				  case-management services to help refugees become employed within one year after
				  enrollment in the Refugee Social Services Program.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter C - GENERAL PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION › Section 376.305 - Can additional services be provided?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Yes. Other services may be provided if the service is not
					 available from any other resource. Requests to provide additional services must
					 be submitted through the Texas Department of Human Services for the approval of
					 the director of the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR). The ORR director must
					 approve services before they are delivered.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter C - GENERAL PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION › Section 376.307 - Who is eligible for refugee social services?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Individuals are eligible for refugee social services if
					 they:
(1) are at least 16 years of age
				  and are not full-time students;
(2)
				  are within the eligibility period as established by the Office of Refugee
				  Resettlement (ORR);
(3) meet
				  immigration status and identification requirements in 45 CFR part 400, subpart
				  D; and
(4) can provide
				  documentation of one of the following statuses from the Immigration and
				  Naturalization Service:
(A) paroled as a
				  refugee or asylee under Section 212(d) of the Immigration and Nationality Act
				  (INA);
(B) admitted as a refugee
				  under Section 207 of the INA;
(C)
				  granted asylum under Section 208 of the INA;
(D) admitted as a Cuban or Haitian entrant in
				  accordance with requirements in 45 CFR part 401;
(E) admitted as an Amerasian from Vietnam
				  pursuant to Section 584 of the Foreign Operations, Export Financing, and
				  Related Programs Appropriations Act, 1988 (as contained in Section 101 (e) of
				  Public Law 100-202 and amended by the 9th proviso under Migration and Refugee
				  Assistance in Title II of the Foreign Operation, Export, Financing, and Related
				  Programs Appropriations Acts, 1989 (Public Law 100-461 as amended));
(F) victim of a severe form of
				  trafficking;
(G) designated as
				  eligible by the director of ORR; or
(H) designated as a permanent resident and
				  who previously held any of the statuses in subparagraphs (A)-(G) of this
				  paragraph and has not yet acquired U.S. citizenship.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter C - GENERAL PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION › Section 376.309 - Are individuals applying for asylum through the Immigration and Naturalization Service eligible for refugee social services assistance?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
No. Asylee status must be granted fully before refugee
					 social services assistance can be provided.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter C - GENERAL PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION › Section 376.311 - Can refugees younger than 16 years of age receive refugee social services?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
No. All employment and training services and English
					 language instruction services are restricted to refugees who are 16 years of
					 age or older and who are not full-time students in elementary or secondary
					 school. Help can be provided to students to find part-time or summer
					 jobs.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter C - GENERAL PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION › Section 376.313 - Who determines a refugee's eligibility for refugee social services benefits?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Contractors determine if the applicant meets the
					 eligibility requirements to become a participant and must keep all eligibility
					 determination information in the participant's file.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter C - GENERAL PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION › Section 376.315 - Are there equal opportunity requirements for refugee women?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Yes. Refugee women must be given the same opportunities as
					 men to participate in all services, including employment
					 services.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter C - GENERAL PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION › Section 376.317 - How long can a participant receive refugee social services?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
The maximum time period a participant may receive benefits
					 is specified by the director of the Office of Refugee Resettlement. The current
					 time period is up to 60 months (five years) from the beginning date of
					 eligibility, as indicated in
					 RSA
					 400.152, except for citizenship, outreach and
					 referral, and interpretation and translation services. Citizenship, outreach
					 and referral services, and interpretation and translation services may be
					 provided until United States citizenship is attained.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter C - GENERAL PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION › Section 376.319 - Can employability services be provided after a refugee finds a job?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Yes. All services that help a refugee maintain or move to a
					 better job are allowed after a refugee finds a job.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter C - GENERAL PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION › Section 376.321 - How does a contractor determine eligibility for a refugee who has moved to Texas from another state?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
The contractor determines eligibility on the same basis as
					 for a refugee whose first placement was in Texas, with the following
					 exceptions:
(1) The contractor must
				  verify with the original sponsoring resettlement agency that the refugee has
				  not voluntarily quit employment within the past 30 days.
(2) The contractor must verify with the
				  sponsoring resettlement agency and/or state public benefits office at the
				  original placement site whether the refugee has received an assistance payment
				  for the month of application in Texas.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter C - GENERAL PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION › Section 376.323 - Is coordination with other refugee providers required?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Yes. Contractors must coordinate with state and local
					 service providers, including mutual assistance associations, voluntary
					 resettlement agencies, and other refugee service representatives to ensure that
					 services:
(1) are appropriate to the
				  linguistic and cultural needs of the incoming populations;
(2) are coordinated with the longer term
				  resettlement services frequently provided by ethnic community organizations;
				  and
(3) do not duplicate services
				  provided under reception and placement services.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter C - GENERAL PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION › Section 376.325 - Can participants who do not speak English participate in employment services?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Yes. Inability to communicate in English does not keep a
					 refugee from participating in employment services or accepting
					 employment.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter C - GENERAL PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION › Section 376.327 - Are contractors required to report changes in a participant's income or address to the Texas Department of Human Services (DHS)?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Yes. Contractors must report changes in a participant's
					 income or address within 10 days of the change to designated DHS
					 staff.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter C - GENERAL PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION › Section 376.329 - What information and materials must a contractor provide to the participant upon or during intake for services?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Contractors must explain and give the participant notice of
					 all participant rights and responsibilities, as well as the right to have a
					 fair hearing.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter C - GENERAL PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION › Section 376.331 - Can an applicant or recipient appeal an adverse determination by a contractor?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Yes. Applicants for and recipients of services may appeal
					 any adverse determination by the contractor according to hearing procedures
					 specified in
					 RSA
					 205.10(a) and in
					 Chapter 79 of this title (relating to Legal Services).
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter C - GENERAL PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION › Section 376.333 - What should the contractor know about applicant or participant appeals?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
(a) An applicant or participant may appeal a
				  decision by the following methods:
(1) An
				  applicant or participant may follow the internal appeal procedures of the
				  contractor.
(2) An applicant or
				  participant may appeal to the Texas Department of Human Services (DHS), at
				  which time an in-person hearing will take place. The applicant or participant
				  must request a hearing within 10 days of the contractor's decision. DHS must
				  take final administrative action within 60 days of the date of request for the
				  hearing.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter D - EMPLOYMENT SERVICES: REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES (RSS) › Section 376.401 - What is the purpose of this subchapter?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
This subchapter includes the specific refugee social
					 services employment requirements.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter D - EMPLOYMENT SERVICES: REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES (RSS) › Section 376.403 - What criteria should be followed when providing refugee employment services?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Services for employment must meet the following
					 criteria:
(1) All assignments must be
				  within the scope of the individual's employability plan.
(2) Services or employment must be within the
				  capability of the individual to perform the task on a regular basis.
(3) The total daily commuting time to and
				  from home to the service or employment site normally must not exceed two
				  hours.
(4) The service or work site
				  must not be in violation of applicable federal, state, or local health and
				  safety standards.
(5) Assignments
				  must not be discriminatory in terms of sex, creed, color, or national
				  origin.
(6) Appropriate work may be
				  temporary, part-time, full-time, or seasonal work.
(7) Wages must meet or exceed the federal or
				  state minimum wage law.
(8) The
				  daily and weekly hours of work must not exceed those usual to the
				  position.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter D - EMPLOYMENT SERVICES: REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES (RSS) › Section 376.405 - How are refugees prioritized for employment services under Refugee Social Services (RSS) grants?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Services under RSS grant funding must be provided to
					 refugees in the following priority order:
(1) all newly arriving refugees within their
				  first year in the United States who apply for services;
(2) refugees who are receiving cash
				  assistance;
(3) unemployed refugees
				  who are not receiving cash assistance; and
(4) employed refugees in need of services to
				  keep employment or to gain economic self-sufficiency.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter D - EMPLOYMENT SERVICES: REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES (RSS) › Section 376.407 - How must Refugee Social Services (RSS) employment services be designed?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
(a) All RSS employment services must be
				  designed to meet the specific needs of refugees in keeping with the rules and
				  objectives of the refugee program.
(b) Vocational training, job skills training,
				  and on-the-job training can be provided through programs available in the
				  community. These training programs do not have to be designed specifically for
				  refugees as long as they meet the standard state requirements.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter D - EMPLOYMENT SERVICES: REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES (RSS) › Section 376.409 - What types of services are appropriate employment services?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Appropriate employment services include the development of
					 a family self-sufficiency plan and an individual employability plan, job
					 orientation, job clubs and workshops, job development, job referrals, job
					 search and job placement, and follow-up designed to help a refugee find
					 employment within one year of enrollment in the program.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter D - EMPLOYMENT SERVICES: REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES (RSS) › Section 376.411 - Can a contractor consider participants as a family unit if they do not live together?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
No. Participants must live together to be considered a
					 family unit.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter D - EMPLOYMENT SERVICES: REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES (RSS) › Section 376.413 - If two or more unrelated participants live together, are they considered a family unit?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
No. The contractor must consider unrelated participants who
					 live together individually under the Family Self-Sufficiency
					 Plan.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter D - EMPLOYMENT SERVICES: REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES (RSS) › Section 376.415 - Is a Family Self-Sufficiency Plan (FSSP) required for all employable participants?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Yes. The family and contractor must develop a FSSP for each
					 eligible family unit that addresses the family's need from the time of arrival
					 until they become economically independent. The FSSP must address
					 employment-related services and other social service needs and must:
(1) determine the income level needed for the
				  family to attain self-sufficiency;
(2) establish a strategy and timetable for
				  obtaining the level of family income needed;
(3) include an employability plan for every
				  member of the family who is employable; and
(4) include a plan to address the social
				  needs that may be barriers to self-sufficiency.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter D - EMPLOYMENT SERVICES: REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES (RSS) › Section 376.417 - What does an Individual Employability Plan include and how is it developed?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
An individual and contractor must develop an employability
					 plan as part of the Family Self Sufficiency plan and design it to:
(1) include strategies that will lead to the
				  refugee's earliest possible employment;
(2) be structured in a way that encourages
				  early employment;
(3) include a
				  definite employment goal, attainable in the shortest time period consistent
				  with the employability of the refugee; and
(4) address job search requirements, if
				  appropriate.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter D - EMPLOYMENT SERVICES: REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES (RSS) › Section 376.419 - Are refugees required to accept job offers?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Refugees must accept appropriate job offers even if it
					 interrupts planned program services unless:
(1) the refugee is currently participating in
				  a program that is in progress of on-the-job training or vocational training as
				  part of an approved employability plan;
(2) the position offered is vacant due to
				  strike, lockout, or other verifiable labor dispute; or
(3) the individual would be required to work
				  for an employer against the conditions of an existing union membership
				  agreement.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter D - EMPLOYMENT SERVICES: REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES (RSS) › Section 376.421 - What criteria must employment training services meet?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
The employment training must meet local employer
					 requirements, help the individual to be competitive in the local job market,
					 and lead to employment.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter D - EMPLOYMENT SERVICES: REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES (RSS) › Section 376.423 - Can employment training be provided beyond one year?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
No. All training programs should be completed and lead to
					 employment within one year of enrollment.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter D - EMPLOYMENT SERVICES: REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES (RSS) › Section 376.425 - Do participants in vocational employment training programs have to work while receiving training?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Yes. Vocational training should be provided to the greatest
					 extent possible outside normal working hours to allow for
					 employment.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter D - EMPLOYMENT SERVICES: REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES (RSS) › Section 376.427 - Can a contractor enroll a refugee in a professional recertification program?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Yes. If an individual is a professional in need of
					 professional refresher training and other recertification services in order to
					 qualify to practice his or her profession in the United States, the training
					 may consist of full-time attendance at a college or professional training
					 program provided that the training:
(1) is approved as part of the employability
				  plan;
(2) does not exceed 1
				  year;
(3) is expected to result in
				  relicensing upon completion; and
(4) is made available only to employed
				  individuals.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter E - EMPLOYMENT SERVICES: REFUGEE CASH ASSISTANCE (RCA) › Section 376.501 - What is the purpose of this subchapter?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
This subchapter includes the specific requirements for
					 providing Refugee Cash Assistance employment services.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter E - EMPLOYMENT SERVICES: REFUGEE CASH ASSISTANCE (RCA) › Section 376.503 - What regulations govern the Refugee Cash Assistance (RCA) program?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Regulations governing the RCA program are found in Chapter
					 7 of this title (relating to Refugee Cash Assistance and Medical Assistance
					 Programs).
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter E - EMPLOYMENT SERVICES: REFUGEE CASH ASSISTANCE (RCA) › Section 376.505 - What are the employment requirements for participants in the Refugee Cash Assistance (RCA) program?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Participants in the RCA program must meet all requirements
					 for employment established by federal regulations, which include:
(1) registering for work with a Refugee
				  Social Services or Targeted Assistance contractor providing employment
				  services, if available in the community, and
(2) participating in employability services
				  within 30 days of enrollment, including:
(A)
				  language services;
(B)
				  participating in job search or employment services;
(C) going to all job interviews;
				  and
(D) accepting appropriate
				  offers of employment.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter E - EMPLOYMENT SERVICES: REFUGEE CASH ASSISTANCE (RCA) › Section 376.507 - Can an applicant for refugee cash assistance claim adverse effects of accepting employment?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Yes. However, all claims that services or employment would
					 cause adverse mental or physical effects must be based on adequate medical
					 testimony from a physician or licensed certified psychologist who indicates
					 that participation would affect the individual's physical or mental health. If
					 approved by the provider, the applicant is not be required to participate in
					 employment activities.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter E - EMPLOYMENT SERVICES: REFUGEE CASH ASSISTANCE (RCA) › Section 376.509 - What are the employment requirements for Refugee Cash Assistance participants living outside of refugee resettlement areas?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
If a refugee-funded employment program is not available in
					 the area in which the refugee resides, the refugee must participate in other
					 appropriate employment services that are available in the
					 area.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter E - EMPLOYMENT SERVICES: REFUGEE CASH ASSISTANCE (RCA) › Section 376.511 - When must Refugee Cash Assistance (RCA) participants register for employment services?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
All non-exempt RCA recipients must register and participate
					 in employment services within 30 days of enrollment.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter E - EMPLOYMENT SERVICES: REFUGEE CASH ASSISTANCE (RCA) › Section 376.513 - Do contractors need to schedule and provide services for Refugee Cash Assistance (RCA) recipients?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Yes. Contractors must schedule and provide employment
					 services for all non-exempt RCA recipients to enable the recipients to meet the
					 30-day participation requirement.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter E - EMPLOYMENT SERVICES: REFUGEE CASH ASSISTANCE (RCA) › Section 376.515 - What are the requirements for Refugee Cash Assistance (RCA) recipients who are employed fewer than 30 hours per week?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
All non-exempt RCA recipients who are employed fewer than
					 30 hours per week must accept part-time employability services as long as these
					 services do not interfere with the recipient's job.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter E - EMPLOYMENT SERVICES: REFUGEE CASH ASSISTANCE (RCA) › Section 376.517 - Are there coordination requirements between employment services and Refugee Cash Assistance (RCA) providers?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Yes. RCA providers, Refugee Social Services, and Targeted
					 Assistance Grant employment providers must coordinate services for all RCA
					 recipients.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter E - EMPLOYMENT SERVICES: REFUGEE CASH ASSISTANCE (RCA) › Section 376.519 - What procedures must a contractor follow when authorizing or denying an applicant benefits?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Contractors must follow procedures established by federal
					 regulations under
					 RSA 400.54 as
					 applicable for a public/private administered program when authorizing or
					 denying services. This includes giving the participant a written notice that
					 clearly states:
(1) the
				  action;
(2) the reason(s) for the
				  action; and
(3) the right to a
				  hearing in the case of denial.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter F - ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL) SERVICES › Section 376.601 - What is the purpose of this subchapter?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
This subchapter includes the specific requirements for the
					 English as a Second Language component of refugee social
					 services.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter F - ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL) SERVICES › Section 376.602 - Can English as a Second Language (ESL) be provided as a stand-alone service?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
No. ESL must be provided at the same time as other
					 employability services or employment. To avoid interference with employment,
					 ESL must be provided outside normal working hours to the greatest extent
					 possible.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter G - OTHER EMPLOYABILITY SERVICES › Section 376.701 - What is the purpose of this subchapter?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
This subchapter includes the requirements for other
					 allowable employability services under refugee social
					 services.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter G - OTHER EMPLOYABILITY SERVICES › Section 376.703 - What other employability services may be provided under Refugee Social Services and Targeted Assistance grant-funded programs?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Contractors may provide the following additional
					 employability services in an effort to help participants find work and become
					 self-sufficient:
(1) information and
				  referral; and
(2) outreach and
				  social adjustment services, including:
(A)
				  emergency services;
(B)
				  health-related services;
(C) home
				  management services;
(D) day care
				  for children;
(E)
				  transportation;
(F) translation and
				  interpreter services;
(G) case
				  management services; and
(H)
				  assistance with acquiring citizenship and naturalization services and
				  adjustment of immigration status.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter G - OTHER EMPLOYABILITY SERVICES › Section 376.705 - What are outreach services?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Outreach services include activities designed to
					 familiarize refugees with available community services and to help them access
					 these services as needed.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter G - OTHER EMPLOYABILITY SERVICES › Section 376.707 - What are emergency services?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Emergency services provide assessment and short-term
					 counseling to individuals or families in crisis and provide appropriate
					 referrals to available resources.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter G - OTHER EMPLOYABILITY SERVICES › Section 376.709 - What are health services?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Health services include:
(1) information and referral to community
				  resources;
(2) assistance in
				  scheduling appointments and obtaining services; and
(3) counseling to assist individuals or
				  families to understand and identify physical and mental health needs.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter G - OTHER EMPLOYABILITY SERVICES › Section 376.711 - What are home management services?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Home management services include instruction on managing
					 household budgets, home maintenance, nutrition, housing standards and tenant's
					 rights, and other consumer education services.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter G - OTHER EMPLOYABILITY SERVICES › Section 376.713 - When can child day care services be provided?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Child day care services can be provided if it is necessary
					 for participation in employment services.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter G - OTHER EMPLOYABILITY SERVICES › Section 376.715 - What standards must child day care meet?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Child day care must meet the standards normally required by
					 the state in Temporary Assistance for Needy Family programs. Licensing
					 standards for day care facilities are established by the Texas Department of
					 Protective and Regulatory Services. Payment for child day care may also be made
					 to certain relatives, including grandparents, aunts and uncles, and siblings
					 over the age of 18 who do not live in the same household.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter G - OTHER EMPLOYABILITY SERVICES › Section 376.717 - When can transportation services be provided?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Transportation services defined in the Refugee Social
					 Services Provider Manual can be provided if the service is needed to help find
					 or keep employment.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter G - OTHER EMPLOYABILITY SERVICES › Section 376.719 - What are citizenship and naturalization services?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Citizenship and naturalization services include:
(1) English-language training and civics
				  instruction to prepare for citizenship application or adjustment of
				  status;
(2) assistance to disabled
				  refugees in obtaining disability waivers from English and civics requirements
				  for naturalization; and
(3)
				  interpreter and translation assistance for the citizenship interview.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter G - OTHER EMPLOYABILITY SERVICES › Section 376.721 - Can immigration fee payments be made under Refugee Social Services (RSS) contracts?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
No. Immigration fee payments are not allowed under RSS or
					 Targeted Assistance grant funding.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter H - TARGETED ASSISTANCE GRANT (TAG) SERVICES › Section 376.801 - What is the purpose of this subchapter?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
This subchapter provides the specific requirements for
					 Targeted Assistance Grant (TAG) programs.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter H - TARGETED ASSISTANCE GRANT (TAG) SERVICES › Section 376.802 - What is a Targeted Assistance Grant (TAG)?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
TAG provides funding to states in which, because of factors
					 such as large refugee populations (over 3,000 within a five-year time period)
					 and/or high use of public assistance by refugees, there is a demonstrated need
					 to supplement available resources for refugees.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter H - TARGETED ASSISTANCE GRANT (TAG) SERVICES › Section 376.803 - Are Targeted Assistance Grant (TAG) programs subject to the same regulations as other Refugee Social Services (RSS) programs?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Yes. TAG programs must follow the same regulations as other
					 RSS programs.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter H - TARGETED ASSISTANCE GRANT (TAG) SERVICES › Section 376.804 - What services are allowable under Targeted Assistance Grant (TAG) programs?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Allowable services under TAG programs include the scope of
					 services under § 9.302 of this title (relating to What services may be
					 provided to assist refugees with employability skills?)
Texas Administrative Code › Title 1 - ADMINISTRATION › Part 15 - TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION › Chapter 376 - REFUGEE SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter H - TARGETED ASSISTANCE GRANT (TAG) SERVICES › Section 376.805 - Which refugee groups receive priority for services under Targeted Assistance Grant (TAG) programs?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Services under TAG programs must be provided to refugees in
					 the following order of priority:
(1)
				  cash assistance recipients;
(2)
				  unemployed refugees who are not receiving cash assistance; and
(3) employed refugees in need of services to
				  retain or improve employment.