Once the individual employment service plan is developed based on a comprehensive needs assessment, it is mutually agreed upon between the client and service provider, and signed by both parties, the client is officially accepted into the program. At this point we refer to a client as a program participant.
Sub-Topic: Case Assessment
Can the client have more than one service plan?
No, a client may only have one open service plan.
Is it appropriate to connect with my client’s caseworker for other community or income support programs they receive?
Yes, it is recommended that service providers make those connections to other community services used by the client. As many Youth Job Connection (YJC) service providers also deliver other services, these connections will be pre-existing for many service providers. As incentives are provided through YJC, it is important for the service provider to have a… Continue reading Is it appropriate to connect with my client’s caseworker for other community or income support programs they receive?
Should a client file remain open while they are accessing community services in the short term?
Yes, based on the client situation, they could participate in community services and Youth Job Connection concurrently. It is at the discretion of the service provider to determine if the client is prepared to participate immediately, or if it is appropriate to refer to other types of support or assistance before beginning Youth Job Connection.