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Welfare Transition Program
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Once you have completed work registration and DCF has approved your cash benefits, you are referred as a mandatory participant in the Welfare Transition (WT) program. You will receive a Notice of Mandatory Activity in the mail. Review the notice carefully and complete the required activities, an initial assessment, and attend an initial appointment with CareerSource Southwest Florida staff
Career Development Training
You have been referred to CareerSource Southwest Florida to engage in the Welfare Transition Program (WTP) based on information received from the Department of Children and Families (DCF). WTP enables recipients of Temporary Cash Assistance to shift from the support of publicly funded programs to career pathway employment by emphasizing self-sufficiency and personal responsibility. Recipients of Temporary Cash Assistance are required to register for work and participate in work activities to prepare for the entry or reentry to the workforce and job retention.
In order to participate in the Welfare Transition Program, individuals must first apply with the Department of Children and Families (DCF). To apply, please visit the Florida Department of Children and Families Access Florida website.
Individuals who are required to participate in the WT program, will receive a Notification of Mandatory Action letter with instructions. To maintain eligibility for TANF benefits, participants must complete between 35 to 40 hours per week of work-related activity.
Apply for Cash Assistance
Your business relies on a strong, skilled team of employees to be successful. The CareerSource Southwest Florida network is committed to helping Florida businesses recruit specialized talent, hire new team member, and train existing employees.
Sanction Lift Request
Request a Temporary Cash Assistance penalty lift if one of the following items apply to you:Â Â
- Update or report new information
- Notice from DCF for non compliance with work requirements
- Mandated to participate in the Supplementatal Nutrition employment porgram
- Benefits expired and must reapplyÂ
- Required to re-apply for benefitsÂ
Cash Assistance Guide
Once you have completed work registration and DCF has approved your cash benefits, you are referred as a mandatory participant in the Welfare Transition (WT) program. You will receive a Notice of Mandatory Activity in the mail. Review the notice carefully and complete the required activities, an initial assessment, and attend an initial appointment with CareerSource Southwest Florida staff