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- Program-specific Requirements for Adult, Dislocated Worker, and Youth Activities under Title I-B
The Unified or Combined State Plan must include the following with respect to activities carried out under subtitle B--
a. 2. D. Describe How the State Provides Early Intervention (e.g., Rapid Response) to Worker Groups on Whose Behalf a Trade Adjustment Assistance (taa) Petition Has Been Filed. (section 134(a)(2)(a).) This Description Must Include How the State Disseminates Benefit Information to Provide Trade-affected Workers in the Groups Identified in the Taa Petitions with an Accurate Understanding of the Provision of Taa Benefits and Services in Such a Way That They Are Transparent to the Trade-affected Dislocated Worker Applying for Them (trade Act Sec. 221(a)(2)(a) and Sec. 225; Governor- Secretary Agreement). Describe How the State Will Use Funds That Have Been Reserved for Rapid Response to Provide Services for Every Worker Group That Files a Taa Petition.
Current Narrative:
One-Stop TAA staff in Idaho have the background and experience to provide a comprehensive One-Stop assessment through their work with WIOA, ES, UI and TAA programs. Through the collection and analysis of participant information, staff can determine the best mix of services necessary for a TAA participant to obtain employment. Information areas may include an applicant’s needs, strengths, support systems, education, job skills, interests and career objectives and current work search activities. Information may be gathered informally, via interviews or observations, or formally via assessment tools such as aptitude tests, computer assisted programs and interest inventories. Utilizing this information, these state-merit staff have the tools to guide participants in their work search and career development plans, which includes the option for occupational training through fulfillment of the required six criteria as allowed under TAA. Completing assessment activities for TAA participants eventually helps them “navigate” access to the appropriate One-Stop programs and services, as well as other community services.