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1235.015.00 AUTHORIZING WORKER DUTIES

CD11-90/OEC-19 – October 17, 2011

The authorizing worker is responsible for taking applications, determining the family’s eligibility for services, authorizing services, maintaining and updating case records, and notification to the family.

NOTE:  IM staff should screen for participation in Child Care through the Children’s Division (CD) prior to authorizing child care services. When applicable, the child care worker should maintain close contact with the family’s CD worker to ensure they are both aware of the family’s current situation and that there is no duplication of services.