Section 67-25-055. Eligibility determination—Notice to applicant.

(1) The applicant shall be notified in writing, using appropriate modes of communication, and in the individual's native language if necessary, of the action taken on eligibility or ineligibility.

(2) The applicant shall be advised of the right to appeal any eligibility decision made by the department concerning the applicant including: The procedure to request mediation and fair hearing in accordance with WAC 67-25-570; and a description of client assistance program services.

(3) If an applicant is determined ineligible for vocational rehabilitation services, the notice shall clearly specify how he or she failed to meet the eligibility criteria set forth in WAC 67-25-030.

(4) If the applicant is determined eligible for vocational rehabilitation services, the notice shall clearly specify the date of eligibility certification.

(5) If the vocational rehabilitation counselor determines that an applicant is not eligible for vocational rehabilitation services, the rehabilitation counselor will provide the individual with information and referral to other agencies or organizations that may provide services to meet the individual's employment related needs.

[Statutory Authority: Chapter 74.18 RCW. WSR 05-08-097, § 67-25-055, filed 4/4/05, effective 5/5/05. Statutory Authority: Chapter 74.15 RCW. WSR 95-06-057, § 67-25-055, filed 2/28/95, effective 3/31/95. Statutory Authority: 1983 c 194 § 18. WSR 84-01-042 (Order 83-08), § 67-25-055, filed 12/15/83. Formerly WAC 67-20-055.]

Chapter 74.18 RCW. WSR 05-08-097, § 67-25-055, filed 4/4/05, effective 5/5/05. Statutory Authority: Chapter 74.15 RCW. WSR 95-06-057, § 67-25-055, filed 2/28/95, effective 3/31/95. Statutory Authority: 1983 c 194 § 18. WSR 84-01-042 (Order 83-08), § 67-25-055, filed 12/15/83. Formerly WAC 67-20-055.

Rules

67-25-570,67-25-030,