Overview of Cash Programs
Webinar | Available
This introductory course looks at the public benefit system as a whole and reviews different categories of eligibility, income, immigration status, insurance-based benefits vs. needs-based benefits, and more.
In addition, we will introduce advocates to three major cash benefit programs:
- Cash Assistance
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
- Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
Lastly, we will review free available resources online.
Case examples and best practices to bring back to the work setting are included throughout the course.
Target Audience: Social service professionals new to the world of public benefits, as well as for those who may need a refresher!
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- This course is accredited by the NYS:
- Education Department’s State Board for Social Work for LMSW/LCSW (#SW-0213) and LMHC (#MHC-0247) for 2.0 contact hours.
- Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) (ETP-#1456) for CPP Initial/Renewal, CPS Initial/Renewal, CASAC Renewal for 2.0 clock hours.
Leslie Bailey
Director of Training, Benefits Plus Learning Center
Leslie Bailey, specializing in public benefit programs for over 25 years, oversees all aspects of the Benefits Plus Learning Center training program; from facilitating courses, to designing new courses to the implementation of the continuing education program. She focuses on cash benefit programs such as SSI, SSDI and Cash Assistance and food programs, as well as programs that provide support to working families like child care.
She has authored several chapters for the Learning Center’s premier publication Benefits Plus Online.
Leslie began her career providing benefit counseling to low-income families and individuals. She holds a social work degree from Lehman College.
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