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1.1.I.95 Independently of a programme of support
Note: This topic is under review due to the commencement of DES on 1 March 2010.
Definition
This definition applies to people who claimed DSP on or after 1 July 2006 and those who claimed DSP between 11 May 2005 and 30 June 2006 and have been reviewed and assessed as eligible for DSP under the 15 hour rule since 1 July 2006.
Independently of a programme of support means a recipient is able to work 15 or more hours per week where wages are at or above the relevant minimum wage in the open labour market without requiring any assistance or services to maintain the employment.
A person is treated as doing work independently of a programme of support if the person:
What is a programme of support
A programme of support is a programme that is wholly funded by the Australian Government - including the DEN - or a type that is similar.
What is occasional support
Occasional support includes intermittent support provided to a person, who having completed up to 2 years with the DEN, continues to receive a couple of hours assistance over the next 12 months to ensure that they are able to work independently in employment.
What is ongoing support
Ongoing support includes a programme provided to a person by the DEN which is required for more than 2 years. Ongoing support is provided to workers placed into employment to ensure that the worker is able to maintain employment.
What is support that is not ongoing
Support that is not ongoing includes the DEN for 2 years or less. Six months post placement support with a JSA provider is also support that is not ongoing.
Act reference: SSAct section 94 (4) A person is treated as doing work independently of a program of support...
Policy reference: SS Guide 3.6.2.112 Assessment of Continuing Inability to Work - 15 Hour Rule
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Last reviewed: 21 September 2009
