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NON-EDUCATION, NON-WORK COMPONENT: SUPERVISED JOB SEARCH Provide a summary of the State guidelines implementing supervised job search. Please note: Arizona tracks this activity under (JOB) instead of (SJS). This activity is conducted by SNAP CAN Providers and requires the participant to complete their activity while being monitored on their progress. Participants who are work-ready (as determined by an assessment), are recently unemployed, or who prefer job search to other components will be referred to this activity. The level of effort should be comparable to spending approximately 12 hours a month for two months making job contacts. The time limit for this component is 12 weeks within 12 months. If a participant reaches the maximum number of hours, their provider is directed to refer the participant to a different component. The State screens provider locations through a service description assessment where State staff determine whether criteria is met. State staff approve provider locations for Supervised Job Search based on (1) skilled staff able to identify labor market needs, (2) access to computers and the internet, and (3) the ability to track hours. These three criteria markers are tailored to meet the needs of participants for the purpose of interacting with a provider that has the necessary knowledge and skills to guide and support participants through a successful job search. Supervision of individual or group activities take place at SNAP CAN Providers' facilities, in a computer lab/resource room, or virtually through Zoom and other conferencing platforms or systems. Providers with virtual options can operate through a laptop loaner program, which includes providing a hotspot device for internet needs. This is part of the operational/administration reimbursement cost. Providers can cover a monthly internet cost to participants under reimbursement as well. Providers have monthly contact with individuals regarding their case and progress. Supervised Job Search may be combined with job readiness or other qualifying components as appropriate. Describe the direct path to employment. While SNAP CAN Providers are responsible for intake and referral to the correct activity, SNAP CAN staff closely monitors success to ensure supervised job search leads to employment opportunities for individuals enrolled in this activity. On a quarterly basis, IT Staff run a report and pull the number of individuals who were enrolled in and obtained employment through participation in SNAP CAN. Additionally, SNAP CAN Providers turn in a monthly report where they are required to inform SNAP CAN staff of any changes to the employment status of participants. ADES also collects the wage provided and if any benefits are offered. The goal is not just for participants to have a job, but rather to have meaningful employment that leads to economic mobility. The component the participant is enrolled in is listed on the same PAS Report so SNAP CAN staff can see if individuals are succeeding in Supervised Job Search. Each month and quarter ADES can see exactly how successful each SNAP CAN Provider is with Supervised Job Search. 1/27/26, 9:53 AM State Plan AZ FY26 - Original Submission https://dam-fns.usda.gov/sites/default/files/microsite/snapet-azfy26stateplan//index.html 58/130