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NON-EDUCATION, NON-WORK COMPONENT: SUPERVISED JOB SEARCH Provide a summary of the State guidelines implementing supervised job search. For FFY 26, CTPathways will be expanding the offering of supervised job search (SJS) to multiple providers. DSS looks at unemployment across the state as a factor and the ability for a partner to facilitate the need for services. The SNAP E&T coordinator at each provider offers classes and trainings on interview preparedness, job search techniques, virtual interviewing, and assists participants with criminal records navigate finding employment opportunities. The coordinator assists E&T participants with creating or revising resumes and completing job applications. An onsite computer lab is available to all participants at E&T provider locations. All SNAP E&T providers offering SJS conduct assessments with each individual prior to engaging them in any type of component. We ask the providers to inquire about the barriers an individual has, their past employment history and any relevant educational background prior to engaging with an individual in a Supervised Job Search component. If someone is not a good fit for immediate employment a voluntary referral can be made to a vocational training location/provider to help the individual build the necessary skills/education/certifications to obtain employment. All job search activities are monitored and documented. Initial assessments and services provided must be documented monthly in CTPathways for tracking and case management purposes. Describe the direct path to employment. The SNAP E&T coordinators for this component have relationships with the American Job Center (AJC) in their region to guide efforts. AJC offers additional services, including job fairs, recruitment, and other direct links to local employers. In addition to the relationship with the American Job Center, the Homeless Hospitality Center of New London builds direct relationships with area employers to increase job placement. Friendship Service Center has a direct connection to CW Resources, a non-profit organization focused on vocational rehabilitation and employment services for individuals with disabilities, veterans, and the economically disadvantaged. They provide skills training, job support, and career opportunities, partnering with small businesses to create inclusive workplaces. CW Resources also offers various services like janitorial, landscaping, and food service, often through contracts with government and commercial customers. 1/28/26, 11:04 AM State Plan CT FY26 - Original Submission https://dam-fns.usda.gov/sites/default/files/microsite/snapet-ctfy26stateplan//index.html 43/96