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NON-EDUCATION, NON-WORK COMPONENT: JOB SEARCH TRAINING Description of the component. Provide a summary of the activities and services. Designed to enhance the job search skills of participants by providing instruction in job seeking techniques, motivation, and self–confidence to ensure of job readiness and employment. Job Search Training activities may include, but are not limited to: Employability assessments, Resume writing, Job placement services, Instruction and support related to seeking employment, Workplace etiquette workshops, and Career planning. Job Search Training not to exceed 120 hours per month unless the participant volunteer for additional hours. Job Search Training is limited to 16 weeks. Indicate the Target Population this component will serve. Select all that apply. ABAWDs Homeless Returning citizens (aka: ex-offenders) Single parents Students Those that reside in rural areas Underemployed Veterans Describe the criteria for participation. Include the skills, knowledge, or experience necessary for participation in the component. For example, literacy or numeracy levels, recent labor market attachment, computer literacy, etc. Criteria for participation: To get the most out of the component, participants would need to have the ability to read. Participants are not required to have a specific reading level however, providers screen participants to determine reading level and complete an employability assessment in order to determine the level of employability as well as a willingness to learn and adapt to changes in a work environment. Individuals would need to be habitually unemployed and/or difficulty maintaining employment. To ensure participants benefit, the level of effort should be structured, active, and measurable. Key expectations: Assessment & Planning: At enrollment, assess strengths, barriers, and training needs. Co-create a job search plan (goals, timelines, needed supports), adjusting intensity by risk level. Document in the case notes. Instruction / Workshops: Provide regular, structured classes (e.g. resume writing, interviewing, job search techniques, workplace etiquette). Encourage active participation (assignments, mock interviews). 1/29/26, 8:19 AM State Plan LA FY26 - Original Submission https://dam-fns.usda.gov/sites/default/files/microsite/snapet-lafy26stateplan//index.html 57/115