2.9.2.1 Allowable Up-Front Job Search Activities

When assigning up-front job search activities, the W-2 agency must:

Record the assignment of up-front job search activities on the W-2 Up-Front Requirements CWW CARES Worker Web page;

Develop an individualized EP Employability Plan for all applicants assigned to up-front job search activities; and

Assist the applicant in their up-front job search activities.

(See the Activity Codes Appendix for up-front job search activity codes and definitions)

Examples of W-2 agency support in the up-front job search, includes but is not limited to:

Conducting career assessment and career exploration activities to help match applicants with appropriate job leads;

Developing job opportunities by identifying job openings, marketing applicants to employers, and securing job interviews;

Helping applicants create resumes and complete job applications;

Structuring employment searches to meet applicants’ needs, including independent job search, job club activities for peer support, and job lead sharing;

Providing job leads to businesses hiring individuals with the applicant’s skills; and

Maintaining regular communication with the applicant throughout the job search to review progress and offer support.