7.2.4.2 Moving from Other W-2 Placements to CMJ

CMJ is generally only available to W-2 applicants. However, in limited situations, participants in certain placements may move into CMJ if they meet CMJ eligibility criteria. (See 7.2.4.3 ) The table below outlines CMJ eligibility based on prior placement.

W-2 Placement Eligible to move into a CMJ Community Service Job (CSJ, CSJ 1/3, CSJ 1/2, CSJ 2/3) No W-2 Transitions (W-2 T) No Custodial Parent Trial Employment Match Program (TMP) Noncustodial Parent Trial Employment Match Program (TNP) No Custodial Parent of an Infant (CMC) Sometimes The CMC participant may be considered for a CMJ placement if they were not in an ARP, CSJ (including partial CSJ), or W-2 T placement prior to going into CMC. At-Risk Pregnancy (ARP) No Case Management Follow-up (CMF) Case Management Follow-up Plus (CMF+) Case Management Underemployed (CMU) Yes Individuals in a CMF, CMF+, or a CMU may be considered for a CMJ placement. However, moving from CMU, CMF+, or CMF to CMJ is only appropriate for individuals who are able to find and keep full-time employment. Case Management Minor Parents (CMM) Sometimes The minor parent may be considered for a CMJ placement if the minor parent turns 18, has a high school diploma or equivalent, and a work history. Case Management Pregnant Woman (CMP) No Case Management Noncustodial Parents (CMN) Stipends for Noncustodial Parents (TSP) Sometimes The NCP Noncustodial Parent may be considered for a CMJ if they become a custodial parent. Case Management Denied (CMD) Sometimes The CMD participant may be considered for a CMJ if the extension denial reason was that the local labor market has jobs the participant could have gotten. (See 2.10.6.3)