Independent Job Search

The job seeker assumes more responsibility for job seeking activities when engaged in an independent job search.  The case manager must assume an active role in monitoring this activity.  The job search plan must be detailed in the Self-Sufficiency Contract including:

1. The number of job contacts required per week;
2. The method(s) of contact, whether by telephone, in person or via the Internet;
3. The type of contact(s) to be made:
   1. Personal inquiry;
   2. Interview;
   3. Completion and submission of a job application;
   4. Submission of a resume;
   5. Informational interview; and/or
   6. Completion of tests required for employment; and
4. The job seeker’s requirements for contacting and reporting his/her contacts and progress to his/her case manager.

The participant must be informed that the case manager will verify job contacts.  The case manager must not routinely require written verification from the employer.

If the participant is assessed to have sufficient skills in completing a job application and resume, interviewing, knowledge of workplace expectations, and effective job seeking skills, s/he may be considered for independent job search without having to attend a group job search workshop.  However, if the participant is not making progress in an independent job search, the Self-Sufficiency Contract will be re-evaluated for possible inclusion of group job search workshop.