Under W-2, there is no entitlement to assistance, but there is a place for everyone who is willing to work to their ability. The programme is available to all parents with minor children, low assets and low income. The W-2 agency supports the participant's efforts to secure employment. These trial job contracts are a way to help the employer cover the cost of training a person who might need extra support in the first three to six months. Trial jobs are expected to result in permanent positions.
Participants receive at least a minimum wage for every hour of work.
For those who need to practise the work habits and skills necessary to be hired by a regular employer, Community Service Jobs are developed in the community. W-2 participants are limited to 24 months in a single work option category, other than unsubsidised employment. The maximum lifetime participation limit is 60 months in work option components. Extensions may be available on a limited basis when local labour market conditions preclude opportunities. Employment supports A major part of W-2 consists of the related support services and features designed to facilitate access to and sustain employment.