Individuals who have applied for SNAP benefits and have been deemed an ABAWD by the Department of Children and Families (DCF) are referred to CareerSource Pinellas for participation in the SNAP E&T program. Participation includes 80 hours a month (average 20 hours per week) of activities to include: employment, job search/job search training, vocational training/education, and work experience. Activities are designed to meet the needs of participants in gaining skills, training, and experience that will increase their ability to obtain self-sufficiency.
If you feel that you have been referred in error, please notify DCF immediately by calling 850-400-4323. We strongly encourage you to complete steps 1-3 to learn about the program, remain in compliance, and avoid the loss of food assistance benefits should DCF maintain your ABAWD status.
To begin work registration, visit http://osstclient.deo.myflorida.com/. You may be prompted to update security questions before you can complete the remaining steps. You must stay logged in to complete all steps.
Please click HERE for directions to complete the SNAP Work Registration.
After the Orientation is complete you will be directed to Employ Florida to update your profile.
Follow the link to EmployFlorida.com.
Make sure you complete the registration (if not previously registered) or sign in.
Complete a background wizard.
Complete a comprehensive resume.
Search and apply for at least 1 job.
Now return to https://osstclient.deo.myflorida.com/ to complete your Assessment and set an appointment.
Under Step 2 click on the word here to start your Assessment. If prompted for a password, this will be the password you used to log in or updated during your initial log in. After the Assessment is complete, you will be required to select a date and time for an appointment to meet with a Career Counselor.
Click on Step 3 to schedule your self-selected appointment date and time to complete your Employment Plan. Appointments are currently being completed via phone. During this appointment you will select your activity assignment to complete your 80 monthly hours.
Once Steps 1-3 are completed and your appointment is confirmed you are then done with the SNAP Employment and Training work registration. Be sure to attend your scheduled appointment to avoid interruptions in benefits.
If you have incurred transportation expenses during the completion of your assigned tasks during a month you are an ABAWD you may request a transportation reimbursement. Please note there is a monthly maximum of $25 that can be requested if proof of completion of hours are submitted. Please discuss this with your SNAP Career Counselor to ensure the proper documentation is submitted to process a transportation reimbursement request.
CareerSource Hillsborough Pinellas is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
All voice telephone numbers on this website may be reached by persons using TTY/TDD equipment via the Florida Relay Service at 711.