child Support assistance Program - NCPEP
The Non-Custodial Parent Employment Program (NCPEP) in Florida aims to help unemployed or underemployed non-custodial parents find and maintain jobs, enabling them to fulfill their child support obligations.
Goals of NCPEP
sERVICES OFFERED
- Increase Child Support Payments: The primary goal is to increase the amount and consistency of child support payments by helping NCPEPs secure stable employment.
- Promote Parental Involvement: Beyond financial support, these programs aim to foster greater involvement of NCPEP in their children’s lives.
- Reduce Arrears: By helping NCPEPs find work, these programs aim to reduce the accumulation of child support arrears (past-due payments).
- Improve Family Well-being: By strengthening the financial stability of NCPs, these programs contribute to the overall well-being of families
- Job Readiness Training: This includes workshops and training on resume writing, interviewing skills, job searching techniques, and workplace etiquette.
- Job Placement Assistance: Programs often partner with local employers to identify job openings and connect NCPEPs with potential employers.
- Skills Assessment and Training: Programs may offer assessments to identify existing skills and provide training opportunities to enhance employability.
- Support Services: These can include assistance with transportation, childcare, clothing for interviews, and other needs that might hinder job seeking.
- Case Management: Case managers work individually with NCPEPs to develop personalized employment plans, monitor progress, and provide ongoing support.
- Financial Literacy Training: This helps NCPEPs manage their finances effectively and understand the importance of consistent child support payments.