The Community Employment (CE) Scheme has two options, namely:
Part Time Integration Option, which is a CE option with a maximum duration of 1 year and is for persons who have been in receipt of qualifying payment for 12 months or more.
Part Time Job Option, which is a CE option with a maximum duration of 3 years and is for persons who have been in receipt of qualifying payments for a period of 36 months or more. Contracts are subject to renewal, which is not automatic.
With effect from the 3rd April 2000, participation on CE is limited, in a person's lifetime to:
A total of 3 years (156 weeks) for persons under 55 years of age.
A total of 6 years (312 weeks) for persons aged between 55 years and 65.
The person concerned is eligible to apply for a position on a Community Employment Scheme and should be advised to contact his local Employment Services office to register and progress his application.