Maybe you could start with some part-time volunteer work? See how it goes for 6 months and then find some paid work? That way you'd still have the benefit of some structure / socializing but without the pressure of finding/maintaining a 'real' job (not that I view volunteer work as any less important...often it's some of the most important work out there). Might also build your confidence, making the interview process more manageable + volunteering = food for the soul.

Of course this wouldn't immediately solve $ issues, but could possibly be a step in the right direction.