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I understand you're frustration. I left my former job when my contract expired, work was proving unsafe, and the lack of guaranteed work as supervisor meant I would keep my promise to the SO that I would leave (this is due to 10-4 nature of the job).
That was mid-December when I left the well-paying technical work of the down-and-out world of Canadian forestry. Not surprisingly I couldn't find a job for 2.5 months, ran out of savings in the first month, and racked-up $1500 on a credit card that had nearly been paid off. I applied to every online and paper advertisement for positions in, and out, of my industry. I've had a handful of interviews. I have one part-time job at Starbucks.
The other posters have given you solid advice, even if some demonstrate some ignorance to the severity of the economy on employment. Take the temp jobs; apply for everything; tailor your resume and cover letter to maximize your chances; visit recruiters; find the business directory for the industry(ies) you wish to work in and apply, Apply, APPLY!
Over come your interview problems. Join Toastmasters. Practice speech in front of the mirror. Eliminate expenses. Contribute to your household as much as possible. Paydown or eliminate credit card use anyway possible.
A footnote on online job boards: they are not any different than the newspaper classifieds. They receive the same amount traffic per position. But there is a higher volume of positions. Use the web for finding recruiters, temp agencies, and business associations.
Finally, keep a positive attitude. Not all of the blame is one you, nor will it affect everything in your life, nor will it continue forever.
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Where there is doubt there is freedom.
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