CalWORKs Welfare-to-Work Services

Welfare to Work services are provided to eligible CalWORKs adults to assist them in becoming self-sufficient. Services include:

• Supportive services to assist individuals that are working or participating in an approved Welfare-to-Work activity and include:
  • Child Care
  • Bus passes or gas money
  • Work or training related expenses, including clothing, books, class fees, etc.
• Job Readiness workshops and job search assistance
• Job Placement assistance
• Motivational workshops
• Mentoring
• Assessment: Two day comprehensive evaluation of skills, interests and abilities of participants
• Learning Disability Screening and Evaluation
• Vocational Training
• GED/HS Diploma/Basic Education
• Work experience (unpaid/paid)
• Mental Health services
• Substance Abuse services
• Domestic Abuse counseling
• Employment Preparation Program (unpaid worksite)
• Career advancement/retention services
• Monthly contact with Social Service Worker

For more information: California Department of Social Services - Welfare-to-Work

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