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Workforce Santa Cruz County offers specialized programs for young adults (16-24) and adult (18+) job seekers and employees, including members of our community with disabilities, military veterans, and dislocated workers. Our services offer wide range of programs to improve skills, discover career pathways, participate in training, and more:

. CalJOBS: CalJOBS is California's online resource to help job seekers navigate the state's workforce services. You can search and apply for jobs, create rsums, find education and training, download the CalJOBS app, and more.
. Young Adults: Get help to develop skills, search and apply for jobs, network and connect to community resources.
. Dislocated Workers: If you are 18 years or older, access our no-cost services to find a stable job or training for a new career. We can help you figure out what kind of career would be best for you through customized services specific to individuals who have been terminated or laid off, or have received a notice of termination or layoff.
. Veterans: Veterans Career Services are available for unemployed and underemployed veterans and their spouses and include access to training, job search and placement assistance, and other supportive services.
. Training: Workforce Santa Cruz County provides adult (18+) and youth (16-24) job seekers and employees with access to a wide range of programs to improve skills, discover career pathways, participate in training, and so much more. Eligible youth may co-enroll in both youth and adult programs.

Learn more: https://workforcescc.com/job-seekers/

Categories

Career Entrance Examinations
Public Access Computers/Tools
Computer Access Aids
Youth Employment Programs
Job Finding Assistance
Fairs/Exhibitions
Employment Preparation
Ex-Offender Employment Programs
Workshops/Symposiums
Veteran Employment Programs
Social Skills Training
Homeless Employment Programs
Youth Work Permits
Comprehensive Job Assistance Centers
Return to Education Support
Provides information services, free access to computers and printers, free WiFi access, free access to books, movies, audiobooks, and music for education, entertainment, and personal enrichment.

Also offers research assistance, early literacy programs, book groups, craft programs, STEM/STEAM-based programs, the Genealogical Society and local history collections, meeting rooms for non-profit use, and programs to support lifelong learning and cultural experiences.

Provides resources (books, technology, streaming audiobooks, video, ebooks, reference databases, news), services (Homework Help, Online Tutoring, help finding information, job search, workforce development, housing search, connecting to community resources), programs (ACT Advisory Council for Teens, Coding, Computer Animation, Dungeons & Dragons, craft programs, community conversations, book and film clubs), volunteer opportunities.

Career Exploration, Cultural and Recreational Activities, Science & Math Subject Matters, Socio-Emotional Learning, Technology Support Services, Tutoring Services, Youth Advocacy/Civic Engagement.

Stress Busters: Balanced Nutrition, Experiencing Nature, Mental Healthcare, Mindfulness Practices, Physical Activity, Supportive Relationships

Categories

Adolescent/Youth Counseling
General Counseling Services
Assistive Technology Information
Early Literacy Development Programs
Tutoring Services
Public Internet Access Sites
Cultural Heritage Groups
Employment Preparation
Youth Development
Public Libraries
Family Literacy Programs
Career Entrance Examinations
Outdoor Environmental Education
Computer Literacy Training Programs
Physical Activity and Fitness Education/Promotion
Women's Support Groups
Adult Literacy Programs
Parent Support Groups
Youth Literacy Programs
Nutrition Education
Science and Mathematics Clubs/Societies
Youth/Student Support Groups
General Recreational Activities/Sports
Advocacy
Provides information services, free access to computers and printers, free WiFi access, free access to books, movies, audiobooks, and music for education, entertainment, and personal enrichment.

Also offers research assistance, early literacy programs, book groups, craft programs, STEM/STEAM-based programs, the Genealogical Society and local history collections, meeting rooms for non-profit use, and programs to support lifelong learning and cultural experiences.

Provides resources (books, technology, streaming audiobooks, video, ebooks, reference databases, news), services (Homework Help, Online Tutoring, help finding information, job search, workforce development, housing search, connecting to community resources), programs (ACT Advisory Council for Teens, Coding, Computer Animation, Dungeons & Dragons, craft programs, community conversations, book and film clubs), volunteer opportunities.

Career Exploration, Cultural and Recreational Activities, Science & Math Subject Matters, Socio-Emotional Learning, Technology Support Services, Tutoring Services, Youth Advocacy/Civic Engagement.

Stress Busters: Balanced Nutrition, Experiencing Nature, Mental Healthcare, Mindfulness Practices, Physical Activity, Supportive Relationships

Categories

Adolescent/Youth Counseling
General Counseling Services
Assistive Technology Information
Early Literacy Development Programs
Tutoring Services
Public Internet Access Sites
Cultural Heritage Groups
Employment Preparation
Youth Development
Public Libraries
Family Literacy Programs
Career Entrance Examinations
Outdoor Environmental Education
Computer Literacy Training Programs
Physical Activity and Fitness Education/Promotion
Women's Support Groups
Adult Literacy Programs
Parent Support Groups
Youth Literacy Programs
Nutrition Education
Science and Mathematics Clubs/Societies
Youth/Student Support Groups
General Recreational Activities/Sports
Advocacy
Provides information services, free access to computers and printers, free WiFi access, free access to books, movies, audiobooks, and music for education, entertainment, and personal enrichment.

Also offers research assistance, early literacy programs, book groups, craft programs, STEM/STEAM-based programs, the Genealogical Society and local history collections, meeting rooms for non-profit use, and programs to support lifelong learning and cultural experiences.

Provides resources (books, technology, streaming audiobooks, video, ebooks, reference databases, news), services (Homework Help, Online Tutoring, help finding information, job search, workforce development, housing search, connecting to community resources), programs (ACT Advisory Council for Teens, Coding, Computer Animation, Dungeons & Dragons, craft programs, community conversations, book and film clubs), volunteer opportunities.

Career Exploration, Cultural and Recreational Activities, Science & Math Subject Matters, Socio-Emotional Learning, Technology Support Services, Tutoring Services, Youth Advocacy/Civic Engagement.

Stress Busters: Balanced Nutrition, Experiencing Nature, Mental Healthcare, Mindfulness Practices, Physical Activity, Supportive Relationships

Categories

Adolescent/Youth Counseling
General Counseling Services
Assistive Technology Information
Early Literacy Development Programs
Tutoring Services
Public Internet Access Sites
Cultural Heritage Groups
Employment Preparation
Youth Development
Public Libraries
Family Literacy Programs
Career Entrance Examinations
Outdoor Environmental Education
Computer Literacy Training Programs
Physical Activity and Fitness Education/Promotion
Women's Support Groups
Adult Literacy Programs
Parent Support Groups
Youth Literacy Programs
Nutrition Education
Science and Mathematics Clubs/Societies
Youth/Student Support Groups
General Recreational Activities/Sports
Advocacy

Identify and connect unaccompanied homeless and at-risk youth and young adults (ages 15-24) to the individualized services they need to thrive, including Coordinated Entry, referrals, and individualized plans and case management to achieve housing, education, and/or employment support network goals.

Youth Services: ACADEMIC SUPPORT, CAREER EXPLORATION AND DEVELOPMENT, HEALTH & WELLNESS, SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL SUPPORT, YOUTH LEADERSHIP

Categories

Employment Preparation
Continuing Education
Education Advocacy Groups
Housing Advocacy Groups
Housing Counseling
Youth Literacy Programs
Youth/Student Support Groups
Return to Education Support
Runaway/Homeless Youth Counseling
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Life Skills Education
Transitional Housing/Shelter
Youth Violence Prevention
Homeless Employment Programs
Youth Centers
Youth Development
Youth Employment Programs
Provides information services, free access to computers and printers, free WiFi access, free access to books, movies, audiobooks, and music for education, entertainment, and personal enrichment.

Also offers research assistance, early literacy programs, book groups, craft programs, STEM/STEAM-based programs, the Genealogical Society and local history collections, meeting rooms for non-profit use, and programs to support lifelong learning and cultural experiences.

Provides resources (books, technology, streaming audiobooks, video, ebooks, reference databases, news), services (Homework Help, Online Tutoring, help finding information, job search, workforce development, housing search, connecting to community resources), programs (ACT Advisory Council for Teens, Coding, Computer Animation, Dungeons & Dragons, craft programs, community conversations, book and film clubs), volunteer opportunities.

Career Exploration, Cultural and Recreational Activities, Science & Math Subject Matters, Socio-Emotional Learning, Technology Support Services, Tutoring Services, Youth Advocacy/Civic Engagement.

Stress Busters: Balanced Nutrition, Experiencing Nature, Mental Healthcare, Mindfulness Practices, Physical Activity, Supportive Relationships

Categories

Adolescent/Youth Counseling
General Counseling Services
Assistive Technology Information
Early Literacy Development Programs
Tutoring Services
Public Internet Access Sites
Cultural Heritage Groups
Employment Preparation
Youth Development
Public Libraries
Family Literacy Programs
Career Entrance Examinations
Outdoor Environmental Education
Computer Literacy Training Programs
Physical Activity and Fitness Education/Promotion
Women's Support Groups
Adult Literacy Programs
Parent Support Groups
Youth Literacy Programs
Nutrition Education
Science and Mathematics Clubs/Societies
Youth/Student Support Groups
General Recreational Activities/Sports
Advocacy
Provides information services, free access to computers and printers, free WiFi access, free access to books, movies, audiobooks, and music for education, entertainment, and personal enrichment.

Also offers research assistance, early literacy programs, book groups, craft programs, STEM/STEAM-based programs, the Genealogical Society and local history collections, meeting rooms for non-profit use, and programs to support lifelong learning and cultural experiences.

Provides resources (books, technology, streaming audiobooks, video, ebooks, reference databases, news), services (Homework Help, Online Tutoring, help finding information, job search, workforce development, housing search, connecting to community resources), programs (ACT Advisory Council for Teens, Coding, Computer Animation, Dungeons & Dragons, craft programs, community conversations, book and film clubs), volunteer opportunities.

Career Exploration, Cultural and Recreational Activities, Science & Math Subject Matters, Socio-Emotional Learning, Technology Support Services, Tutoring Services, Youth Advocacy/Civic Engagement.

Stress Busters: Balanced Nutrition, Experiencing Nature, Mental Healthcare, Mindfulness Practices, Physical Activity, Supportive Relationships

Categories

Adolescent/Youth Counseling
General Counseling Services
Assistive Technology Information
Early Literacy Development Programs
Tutoring Services
Public Internet Access Sites
Cultural Heritage Groups
Employment Preparation
Youth Development
Public Libraries
Family Literacy Programs
Career Entrance Examinations
Outdoor Environmental Education
Computer Literacy Training Programs
Physical Activity and Fitness Education/Promotion
Women's Support Groups
Adult Literacy Programs
Parent Support Groups
Youth Literacy Programs
Nutrition Education
Science and Mathematics Clubs/Societies
Youth/Student Support Groups
General Recreational Activities/Sports
Advocacy
These services include work skills development, community engagement, job readiness, placement and retention assistance, youth leadership training, and work skills crews. The Alcance program serves youth with employment services, tutoring, mentorship, and community Engagement. Academic Advising, Behaviorial & Mental Health Services, Career Counseling, Career Exploration, Community Advocacy, Cultural and Recreational Activities, Family Workshops, Financial Literacy, Job/Internship Placement, Socio Emotional Learning, Technology Support Services, Tutoring Services, Technical Skills Training, Youth Advocacy/Civic Engagement

Categories

Employment Discrimination Assistance
Job Finding Assistance
Employment Preparation
Homeless Employment Programs
Comprehensive Job Assistance Centers
Youth Employment Programs
Youth/Student Support Groups
Youth Development
Employment/Retirement Related Support Groups
Vocational/Trade High Schools
Occupation Related Support Groups
General Crime Victim Assistance
Veteran Employment Programs
Return to Education Support
Leadership Development
Ex-Offender Employment Programs

The Family & Children's Services Transition Age Youth (TAY) program serves current and former foster youth age 15-24 with a range of services to assist youth in making a healthy transition to adulthood. Programs include counseling, skill-building, a drop-in center and subsidized supportive housing.

TAY programs include:
. The Independent Living Program (ILP) serves current and former foster and probation placement youth age 15-21. It assists youth to develop independent living skills to successfully transition to self-sufficiency and includes services such as one-on-one counseling, assistance in obtaining ID cards, driving permits and licenses and workshops on topics that assist youth in achieving personal, education and vocational goals.
. The Transitional Housing Program is a supportive housing program for former non-minor dependents and foster youth between the ages 18-24. Youth are supported with financial assistance, educational expenses, emotional support, life skills coaching, and referral to community resources to help them achieve the financial stability necessary to succeed in independent living.

Learn more: https://www.santacruzhumanservices.org/FamilyChildren/TransitionalAgeYout

Categories

Ex-Offender Employment Programs
Employment/Retirement Related Support Groups
Housing Advocacy Groups
Return to Education Support
Employment Preparation
Transitional Housing/Shelter
Youth Employment Programs
Laundry Facilities
Food Pantries
Independent Living Skills Instruction
Work Clothing Donation Programs
Workshops/Symposiums
Employment Related Advocacy Groups
Student Financial Aid
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Computer Access Aids
Continuing Education
Food Donation Programs
Social Clubs/Events
Low Income/Subsidized Rental Housing
General Clothing Donation Programs
Women's Support Groups
Life Skills Education
Alcohol Use Disorder Education/Prevention
CASH ASSISTANCE: Monthly cash aid based on family size and income

SUPPORTIVE SERVICES: Child Care (if eligible), Transportation Assistance, Work Supports (i.e., clothing, tools), Education Assistance (i.e., GED, vocational programs), incentives (i.e., good grades for youth)

PREVENTION PROGRAMS: Native American Culture and Tradition classes (i.e., beading, and basket making), Healthy Relationships classes, Family Formation activities, Literacy classes, Fitness classes, Parenting classes, Youth Empowerment Classes, Job Development

Categories

Vocational/Trade High Schools
Life Skills Education
Youth Employment Programs
Physical Activity and Fitness Education/Promotion
Parenting Skills Classes
Youth/Student Support Groups
Youth Literacy Programs
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Co-Parenting Workshops
Adult Basic Education
Child Care Providers
Employment Preparation
Non-Emergency Medical Transportation
Undesignated Temporary Financial Assistance
Survivors/victims services: Case Manager, System Navigator, Immigration services, Legal services, Support Groups
Legal Services: immigration services; U-Visas
Financial Services: job search; rental assistance
Education Services: Tutoring & homework support

Serve victims/survivors who are impacted by the following crimes:
Bullying (Verbal, Cyber, or Physical);Child sexual abuse/assault;DUI/DWI Incidents;Mass violence (domestic/international);Survivors of homicide victims;Teen dating victimization.

Serve victims/survivors who are:
Currently under supervision (probation/parole);Experiencing Homelessness;Immigrant/refugees/asylum seekers;LGBTQ+;Undocumented;Victim with limited English proficiency.

Categories

Crime Victim/Witness Counseling
Crime Victim Support Groups
Crime Witness Support
Rent Payment Assistance
Child Abuse Support Groups
Job Finding Assistance
Domestic Violence Support Groups
General Crime Victim Assistance
Employment Preparation
Youth Employment Programs
Tutoring Services
Survivors/victims services: Case Manager, System Navigator, Immigration services, Legal services, Support Groups
Legal Services: immigration services; U-Visas
Financial Services: job search; rental assistance
Education Services: Tutoring & homework support

Serve victims/survivors who are impacted by the following crimes:
Bullying (Verbal, Cyber, or Physical);Child sexual abuse/assault;DUI/DWI Incidents;Mass violence (domestic/international);Survivors of homicide victims;Teen dating victimization.

Serve victims/survivors who are:
Currently under supervision (probation/parole);Experiencing Homelessness;Immigrant/refugees/asylum seekers;LGBTQ+;Undocumented;Victim with limited English proficiency.

Categories

Crime Victim/Witness Counseling
Crime Victim Support Groups
Crime Witness Support
Rent Payment Assistance
Child Abuse Support Groups
Job Finding Assistance
Domestic Violence Support Groups
General Crime Victim Assistance
Employment Preparation
Youth Employment Programs
Tutoring Services

Workforce Santa Cruz County offers specialized programs for young adults (16-24) and adult (18+) job seekers and employees, including members of our community with disabilities, military veterans, and dislocated workers. Our services offer wide range of programs to improve skills, discover career pathways, participate in training, and more:

. CalJOBS: CalJOBS is California's online resource to help job seekers navigate the state's workforce services. You can search and apply for jobs, create rsums, find education and training, download the CalJOBS app, and more.
. Young Adults: Get help to develop skills, search and apply for jobs, network and connect to community resources.
. Dislocated Workers: If you are 18 years or older, access our no-cost services to find a stable job or training for a new career. We can help you figure out what kind of career would be best for you through customized services specific to individuals who have been terminated or laid off, or have received a notice of termination or layoff.
. Veterans: Veterans Career Services are available for unemployed and underemployed veterans and their spouses and include access to training, job search and placement assistance, and other supportive services.
. Training: Workforce Santa Cruz County provides adult (18+) and youth (16-24) job seekers and employees with access to a wide range of programs to improve skills, discover career pathways, participate in training, and so much more. Eligible youth may co-enroll in both youth and adult programs.

Learn more: https://workforcescc.com/job-seekers/

Categories

Career Entrance Examinations
Public Access Computers/Tools
Computer Access Aids
Youth Employment Programs
Job Finding Assistance
Fairs/Exhibitions
Employment Preparation
Ex-Offender Employment Programs
Workshops/Symposiums
Veteran Employment Programs
Social Skills Training
Homeless Employment Programs
Youth Work Permits
Comprehensive Job Assistance Centers
Return to Education Support

The Family & Children's Services Transition Age Youth (TAY) program serves current and former foster youth age 15-24 with a range of services to assist youth in making a healthy transition to adulthood. Programs include counseling, skill-building, a drop-in center and subsidized supportive housing.

TAY programs include:
. The Independent Living Program (ILP) serves current and former foster and probation placement youth age 15-21. It assists youth to develop independent living skills to successfully transition to self-sufficiency and includes services such as one-on-one counseling, assistance in obtaining ID cards, driving permits and licenses and workshops on topics that assist youth in achieving personal, education and vocational goals.
. The Transitional Housing Program is a supportive housing program for former non-minor dependents and foster youth between the ages 18-24. Youth are supported with financial assistance, educational expenses, emotional support, life skills coaching, and referral to community resources to help them achieve the financial stability necessary to succeed in independent living.

Learn more: https://www.santacruzhumanservices.org/FamilyChildren/TransitionalAgeYout

Categories

Ex-Offender Employment Programs
Employment/Retirement Related Support Groups
Housing Advocacy Groups
Return to Education Support
Employment Preparation
Transitional Housing/Shelter
Youth Employment Programs
Laundry Facilities
Food Pantries
Independent Living Skills Instruction
Work Clothing Donation Programs
Workshops/Symposiums
Employment Related Advocacy Groups
Student Financial Aid
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Computer Access Aids
Continuing Education
Food Donation Programs
Social Clubs/Events
Low Income/Subsidized Rental Housing
General Clothing Donation Programs
Women's Support Groups
Life Skills Education
Alcohol Use Disorder Education/Prevention
Provides information services, free access to computers and printers, free WiFi access, free access to books, movies, audiobooks, and music for education, entertainment, and personal enrichment.

Also offers research assistance, early literacy programs, book groups, craft programs, STEM/STEAM-based programs, the Genealogical Society and local history collections, meeting rooms for non-profit use, and programs to support lifelong learning and cultural experiences.

Provides resources (books, technology, streaming audiobooks, video, ebooks, reference databases, news), services (Homework Help, Online Tutoring, help finding information, job search, workforce development, housing search, connecting to community resources), programs (ACT Advisory Council for Teens, Coding, Computer Animation, Dungeons & Dragons, craft programs, community conversations, book and film clubs), volunteer opportunities.

Career Exploration, Cultural and Recreational Activities, Science & Math Subject Matters, Socio-Emotional Learning, Technology Support Services, Tutoring Services, Youth Advocacy/Civic Engagement.

Stress Busters: Balanced Nutrition, Experiencing Nature, Mental Healthcare, Mindfulness Practices, Physical Activity, Supportive Relationships

Categories

Adolescent/Youth Counseling
General Counseling Services
Assistive Technology Information
Early Literacy Development Programs
Tutoring Services
Public Internet Access Sites
Cultural Heritage Groups
Employment Preparation
Youth Development
Public Libraries
Family Literacy Programs
Career Entrance Examinations
Outdoor Environmental Education
Computer Literacy Training Programs
Physical Activity and Fitness Education/Promotion
Women's Support Groups
Adult Literacy Programs
Parent Support Groups
Youth Literacy Programs
Nutrition Education
Science and Mathematics Clubs/Societies
Youth/Student Support Groups
General Recreational Activities/Sports
Advocacy

Provides transitional employment, job training and support services in a community-supported organic garden and related work enterprises. On-the-job training program is up to one year. Each participants works a consistent schedule and must set and work toward goals for shelter, education and/or employment. Offers a lecture series during the growing season and a retail store that sells products from the farm.

Categories

Organizational Training Services
Employment Preparation
Outdoor Environmental Education
Comprehensive Job Assistance Centers
Provides information services, free access to computers and printers, free WiFi access, free access to books, movies, audiobooks, and music for education, entertainment, and personal enrichment.

Also offers research assistance, early literacy programs, book groups, craft programs, STEM/STEAM-based programs, the Genealogical Society and local history collections, meeting rooms for non-profit use, and programs to support lifelong learning and cultural experiences.

Provides resources (books, technology, streaming audiobooks, video, ebooks, reference databases, news), services (Homework Help, Online Tutoring, help finding information, job search, workforce development, housing search, connecting to community resources), programs (ACT Advisory Council for Teens, Coding, Computer Animation, Dungeons & Dragons, craft programs, community conversations, book and film clubs), volunteer opportunities.

Career Exploration, Cultural and Recreational Activities, Science & Math Subject Matters, Socio-Emotional Learning, Technology Support Services, Tutoring Services, Youth Advocacy/Civic Engagement.

Stress Busters: Balanced Nutrition, Experiencing Nature, Mental Healthcare, Mindfulness Practices, Physical Activity, Supportive Relationships

Categories

Adolescent/Youth Counseling
General Counseling Services
Assistive Technology Information
Early Literacy Development Programs
Tutoring Services
Public Internet Access Sites
Cultural Heritage Groups
Employment Preparation
Youth Development
Public Libraries
Family Literacy Programs
Career Entrance Examinations
Outdoor Environmental Education
Computer Literacy Training Programs
Physical Activity and Fitness Education/Promotion
Women's Support Groups
Adult Literacy Programs
Parent Support Groups
Youth Literacy Programs
Nutrition Education
Science and Mathematics Clubs/Societies
Youth/Student Support Groups
General Recreational Activities/Sports
Advocacy
Provides information services, free access to computers and printers, free WiFi access, free access to books, movies, audiobooks, and music for education, entertainment, and personal enrichment.

Also offers research assistance, early literacy programs, book groups, craft programs, STEM/STEAM-based programs, the Genealogical Society and local history collections, meeting rooms for non-profit use, and programs to support lifelong learning and cultural experiences.

Provides resources (books, technology, streaming audiobooks, video, ebooks, reference databases, news), services (Homework Help, Online Tutoring, help finding information, job search, workforce development, housing search, connecting to community resources), programs (ACT Advisory Council for Teens, Coding, Computer Animation, Dungeons & Dragons, craft programs, community conversations, book and film clubs), volunteer opportunities.

Career Exploration, Cultural and Recreational Activities, Science & Math Subject Matters, Socio-Emotional Learning, Technology Support Services, Tutoring Services, Youth Advocacy/Civic Engagement.

Stress Busters: Balanced Nutrition, Experiencing Nature, Mental Healthcare, Mindfulness Practices, Physical Activity, Supportive Relationships

Categories

Adolescent/Youth Counseling
General Counseling Services
Assistive Technology Information
Early Literacy Development Programs
Tutoring Services
Public Internet Access Sites
Cultural Heritage Groups
Employment Preparation
Youth Development
Public Libraries
Family Literacy Programs
Career Entrance Examinations
Outdoor Environmental Education
Computer Literacy Training Programs
Physical Activity and Fitness Education/Promotion
Women's Support Groups
Adult Literacy Programs
Parent Support Groups
Youth Literacy Programs
Nutrition Education
Science and Mathematics Clubs/Societies
Youth/Student Support Groups
General Recreational Activities/Sports
Advocacy
Operates a career center where people can have access to computers, fax, copy machines, online job banks, job posting boards, job search assistance, resume assistance, job fairs, computer and typing testing and certification, referrals and information on local resources. Vocational rehabilitation service is described separately.

Categories

General Education Advocacy
Vocational/Trade High Schools
Return to Education Support
Education Advocacy Groups
Life Skills Education
Employment Preparation
Job Finding Assistance
Debt/Overspending Support Groups
Public Access Computers/Tools
Continuing Education
Public Internet Access Sites
Debt Consolidation Services

Provides transitional employment, job training and support services in a community-supported organic garden and related work enterprises. On-the-job training program is up to one year. Each participants works a consistent schedule and must set and work toward goals for shelter, education and/or employment. Offers a lecture series during the growing season and a retail store that sells products from the farm.

Categories

Organizational Training Services
Employment Preparation
Outdoor Environmental Education
Comprehensive Job Assistance Centers

Services offer:

  • Clothes and Food Stipends
  • Case Management for vital documentation, public benefits (Calfresh, general assistance, SSI, SSDI), employment (Job Finding) , and housing navigation.
  • Volunteer opportunities
  • Donations: Clothing, hygiene supplies, blankets


Categories

General Clothing Donation Programs
Ex-Offender Employment Programs
Work Clothing Donation Programs
Work Clothing
Birth Certificates
General Clothing Provision
Social Security Retirement Benefits
Social Security Numbers
Employment Preparation
Homeless Employment Programs
Housing Counseling
Food Pantries
Employment Related Fingerprinting
Winter Clothing Donation Programs
Job Finding Assistance
Food Stamps/SNAP
Identification Application/Replacement Clinics
Employment Physical Examinations
Social Security Disability Insurance
Provides information services, free access to computers and printers, free WiFi access, free access to books, movies, audiobooks, and music for education, entertainment, and personal enrichment.

Also offers research assistance, early literacy programs, book groups, craft programs, STEM/STEAM-based programs, the Genealogical Society and local history collections, meeting rooms for non-profit use, and programs to support lifelong learning and cultural experiences.

Provides resources (books, technology, streaming audiobooks, video, ebooks, reference databases, news), services (Homework Help, Online Tutoring, help finding information, job search, workforce development, housing search, connecting to community resources), programs (ACT Advisory Council for Teens, Coding, Computer Animation, Dungeons & Dragons, craft programs, community conversations, book and film clubs), volunteer opportunities.

Career Exploration, Cultural and Recreational Activities, Science & Math Subject Matters, Socio-Emotional Learning, Technology Support Services, Tutoring Services, Youth Advocacy/Civic Engagement.

Stress Busters: Balanced Nutrition, Experiencing Nature, Mental Healthcare, Mindfulness Practices, Physical Activity, Supportive Relationships

Categories

Adolescent/Youth Counseling
General Counseling Services
Assistive Technology Information
Early Literacy Development Programs
Tutoring Services
Public Internet Access Sites
Cultural Heritage Groups
Employment Preparation
Youth Development
Public Libraries
Family Literacy Programs
Career Entrance Examinations
Outdoor Environmental Education
Computer Literacy Training Programs
Physical Activity and Fitness Education/Promotion
Women's Support Groups
Adult Literacy Programs
Parent Support Groups
Youth Literacy Programs
Nutrition Education
Science and Mathematics Clubs/Societies
Youth/Student Support Groups
General Recreational Activities/Sports
Advocacy
Provides information services, free access to computers and printers, free WiFi access, free access to books, movies, audiobooks, and music for education, entertainment, and personal enrichment.

Also offers research assistance, early literacy programs, book groups, craft programs, STEM/STEAM-based programs, the Genealogical Society and local history collections, meeting rooms for non-profit use, and programs to support lifelong learning and cultural experiences.

Provides resources (books, technology, streaming audiobooks, video, ebooks, reference databases, news), services (Homework Help, Online Tutoring, help finding information, job search, workforce development, housing search, connecting to community resources), programs (ACT Advisory Council for Teens, Coding, Computer Animation, Dungeons & Dragons, craft programs, community conversations, book and film clubs), volunteer opportunities.

Career Exploration, Cultural and Recreational Activities, Science & Math Subject Matters, Socio-Emotional Learning, Technology Support Services, Tutoring Services, Youth Advocacy/Civic Engagement.

Stress Busters: Balanced Nutrition, Experiencing Nature, Mental Healthcare, Mindfulness Practices, Physical Activity, Supportive Relationships

Categories

Adolescent/Youth Counseling
General Counseling Services
Assistive Technology Information
Early Literacy Development Programs
Tutoring Services
Public Internet Access Sites
Cultural Heritage Groups
Employment Preparation
Youth Development
Public Libraries
Family Literacy Programs
Career Entrance Examinations
Outdoor Environmental Education
Computer Literacy Training Programs
Physical Activity and Fitness Education/Promotion
Women's Support Groups
Adult Literacy Programs
Parent Support Groups
Youth Literacy Programs
Nutrition Education
Science and Mathematics Clubs/Societies
Youth/Student Support Groups
General Recreational Activities/Sports
Advocacy

Workforce Santa Cruz County offers specialized programs for young adults (16-24) and adult (18+) job seekers and employees, including members of our community with disabilities, military veterans, and dislocated workers. Our services offer wide range of programs to improve skills, discover career pathways, participate in training, and more:

. CalJOBS: CalJOBS is California's online resource to help job seekers navigate the state's workforce services. You can search and apply for jobs, create rsums, find education and training, download the CalJOBS app, and more.
. Young Adults: Get help to develop skills, search and apply for jobs, network and connect to community resources.
. Dislocated Workers: If you are 18 years or older, access our no-cost services to find a stable job or training for a new career. We can help you figure out what kind of career would be best for you through customized services specific to individuals who have been terminated or laid off, or have received a notice of termination or layoff.
. Veterans: Veterans Career Services are available for unemployed and underemployed veterans and their spouses and include access to training, job search and placement assistance, and other supportive services.
. Training: Workforce Santa Cruz County provides adult (18+) and youth (16-24) job seekers and employees with access to a wide range of programs to improve skills, discover career pathways, participate in training, and so much more. Eligible youth may co-enroll in both youth and adult programs.

Learn more: https://workforcescc.com/job-seekers/

Categories

Career Entrance Examinations
Public Access Computers/Tools
Computer Access Aids
Youth Employment Programs
Job Finding Assistance
Fairs/Exhibitions
Employment Preparation
Ex-Offender Employment Programs
Workshops/Symposiums
Veteran Employment Programs
Social Skills Training
Homeless Employment Programs
Youth Work Permits
Comprehensive Job Assistance Centers
Return to Education Support

Identify and connect unaccompanied homeless and at-risk youth and young adults (ages 15-24) to the individualized services they need to thrive, including Coordinated Entry, referrals, and individualized plans and case management to achieve housing, education, and/or employment support network goals.

Youth Services: ACADEMIC SUPPORT, CAREER EXPLORATION AND DEVELOPMENT, HEALTH & WELLNESS, SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL SUPPORT, YOUTH LEADERSHIP

Categories

Employment Preparation
Continuing Education
Education Advocacy Groups
Housing Advocacy Groups
Housing Counseling
Youth Literacy Programs
Youth/Student Support Groups
Return to Education Support
Runaway/Homeless Youth Counseling
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Life Skills Education
Transitional Housing/Shelter
Youth Violence Prevention
Homeless Employment Programs
Youth Centers
Youth Development
Youth Employment Programs