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Treatment Focus: Helping individuals maintain sobriety and transition to independent living
Casa Pacific is part of an innovative project centered around work and meaningful daily activities, as the core of the co-occurring disorders treatment approach. Residents attend the Community Connection's Mariposa Center to learn vocational skills and participate in various volunteer jobs, or they participate in the Community Action Board's Alcanse work crew. Other activities include socialization, recreation, accessing community resources, on-site recovery meetings and individualized attention to assist residents in maintaining sobriety, reaching their personal goals, and transitioning into independent community living

Categories

Homeless Employment Programs
Alcohol Use Disorder Counseling
Drug Use Disorder Counseling
Alcohol Use Disorder Support Groups
Vocational/Trade High Schools
General Addictions/Substance Use Disorder Support Groups
Drug Use Disorder Support Groups
Employment Preparation
Job Finding Assistance
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

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

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

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

Categories

Assistive Technology Information
Employment Preparation
Youth Centers
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Technical/Trade Schools
Youth Development
Youth Employment Programs
Job Finding Assistance
General Recreational Activities/Sports
Education Advocacy Groups
Youth/Student Support Groups
Advocacy
Employment Related Advocacy Groups
Career Entrance Examinations
Comprehensive Job Assistance Centers

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

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

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

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

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

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

Assistive Technology Information
Employment Preparation
Youth Development
Computer Literacy Training Programs
Nutrition Education
General Recreational Activities/Sports
Women's Support Groups
Family Literacy Programs
Parent Support Groups
Advocacy
General Counseling Services
Youth/Student Support Groups
Outdoor Environmental Education
Physical Activity and Fitness Education/Promotion
Cultural Heritage Groups
Science and Mathematics Clubs/Societies
Early Literacy Development Programs
Tutoring Services
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Youth Literacy Programs
Public Libraries
Career Entrance Examinations
Public Internet Access Sites
Adult Literacy Programs
We provide resources and services to empower youth ages 15-24 who have or have had experiences with foster care placement, juvenile justice, homelessness/housing instability, or trauma related to being a victim of a crime. TAY also offers counseling, skills building, a drop-in resource center, and subsidized supportive housing.

Behavioral & Mental Health Services.
Stress Busters: Mental Healthcare, Mindfulness Practices, Supportive Relationships

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Children's Clothing
Continuing Education
Return to Education Support
General Addictions/Substance Use Disorder Support Groups
Youth Centers
Employment Discrimination Assistance
Rapid Re-Housing Programs
Employment Preparation
Independent Living Skills Instruction
Public Showers/Baths
Drug Use Disorder Education/Prevention
Congregate Meals/Nutrition Sites
Life Care Planning
Youth Employment Programs
Employment/Retirement Related Support Groups
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Life Skills Education
Housing Counseling
Employment Related Advocacy Groups
Runaway/Homeless Youth Counseling
General Education Advocacy
Housing Advocacy Groups
Alcohol Use Disorder Education/Prevention
Stress Management
Vocational/Trade High Schools
Transitional Housing/Shelter
General Counseling Services
Ex-Offender Employment Programs
Laundry Facilities
Education Advocacy Groups
Homeless 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

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

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

Youth Employment Programs
Youth Literacy Programs
Child Care Providers
Physical Activity and Fitness Education/Promotion
Adult Basic Education
Vocational/Trade High Schools
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Employment Preparation
Undesignated Temporary Financial Assistance
Parenting Skills Classes
Youth/Student Support Groups
Non-Emergency Medical Transportation
Life Skills Education
Co-Parenting Workshops
Services Include:
Unemployment Assistance (UI application/access point)
OSHA Training
OJT On-the -job training opportunities
On site Job readiness training/Job placement assistance
Vocational English as a second language (VESL)/GED Preparation


Housing Assistance

Categories

Transitional Housing/Shelter
Financial Literacy Training
In Home Supportive Services Subsidies
Personal Financial Counseling
Employment Preparation
Comprehensive Job Assistance Centers
Housing Counseling
Job Finding Assistance
Employment Physical Examinations
Youth Employment Programs
Employment Related Fingerprinting
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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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
Employment Physical Examinations
Birth Certificates
Work Clothing
Employment Related Fingerprinting
Winter Clothing Donation Programs
Job Finding Assistance
Homeless Employment Programs
Food Stamps/SNAP
Food Pantries
General Clothing Provision
Employment Preparation
Social Security Retirement Benefits
Identification Application/Replacement Clinics
Housing Counseling
Ex-Offender Employment Programs
Work Clothing Donation Programs
Social Security Numbers
Social Security Disability Insurance

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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