CalWORKs Program (formerly GAIN)

(California Work Opportunities & Responsibility to Kids) Program Eligibility

Support services offered by SJCC CalWORKs programs in coordination with Santa Clara Social Services CalWORKs Employment Services Program include: child care, transportation, and work related expenses. In addition, college orientations, assistance with registration and financial aid, academic and personal counseling, referrals to campus and community services, guidance classes, paid work experience, job placement assistance, and employment retention services are provided throughout training and continue beyond employment.

The CalWORKs support staff at EVC & SJCC consists of CalWORKs liaisons, counselors, and job placement officers, work experience coordinators, and program assistants who work together to make each student’s school to work transition a rewarding experience. Vocational training programs are linked to career ladders that allow students the opportunity to continue their educational and professional goals while employed.

At Evergreen Valley College, the CalWORKs office is located in the Workforce Initiative Network (WIN) program office, located in room RE-231. Office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, or call (408) 270-6453.

At San José City College, the CalWORKs office is located in the Workforce Initiative Network (WIN) program office, located in Room 215 of the Student Service Center. Office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, or call (408) 288-3743.

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