Partners
Three major partners are the foundation of the One-Stop Career Center system. The partners include the Monterey County Office for Employment Training (OET), the Employment Development Department (EDD) and the Monterey County Department of Social and Employment Services (DSES) CalWORKs Employment Services. The heads of these agencies represent the One-Stop Operators.
In addition to the three major partners of the Monterey County One Stop Career Center, a number of “rotating partners” provide regular or occasional services at one or more of the One Stops.
Services are provided by these partners at our Monterey County One-Stop Career Centers:
Office for Employment Training (OET)
OET has been a major provider of employment services and resources to local residents since 1981. Through support of the Workforce Investment Act, OET provides a comprehensive array of services to job seekers and employers. Located at the Salinas One Stop Career Center, OET offers many services, tools and resources. A number of workshops are available to improve a person’s job skills in career planning, job search strategies, interviewing skills, and resume writing.
Employers in Monterey County can post job openings on the OET website and review resumes of potential employees. The OET Business Services Center can help employers and entrepreneurs analyze the local labor market, review suitable training programs as well as access information concerning human resources, legal and labor relations issues, and many other useful services.
Programs operated by OET:
- Youth Employment Program
- Cal-Learn
- Silver Star Resource Center
- Dislocated Worker Program
- Pathways Disability Program Navigator
- JobLink
- Veterans
For additional information please go to the OET webpage at: www.onestopmonterey.org.
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Employment Development Department (EDD)
EDD provides job services such as placement and referrals, unemployment insurance, disability insurance, labor market information, Trade Act assistance, veteran’s programs and more! EDD operates the California’s Job Service.
Programs operated by EDD:
- California Job Service
- Unemployment Insurance
- Employer Advisory Committee
- Employment Services
For additional information please go to the EDD webpage at: www.caljobs.ca.gov.
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Department of Social & Employment Services (DSES), California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs) Employment Services
CalWORKs is a division within DSES that provides staffing and resources within the three One-Stops in Monterey County (King City, Salinas and Seaside). CalWORKs is a social service program that gives cash aid and services to eligible needy California families. The program serves all 58 counties in the state and is operated locally by DSES.
The CalWORKs Employment Services provides services to the community through employment related activities, as well as internal staff development services through DSES. CalWORKs Employment Services also performs a community planning and advocacy function through the Community Action Partnership (CAP), and the Child Care Planning Council.
Programs operated by CalWORKs Employment Services:
- Employment Services
- Community Action Partnership (CAP)
- Child Care Planning Council
For additional information please go to the DSES webpage at: www.mcdses.co.monterey.ca.us.
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Rotating Partners
In addition to the three major partners of the Monterey County One Stop Career Center, a number of “rotating partners” provide regular or occasional services at one or more One-Stops. The participating agencies and the services provided are listed below.
Alliance on Aging, Incorporated
www.allianceonaging.org
Alliance on Aging is an independent, community-based organization governed by a volunteer board of directors that has been responsive to the needs of seniors and their families in Monterey County since 1970. Available services include Senior AIDES (Senior Employment Services); Friendly Visitor Program; Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program; Senior Home Share Program; Senior Peer Counseling; Tax Counseling for the Elderly Program; and Information Referral and Assistance.
Candelaria American Indian Council (CAIC)
www.monterey.networkofcare.org/aging/resource/agencydetail.cfm?pid=CAIC_7_0
CAIC offers a variety of services for the Indian and Native American community including vocational training, basic education, G.E.D. classes, and job search and placement assistance. Services are available to American Indians, Alaskan Natives or Natives of Hawaii who meet federal Workforce Investment Act guidelines for eligibility.
Center for Employment Training (CET)
www.cet2000.org
CET provides hands-on skills training for automated business skills, custodial/maintenance, data entry, and clerk/cashier occupations. Basic skills with a workplace context are offered concurrently with job skills training for people who meet federal economically disadvantaged criteria.
Department of Rehabilitation, California State (DOR)
www.dor.ca.gov
DOR prepares people who are physically, mentally or emotionally disabled to enter into employment. Services include vocational counseling and guidance; vocational testing; vocational training for the trades; assistance in job placement and follow-up counseling.
Gonzales Unified School District (GUSD)
www.gonzales.ca.schoolwebpages.com/education/district/district.php?sectionid=1
GUSD is located in a rural agricultural community and is committed to providing a quality education that prepares all students to be lifelong learners and contributing members of society through comprehensive programs provided by a skilled and motivated staff.
Hartnell Community College
www.hartnell.edu
Hartnell College is one of over 100 colleges in the California Community College System, with a focal point for learning beyond the secondary school system. Hartnell College offers the first and second year of a college program and awards the associate of arts/sciences degrees and certificates of proficiency. The college provides vocational training, workforce and community development classes, contract education and numerous cultural and recreational activities. The college has transfer agreements with many California State University (CSU) and University of California (UC) campuses, which guarantee admission for Hartnell students who have completed the two-year requirements.
Housing Authority of the County of Monterey (HACM)
www.hamonterey.org
HACM is a public agency that provides rental assistance and develops and manages affordable housing to eligible residents throughout Monterey County.
Monterey County Business Council
www.mcbc.biz
The Monterey County WIB is a member of the Monterey County Business Council (MCBC) which is an alliance of business executives and professionals providing collaborative leadership to help people from business, government, education, and the community work together on countywide issues reflecting our organization's strong commitment to the environment, economic vitality, and quality of life.
Monterey Peninsula College (MPC)
www.mpc.edu
MPC is one of over 100 colleges in the California Community College System, with a focal point for learning beyond the secondary school system. MPC endeavors to assist all who participate in its varied objectives to realize their highest potential as individuals, and also to realize their rights, freedoms and responsibilities in the community and the larger society of which they are a part. The college offers courses to prepare students for transfer to four-year institutions, to prepare for the workplace, to update work skills or prepare for a new career, to gain a general education, and to improve basic skills in mathematics, reading, writing and science.
Public Authority for In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)
www.co.monterey.ca.us/bcandc/inhome.htm
The Public Authority for In-Home Supportive Services creates and maintains a registry to help local recipients find providers for in-home assistance, and offers training for providers and will be the employer of record for collective bargaining for providers. IHSS recipients have the right to interview and choose their providers.
Salinas Adult School (SAS)
www.salinasadultschool.com
The Salinas Adult School is authorized to issue high school diplomas and appropriate certificates. All courses are approved by the Salinas Union High School District Board of Trustees and the California State Department of Education. The Salinas Adult School is also approved to provide programs for students enrolled in CalWORKs, WIA programs, Adult Basic Education Programs, Certified Nursing Assistants program and health care professionals seeking continuing education units.
Soledad Unified School District (SUSD)
www.soledad.k12.ca.us
Soledad Unified School District serves approximately 3,900 students in grades K-12. There are 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 1 comprehensive high school and 1 community education center which houses a variety of alternative programs. These programs include adult education, regional occupational program (ROP), independent study, and a continuation high school.