Welcome to the Madera County Workforce Assistance Center

The Workforce Assistance Centers in Madera, Chowchilla andOakhurst, are the One-Stop Centers for Madera County. They werecreated by a Federal Law called the Workforce Investment Act toassist people in accessing services related to employment, education,and training in their local community. The Madera County WorkforceAssistance Center includes several partner agencies where customerscan get services and/or information in one place.

www.maderawac.orgwww.maderacountyworks.com

• Central Valley Opportunity Center• Employment Development Department• Department of Rehabilitation• Housing Authority of Madera County• Kings View Corporation• Madera Adult School• Madera County Department of Social Services• Madera County Workforce Investment Corporation• SER Jobs for Progress National Inc.• State Center Community College District

• Skills Training Services

• On the Job Training

• Job Placement Services

• Supportive Services

• Job Search Workshops• Job Readiness Assessments:

WorkKeys, e-CASAS, Wide Range Achievement Test, Self Directed Search, Bennett

• Work Readiness Certificate

• Labor Market Information

• Career Counseling

• GED Test Fee• Referrals to Partner Agencies and

all available community resources and information and/or services

The Madera County Workforce Assistance Center refers only the bestqualified job seekers to local employers for employment. We are “theeyes of the employer” and expect nothing but the best from the jobseekers who represent this Center. How you present yourselves willdetermine your success in securing the job you desire. Expectations forour Job Seekers are:

DependabilityEmployers hire people who show the most promise of being at work ontime every day and maintain good attendance. It is important to do thesame with your scheduled appointments here at the Center. Keep yourappointments, be prepared and be on time!

AppearanceGood personal appearance and hygiene are extremely important whenyou looking for a job. Dress for success!

Good AttitudeA good attitude can bring positive results to most situations. Jobs andopportunities are available daily with the right outlook and attitude.Start now!

The Madera County Workforce Assistance Center will prepare you tobecome a successful Job Seeker. These expectations are a guidelineof what we and local employers are looking for to determine that youare the right candidate for the job!

Resource Room• Develop a Resume

• Create a Cover Letter

• Browse the Internet Job Banks, Job Postings

• Complete On-line Applications

• Review Job Search Publications and Materials

• Obtain a Typing Certificate

• Access to computers, fax, phone and typewriter

• ADA Accessible and Assistive Equipment and Technology, Videoconferencing and TTY phones

• www.maderacountyworks.com – Virtual One Stop with a robust menu of employment related services and information

• No food or drinks;

• No children unattended in Lobby;

• No loitering inside or outside of building;

• Cell phones are not to be used inside Resource Room or Lobby;

• Computers and customer internet services are for job search activity only;

• Time limit of one hour will be enforced in the Resource Room if the demand for computers is excessive;

• Customers are to conduct themselves in a professional manner;

• Madera County Workforce Assistance Center is not responsible for lostor stolen items. Please leave your personal items at home;

• No public access to Restrooms;

• No outside CDs or Flash Drives will be allowed on computers;

• Due to limited space, no strollers or visitors will be allowed in theResource Room;

• No public parking in back of building; all customers must park on street;

• Maximum of 5 copies are allowed and must be job related;• Computers are property of Madera County Workforce Investment

Corporation. All computers are monitored by Staff toinsure that customers are job searching and are not on inappropriatewebsites. Staff has access to view, send warning messages and blank out screens if necessary.

• Please dress appropriately during all job search activities;

• A phone is available for job search activity only. All calls must be logged by a Staff person. Please keep calls as brief as possible;

• Courtesy phones are available for customers who want to file or have questions regarding Unemployment Insurance Benefits. If you would like to speak to an EDD Representative, please ask Resource Room staff person for EDD Staff schedule.

How can we help you?

• Interested in training or upgrading your current skills;• Did you lose your job because the company downsized, closed or

relocated to another State or Country; • Need assistance in finding employment;

• Development of Individual Employment Plan;

• Career Counseling;

• Short Term Pre-Vocational Services;

• Adult Education;

• Supportive Services;

The Madera County Workforce Investment Corporation operatesprograms for both adults and youth who need help findingemployment. We provide a variety of services for people living inMadera County who are interested in finding work, going to schooland/or training or improving their skills to move up in theirworkplace.

The Madera County Workforce Investment Corporation alsoprovides services to local employers. We recruit and takeapplications for local companies, screen the applicants, andschedule interviews at our office or at the company site. We will alsomake referrals to employers for direct placement.

• Job Placement Assistance • Training • Services for Employers• Job Search Workshops• Supportive Services

Eligibility Determination:• Madera County Resident• U.S. Work Authorization• Selective Service Registrant (Males born on or after 1/1/60)• Must have a High School Diploma or GED Certificate (for

training activities)

The Career Development Seminar (CDS) is a one and half day Workshop toprepare customers with their job search. The workshop will help you develop:

ResumeCover LetterThank You Letter

You will also learn:Styles of ResumesStrategizing your Job SearchCareer InterestsWork Readiness Assessment

Due to funding, individuals will be selected for training according to the following priority of services:

1. Customers who complete and receive their GED Certificateor High School Diploma and want additional training.

2. Customers who want short term certificate training. (Will be considered on a case-by-case basis).

We are no longer able to assist customers with the registration feesand books for GED Prep classes. If you are interested in getting yourGED Certificate, we may be able to assist you with the cost of theGED Test. You must bring your assessment results to show that youare ready to take the exam.

Madera County Workforce Investment Corporation is 1 of 5recipients in the state of California to receive the DEI grant for thenext 3 years.

The goal of the DEI is to improve the education, training, andemployment opportunities and outcomes for adults with disabilities.

The TtW program is a component of the DEI.

TtW allows SSI or SSDI beneficiaries to receive a ticketto work, which may be assigned to an EmploymentNetwork (EN) provider for assistance in achieving yourdesired employment goal.

Madera County Workforce Assistance Center is an approved EN provider.

• If you would like more information about the DEI project, the Ticket to Work Program, or additional resources that may be available to you within each program, please contact:

Maiknue Vang, Disability Resource Coordinator mvang@maderaworkforce.org

559-662-4503

Ready, Set, Go!In School/Out of School Program

• Must meet eligibility criteria and be a Madera County resident

• Ages 18-21 for Out of School Program

• High School Junior and Seniors for In School Program

• Specialized curriculum to address individual needs

• Workshops

• Vocational Training

• Paid Work Experience and Job Placement Assistance

For more information, please call (559) 675-0105

Unemployment Insurance Benefits• UI Courtesy Phones• UI Application Forms• Internet Access to apply on-line

• Job Search Assistance• Veteran Employment Services• Trade Adjustment Services• Migrant/Seasonal Farm Worker Employment Services

CVOC services include:

• Vocational Education• Remedial Education• English Language Instruction• Emergency Supportive Services

(When funds are available)• Transportation• Emergency Food• Child Care Services• Community Education Services

For more information, please call (559) 662-4500 and ask to speak to a CVOC Staff person.

Services include but are not limited to:

• Cash Assistance• Diversion Assistance• Medi-Cal Coverage• Food Stamps• Employment Services

For more information please call (559) 662-8300 or go to www.madera-county.com/socialservices

• Obtain your High School Diploma or GED Certificate• Vocational Training• English as a Second Language Course• Parenting Programs• Citizenship Courses• Classes for older Adults

For more information please contact a Madera Adult School Representative at (559) 675-4425 or go to

www.madera.k12.ca.us/adulted

Services provided may include, but are not limited to:

• Counseling and guidance • Vocational and other training services • Job search and placement assistance • Transportation, if needed • Rehabilitation assistive technology

For more info go to: WWW.DOR.CA.GOV or please speak to a Customer Service Representative if interested in scheduling an

appointment with a DOR Representative.

SER provides senior residents quality services in employment, education and affordable housing.

• Employment/Training Opportunities for Mature Workers• Provides part-time community service jobs/training for

low- income seniors.

Qualifications:

• At least 55 years of age• Meet low-income guideline• Be a resident of Fresno/Madera County

For more information please call (559) 452-0881

Age is not a limitation, but a qualification

For more information, please call (559) 674-5695 Office hours are 8:00am to 5:00pm, Monday through Friday

• Rental Assistance Programs

• Homeownership Programs

• Self Sufficiency Programs

• After School Programs

• School Readiness Programs

State Center Community College DistrictMadera Center

State Center Community College District provides quality innovativeand accessible educational programs and services that enhanceStudent learning and global citizenship.

• Academic and occupational programs• Associate Degree, Certificates of Achievement, Certificates of Completion

• Financial Aid• Academic Counseling• Career Services• Health Services• And much more….

For more information go to www.scccd.com or call (559) 675-4800

For Further Information

If you are interested in any of the services or community resourcesyou just viewed or community resources, please contact our Office at(559) 662-4500 or see our Receptionist at the Madera CountyWorkforce Assistance Center to schedule an appointment.

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