1. Welcome to the Madera County Workforce Assistance Center
The Workforce Assistance Centers in Madera, Chowchilla and Oakhurst, are the America’s Job Centers for Madera County. They were created by a Federal Law called the Workforce Investment Act to assist people in accessing services related to employment, education, and training in their local community. The Madera County Workforce Assistance Center includes several partner agencies where customers can get services and/or information in one place.

2. Madera County Workforce Assistance Center Partner Agencies
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

3. Madera County Workforce Assistance Center Services for Customers
Skills Training Services
On the Job Training
Job Placement Services
Supportive Services
Work Readiness Certificate
Assessments and Career Coaching
GED Test Fee
Referrals to Partner Agencies and all available community resources and information and/or services

4. Madera County Workforce Assistance Center The Eyes of the Employer
The Madera County Workforce Assistance Center refers only the best qualified job seekers to local employers for employment. We are “the eyes of the employer” and expect nothing but the best from the job seekers who represent this Center. How you present yourselves will determine your success in securing the job you desire. Expectations for our Job Seekers are:
Dependability
Employers hire people who show the most promise of being at work on time every day and maintain good attendance. It is important to do the same with your scheduled appointments here at the Center. Keep your appointments, be prepared and be on time!

5. Madera County Workforce Assistance Center
Appearance
Good personal appearance and hygiene are extremely important when you are looking for a job. Dress for success!
Good Attitude
A good attitude can bring positive results to most situations. Jobs and opportunities are available daily with the right outlook and attitude. Start now!
The Madera County Workforce Assistance Center will prepare you to become a successful Job Seeker. These expectations are a guideline of what we and local employers are looking for to determine that you are the right candidate for the job!

6. Madera County Workforce Assistance Center
Resource Room Services
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, and phone
ADA Accessible and Assistive Equipment and Technology, Video
conferencing and TTY phones
– Website with a robust menu of
employment related services and information

7. Madera County Workforce Assistance Center Resource Room Policies
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 lost
or stolen items. Please leave your personal items at home;

8. Madera County Workforce Assistance Center Resource Room Policies
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 the
Resource 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 to insure that customers are job searching and are not on inappropriate websites. Staff has access to view, send warning messages and blank out screens if necessary.

9. Madera County Workforce Assistance Center Resource Room Policies
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;
A courtesy phone is available for customers who want to file or have questions regarding Unemployment Insurance Benefits.
Please be advised that the Madera County Workforce Assistance Center is not the State of California Employment Development Department (EDD), Unemployment Insurance (UI) Office or State Disability Insurance (SDI) Division. If you are experiencing issues or concerns regarding your benefits, the Workforce Assistance Center Staff are happy to provide you with contact information and ways in which you can contact EDD related to UI and SDI. An EDD Representative is available on a limited basis to provide assistance for job search and related services and assistance. The Workforce Assistance Center Staff will be happy to provide you with further information and the scheduled days and times for EDD Staff.

10. Madera County Workforce Assistance Center
How can we help you?
Interested in training or upgrading your current skills;
Lost 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 Coaching;
Short Term Pre-Vocational Services;
Adult Education;
Supportive Services;

11. CalJOBS
Must register in

12. CalJOBS
All job seekers interested in obtaining services from Madera County Workforce Investment Corporation will be required to enter their employment history, job skills, education, etc., in our CalJOBS website.
An account will also be required and will allow staff to communicate with job seekers regarding special recruitments, job announcements, job fairs, etc. If you do not have an , one can be created for you in the CalJOBS Workshop.

13. For more information please call (559) 662-4500
The Madera County Workforce Investment Corporation operates programs for both adults and youth who need help finding employment. We provide a variety of services for people living in Madera County who are interested in finding work, going to school and/or training or improving their skills to move up in their workplace.
The Madera County Workforce Investment Corporation also provides services to local employers. We recruit and take applications for local companies, screen the applicants, and schedule interviews at our office or at the company site. We will also make referrals to employers for direct placement.
For more information please call (559)

14. Resources for Job Placement and Referrals
Information on Training Services
Services for Employers
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, Job Placement and/or Job Referral services)

15. Funding for training through Madera County Workforce Investment Corporation is limited. Services will be provided to Job Seekers that are motivated, committed, and determined to achieve their career goal and become successfully employed.
Support from family and friends are important, we ask that you discuss your training plans with them before you make this important decision.
There will be mandated activities that you will need to complete before training can be considered.
What are some of the challenges you currently have that will need to be addressed? Transportation, Child care, Income, Legal issues.

16. Individuals will be selected for training according to the following priority of services:
1. Veterans
Customers who complete and receive their GED Certificate
or High School Diploma and want additional training.
3. All other customers.
We are no longer able to assist customers with the registration fees and books for GED Prep classes. If you are interested in getting your GED Certificate, we may be able to assist you with the cost of the GED Test. You must bring your assessment results to show that you are ready to take the exam.

17. Ticket to Work Program (TtW)
Madera County Workforce Assistance Center is an approved Employment Network (EN) provider. ENs are contracted by SSA to administer the Ticket to Work (TtW) program.
TtW allows SSI or SSDI beneficiaries to receive a ticket to work, which may be assigned to an EN provider for assistance in achieving their desired employment goal.
Benefits Counseling is available to help ticketholders understand how work may impact their disability benefits.

18. If you would like more information about the Ticket to Work Program and/or benefits counseling, please contact:
Maiknue Vang, Disability Resource Coordinator

19. In School/Out of School Program
Ready, Set, Go!
In School/Out of School Program
• Must meet eligibility criteria and be a Madera County resident
• Ages 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)

20. Employment Development Department
Job Search Assistance
Veteran Employment Services
Trade Adjustment Services
Migrant/Seasonal Farm Worker Employment Services
New CalJOBS –
Unemployment Insurance Benefits
UI Courtesy Phones
UI Application Forms
Internet Access to apply on-line

21. Central Valley Opportunity Center
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
Qualification criteria: 50% of the family income must come from
Agriculture related employment.
For more information, please call (559)

22. Madera County Department of Social Services
Services include but are not limited to:
Cash Assistance
Diversion Assistance
Medi-Cal Coverage
Food Stamps
Employment Services
For more information please call (559)

23. Madera Adult School 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 call (559)

24. Department of Rehabilitation
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 information go to: www/dor.ca.gov or please speak to a Customer Service Representative if interested in scheduling an appointment with a DOR Representative.

25. SER-Jobs for Progress National Inc.
Age is not a limitation, but a qualification
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)

26. Housing Authority of Madera County
Rental Assistance Programs
Homeownership Programs
Self Sufficiency Programs
After School Programs
School Readiness Programs
For more information, please call (559)

27. State Center Community College District
Madera Center
State Center Community College District provides quality innovative and accessible educational programs and services that enhance Student 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 please call (559)

28. For Further Information
If you are interested in any of the services or community resources you just viewed please contact our Office at (559) or see our Workforce Assistant Staff at the Madera County Workforce Assistance Center to schedule an appointment.
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