Sacramento Works – One Stop Career Centers

Through its network of One Stop Career Centers, Sacramento Works can provide job seekers and employers a variety of services to fit their needs. The Sacramento Works One Stop Career Centers are conveniently located throughout Sacramento County, so that there is always a location close to you. Whether you are a job seeker looking for a new rewarding career or seeking to enhance your marketable skills or, a business owner or manager looking to recruit or train employees, Sacramento Works free services can help.

Career Center

Job Seeker Services

If you are looking for a job, Sacramento Works One Stop Career Centers have the tools and resources you need. The Centers provide access to:

Assessment

Information to assist with career decision making, Career exploration, researching careers and the expectation of education to pursue them. Provides an in depth employability skills assessment, designed to measure workplace vocational skills.

  • Ideas
    Ideas assessment helps customers to determine highest vocational interests that can lead to good career matches based on scoring results.
  • “Quick Guide” Skill Review
    Has 12 questions and includes questions in Reading for Information, Locating Information and Applied Mathematics which provides instant scores and recommendations.
  • WorkKeys Skills Assessment
    An in-depth employability skills assessment designed to measure workplace skills. Three assessments: Reading for Information, Locating Information and Applied Mathematics. Provides instant score reports. WorkKeys Certificates will be given to those who meet required skill levels.
  • WorkKeys Personal Skills Assessments (Soft Skills)
    Measures a set of personality characteristics that reflect a spectrum of behaviors and attitudes that are common in the workplace. Three assessments: Performance, Talent, and Fit.
  • CASAS
    Determines Reading and Mathematics grade levels.
  • Job Readiness Assessment
    A brief questionnaire to help identify where the Job Seeker is in their readiness for job search.
  • Get The Job You Want
    Job Seeking Tips & LMI

Basic Skills

Assists customers improve academic skills: reading, writing, and math.

  • Adult Education
    At-your-own-pace courses that teach math, reading, writing, science, and social studies in order to prepare individuals to take the GED exam, and provides remedial education and English as a Second Language programs for adults.
  • KeyTrain
    On-line training available in the Career Center resource rooms that provides education in reading and math.

Career/Technical Training

Variety of training’s and classes to prepare customers for careers related to a specific trade, occupation or vocation, i.e. trade school, post secondary, Adult Ed.

Computer Skills

The ability to use specific applications usually includes Microsoft Word, internet, and email systems.

  • Basic Computers Workshop
    Workshop for individuals who are seeking a beginner computer class to learn basic computer literacy: Word, Excel, and the internet.
  • Computer and Business Technologies
    An intensive 13-week computer based course with in class instruction. Modules in Microsoft Office Suite and Customer Service.
  • Computer Lab
    Open lab for PC literate customers to complete assessments, online applications, and taking typing tests.
  • Introduction to Microsoft Office, Internet & Email
    Participants will become familiar with the computer and commonly used software, as well as instruction and guidance on using the internet for job search.
  • PC Basics
    Introduction to basic operation of the PC. Includes CalJOBS navigation and Mouserobics.
  • PC Basics – Spanish
    Spanish language version of PC Basics.
  • Spreadsheets & Databases
    Introduction to Microsoft Excel and database management.
  • Windows & Work Introduction
    A hands-on basic introduction to Microsoft Office and Microsoft Word.
  • Word & Excel
    Step-by-step instruction on Word and Excel.
  • Workplace Skills and Computer Literacy
    A hands-on four week course.
  • Tutorials
    Self-directed computer tutorial programs including: computer and mouse series; how to cut and paste, email manage, use search engines, step by step process on Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Publisher.

Distance Learning/Online Training

Numerous computer, vocational, basic and comprehensive skills training available online (self-pace) or a formalized training taught remotely.

  • California Virtual Campus
    This site offers a catalog to help you find the online courses that are available at various California schools.
  • CSUS
    Career Center computer labs will be scheduled for customers who want to obtain credentials or certificates from C.S.U.S. distance learning programs.
  • Local Training Provider List for WIA Scholarships
    This is a list of approved Distance Learning providers approved for WIA Scholarships

Job Coaching/Career Counseling

One-on-one or group. Job Coach will address their employment barriers, assess customer needs and work potential, as well as help them to set realistic employment goals. Job Coaching/Career Counseling could also include employment events that are organized to meet the demand of a specific job seeker group, to provide customized recruitment, pre-screening, job matching and referrals.

  • Customized Resume Preparation
    Service provided to job seekers, one-on-one or in groups. Resumes are developed for a specific industry or position.
  • One-on-one coaching session
    A session with the Career Coach where the job seeker can continue to develop M.A.P, discuss career options, and receive job search tips and strategies.
  • Resume Review/Customization
    Review resume to improve format, style and customize for specific industry or position.
  • 10-Minute Resume Critique
    10 minute critique of your resumes format, style and content.

Employment Networking

Service which allows customers to network with employers and other job seekers.

  • Industry Specific Session
    A group session to discuss employment opportunities that match your skills and abilities to a specific industry.
  • Job Circle
    A group activity that will allow the job seeker to discuss and receive interviewing information, brush-up and feedback, customized resume preparation, network and learn how to contact and locate and access employers.

Job Search and Employment Skills

Workshops and programs designed to assist customers with the skills they need to obtain employment

  • Job Seeker Resources
    Provision of information on a range of topics including: job search, job interview tips, tips for conducting an internet job search, resume tips and suggestions, employment testing, job fairs and other topics.
  • Winway Resume
    Software program that allows you to develop a resume, create cover letters, job search via internet, and convert resume to Word.
  • Employment Laws and Felonies
    Understanding Your Paycheck, Legal/Illegal Interview Questions, Sexual Harassment Policies, Background Checks, and Explaining a Felony.
  • How To Get A State Job Workshop
    Assist jobseekers in searching and applying for current state job openings.
  • Job Search (Bilingual: Spanish)
    How to conduct a well organized job seeking campaign. Includes: Resume, Writing, Interview Techniques and Networking.
  • Job Search Tips & Strategies
    This workshop includes tips on interviewing, resume writing and identifying your skills.
  • Steps To Success Workshop
    How to conduct a well organized, successful job seeking campaign. For ex-offenders, youth, & adult.
  • What’s Keeping You Down?
    How to recognize your skills and overcome various employment barriers.
  • “30 Second Me”
    How to sell yourself in 30 seconds
  • Dress for Success
    Dressing for an Interview (actual examples of the non-appropriate and appropriate way to dress)
  • Employer Expectations
    Learn about the expectations of a hiring employer. Acquire tips about becoming a great employee and answer the question for yourself, “What do Employers really want from me!”
  • How to Interview When You Have Something to Hide
    Been fired, incarcerated? Never worked before? You can still get a job. Learn how to reveal when you have something to conceal.
  • The Interview “Green Light” to Employment
    Learn: To avoid the common pitfalls of interviewing. Effective verbal and non-verbal communication. The most important aspects of interviewing. To answer most frequently asked questions. To interview for various types, i.e. panel, group, second interview and follow-up. May include mock interviews.
  • Record Expungement Clinic
    Acquire information on how to reduce a background issue to a lower level. Speak with a trained legal professional in a confidential setting on your particular legal issue.
  • The Resume: Your personal ambassador to the job market.
    Learn how to make your resume stand out from the crowd, avoid common resume mistakes, and design the most effective resume for you.
  • Typing Test Information
    Typing test. Typing certificate. Typing games
  • Free Email Accounts
    Yahoo, Hotmail, Google email accounts.

Financial Literacy Classes

  • California Reality Check
    Self-assessment check list to assist you in determining what type of job and how much money you will need to earn based on what type of lifestyle you want to live.
  • Self-Sufficiency Calculator
    This on-line self-sufficiency calculator assists customers to develop the financial needs assessment that is required to receive financial assistance from the SWCC Career Center system, provides self-sufficiency standard for Sacramento County and assists customers in determining what local income supports they might be eligible for.
  • Career Transitions and Your Finances
    Learn how to finesse a move from one job to another or manage a period between jobs. Topics include severance pay, COBRA health coverage, 401(K) rollovers, budgeting between jobs, and more.
  • Cash Management
    Understand your cash-flow situation and explore ways to take control of your money – and find more money to save for future goals – through better management of your day-to-day finances. Get a handle on how to set up and follow a budget.
  • Financial Planning
    Class designed to aid in financial literacy.
  • Financial Literacy Workshop
    Learn about credit and budgeting as well as how to do your own taxes and invest in the Stock Market.
  • Money Management – Savings and Investing
    This seminar will show you how to set up a realistic plan for managing your checking, savings and investment accounts. The seminar also focuses on savings methods and long-term options like investing.
  • Putting Together the Pieces
    Creating your own financial plan can be like trying to solve a jigsaw puzzle, with competing financial priorities representing pieces of the puzzle. Gain insight into topics like managing debt and cash flow, building an emergency fund, tax rules, investment, retirement, education, insurance, and estate planning. Then, learn how to assemble all these “pieces” into a coherent financial plan.
  • Where Does My Money Go
    A money management course that covers how to focus on paying yourself first, understanding needs versus wants, sharing expenses, understanding interest on credit cards, as well as looking at way to save on utility bills, shopping and the benefits of making a grocery list.
  • You Can Bank On It – Basics of Banking
    Learn how to manage and save your money through banking services like direct deposit, online banking, and money transfers. This seminar also focuses on FDIC coverage, savings methods, using credit wisely, and the role of income protection.

Soft Skills Training

Non-technical, personality specific training focused on interpersonal skills.

  • Making The Job Work For You
    How to maintain, and retain your job. Learn how to deal with difficult situations.
  • True Colors
    A lively and interactive personality program that improves communication through recognition of a person’s true character.
  • Soft Skills Series
    Workshop focusing on: Communication, office politics, problem solving, time management and understanding credit and debt. True Colors included.
  • Guerilla Soft Skills Workshop
    Learn how to make yourself more employable from a dynamic presenter and an expert in the employment field. Learn the secrets to make yourself more marketable in all career fields.
  • Next Skills Institute
    64-hour course offered through Los Rios Community College District to provide “Next Skills”, the soft skills that are needed in order to retain employment and advance in your career.
  • 30 Ways To Shine
    A guide to success in the workplace.

Subsidized Employment

On-The-Job training opportunities for specific qualified customers.

  • On-the-Job Training (OJT)
    Employers hire trainees who often have limited work experience and few skills. The goal is employment with the employer who provides the training. There are several requirements for this program. The applicant must be:
    check mark a CalWorks participant
    check mark an Out-of-School youth
    check mark an adult
    check mark enrolled in the WIA intensive services
    check mark enrolled in the refugee program

Job Referrals to Employers

  • CalJOBS
    Matches employer job listings with job or career interests indicated on resumes posted by job seekers. Internet-based system to search for employment.
  • Resume Bank
    Post your resume on the Resume Bank to be eligible for interviews with employer’s who recruit qualified job candidates from the Sacramento Works Career Center system.
  • Job Seeker Websites
    Online job openings. See Job Seeker Resources for entire list of job search web site links.
  • Employer Orientations for Recruiting & Hiring
    Employers provide groups orientations to describe the jobs for which they are recruiting. Career Center coaches screen applications for employment, schedule interview with employers.
  • Find an Employer
    Locate employers that may have job openings. Search by industry, occupation, geography and name.
  • Industry Specific Jobs
    Search for jobs that match your skills and interest in a specific industry.
  • Industry Specific Session
    A group session to discuss employment opportunities that match your skills and abilities to a specific industry.
  • Job Fairs
    A public event for multiple employers to expose their career opportunities to a large number of job seekers.
  • Staffing Patterns by Industry
    Locate the employers that employ individuals in a specific occupation.

Financial Aid Options

  • Cal Grants
    California student aid commission
  • California Chafee Grant Program
    For current and former foster youth.
  • California Student Aid
    Website to learn about Cal Grants and other student aid programs, their requirements and how to apply for them.
  • How to Get Financial Aid
    Step-by-step instruction on how to complete the FASHA application.
  • How To Pay For Training
    Provide information on the various ways to pay for training. Click on Step #4 and apprenticeships located in steps for the best career for you!
  • Need Help? Services Workshop
    Learn where to go for help when you don’t know where to go. Learn about the different public and private Social Service programs (what financial aid and services they offer, qualifications criteria, and how to apply).
  • Pell Grant Workshop
    Assistance to complete the FAFSA financial application. Learn how to get free money to go to school. Free candy giveaway to all who complete this fun and exciting workshop.
  • Tuition Assistance
    WIA Programs. ITA – Individual Training Accounts
  • Websites for Scholarships
    List of various sites to apply for scholarships:

Workforce Intelligence

Consist of labor pool, occupational and demographic information to assist with training and career decision making.

  • Career One Stop
    CareerOneStop is: Your source for employment information and inspiration. The place to manage your career. Your pathway to career success. Tools to help job seekers, students, businesses, and career professionals.
  • CareerGPS
    CareerGPS.com is a one-of-a-kind, interactive web-based application designed to provide job seekers, students, workforce development professionals, teachers, and employers with one central location to find the information they need to make informed education and career decisions. CareerGPS.com offers access to a number of regional resources, including the ability to search O*NET occupational classifications and identify the regional training providers that offer related training for those occupations. Search by occupational objective and identify the related education/training programs including program and provider detail and identify occupational trends by industry and/or occupation.
  • EDD/LMID
    Provides a wide variety of industry and occupational information at the state, regional and local level, including projections of employment, local area profiles, lists of “hot jobs”, demand occupations lists, job search links, and California occupational guides.
  • O*NET Online
    O*Net OnLine offers users the opportunity to find occupations to explore; search for occupations that use their skills; look at related occupations, such as skills, knowledge, interests, and activities.
  • Occupational Outlook Handbook
    Provides a wide variety of occupational information, at the national level. The available information includes Nature of the Work, Working Conditions, Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement, Employment Information, Job Outlook, Earnings, Related Occupations, and other Sources of Additional Information.
These resources help you identify and apply for the job that is perfect for you.

But Sacramento Works goes beyond helping you get a job. The Sacramento Works One Stop Career Centers can also provide to you the knowledge and skills necessary to be successful at your new job. The One Stop Career Centers offer a variety of training opportunities to help you develop the technical and interpersonal skills today’s employers are looking for. From time-management courses to construction apprenticeship programs, Sacramento Works training opportunities will help you turn your new job into a rewarding career.

Sacramento Works offers:

  • Apprenticeship Opportunities
  • On-the-Job Training Programs
  • Career Assessment
  • Individual Case Management and Referrals
  • Youth Employment Services
  • Workshops