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CalWORKs & Employment Services
About CalWORKs
If you are an adult with dependent children, you may be eligible for California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids, or CalWORKs. CalWORKs provides:
- Child care, work expense assistance, transportation, and counseling
- Education, employment and training programs through Employment Services
- Families with children financial assistance to meet their basic needs
- Support for families moving toward self-sufficiency
If you are eligible for CalWORKs you will automatically qualify for Medi-Cal and may also qualify for CalFresh. Unless you are exempt, you will be referred to the Employment Services program for assistance gaining employment. Placer County Employment Services (formerly Welfare to Work) can assist you in finding work through the Business Advantage Network:
- Receive daily job leads and information on job fairs and recruiting events called “Job Connections” by signing up for our email list.
- Visit our Resources for Job Seekers page for current job resource events in Placer County
Employment Services Monthly Activity Report Form
If you are currently receiving CalWORKs and are working with Employment Services, you may complete and submit your Monthly Activity Report electronically.
- Where to Apply
- Job Connections
- Finding a Job
- Hiring Incentive
- Program Policies
- Employment Services Advantages
- FAQs
You can apply for CalWORKs in several convenient ways. When applying online, by mail, or by phone, you may still be required to come to our office for an in-person interview.
Online
By Mail
Access the application (PDF) and return the completed application to Placer County, by mail:
P.O. Box 20400
Auburn, CA 95604
By Phone
- 1-888-385-5160
- 916-784-6000
- 530-889-7610
In Person
Why Come to Job Connections
- Meet Human Resource representatives face-to-face.
- Acquire information on current job openings and hiring processes.
- A new company is invited each month.
Come Prepared to
- Briefly introduce yourself (30 Second Me (PDF)).
- Share your skills and career interests with the recruiter.
- Distribute a targeted resume.
- Dress in interview appropriate attire.
Places You Can Go to Find a Job
- Connections Career Centers - Or visit the Connections Centers in person at the Auburn and Roseville locations:
- Auburn Connections
1919 Grass Valley Highway
Suite 100
Auburn, CA 95603
Phone: 530-823-4631
Open Monday through Friday 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 1 to 4:30 p.m.
First time visitors, please call for an appointment - Roseville Connections
115 Ascot Drive
Suite 180
Roseville, CA 95661
Phone: 916-865-2440
Open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
First time visitors, please call for an appointment
- Auburn Connections
- Job Seeker Resources
- Placer County Employment Opportunities
If you are participating in Placer County's Employment Services program your future employer is eligible for the Wage Reimbursement program. Visit our Subsidized Wage page for more details on how to offer your employer up to $6,000 wage reimbursement or call Katie Kenoyer at 530-889-4090.
Policy Documents
Why work with employment services:
- The purpose of Employment Services is to help you prepare for work and find employment. This can possibly include such activities as employment, job search, work experience, and educational/vocational training.
- Supportive services are provided to make it easier for individuals to participate in approved employment services activities. They include:
- Childcare
- Domestic abuse
- Mental health assistance
- Substance abuse
- Transportation
- Work or training related expenses
Learn More About Employment Services
- How do I apply for CalWorks?
- Do I have to have children to be eligible for CalWorks?
- Do I have to be a U.S. citizen to be eligible?
- What is the maximum aid I can receive?
- When do I report changes?
- How will working affect my cash aid?
- What if I'm homeless?
- How long can I be on CalWorks?
- If I am approved for benefits, how do I access them?
- What happens if my electronic benefit transfer card is not working?
- What if I have lost my electronic benefit transfer card?
- If I am a pregnant or parenting teen, can I receive CalWorks?
- If I receive supplemental security income/state supplemental payments, am I eligible for benefits?
- What if I have a cash emergency?
- What is welfare to work?
- How do I find out information about my benefits?