The Child and Family Guidance Center is a LA County Department of Mental Health (DMH) contractor that provides Specialized Prevention and Early Intervention (PEI) services to children, transition-age youth, and adults utilizing evidence-based treatment interventions (EBPs) that are consistent with the LAC/DMH Mental Health Services Act (MHSA).
The Center also provides families with access to a comprehensive continuum of services depending on the needs of the family, ranging from once-a-week, time-limited mental services (PEI) to intensive in-home services that are delivered several times a week with 24/7 availability for crises.
The Community Resource Services is a division dedicated to improving the quality of life for special needs children and their families by helping them to locate, access, and effectively use essential community health and social services.
Programs Serving All Youth Age 14 and Up
Exploring
16525 Sherman Way C - 8
Van Nuys, CA 91406 (818) 785-8700
www.exploring.org
Minimum Age: 14
Exploring is a career program for young men and women ages 14-20 that gives you “hands-on” volunteer experience in the working world. The youth get to work with adults who are in the profession. This experience would look good on their college applications and resumes. Additionally, there are numerous scholarships and awards specifically for Explorers.
SPONSOR MEETING LOCATION
AVIATION
Post 3
Post 747
FIRE SERVICE
Optimist Club of North Hollywood Whiteman Airport
7240 Hayvenhurst Avenue, Van Nuys 12635 Osborne Street, Pacoima
Post 5 LA County Fire Battalion 5 4206 N. Cornell Road, Agoura Hills
MEDICAL
Post 918
Kaiser Permanente
13652 Cantara Street, Panorama City POLICE
Post 521
San Fernando PD 910 First Street, San Fernando SHERIFF
Post 164
Post 1097
SCHOOL GROUPS
LASD Lost Hills LASD – North Academy
27050 Agoura Road, Agoura Hills College of the Canyons, Valencia
Post 224 Cavalier Films Cleveland High School
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) www.edd.ca.gov
Target Population: Youth ages 14-21 who are low-income and face a barrier.
Services Available: Subsidized job placements, vocational case management, career/college planning, and summer job program. Diploma completion.
Northeast San Fernando Valley AJCC 13356 Eldridge Avenue Sylmar, CA 91342 (818) 482-1754
Champions In Service 12605 Osborne Street Pacoima, CA 91331 (818) 891-9399
www.cisgla.org
Youth on probation or who have a history of legal problems.
El Proyecto del Barrio/Worksource California 9024 Laurel Canyon Boulevard Sun Valley, CA 91352 (818) 710-5236 www.elproyecto.us
The agencies on this document are listed for informational purposes only. No endorsement of the quality of services is intended by Community Resource Services of the Child and Family Guidance Center.
Youth Employment Opportunity Program (YEOP) www.edd.ca.gov www.laoyc.org
Target Population: Youth ages 15-25, of all incomes, at risk of not achieving their educational goals (high school dropout, at risk of dropping out of school, including college), youthful offender, teen parent, limited English skills, foster/homeless youth, gang member/associate, etc. Youth who may not necessarily fit under any of the criteria above may still be eligible for YEOP services upon assessment.
Services Available: Job preparation and placement; peer advising; college planning. Hiring Process workshops offered.
Job Corps (800) 733-Jobs www.jobcorps.gov
Target Population: Low-income youth in need of job skills, ages 16-24, not currently on probation or parole.
Services Available: Hands-on vocational and educational training for high school level (GED or diploma) and posthigh school level. The program includes optional room and board, medical and dental care, clothing, and a daily living allowance. (Free for qualifying students.) Two locations:
Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) 23838 Valencia Boulevard, Suite 303 Santa Clarita, CA 91355 (661) 799-1020 www.dor.ca.gov
15400 Sherman Way, Suite 140 Van Nuys, CA 41406 (818) 901-5024
Target Population: Youth or adults with a mental health diagnosis, learning disability, developmental disability, or physical impairment, regardless of income.
Services Available: Vocational assessment and planning; job placement and job club; vocational training and college courses; job coach and supported employment; workshop employment; assistive technology; referrals to vocational training or college. Payment of transportation, clothing allowance, tools, and possibly school/college tuition when the candidate qualifies for such services
Employment Development Department (EDD) www.edd.ca.gov
Target Population: Youth age 16 and older
Services Available: Offers a variety of services and programs at no cost, designed to benefit all job seekers, including youth and people with disabilities. Job placement for the general public and specialized programs for parolees, ex-convicts, veterans, the disabled, and welfare-to-work. EDD provides individuals with job search and resume workshops, job fairs and referrals, training, and much more.
Glendale Office 1255 S. Central Avenue Glendale, CA 91204 (818) 409-0498
Los Angeles Job Corps Center 1020 South Olive Street Los Angeles, CA 90015 (213) 748-0135
www.losangeles.jobcorps.gov
Long Beach Job Corps Center 1903 Santa Fe Avenue Long Beach, CA 90810 (562) 983-1777
www.longbeach.jobcorps.gov
Regional Occupational Program (ROP)
716 East 14th Street, 1st Floor Los Angeles, CA 90021
www.cde.ca.gov/ds/si/rp/southernpoc.asp
Target Population: Youth age 16 and older
Services Available: Hands-on vocational training and on-thejob training held at high school campuses, private businesses, and community sites. Intensive courses are also available during intersession and summer. Youth may receive high school credits.
Contact the Career Counselor at the high school for a schedule of classes or assistance with enrollment.
CalJOBS
www.caljobs.ca.gov www.edd.ca.gov
Target Population: Youth age 16 and older
Services Available: This online resource helps job seekers easily search for jobs, build resumes, access career resources, and gather information on education and training programs. An online account will need to be created to access these resources.
Computerized job listings via the Internet. Youth may register online.
The agencies on this document are listed for informational purposes only. No endorsement of the quality of services is intended by Community Resource Services of the Child and Family Guidance Center.
Occupational Centers
Target Population: Youth age 16 and older
Services Available: Hands-on classroom vocational training in a wide variety of occupations. Youth may receive high school credits.
Contact the Career Counselor at the high school for a schedule of classes or assistance with enrollment. Some schools may provide bus transportation to the Centers.
West Valley Occupational Center
6200 Winnetka Avenue
Woodland Hills, CA 91367 (818) 346-3540 x220
www.wvoc.net
WVOC has two additional campuses where students can learn English, prepare for a High School Equivalency Test, earn a high school diploma, prepare for a new career, or upgrade skills for an existing career. Career Technical Education (CTE) classes are only offered at the WVOC. Disability Support Services are offered.
Reseda Adult School
18230 Kittridge Street Reseda, CA 91335 (818) 758-3700
Van Nuys Adult School 6535 Cedros Avenue Van Nuys, CA 91411 (818) 778-6000
North Valley Occupational Center/Aviation Center
11450 Sharp Avenue Mission Hills, CA 91345 (818) 256-1400 (818) 365-2695
www.nvoc.org
NVOC has four additional campuses where students can learn English, prepare for a High School Equivalency Test, earn a high school diploma, prepare for a new career, or upgrade skills for an existing career. Career Technical Education (CTE) classes offered vary across the campuses. Citizenship classes offered.
East Valley Skill Center 8601 Arleta Avenue Sun Valley, CA 91352 (818) 759-5841
Career Technical Education (CTE): business education, graphic design, and industrial technology.
Rinaldi Adult Center
17450 Rinaldi Street Granada Hills, CA 91344 (818) 366-9171
Career Technical Education (CTE): business education.
Aviation Center (Van Nuys Airport) 16550 Saticoy Street Van Nuys, CA 91406 (818) 785-7511
Career Technical Education (CTE): classes offered in aircraft mechanics. Visit the main campus (NVOC) to schedule a reading and math assessment, as it is a prerequisite for the program.
The agencies on this document are listed for informational purposes only. No endorsement of the quality of services is intended by Community Resource Services of the Child and Family Guidance Center.
California Division of Apprenticeship Standards (DAS) –
Los Angeles District Office
320 West 4th Street, Room 950 Los Angeles, CA 90013 (213) 576–7750 (213) 576–7758 Fax www.dir.ca.gov/das/das.html DAS@dir.ca.gov
Target Population: Youth age 16 and older (age requirement may vary depending on the chosen apprenticeship program) Services Available: Paid apprenticeship programs offered in many occupations to help adults develop skills in viable career pathways.
Playa Vista Job Opportunities and Business Se rvices (PV Jobs)
4112 S. Main Street Los Angeles, CA 90037 (323) 432-3955
www.pvjobs.org info@pvjobs.org
Target Population: At risk youth 16 and older, adults and veterans that have experienced one of the following employment barriers: did not complete high school, history of substance abuse, household income below 50% of the median, homelessness, welfare recipient, history of involvement in the justice system, chronic unemployment, and/or an unemployed single parent.
Services Available: Pre-apprenticeship training in Construction, Hospitality, Carpentry, and Tech Math for electricians. As well as job training and employment opportunities. Also provides financial assistance to cover the costs of union initiation fees, construction tools, and clothing.
LA County Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO)
DEO’s Youth@Work program provides the County’s future workforce with first-time, paid work experiences with highgrowth and high-road sectors, building skills and experiences that meet the region’s talent needs now and in the future. The program offers personal enrichment and hands-on paid work experience through our America’s Job Centers of California (AJCCs) and local employer partners.
Services Offered: 140 hours of paid work experience with hundreds of participating employer partners as host sites. Postprogram connection to additional hiring, training, and education opportunities Connection to supportive services and mentorship programs
Countywide Youth Bridges
Youth@Work - Los Angeles County Public Safety Career 3175 West 6th Street
Los Angeles, CA 90020
Youth Worker Training Program
Email: CYBP@hr.lacounty.gov
Website: http://hr.lacounty.gov/
Targeted Population: Youth ages 16-24
Los Angeles County residents who have the right to work in the U.S.
Services Offered: Paid training program for youth, 12-month internship, option to specialize in various level entry positions at the County department, personal enrichment trainings, and supportive services.
The agencies on this document are listed for informational purposes only. No endorsement of the quality of services is intended by Community Resource Services of the Child and Family Guidance Center.
Worksource Centers (888) 226-6300
Programs Serving Older Youth Age 18 and Up
Target Population: Youth age 18 and older Services Available: Two service levels:
Group 1: Intensive Service Clients: Primarily serves low-income families, dislocated workers, and people with disabilities. Vocational guidance and case management, job preparation and placement, job training, including referrals to training vendors and funding of tuition costs, basic skills remediation, on-the-job training, and supportive services, including transportation and childcare.
Group 2: General Public: Requires only a Driver’s License or ID Access to resource library, video room, computer lab, job boards, fax machine, copier, telephones, and Internet resources
El Proyecto del Barrio
WorkSource Center
9024 Laurel Canyon Boulevard Sun Valley, CA 91352 (818) 504-0334
Northeast San Fernando Valley
American Job Center of California 13356 Eldridge Avenue Sylmar, CA 91342 (818) 482-1754
Target Population: Youth ages 18-25 (not currently on probation or parole); no income requirement.
Services Available: Paid 1-3 years employment/training working outdoors in tree planting, trail maintenance, construction, carpentry, emergency response, firefighting, and related fields. Youth may concurrently earn a GED or high school diploma, attend college courses, and learn computer skills. Clients may live at home and work locally. Room and board are currently provided in Norwalk, Pomona, Camarillo, and other locations.
Conservation Corps
19040 Vanowen Street Reseda, CA 91335
(213) 362-9000 Ext. 110
www.lacorps.org
Target Population: Youth ages 18-24
Services Available: Paid employment/training working to conserve or enhance California’s natural resources and assist with natural disasters or emergencies. Youth may concurrently earn a GED, a high school diploma, or attend college. Residential program in Camarillo (and throughout California) and non-residential programs in Los Angeles (and throughout California).
Build Ability
12432 Foothill Boulevard Sylmar, CA 91342 (818) 898-0020
www.buildability.org
Chrysalis
13545 Van Nuys Boulevard, Suite #1
Pacoima, CA 91331 (818) 794-4200
www.changelives.org
Target Population: Low-income or homeless adults; emancipated youth.
Services Available: Job preparation classes; vocational case management; access to job leads, fax, Internet, telephone, clothing room, and bus tokens. Chrysalis also runs Labor Connection, a staffing agency, and StreetWorks, a street maintenance service that provides clients with paid apprenticeships to gain marketable experience and job skills.
Meet Each Need with Dignity (MEND)
10641 San Fernando Road Pacoima, CA 91331
(818) 896-0246
(818) 897-2443
www.mendpoverty.org
Target Population: Youth age 18 and older
Services Provided: Basic, hands-on job training program to prepare clients to complete higher-level training or obtain entry-level employment in the following areas: dental assisting, computer office skills, computer repair, warehouse and inventory control, and catering and food service. Applicants must demonstrate basic English skills.
The agencies on this document are listed for informational purposes only. No endorsement of the quality of services is intended by Community Resource Services of the Child and Family Guidance Center.
Los Angeles Hospitality Training Academy www.lahta.org/ info@lahta.org
Hospitality Training Academy (HTA)
1150 South Olive Street, 226th Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90015 (213) 866-8541
Hospitality Training Academy Kitchen (HTAK) 1234 South Western Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90006
Target Population: Low-income marginalized individuals seeking a job in the hospitality field. Services Available: Provides a variety of workforce development, apprenticeship, and training programs for jobs in the hospitality industry. Some online hospitality training programs are also offered.
St. Joseph Center’s Educational and Vocational Services 204 Hampton Drive Venice, CA 90291 (310) 396 6468
Services Available: The culinary training program is an 8week program of hands-on classes in kitchen safety, culinary techniques, and professional life skills, followed by a 4-week internship at a local restaurant.
Jewish Vocational Services Los Angeles (JVSLA) 6505 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 200
Los Angeles, CA 90048 (323) 761-8888
www.jvs-socal.org DGudiel@jvs-socal.org (Debbie Gudiel – Recruitment Intake Supervisor) or askus@jvs-socal.org
Targeted Population: Youth age 18 and older with a minimum High School Diploma or GED, who are fluent in English, have a valid California driver’s license or state ID, are eligible to work in the United States, can commit to perfect attendance for the duration of the training program, and can pass a criminal background check. Additional requirements may apply based on the selected program.
Services Available: 8-week intensive career training programs in apartment maintenance technicians, banking, Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA), and training for NonClinical positions within the healthcare industry. *Program training location may vary.
Targeted Population: Low-income and underserved women of all ages.
Services Available: Vocational Training programs in digital web technology. Codetalk is a 16-week-long program for low-income and underserved women of all age groups that teaches the fundamentals of front-end web development.
The agencies on this document are listed for informational purposes only. No endorsement of the quality of services is intended by Community Resource Services of the Child and Family Guidance Center.
Programs Offered Through LAUSD Schools
Career Advisor, Work Experience Coordinator, College Counselor
AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) (213) 241-4870 https://avid.lausd.org/
Clean and Green 1400 North Spring Street Los Angeles, CA 90012 (323) 224-2550 Ext. 502 www.lacorps.org
District Office of Transition Services (DOTS) (213) 241-6701
Transition Services DOTS – Division of Special Education – Division of Special Education spedsfss@lausd.net
Target Population: High school students
Services Available: The Career Advisor assists students who are vocationally bound with referrals to vocational programs, including Occupational Centers, ROP, vocational programs at community colleges, and ROTC. The Career Advisor also assists seniors with their portfolios for graduation. The Work Experience Coordinator issues work permits, provides referrals to on and off-campus employment, and may teach a work experience class in order for working students to earn high school credits. The College Counselor assists college-bound students with college selection, application submission, required prerequisites, and tests. Financial aid is located at all LAUSD high school campuses.
Target Population: Students who are interested in attending college. Outreach focuses on students with average to high test scores who currently have an average grade point average.
Services Provided: Students are placed in a college preparatory track. Support services include tutorials consisting of collaborative study groups and writing groups. Activities include motivational activities, field trips, and college and career preparation.
Contact: Laura Giaimo
Target Population: Youth ages 13-17
Services Available: Youth work 25 hours per week when off track, during summer vacation, or Saturdays during their school year. Duties include: removing graffiti, cleaning neighborhoods, planting trees, gardening, and painting murals.
Target Population: LAUSD public school students (grades K-12)
Services Provided: Magnet schools offer a range of educational possibilities, including programs in Communications, Fine Arts, Foreign Language, Gifted/High Ability, Humanities, Law/Government/Police Studies, Math/Science/Technology, and Medical Careers.
Target Population: Youth with an IEP who attend 8-12th grade at a public school.
Services Available: All clients receiving special education services at a LAUSD public high school are required to have a transition plan as part of their IEP, commencing at age 14. Each high school is assigned a DOTS teacher (who also serves eighth graders at middle schools) to provide transition services to students. Contact a DOTS Teacher at the local high school.
High schools (both public and non-public) offer this employment program, primarily for 11th and 12th grade students, which subsidize wages of work-ready students.
The agencies on this document are listed for informational purposes only. No endorsement of the quality of services is intended by Community Resource Services of the Child and Family Guidance Center.
Perkins/Academy Programs
Contact individual high schools
PDF of CTE courses offered throughout LAUSD schools https://achieve.lausd.net/site/handlers/filedownload.ashx?moduleinstanceid=64648&dataid=105078&FileName=LAUSD%20C TE_Pathways_2020-21.pdf
Target Population: High school students
Services Provided: Students who enroll in the Perkins Program will choose a career path and typically take at least one course in that career path each semester. Academies are a school-within-a-school that aims to prepare students for a skilled career path. Students participate in classes that integrate academic and career preparation instruction. The following are examples of some local high schools that offer these programs.
Arleta High School (818) 686-4100 Social Justice www.arletahigh.net
Canoga Park High School (818) 673-1300
Entrepreneurship, Hospital Occupations, Animal Science, Plant and Soil Services, and International Trade.
www.canogaparkhs.org
Cleveland High School (818) 885-2300
Media and Design Arts, Child Development, and Drafting Architecture. www.clevelandhs.org
Chatsworth High School (818) 678-3400
Performing Arts, Health & Fitness, Urban Studies, Medical Health, Writing Program, Business & Technology, Law & Justice, and Visual Arts www.chatsworthhs.org
Grant High School (818) 756-2700
Media and Design Arts, Sales and Marketing, Child Development, Business Financial Management, Travel and Tourism, and Culinary Arts. www.granths.org
North Hollywood High School (818) 753-6200
Ornamental Horticulture, Animal Science, Construction, and Automotive. www.nhhs.net
Northridge Academy High School (818) 700-2222 9th grade Bridge/Exploratory, Health & Human, Arts, Media & Communication, Leadership & Learning www.northridgeacademyhs.org
Reseda High School (818) 758-3600
Police, Visual Performing, and Liberal Arts. www.resedahs.net
San Fernando High School (818) 898-7600
Media and Arts, Cabinetmaking and Wood, Child Development, Engineering, Culinary Arts, Graphic Arts, and Auto www.sanfernandohs.com
Taft High School (818) 227-3600
Fashion Design, Graphic Art Technology, and Film Making 1 AB Arts: CAD www.tafthigh.org
Kennedy High School (818) 271-2900
Cabinetmaking and Wood Products, Film/Video Production, Media and Design Arts, Family and Human Services, Architectural and Structural Engineering, Computer Programming and Systems Development. www.jfkcougars.org
Monroe High School (818) 830-4200
Architecture and Structural Engineering, Video Production, Food Service and Hospitality, Cabinetmaking and Wood Products. www.monroehs.org
Van Nuys High School (818) 778-6800
Media and Design Arts, Stage Production, Child Development, Engineering Design, Food Service and Hospitality, Manufacturing, Automotive, and Graphic. www.ca02225230.schoolwires.net
Verdugo Hills High School (818) 951-5400
Cabinetmaking and Wood Products, Medical Occupations, Information and Support Services, Media and Design Arts, and Architectural and Structural Engineering. www.verdugohs.org
The agencies on this document are listed for informational purposes only. No endorsement of the quality of services is intended by Community Resource Services of the Child and Family Guidance Center.
Panorama High School (818) 909-4500
Culinary Arts www.panoramahs.org
Valley College
Valley College offers school-to-career academies to motivate students to pursue a career and attend college. The following academies are offered by the following high schools: Grant, Monroe, North Hollywood, Polytechnic, and San Fernando & Van Nuys High Schools. Fire Academy (LA Fire Department), Justice Academy (LA County Sheriff’s Department), Woodlands Academy (US Forest Service), Leadership Academy (CA Army National Guard), Robotics: Engineering and Electronics (National Tooling and Machining Association).
Polytechnic High School (818) 394-3600
Cisco Network www.polyhigh.org
Programs Serving Transitional Youth with Special Needs
Valley Employment Services at San Fernando Valley Community Mental Health Center (SFVCMHC) 16360 Roscoe Boulevard, 2nd Floor Van Nuys, CA 91406 (818) 902–5315 www.movinglivesforward.org
Path Point 8510 Balboa Blvd. Suite 100 Northridge, CA 91325 (818) 773-9570 www.pathpoint.org
Ability First/Work Center 789 North Fair Oaks Avenue Pasadena, CA 91103 (626) 449-5662 www.abilityfirst.org Email: Info@abilityfirst.org
Target Population: Youth age 17 or older with a mental health diagnosis.
Services Available: Vocational assessment, job placement, and volunteer placement. Supported employment, monitoring of vocational plan, transitional services, and linkage to the Department of Rehabilitation.
Target Population: Youth age 18 and older with a developmental disability or with a mental health diagnosis who are Department of Rehabilitation clients. Services Available: Vocational assessment, job placement, supported employment/job coaching, skills training, and independent living skills.
Target Population: Youth age 18 or older (developmental disability).
Services Provided: Sheltered workshop, job preparation skills, and supported employment.
The agencies on this document are listed for informational purposes only. No endorsement of the quality of services is intended by Community Resource Services of the Child and Family Guidance Center.
New Horizons
15725 Parthenia Street
North Hills, CA 91343 (818) 894-9301
www.newhorizons-sfv.org
Email: Info@newhorizons-sfv.org
CITY Community Services
3800 La Crescenta Avenue, Suite 103 Glendale, CA 91214 (800) 852-9931 Toll Free (818) 542-6800 www.citycommunityservices.org
Build Ability
12432 Foothill Boulevard
Sylmar, CA 91342 (818) 898-0020 www.buildability.org
Email: info@buildabilityla.org
Vistas Social and Work Program 10940 Victory Boulevard, #103 North Hollywood, CA 91602 (818) 509-0150/0159 www.shsvistas.org
Email: nohovistas@gmail.com
Tierra del Sol
9919 Sunland Boulevard Sundland, CA 91040 (818) 352-1419 www.tierradelsol.org
Social Vocational Services
8550 Balboa Boulevard, Suite 218 Northridge, CA 91325 (818) 831-1321 www.socialvocationalservices.org
Target Population: Youth age 18 or older (developmental disability).
Services Available: Sheltered workshop, supported employment, job coaching, and life skills training.
Target Population: Youth ages 18 or older with a developmental disability or a mental health diagnosis who are Department of Rehabilitation clients.
Services Available: Work evaluation, job placement, independent living skills, day program services, and personal assistance.
Target Population: Youth ages 18 or older with a developmental disability or a mental health diagnosis who are Department of Rehabilitation clients.
Services Available: Sheltered workshop, Work evaluation, job placement, supported employment/job coaching, independent living skills. Vocational training and community integration training.
Target Population: Dually diagnosed adults who are also Regional Center clients.
Services Available: Behavior modification day program, which includes independent living skills, basic vocational skills, and volunteer work, such as gardening, kitchen duties, or animal care.
Target Population: Youth age 18 or older (individuals with cognitive, physical, emotional, or behavioral disabilities).
Services Provided: They offer a very wide range of community employment services. These include Supported Individual Employment and Small Group Supported Work, as well as situational work assessments and placement services. College access program and career in the arts program.
Target Population: Youth age 18 or older
Services Provided: Offers a wide range of services, including Adult Day Programs, Supported Employment, Residential, Transportation, and Financial Management Services.
The agencies on this document are listed for informational purposes only. No endorsement of the quality of services is intended by Community Resource Services of the Child and Family Guidance Center.
