Job Banks

The agency provides welfare-to-work support services for mentally/emotionally disturbed persons who receive or are eligible to receive CalWORKs and live in the Metro area, SPA 4, of Los Angeles County. There are no geographic restrictions. Services may include general counseling services, including individual, couple and family therapy; in-person crisis intervention; medication monitoring; mental health evaluation; and psychiatric case management. An assessment for medical conditions which may aggravate the mental/emotional condition and appropriate referrals are also made. The program provides employment services for CalWORKs and GROW participants who receive mental health welfare-to work support services. Services include a job club, prejob guidance, job banks, job search/placement services, and post-placement support services. Mental health clients in welfare-to-work programs are assigned to one of 15 work centers which are co-located with DMH Mental Health Centers. The program also provides ADA implementation assistance to employers who wish to hire mentally-disabled welfare participants or to inquire about ADA requirements in the workplace. Staff also provide ongoing support for clients to maximize job retention. Child care is provided and transportation assistance, such as van pick-up, taxi vouchers or bus fare, is provided on a case-by-case basis.