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10 April, 2017 l Working World l WorkingWorld.com but open to anyone age 15 years or older. Assists Job-ready applicants and employers through counseling, workshops and a job bank. Offers pre-employment preparation, job development, on-the job training and placement in computers, automotive, electronics and other trades. Call for additional Pasadena and Pomona locations. COST: Free. Mexican American Opportunity Foundation 401 N. Garfield Ave. Montebello, CA 90640 (323) 890-9600 Non-profit agency providing employment placement in positions from entry-level to technical for anyone not qualifying for government-funded programs. Services include job listings, computer training, on-the job training with partial reimbursement to employers; work experience for preschool teacher's aides, basic skills training in reading and math, limited paid internships for youths 18-21. COST: Free to eligible applicants. Pacific Asian Consortium in Employment (PACE) 1055 Wilshire Blvd., Ste. 1475 Los Angeles, CA 90017 (213) 353-3982 Community-based agency offering youth & adult job training and transitional workshops, job preparation, referral and placement to low income individuals age 22 and older. Training & technical assistance for low-income entrepreneurs, educational/ leadership development for high school dropouts and at-risk youth. COST: Free. Mexican American Opportunity Foundation Senior Training Program 972 South Goodrich Blvd. City of Commerce, CA 90022 (323) 313-1605 From learning skills for part-time work to receiving information on immigration or legal matters to receiving free minor home repairs, MAOF's comprehensive services for Seniors are available without charge to all who qualify. COST: Free if eligible. Southeast L.A. County Workforce Investment Board 10900 E. 183rd St., Ste. 392 Cerritos, CA 90703 (800) 481- 6555 One-Stop employment and training programs & services for laid-off workers, the unemployed and low-income. Special services for youth seeking G.E.D. and older workers (over 55.) Career Center offers resources, workshops. If eligible, may qualify for individual or in- depth training programs. COST: Free. Some services only for eligible clients. Southern California Indian Center 3440 Wilshire Blvd. #904 Los Angeles, CA 90010 (213) 387-5772 Non-profit organization serving the American Indian community. Provides employment assistance and vocational training to American Indians, native Alaskans and Native Hawaiians who are unemployed, underemployed or economically disadvantaged. Services include annual job fair, training, resume & job application preparation, job search techniques, job listings and referrals and educational workshops for parents. Call for additional locations. COST: Free to eligible applicants. Torrance Career Center Win One-Stop Career Centers 1220 Engracia Ave. Torrance, CA 90501 (310) 782-2101 Job search workshops, job postings, community and educational resource information, job search assistance. COST: Free; some services require eligibility. Verdugo Jobs Center 1255 S. Central Ave Glendale, CA 91204 (818) 409-0476 Full service one-stop jobs and career center providing services to employers and job seekers. Services include internet access to jobs postings boards and resources; workshops; resume, interview & job seeking guidance and assistance; educational & occupational training assistance & guidance. Satellite offices in Burbank, Glendale, La Canada-Flintridge. COST: Free; some services require eligibility. Women at Work 3871 E. Colorado Blvd. Pasadena, CA 91107 (626) 796-6870 A nonprofit, drop-in Career and job resource center serving unemployed and underemployed women (and men) in the greater L. A. area seeking jobs or changing careers. Services include job listings, job market information, career library, career workshops, career counseling, occupational testing, special employment programs, job search support groups, computer classes, self-serve computer lab. COST: Fees vary. CAREER RESOURCE GUIDE continued from page 8 Register NOW! Classes Fill Up Fast! Space is Limited! LOS ANGELES TRAINING INSTITUTE FOR ALCOHOL & DRUG COUNSELING PREPARE TO BECOME AN ALCOHOL AND DRUG COUNSELOR! • LOW COST TUITION WITH PAYMENT PLANS • 11 MONTH ACCELERATED PROGRAM • ALTERNATE WEEKEND CLASSES AVAILABLE LOS ANGELES LOCATION 1612 W. MANCHESTER AVE. LOS ANGELES, CA 90047 323-758-8266 PALMDALE LOCATION 1543 E. PALMDALE BLVD., SUITE G PALMDALE, CA 93550 661-947-9094 Call to attend an information session or schedule an appointment Approved Institute by the California Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professionals (CCAPP) formerly (CAADAC) Approved CEU Provider for CCAPP, CAADE and CADTP. Ask about our 10 Week CEU Program! WWW.TRAINING4AOD.ORG