LACOE GAIN
A Job. A Better Job. A Career.
Helping Los Angeles County build economic self-sufficiency through gainful employment.
Who We Are
The LACOE GAIN Division is part of a large-scale, welfare-to-work initiative called Greater Avenues for Independence that operates in every county in California. In Los Angeles County, the initiative is under the supervision of the Department of Public Social Services. We serve local businesses and employers by helping them find and hire quality workers who are seeking opportunities for meaningful employment. These prospective workers are participants in the state welfare programs known as California Work Opportunities and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKS) or Skills and Training to Achieve Readiness for Tomorrow (START).Programs and Services
Career Services
Programs to prepare welfare-to-work clients for the modern workforce.
Hiring Spree LA
Career events for employers and job seekers in the LA County area.
Short Term Trainings
Specialized trainings designed to create employment opportunities.
Re-Entry Project
Assistance in resolving legal issues that constrain career growth.
Vocational Assessment
Identify and explore job interests and create career goals for the future.
Job Seeker Resources
Online resources for job seekers to improve job search techniques.
Success Stories
- Building a Better TomorrowMs. Estrada spent several years working in customer service roles at restaurants and supermarkets after graduating from high school. While those experiences helped her develop strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills,… Read more: Building a Better Tomorrow
- Reluctance to ReadinessWhen Ms. Bean first arrived at Focus 360, she felt uncertain. She had been scheduled for the program several times before but was unable to attend due to personal circumstances.… Read more: Reluctance to Readiness
- Confidence Behind the WheelWhen Vanity entered the Focus 360 program, she came determined to improve her family’s future. Like many job seekers, she had experience and potential but needed a clear strategy to… Read more: Confidence Behind the Wheel