The Alameda County Social Services Agency is comprised of 2,400 men and women working collectively and in partnership with community-based organizations to serve the needs of the community. Services are provided through five departments: Agency Administration and Finance, Adult and Aging Services, Children and Family Services, Workforce and Benefit Administration and Policy Office.
County of Alameda, CA - Government
#COVID19 is still in our communities and we are still at risk. #StayHome if you can. If you must go out, it is critically important to keep physical distance and not gather, wear face coverings, and wash hands frequently to protect yourself and those around you. #BeatCOVID19
Are you in need of food? You can locate nearby food distribution sites on our Alameda County Emergency Food, Testing, & Services site https://www.acgov.org/maps/food-services.htm or by contacting the Alameda County Community Food Bank's Food Helpline at 510-635-3663. #FoodForAll #CalFreshAwarenessMonth
*Open to CalWORKs participants only*
#NowHiring four Client Service Specialists in #Oakland. $18/hr, M-F 9:00 am - 5:30 pm with health & dental benefits after 30 days. Open until filled.
Email your resume as an attachment and provide the job title, your phone number, and CalWORKs case number. Send to [email protected] or [email protected] or [email protected]
CalFresh Food benefits can now be used to buy groceries ONLINE at Walmart and Amazon. You can even select home delivery! Spend $35 or more on groceries at Amazon and get home delivery for FREE. For more information on online food purchase through CalFresh: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/ebt-online
Apply for CalFresh online: GetCalFresh.org #CalFreshAwarenessMonth #ChooseCalFresh #CalFreshFood #FoodForAll
#NowHiring Amazon warehouse & PrimeNow shopping team members in #BayArea. Earn up to $17.25/hr. Apply online at http://www.amazon.com/newarkjobs #jobs
**Pandemic EBT for families with children**
Due to COVID 19, families with children who are eligible for free or reduced-price meals through the School Lunch Programl will receive extra food benefits. These food benefits are known as Pandemic EBT or P-EBT benefits. P-EBT benefits help families in California supplement their children’s meals when schools are closed.
If you already receive CalFresh, Medi-Cal or Foster Care benefits, you do not need to apply online. A P-EBT card will arrive in the mail between May 7 - 22, 2020.
If your child or children are eligible for free or reduced-price meals BUT DO NOT receive CalFresh, Medi-Cal or Foster Care benefits, you MUST APPLY ONLINE starting May 22, 2020 and BEFORE June 30, 2020: https://ca.p-ebt.org
For more information: https://ca.p-ebt.org/en/info
#CalFreshAwarenessMonth
** California Disaster Relief Assistance for Immigrants (DRAI) **
The State of California will provide one-time disaster relief assistance to adult undocumented immigrants impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. This is only for adults who are ineligible for other forms of federal unemployment or pandemic related assistance, such as the CARES act or unemployment benefits.
Alameda County residents call to apply at 1-415-324-1011.
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Please begin calling 1-415-324-1011 for help with Disaster Relief Assistance for Immigrants (DRAI)⠀
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We are doing all we can. Please know we are receiving thousands of calls, so please don’t lose hope and be patient while we work to respond as quickly as possible.
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EL NÚMERO DE TELÉFONO HA CAMBIADO ⠀
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Comience a llamar al 1-415-324-1011 para obtener ayuda con la Asistencia de Ayuda por Desastre para Inmigrantes (DRAI) ⠀
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Estamos haciendo todo lo que podemos. Tenga en cuenta que estamos recibiendo miles de llamadas, así que no pierda la esperanza y sea paciente mientras trabajamos para responder lo más rápido posible.
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El horario de hoy es de 8 a.m. a 5 p.m
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#DRAI #helpishere #esperanzaestaaqui
Applications are now open for $500 cash grants to Hayward residents who have lost income as a result of COVID-19 and who are not eligible for state unemployment insurance and federal relief programs.
Grants will be funded by the Hayward Community Relief Fund and administered by the nonprofit organization La Familia Counseling Service by lottery.
The application is available in English, Spanish, Chinese, Tagalog and Vietnamese at: https://bit.ly/2LJGiqI
#HeartoftheBay
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Subvenciones en efectivo de $500 disponibles para los residentes de Hayward que no son elegibles para recibir ayuda del gobierno y que han sufrido pérdidas financieras como resultado de COVID-19.
Aplica hoy: https://bit.ly/2LJGiqI
#HeartoftheBay
Applications are now open for $500 cash grants to Hayward residents who have lost income as a result of COVID-19 and who are not eligible for state unemployment insurance and federal relief programs.
Grants will be funded by the Hayward Community Relief Fund and administered by the nonprofit organization La Familia Counseling Service by lottery.
The application is available in English, Spanish, Chinese, Tagalog and Vietnamese at: https://bit.ly/2LJGiqI
#HeartoftheBay
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Subvenciones en efectivo de $500 disponibles para los residentes de Hayward que no son elegibles para recibir ayuda del gobierno y que han sufrido pérdidas financieras como resultado de COVID-19.
Aplica hoy: https://bit.ly/2LJGiqI
#HeartoftheBay
The Alameda County Social Services Agency recognizes that hunger and food insecurity is a reality for a rising number of households due to the COVID-19 pandemic. We’re working harder than ever to connect individuals and families with healthy food and increase to CalFresh enrollment.
Read about our community partnerships to strengthen outreach and increase CalFresh participation. https://alamedasocialservices.org/public/services/food_assistance/awareness_month_2020.cfm
#CalFreshAwarenessMonth
Updates from the Alameda County Health Officer
Our Health Officer has updated the Shelter-In-Place Order to include curbside and store front pick up from retail businesses and associated manufacturing and warehousing businesses. A new order was also issued to allow certain highly regulated vehicle based gatherings.Visit our Public Health Department website for full details: http://www.acphd.org/2019-ncov.aspx
Alameda County's Board of Supervisors has extended Public Service Recognition Week throughout the month of May 2020.
Thank you to all Alameda County Social Services Agency staff for demonstrating the very best of public service employees during these uncertain times. The Alameda County community is depending on us now more than ever, and you have performed exemplary.
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"There's no greater challenge and there is no greater honor than to be in public service." -- Former Secretary of State, Condoleeza Rice.
The Salvation Army in Oakland will hold a one-day emergency drive-thru food box distribution for up to 1,000 families struggling to make ends meet.
THIS SATURDAY, MAY 16
ACTS Full Gospel Church of God in Christ
1034 66th Avenue, Oakland
Families will begin receiving food boxes at 9:00 a.m. on a first come, first served basis. For more information, call (510) 383-9300.
Spread the Word: The Salvation Army in Oakland will hold a one-day emergency drive-thru food box distribution for up to 1,000 families struggling to make ends meet.
THIS SATURDAY, MAY 16
ACTS Full Gospel Church of God in Christ
1034 66th Avenue, Oakland
Families will begin receiving food boxes at 9:00 a.m. on a first come, first served basis. For more information, call (510) 383-9300.
#UPS is #NowHiring in #Oakland and #Richmond.
**You must apply online**
https://www.jobs-ups.com/
Package Handler (Oakland Hub):
https://www.jobs-ups.com/job/oakland/warehouse-worker-package-handler/1187/225472
Package Handler (Richmond Hub):
https://www.jobs-ups.com/job/richmond/warehouse-worker-package-handler/1187/225006
**Once you have completed the application, please send a confirmation email to: [email protected] or call (510) 577-5661.
Check out these current job leads & recruitment events.
Check out these current job leads & recruitment events.
#AlamedaCounty’s Shelter In Place Order to reduce the spread of COVID-19 has been extended through May 31, 2020.
For full details and to read the full Order: http://www.acphd.org/2019-ncov/shelter-in-place.aspx
#beatcovid19
The seven Bay Area Health Officers released a statement on Upcoming Extension and Revisions to the Current Shelter-in-Place Ordershttp://acphd.org/media/571922/press-release-2020.04.27.pdf #BeatCOVID19
Questions? Please email our Public Health Department at [email protected] or call (510) 268-2101.
**Attention Alameda County IHSS Providers and Recipients**
Paper timesheets are going away THIS WEEK.
Starting May 1, 2020, you MUST begin using online or phone timesheets to submit, review, approve, or reject timesheets.
Enroll NOW to avoid delays in your provider payments.
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To register NOW, go to: https://www.etimesheets.ihss.ca.gov/login
For help registering for online timesheets:
Alameda County EVV Hotline at (510) 577-5600
For ongoing technical help:
IHSS Service Help Desk at (866) 376-7066
Training videos can be found on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jYW5BDUaoXI
Additional information and resources available at: http://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/IHSS/EVV
Sharing news from the Alameda County Human Relations Commission (#ACHRC) – they are working in the community to donate masks to the EOC and food to seniors across the county. Thank you for serving our constituents so well! #ACHRC #community
Our Commissioners are serving the community! Thank you to Commissioners Sandhu and Dhami for working with local organizations and donating N95 masks to Alameda County Office of Emergency Service, and also to United Sikhs organization for providing food deliveries to seniors across the county. #HRC #CommunityService #WeAreInThisTogether
If you know something, say something. We all need to work together to keep children safe. #ChildAbusePreventionMonth
Today we are sharing #FlagsHonoringYoungLivesLost for Children’s Memorial Flag Day. Know the signs and if you see something, say something. Read this article about Child Abuse and Neglect. Your voice can make a difference for kids, from your hometown to the White House! https://www.helpguide.org/articles/abuse/child-abuse-and-neglect.htm
**Attention Alameda County IHSS Providers and Recipients**
Paper timesheets are going away VERY SOON.
Starting May 1, 2020, you MUST begin using online or phone timesheets to submit, review, approve, or reject timesheets.
Enroll NOW to avoid delays in your provider payments.
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To register NOW, go to: https://www.etimesheets.ihss.ca.gov/login
For help registering for online timesheets:
Alameda County EVV Hotline at (510) 577-5600
For ongoing technical help:
IHSS Service Help Desk at (866) 376-7066
Training videos can be found on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jYW5BDUaoXI
Additional information and resources available at: http://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/IHSS/EVV
*VIRTUAL JOB FAIR*
Check out Eden Area AJCC's Virtual Job Fair! Positions include Warehouse, Security Guard, In-Home Care, and more!
Complete the online pre-screening form on or before April 30, 2020: https://rubicon.wufoo.com/forms/z13bwz4w0g223hu/
#jobs #NowHiring
**NEW ONLINE FOOD DISTRIBUTION AND SERVICES MAP**
Our Agency has collaborated with the Alameda County Emergency Operations Center, the Alameda County Community Food Bank and other community partners to provide additional online resources to connect residents with food distribution sites and other essential services during the #COVID-19 emergency.
Visit our new interactive map at http://www.acgov.org/maps/food-services.htm to find assistance in your area.
Visit early and often; resource information will be updated regularly as more information becomes available. It is recommended to call sites before visiting to confirm location, hours, current availability of supplies, and any other necessary information.
HOY, 24 DE ABRIL: Hay un programa sobre el Censo a las 10-11am en #HechoEnCalifornia con Marcos Gutierrez en KIQI 1010AM Radio.
Marcos will be interviewing Yuliana Wiser-Leon, Coordinator of PADRES UNIDOS DE CHERRYLAND and Karla Armas, Census Project Coordinator Visión y Compromiso in Alameda County.
Call in with your #Census2020 questions at 415-552-2938
https://www.hechoencalifornia1010.com/
Alameda County Census 2020
**Attention Alameda County IHSS Providers and Recipients**
Paper timesheets are going away!
Starting May 1, 2020, you MUST begin using online or phone timesheets to submit, review, approve, or reject timesheets.
Enroll now to avoid delays in your provider payments.
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To register NOW, go to: https://www.etimesheets.ihss.ca.gov/login
For help registering for online timesheets:
Alameda County EVV Hotline at (510) 577-5600
For ongoing technical help:
IHSS Service Help Desk at (866) 376-7066
Training videos can be found on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jYW5BDUaoXI
Additional information and resources available at: http://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/IHSS/EVV
Covered California
Are you concerned about the Coronavirus and need health coverage? You can enroll now in a health plan through Covered California due to the COVID-19 crisis and may be eligible to receive financial help to help you pay for coverage. Get started here: https://covrdca.com/3ac3J6E #COVID19
**IMPORTANT INFO FOR ALAMEDA COUNTY RESIDENTS**
Alameda County has issued an Order for all members of the public to wear face coverings when around people outside of their household, effective April 17, 2020.
Press Release: http://bit.ly/2KaDrX0
Full Order: http://bit.ly/3crAygn
#BeatCOVID19
An update on the numbers of cases and deaths in Alameda County, along with demographic data.
Our Public Health Department has released its Alameda County COVID-19 Dashboard. To view the dashboard and view local data for Alameda County, visit: http://ow.ly/UZ9550zf1n4
#BeatCovid19
**UPDATE 4-26-2020**
Public Health has published two new dashboards. The link above will not work.
Dashboard 1 includes cases & case rates over time, by gender, age group, and city. https://ac-hcsa.maps.arcgis.com/apps/opsdashboard/index.html#/1e0ac4385cbe4cc1bffe2cf7f8e7f0d9
Dashboard 2 has deaths by race ethnicity, hospitalizations, and cases and case rates by zip code. https://ac-hcsa.maps.arcgis.com/apps/opsdashboard/index.html#/332a092bbc3641bd9ec8373e7c7b5b3d
**ATTENTION: Alameda County IHSS recipients and providers**
PAPER TIMESHEETS ARE GOING AWAY!
Starting May 1, 2020, you MUST begin using online or phone timesheets to submit, review, approve, or reject timesheets.
To register NOW, go to: https://www.etimesheets.ihss.ca.gov/login
Training videos can be found on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jYW5BDUaoXI
Additional information and resources available at: http://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/IHSS/EVV
For more information, contact:
IHSS Service Help Desk at (866) 376-7066
Or;
Alameda County EVV Hotline at (510) 577-5600.
**GET YOUR ECONOMIC IMPACT PAYMENT SOONER**
The IRS has begun the process of distributing Economic Impact Payments! If you don't have a bank or credit union account previously filed with the IRS, you need to ACT NOW to avoid waiting months for a check.
It’s not too late for those who have never provided their account information to the IRS. And it’s not too late for those who are unbanked to open a bank or credit union account and get Economic Impact Payments faster, more securely, and for FREE -- directly deposited into their account!
Step 1: Retrieve your bank or credit union account number. If you don’t already have one, open a safe and affordable certified Bank On account online.
https://joinbankon.org/home/remotebanking/
Step 2: Visit the IRS’ website page on Economic Impact Payments and sign up with your account number.
https://www.irs.gov/coronavirus/economic-impact-payment-information-center
All U.S. residents who are not a dependent of another taxpayer and have a work eligible social security number, will receive the Economic Impact Payment with adjusted gross income
California's Project Roomkey is the first-in-the-nation initiative to secure hotel and motel rooms for people experiencing homelessness during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The County of Alameda, CA - Government's Social Services Agency, Health Care Services Agency, General Services Agency, and the Alameda County Sheriff's Office have worked in close coordination with the California Department of Social Services to operationalize two emergency hotels in Oakland to serve unsheltered individuals in the County of Alameda.
Operation Comfort serves adults who are homeless and tested positive for COVID-19, experiencing symptoms of COVID-19, or been exposed to COVID-19. Operation Safer Ground serves people who are homeless and over the age of 65 or otherwise at high risk and medically fragile.
Referrals are received from a network of dozens of agencies:http://www.acphd.org/media/562754/list-of-approved-referral-agencies-20200329.pdf
Click through the images to read more about these efforts.
For COVID isolation housing questions, contact:
[email protected]
#beatcovid19
2000 San Pablo Ave
Oakland, CA
94612
www.511.org
The Social Services Executive Team and all of its employees welcome the opportunity to be of service at any of our offices throughout the County. Eastmont Town Center 6955 Foothill Boulevard Oakland, CA 94621 Adult and Aging Services Suite 300 │ 510-577-1900 Eastmont Self Sufficiency Center Suite 100 │ 510-383-5300 or 1-888-999-4772 Eden Area Multi-Service Center 24100 Amador Street Hayward, CA 94544 510-670-6000 or 1-888-999-4772 Enterprise Office 8477 Enterprise Way Oakland, CA 94621 510-639-1090 or 1-888-999-4772 Fremont Office 39155 Liberty Street, Suite 330 Fremont, CA 94536 510-795-2428 or 1-888-999-4772 Livermore Office 3311 Pacific Avenue Livermore, CA 94550 925-455-0747 or 1-888-999-4772 Thomas L. Berkley Self Sufficiency Center 2000 San Pablo Avenue Oakland, CA 94612 1-888-999-4772
| Monday | 08:30 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 08:30 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:30 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 08:30 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 08:30 - 17:00 |
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OPEN TO ALL! We have a great line up of employers and resource organizations here at our Fair Chance Holiday Job Fair! Wed, Nov 13, 10-12 at 2000 San Pablo Avenue, #Oakland Meet Melissa and Paula from Sister to Sister 2, Inc, which helps women survivors of addiction, violence, homelessness and incarceration.
Open to all! Employers #NowHiring! Fair Chance Holiday Job Fair today, Wed, Nov 13 from 10am-12pm at 2000 San Pablo Ave, Oakland! Amanda from Macys is here to share about their open positions!
We were jumping with joy for a chance to volunteer this afternoon at @accfb!
Come and meet Rising Sun Center for Opportunity today at our job fair, happening until 12pm at 2000 San Pablo Ave, Oakland - 2nd floor! Learn about FREE certified construction training opportunities, providing interested participants with a path to union apprenticeship in the skilled tradess https://risingsunopp.org/ #WinningWednesdays
Job fair today from 10-12 at 2000 San Pablo Ave, Oakland! California Department of Motor Vehicles is here and #NowHiring! For more info, www.dmv.ca.gov https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/dmv/detail/dmv_careers/index
Winning Wednesday’s job fair happening today until 12:00 at 2000 San Pablo Ave, Oakland! Meet Jesse from Bay Area Community Services (BACS)! Can't make it over here today to meet Jesse? You can learm more about their services by visiting their office at 559 16th St, Oakland or calling 510-238-5091.
Winning Wednesday job fair from 10-12! 2000 San Pablo Ave, Oakland, 2nd floor Meet Daniella from CDS, one of the employers here today! If you can’t make it to the fair, you can still apply online: http://www.cdsjobs.com
Didn't make it to our May 15 job fair? You can still apply for positions at Sugar Bowl Bakery. Operations at their facility in Hayward are 24/7 and they are hiring for day, swing, and graveyard shifts! For more info: https://sugarbowlbakery.com/#careers _____________________ Live with Sylvia from Sugar Bowl Bakery! They are #NowHiring!
Live from our Eastbay Career Fair at the Eden Area Multi-Service Center at 24100 Amador St, Hayward. Happening until 3:30 pm! Didn't make it over in person? PepsiCo is #NowHiring for a variety ot positions at its #Hayward location: Machine Operator, Merchandiser, Delivery Driver, Warehouse Supervisor, and more. A lot of different jobs for a wide range of skills! For more info or to apply online: https://www.pepsicojobs.com
Our North Oakland staff created a beautiful boutique experience for moms that we serve, inviting them to pick out both necessities and goodies for self-pampering. Thank you to all the staff for their generous donations, time, and support to help make these magical memories. #HappyMothersDay
The application deadline for our 2019 Summer Youth Internship Program is coming up SOON: Friday, March 22! Don't delay! View program info & download the application here: https://www.alamedasocialservices.org/public/services/community/internships.cfm
Wishing everyone a Super Saturday! Some of our staff had a blast volunteering this morning!
Knowing the right techniques might help you get out of a dangerous situation. It’s not even about how strong you are. At a workshop for our summer youth interns, presenter Ken McCullum demonstrated how he could easily break free in spite of intern Vincent’s best efforts. Add a big clap to the assailant’s ears for a final touch. #beaware #selfdefense
Doing our prize drawing for our staff trivia contest! Want to know the questions and the CORRECT answers? All is revealed in the Comments below!
Check out all the activity going on at our job fair!
Ms. Deja shares her thoughts about Mother’s Day!
Mother’s Day purse giveaway for our customers!
Take Our Children to Work Day with special visitors from Oakland Fire Dept!
Bingo, books and new buddies! Some of our staff had a blast volunteering last weekend in honor of #NationalVolunteerWeek. Who else volunteers or has volunteered in the community? We would love to hear about your experiences!
We go bananas for #freesummerlunch for kids! www.tinyurl.com/ssasummerlunch
Kicking things into high gear to start off the week! Free lunch for kids ages 18 and under, Mondays-Fridays 11:00-1:00 or as supplies last. #summerlunchrocks www.tinyurl.com/ssasummerlunch
Here's to #PublicServiceRecognitionWeek! And to close the show...a video featuring staff from our Workforce & Benefits Administration! #TurnTheSoundOn #EnjoyTheMusic #PSRW
Check out this video about our volunteer Community Ambassadors Program! If you'd like to make a difference for Social Services customers, contact Andrea Wong at (510) 271-9163 or [email protected] to get more information on the upcoming orientation for new Ambassadors on Saturday, Jan. 9, 2016 from 10:00 am - 12:30 pm.
Lori Jones, Director Alameda County Social Services Agency
Oakland US&R California Task Force 4
4450 Tidewater AveOakland School for the Arts (OSA) Theatre Dep
530 18th StSt. Vincent de Paul of Alameda County
2272 San Pablo AvenueRëdtomatoës Mobile Notary & Apostille
610 16th Street suite 321Elihu M. Harris State Office Building
1515 Clay StThrive 'n' Shine Financial Capability Game
519 17th StUnited Democratic Campaign - Oakland, CA
1721 BroadwayBAOBOB - Bay Area Organization of Black Owned
1721 Broadway, Ste 201
Japan Pacific Resource Network
310 8th St, Ste 305A
East Bay Interfaith Immigration Coalition (EB
1814 Franklin St
Friends of Faith (Fancher) Inc.
3232 Elm St
California Association of Food Banks
1624 Franklin St, Ste 722
AnewAmerica Community Corporation
1470 Fruitvale Avenue