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On a mission to build stronger and more resilient communities, we offer programs and services that speak to a wide variety of interests for youth, adults, and the whole family. While all of our education and employment services can stand alone, we weave programs together based on individual needs to provide wrap-around services that lead to long-term success.
STEP, or the SNAP Training and Employment Program, is offered across the state and CSC is just one of many contractors. This flexible program offers support and assistance where you need it, including career readiness and exploration, skill and experience building, GED, degrees, certificates and more!
We offer an array of programs and services to meet the needs of our community members that are looking for employment or wanting to expand their skills to widen their opportunities. We have staff satellite-located at the WorkSource centers below to assist with career coaching and exploration, educational goals, trade certificates and more. Stop by your local WorkSource center today to learn more!
As part of our WorkSource partnership, we offer a vocational scholarship funded under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). Award of these funds is based on availability and eligibility. The maximum for the award is $5000. Scholarship money can be used for tuition, fees, and required books and supplies.
Part of a nationwide program, CSC YouthBuild helps young adults that have experienced barriers in their educational and employment path work toward their GED or high school diplomas while learning job skills by building affordable and sustainable housing in their communities and preparing for post-secondary success.
As an extension of our Youth House programs, the Youth Garden engages youth and young adults in active market gardening, culinary demonstrations and food distribution. This paid work experience provides hands-on work skill development for future employment success!
Attached to our Youth Garden, we offer a variety of youth programs out of the Youth House. Clients work closely with our staff to access resources and get help with career planning and exploration, educational goals and GED prep, learning life skills and so much more!
As an accredited public charter high school, Career Tech is a student-centered, active learning environment offering small class sizes and tailored education programs to fit the unique needs of Lincoln County’s students and families. Career Tech engages students in relevant learning opportunities both inside and outside of the school with innovative programs and courses, preparing students for their future careers.
This program for TANF recipients offers support and assistance where you need it, including career readiness and exploration, housing and homeless prevention, GED, degrees/certificates and more. Clients work closely and often with their CSC Advocate to help set and achieve goals.
Not currently enrolling new clients.
This unique program allows families to work together to achieve goals focused on safety, time management, routines, resources and more. Staff guide and encourage families through the program, but the goals and timelines determined by each family member.
Unemployment insurance benefits are intended to replace part of your lost income. Unemployment can be filed online via the unemployment portal, or over the phone. Find your call center, here. You will use the same process to file your weekly claims, check the status of your claim, update your information, etc.
If you are unsure whether you will qualify for unemployment, it’s always best to just apply! Feel free to come into your local WorkSource Oregon center to have someone assist you with your unemployment, and let you know of all the resources available to support you.
We send out newsletters monthly with program info, agency updates, news and events, involvement opportunities and other information for our partners, neighbors and community.
Have a question about STEP program or need help? Fill out the form below to contact our Workforce & Education department.
Have a question about WorkSource Partnership or need help? Fill out the form below to contact our Workforce & Education department.
To apply for this scholarship in Linn County, complete the questionnaire below, and email to
munderwood@communityservices.us (preferred method) or deliver in person to Maggie Underwood at 139 SE 4th Street Albany, OR 97321.
To apply for this scholarship in Polk County, complete the  questionnaire below and email to
munderwood@communityservices.us (preferred method) or mail or deliver in person to Maggie underwood at 139 SE 4th Street Albany, OR 97321.
Have a question about Youth Build or need help? Fill out the form below to contact our Workforce & Education department.
Have a question about Youth Garden or need help? Fill out the form below to contact our Workforce & Education department.
Have a question about Youth House or need help? Fill out the form below to contact our Workforce & Education department.
Have a question about JOBS or need help? Fill out the form below to contact our Workforce & Education department.
Have a question about Intergen or need help? Fill out the form below to contact our Workforce & Education department.
