Counseling

CalWORKs Program

 

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Visit Us: Student Services Center (SSC) 238 
Phone: 310-434-4082
Email:calworks@smc.edu

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Remote Hours

Monday: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Thursday: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

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In-Person Hours

Monday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Thursday: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Friday: Remote Services Only

CalWORKs Program

The California Work Opportunities and Responsibilities to Kids Program (CalWORKs) at Santa Monica College works in collaboration with the Department of Public Social Services (DPSS (opens in new window) ) and the Greater Avenues to Independence Program (GAIN (opens in new window) ) to assist students who receive CalWORKs as a means of public assistance.  To be eligible for the CalWORKs program, students must currently receive cash aid/CalWORKs benefits for themselves and their dependent child/children.

Program services include:

  • Individual academic and career counseling

  • Coordination and advocacy with the Department of Public Social Services (DPSS)

  • Priority Enrollment

  • Work-study opportunities

  • Workshops

  • Referrals to campus and community resources

Program Requirements

  • Students must currently receive cash aid for themselves and their dependent child/children.

  • Please email CalWORKs@smc.edu to receive the CalWORKs application and to make an appointment to meet with the CalWORKs counselor.

Connect with Us!

Below you will find information on the different ways to connect with our CalWORKs Program Staff and Counselors

New CalWORKs Students & GAIN Workers

  • New GAIN students or GAIN workers are required to make an appointment to have GAIN paperwork/contracts completed. We will not see a new student/participant without an appointment.

  • Call 310-434-4082 or email calworks@smc.edu to schedule an appointment.