GAIN Division — Los Angeles County
A Job.A Better Job.A Career.
Helping LA County residents build economic self-sufficiency through employment services, job training, and real career development — at sites across Los Angeles County.
What We Offer
Programs & Services
Every program is designed to meet you where you are and help you get to where you want to go.
Hiring Spree LA
LA County's largest job fair — connecting hundreds of qualified candidates with employers who are ready to hire.
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Short-Term Trainings
Industry-recognized certifications and vocational skills training you can complete in weeks, not years.
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High School Equivalency
Free preparation and support for your HSE credential — open doors that start with a diploma.
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Re-Entry Project
Dedicated employment support for individuals returning from incarceration — because everyone deserves a second chance.
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Vocational Assessment
Discover your strengths and identify the career path that fits your skills, interests, and goals.
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All Programs
View the full range of GAIN services available to CalWORKs participants across LA County.
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Stories of Change
Choosing Hope Again
The biggest change came long before the job offer — when self-doubt gave way to self-belief.
Hidden in Plain Sight
Years of hands-on work he had written off turned out to be the qualifications that landed him an apprenticeship.
One Test at a Time
A missed passing score by a single point became the turning point on the way to a High School Equivalency diploma.
Across LA County
We're in Your Neighborhood
GAIN services are offered at locations all across Los Angeles County. First speak with a DPSS Service Worker to be referred to one of our programs.
For Employers
Hire Motivated, Job-Ready Candidates
GAIN participants are ready to take the next step in their employment journey. Partner with us for Hiring Spree LA or connect with our placement team to meet motivated candidates for your business.