The Sacramento Employment Training Agency (SETA) has been a valued employer with SCERS since the agency’s formation in 1978, serving our community by connecting people to jobs and business owners to employees through workforce development services. SETA also provides education and nutrition to children through the Head Start program, and assists refugees in achieving economic self-sufficiency.

As a joint powers agency of the City and County of Sacramento and the designated Community Action Agency for the provision of federal Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) services, SETA stands as a front-line organization in the alleviation of poverty. Recipients of SETA’s numerous services become better equipped to live successful lives—some even finding employment with the agency.

Kathy Kossick has served SETA as Executive Director since 1997 and is passionate about helping others, as are many of the 600 other employees in the organization. “Our culture is one of service. We’re not out to make a profit; we’re here to help people in whatever need they have,” she said.

SETA values community outreach and is actively seeking families who can benefit from their vast resources. The Agency operates 36 Head Start sites serving 5,100 children (currently quarantined but soon to reopen) and sub-contracts with school districts and other community-based organizations. SETA’s job centers have remained open—virtually or by appointment—for assistance with job seeking or training.

“We are a matchmaker between the job-seeker and employer,” Kossick said. “I want that word to continue to spread, and for people to know this: Employers—we are here to serve you; job-seekers—we are here to serve you; and families—we are here to serve you.”

Visit seta.net or call (916) 263-3800 for more information on how SETA can help additional Sacramento County families in need.