Go Kids Inc

Organization Description

Go Kids was established in 1975 when it was awarded a grant from the City of Morgan Hill to provide early childhood education services and training opportunities for low-income women in Santa Clara County. Since its incorporation in 1978, the agency budget and service area have continued to grow, providing comprehensive child-development and family support services in Santa Clara, San Benito, Monterey, and Santa Cruz counties. 

In its long history, Go Kids has continued to forge strong community partnerships and has established a diverse funding base that has included grant funding from the California Department of Education, California Department of Social Services, Santa Clara County, FIRST 5 Santa Clara County, and First 5 Monterey County.

We enhance the lives of children and families through the delivery of comprehensive child development services and community involvement. We envision communities where every child has the support they need to reach their potential.

Program Information

The New Possibilities Program has one spot for either a generalist or advance practice student under the supervision of an MSW Care Coordinator. This placement offers personal and professional development including child development (ages 0-5), family engagement, Infant Family Early Childhood Mental Health trainings and collaboration with other community agencies. Interns are involved in case management, developmental screenings, needs assessment, referrals, parent dialogue groups, and family advocacy.

The Special Needs Initiative (SNI) is parrt of Go Kids Special Projects and is funded by First 5 Monterey County. SNI is an early intervention program and aims to increase comprehensive screening and improve utilization of services for children 0-5 years living in the Alisal Union School District of 93905 area.

Health & Safety

Exposure to young children in their homes requires following good hygiene to avoid catching colds when children are ill.
General Safety Precautions should be taken while getting to know the community; avoiding certain areas after dark.
A vehicle is required during placement and at home visits are required.
Address 
1330 E Alisal St.
Salinas, CA 93905
United States
General Phone 
(408) 843-9000
Website:
http://www.gokids.org
Program(s) 
MSW (Master of Social Work)
Organization type 
Education - Early Childhood (Nonprofit)
Focus Population(s)
Children/Youth, Families
Focus Area(s)
Education
Hours of operation 

Evening and weekend hours available at this site