Welcome
to Butte County Department of Employment and Social Services!
It is with great pride that I welcome you to the Department of Employment and Social Services (DESS) website. In collaboration with our many partner agencies, the department is committed to providing quality and efficient services to the citizens of Butte County. Our staff of dedicated professionals strives to create new and innovative ways to serve the public.
I invite you to use this website to learn more about the many excellent employment and social service programs that are offered through the department.
“Partnering for a safe, healthy and self-reliant community”
Services We Provide
Senior and Adult Services
Services to help the elderly and
persons with disabilities to live
safely in their own homes. Investigates reports of elder or
dependent adult abuse and neglect. more...
Food Stamps
Helps low-income people buy
the food they need to remain healthy. more...
Medical Services
Provides medical assistance including Medi-Cal, Healthy Families
and County Medical Services. more...
Butte Community Employment Centers
- One Stops
Each Butte Community Employment Center provides a wide variety
of employment related services to both job seekers and employers,
and a connecting point between the two. more...