One-day Programs
Program Information (70354) Learn about Ontario Works
programs in this all-in-one session and
how to register for them. We will talk about the following programs in detail:
Employment Services: Resource Centre, Workshops, Employment Related Expenses, Full Time
Employment Benefits, Employment
Start-up Benefits and STEP (Supports to Employment Program).
Employment Placement: You have good skills and are ready to use them…the Employment Placement
team will research employers and market your skills to help you find paid
employment. To register contact Tina Soles at 905-432-2929 ext. 5520
Community Participation:
Consider the benefits of volunteering to gain
valuable skills. The Community Participation team will match
your skills and interests to placements within your community. To register contact Mary Goulah at 905-432-2929 ext.
5511
Self Employment: Includes 2 weeks
of training and up to 60 weeks of consulting while running your business.
If you are interested, call Rhonda Martin,
905-432-2929 ext. 5549
Resume Writing
Workshop(16249): This workshop will assist in
writing a resume for the first time or
changing your resume to focus on a different field of work. Once you have
completed this workshop you can make an
appointment for a personalized consultation. Appointments for individual
assistance can be booked after the workshop is completed.
Interview Skills
Preparation and Practice (16222): Your resume describes your skills… now the employer needs to see
that you’re the perfect match for the job.
How? By preparing yourself and
your interview answers in advance. This workshop examines frequently asked
interview questions and gives you an opportunity to put your interview skills
into practice. You will be able to do a mock interview and get helpful feedback
at the end.
Personality
Dimensions (16256): A fun and interactive workshop exploring individual operating
styles, available to those who participate in Life Skills or Workability
Coaching Series.
WHMIS (16257): Basic Introduction and Review of Workplace Hazardous Materials
Information System.
Smart Serve (82434): As a Server, you will know how to judge
when a customer has had too much to drink, what are the effects of alcohol on
the body, the signs of intoxication and the alcohol content in standard drinks.
This workshop does offer a certification test at end.
Intensive Programs
The Computer Series (67447): A 2-week program - No Prior computer experience
required! You will become familiar
with the computer and many of its uses - file management, keyboarding,
internet, email. Practice keyboarding
skills. Update your resume. Research employers and jobs on the
internet. Learn how to send your resume
electronically.
Call Mary Goulah to register: 905-432-2929 ext. 5511
Life
Management Program: (73948) A 3-week
intensive coaching series to help you gain the knowledge, attitude, and skills
that will help you manage your life.
Call Roxann Brock to register: 905-432-2929 ext. 5533
Workability
Coaching Series: 15 day intensive coaching series examining job search from both the
employee and employer point of view.
Over 70% of past participants have had positive outcomes!!!
Call Roxann Brock to register: 905-432-2929 ext. 5533
Career
Horizons Series: In
the five day session, you will explore different career directions that
best suit your skills, abilities and interests.
You will also complete a Career Portfolio to illustrate your talents,
preferences, accomplishments and work values.
Call Roxann Brock to register:
905-432-2929 ext. 5533