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Organization:
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Community Employment Services
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Address:
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40 Metcalfe St
Woodstock, ON
N4S 3E7
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Map
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Hours:
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Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 8:30am-4pm * Wed 8:30am-7pm
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Service Description:
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Helps Ontarians find sustainable employment * assessment of skills, capabilities, interests and experience * job search strategies, including resume preparation * information about different careers and occupations, the local labour market, employment and training opportunities * on-the-job training and/or work experience and, in some cases, additional support to help maintain employment * information about all Employment Ontario programs and services * access to Second Career program to provide laid-off workers with skills training for high-demand occupations * information about, and referral to, other community services and supports
Incorporates services previously provided through Job Connect, Employment Assistance Services (EAS), Employment Resource Centres and other programs
Youth Job Connection (YJC) - employment program for youth 15-29 years who experience multiple and/or complex barriers to employment * focus is on those facing challenging life circumstances and at risk of poor transitions between education and work * provides more intensive supports beyond job search and placement opportunities such as:
- paid pre-employment training to promote job-readiness
- job matching and paid job placements with supports for participants and incentives for employers
- mentorship services
- education and work transition supports
YJC has two components:
- year-round provision of intensive employment supports
- summer job opportunities and part-time school year placements to help 15-18 year olds make positive educational and career choices
Additional points of access to service (contact main office to book an appointment):
Plattsville Public Library - Tuesdays 9am-12pm
Princeton Public Library - Tuesdays 1pm-4pm
Tavistock Public Library - Thursdays 1pm-4pm
Thamesford Public Library - Thursdays 1:30pm-4pm
Related Services:
Related Website:
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Application:
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Drop-in for most services
Employment Planning and Preparation (EPP) and Job Development and Placement Support (JDPS) - Persons 16 years and older, out of school and out of work, and not receiving Employment Insurance benefits
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Youth 15 and over and adults
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