The Supported Employment Program provides training and support for people with an intellectual disability who are searching for paid employment in the community. Services include:
- assessment of their employment skills
- develop resume and interview skills
- assistance with contacting potential employers and securing employment
- learn new job skills
- on-site job coaching
- promote independence
- community readiness
- achievers night
- networking committees
There are many benefits to the person participating in the Supported Employment Program. People have the opportunity to demonstrate their skills and abilities, they experience an improved self-esteem and an improved quality of life, and they make new friends in their place of employment.
Benefits are also experienced by the businesses who employ and include a person with an intellectual disability in their work place. Employers gain a hard-working, dedicated employee; experience improved staff morale; access to a free job coach to provide on-the-job training; and a better understanding and appreciation of the skills of people with a disability.
Contact an Office in your area for more information:
- Guelph 519-824-7147, ext. 258 or 261
- Centre Wellington 519-787-1539 ext.3
- Wellington North 519-323-4050, ext. 23