HEADWATERS- Supporting mental health for Kootenay & Boundary job seekers!

What is Headwaters?  Headwaters is a 6-week program providing social, emotional and financial supports and strategies to assist you on your path to employment. Explore: Self-Care Strategies PEER support Personal & Professional Development 1-1 Support While You Seek Work Work placements Financial Support AND SO MUCH MORE! WHO CAN APPLY?  Candidates must be: Living in…

CAREER CONNECT- Connecting Kootenay Job Seekers with Employers and Careers!

What is Career Connect?  Career Connect is a 6-week social networking program offering job search support, job placements, industry-specific certifications, and direct connections to employers.   The current Industry focus is the Social Service Sector!   Access: Development of Workplace Skills and Job Search Supports Funding for Certificate Training like First Aid, LivingWorks START, De-escalation…

Office Administration & Technology- Selkirk College

Selkirk College Office Administration & Technology Sharpen your skills and open doors to new opportunities with these sought-after college credentials! WHAT? Get qualified with Business Certificates designed for those new to or re-entering the workplace. Courses are all online, including final exams. Courses are asynchronous; there is no weekly mandatory class time. There are weekly…

PEERS-Employment Counselling and Peer Employment Placements

What is PEERS? The PEERS program offers individualized employment counselling and peer employment placements to persons who are experiencing homelessness or precarious housing. Offering: Career exploration and employment counselling An hourly wage for low-barrier and informal peer employment placements Wrap-around services and supports for all program participants Financial support for transportation, work gear/clothing, dental, child…

Employment Counselling- One-On-One Services

What is Employment Counselling? Employment Counselling offers eligible job seekers free services to develop the necessary skills and tools to secure and keep work in the local labour market.  One-on-one services offer,   Potential funding for in-demand training & certifications Referrals to personal counselling Resume and cover letter development, and interview tips and tricks Access to…

SMART Launch- EMPLOYMENT CERTIFICATION PROGRAM for YOUTH in Trail and Salmo BC

What is Smart Launch? SMART Launch is a young adult employment program offering free training and certifications- get what you need to succeed at work!   Access funding for in-demand training & certifications Identify your strengths, skills, values & goals Target your next job and learn to ace your interview Develop strong communication skills Navigate…