Empower You(th)
YES believes that anyone who wants to work, deserves to work. The Empower You(th) program is designed to help young people between the ages of 15 and 30 years of age develop the skills and gain the experience needed to successfully transition into the labour market. This program supports all youth, especially youth facing barriers. The program helps young people to develop skills, knowledge and networks through education, skills development, and meaningful work experiences. Our Workforce Empowerment Coaches help young people take important steps in their journey toward long-term employment and meaningful careers.
Employment Skills Training
Our Workforce Empowerment Coaches (WEC’s) are committed and supportive and will be with every youth participant throughout their journey. We deliver Employment Skills Training covering a variety of topics including:
- Career Exploration
- Soft skills like communications personal management, adaptability, problem-solving, and critical thinking.
- Certification based on your career goals
Our WEC’s will partner with you to help shape what the best version of your future could look like and we will help you to develop the necessary skills and plans to get there. While attending the Employment Skills Training, youth will receive a stipend, for each day completed. Youth may also receive supports including transportation, snacks, lunches and short term job related training.
Workforce Empowerment Coaches will actively partner with you in your journey, helping you develop skills to overcome employment barriers, advocate for you, and collaborate with community partners to provide the support that you need to reach your goals. Upon successful completion of the training, we will work with you to find a paid 8 week work placement in keeping with your goals for your future.
Continued Support
Mentorship and job coaching supports are available throughout the program. Following placements, Workforce Empowerment Coaches help you with next steps as you transition to long term employment, education or training.
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