NEWS RELEASE
SAULT COMMUNITY CAREER CENTRE
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The Sault Community Career Centre is now accepting applications to be in its FREE youth employment program.
Through the Transition to Independence Program, youth between the ages of 15-30 get job skills and hands-on paid work experience with local employers. While in training, youth also get a living expense equal to minimum wage!
The next program session starts Monday, September 12, 2022. Participant applications are being accepted until Thursday, September 8, 2022, at 4:30 p.m. Space is limited, so apply today!
Youth get:
- A living expense equal to minimum wage while in training.
- Up to 7 weeks (30 hours per week) of customized employment skills training, mental health and wellness support, customer service skills, and more!
- Free certificate training based on your needs, such as Smart Serve, First Aid, Food Handler Certificate, WHMIS, etc.
- An 8-week (30 hours per week) paid work placement with a local employer at minimum wage to develop skills through a supportive on-the-job experience based on your employment goals and abilities.
- One-on-one coaching to put your employment plan into action.
- Childcare and transportation are available where appropriate and required.
Eligibility:
- 15 – 30 years of age
- Not enrolled in school (in-class or online)
- Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person who has been granted refugee status
- Legally entitled to work according to provincial legislation and regulations
- Computer with a camera, microphone, and reliable Internet connection
For more information or to register, visit https://saultcareercentre.ca/transition-to-independence-program/ or contact Nathan Muto, Program Coordinator, at [email protected] or 705.759.0909 extension 4254.
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