November Newsletter

Pre-Employment Corner

1:1 Job Path sessions, hosted by Ron Farino & Angela Lessard

INTRODUCTION

Overview of what we’ll be doing

Expectations

Your rights and responsibilities

Registration with Life Directions

PERSONALITY & LEARNING

What is your learning and communication style

What accommodations do you require to be successful?

SKILLS & JOB PREFERENCES

Identifying skills, interests, and values

Job preference, resume, and cover letters

Business search related to skills, interests, and values.

INTERVIEWS AND FIRST IMPRESSIONS

How to make an excellent first impression

Mock Interviews

MENTORSHIPS

Setting mentorship goals

Job development in the community

Completing mentorships and getting references

JOB OFFER SUPPORTS

Onboarding paperwork and online

Job Coaching /Training Subsidy

Weekly check-in calls

Start-up funds to help with the cost of employment

TO REGISTER, SEND AN EMAIL TO:

LDWORKSHOPS@SEGSS.COM

OR

LDLIFESKILLS@SEGSS.COM

MENTORSHIP SUCCESS!

One of our determined job seekers has recently embarked on a series of mentorships at a dog grooming business. Initially aspiring to be a dog walker, our job seeker quickly discovered a passion for grooming and decided to broaden her skillset. Through her multiple mentorships, she has had the invaluable opportunity to learn various tips, tricks, and techniques from experienced professionals in the field. Each mentorship has provided the job seeker with new insights and practical knowledge, allowing them to build a solid foundation in the art of dog grooming.

As they progress in their grooming journey, they are gradually gaining confidence in their own abilities. With each mentorship, they hone their skills and acquire the expertise needed to handle different breeds, temperaments, and grooming styles. The hands-on experience and guidance they receive from this business establishment have instilled in them the belief that they have found their true calling. The job seeker's determination, combined with the supportive and nurturing environment provided by the mentors, has empowered them to pursue their dreams and become more knowledgeable in dog grooming. They are excited about the future and look forward to becoming a skilled professional, armed with the knowledge and expertise they have gained through their mentorships.

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ONLINE PORTAL NOW OPEN

You can now register as a job seeker through Life Directions‘ online portal. Log on to submit documents, claim your expenses, book meetings with staff, and more.

This conference is designed for employment service agencies and businesses from across Ontario, to enhance their professional development, increase capacity and learn new skills to apply to their services and inclusive hiring processes.

Chelsea Bullock

Event & Marketing Facilitator

LDEvents@segss.com

Cristin O’Sullivan

Coordinator

LifeDirections@segss.com

Angela Lessard

Workshop Facilitator

LDWorkshops@segss.com

Randy Schoch

Business Engagement Specialist

LD01digital@segss.com

Shannon Halbert

Digital Operations Specialist

LD02digital@segss.com

Ron Farino

Workshop Co-Facilitator

LDLifeskills@segss.com

Logos of our funders left to right, top to bottom: The Government of Canada, Employment Ontario, The Government of Ontario, The Government of Canada's Opportunity Fund for People With Disabilities Program, South East Grey Support Services, and Employment Services Bruce Grey Huron Perth.