Alternatives Community Program Services, Peterborough, Employment Services

Alternatives Community Program Services

Site: Peterborough

Service: Employment Services

Record #: PET0106

Last Modified: 11 Jun 2024

Last Full Update: 03 Oct 2024

Description

Description (Service)

Employment resources and coaching to find sustainable employment in Ontario:

assessment of skills, interests and abilities
job search strategies and support, including resume development and interview preparation
information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment opportunities
help in maintaining employment
information and referral to other employment and community services

Services at this agency/site can be tailored to meet the needs of Persons with Disabilities and Persons on Social Assistance

Better Jobs Ontario
Skills training and financial support for laid off workers

training program must demonstrate good job prospects
financial support based on need, may include tuition, instructional costs, books, transportation and/or a basic living allowance

Services for employers -- help in identifying human resource skills requirements

matching of workplace needs to workers' skills, capabilities, interests and experience
support for developing on-the-job training plans and monitoring of placements to support retention

Service Details

Hours	Mon-Fri 9:00 am-5:00 pm, hours can be flexible. Drop in services: Mon 1:00-3:00 pm and Wed 2:30-4:30 pm
Areas Served	Peterborough (County of)
Eligibility	Individuals of legal working age and not attending full time school or training; must be resident of Ontario and eligible to work in Canada Services at this site can be tailored to meet the needs of Persons with Disabilities and Persons on Social Assistance Better Jobs Ontario laid off individuals who are currently unemployed individuals from low-income households experiencing labour market challenges
Application	Call for information
Languages	American Sign Language (ASL) - Interpretation, Programs; English
Fees	None

Address and Location

Located In Community	Peterborough
Address & Map	270 Braidwood Ave Peterborough, ON Canada K9J 1V3
Physical Access	Fully Accessible

Contact Information

Office Phone	705-742-0806
Fax	705-742-0943
Website	alternativescommunityprogramservices.ca
Social Media	Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AlternativesPeterborough Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alternatives_ptbo X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/AlternativesCPS
Primary Contact	Lisa Purchase, Supported Employment Specialist; Phone: Ext. 241; Email: lisap@alternativesptbo.ca
Alternate Contact	Ricki-Anne Reid, Program Director-People and Programs; Phone: Ext. 227; Email: RickiR@AlternativesPtbo.ca
Mailing Address	270 Braidwood Ave Peterborough, ON Canada K9J 1V3