Supported Employment Program

The Supported Employment provides services to adults with an intellectual disability in attaining and maintaining jobs within the community, taking into consideration the person's interests and personal goals. These jobs are inclusive of paid work, work experience, self employment and volunteering. This sesrvice promotes pride, respect, satisfaction and value both to the employee with an intellectual disability and the employer.

The Supported Employment Program offers assistance through (job coaching) and regular follow-up to people registered in this program to learn and carry out the responsibilities associated with competitive employment and/or volunteer work.

The benefits to employers are:

• Candidates are motivated and eager to demonstrate their capabilities
• Candidates have proven to have long-term commitment to employers
• Consultation and on the job training are provided by our Job Coach at no cost to the employer or the candidate
• Support in applying for wage subsides
• On-going consultation and support to the employer and the candidate to maintain a healthy and productive working relationship

Thank you to all our current employers and we look forward to establishing more partnerships with the business sector in our community. Employers wishing to broaden their employee base are welcome to contact Julie at (613) 525-4357 ext. 43 for more information.