EMPLOY! Youth Employment Program
A Youth Employability Skills Training Program
Employ is a 10 week Youth Employability Skills Training Program. The first 4 weeks include paid training which consists of a discussion-based workshop during which you will earn a variety of certificates and learn valuable skills for the workplace. During the following 6 weeks, participants are supported in finding and maintaining employment. Our goal is to help youth find suitable work.
Call Angie Fisher at 250-545-2215 x215 to find out more.
How We Help
Job Coaching
Participants receive 1 on 1 coaching and support from Employ staff throughout the next 6 weeks while job searching and transitioning into work.
Paid Classroom Time
Workshop and discussion based learning Monday through Friday 9am until 3pm for the first 4 weeks of Employ. Participants receive a balance of hard and soft skills to support their transition into the workforce.
Employer Wage Reimbursement
Employers are eligible for the reimbursement of up to 180 hours at the current minimum wage.
Employ FAQ
Who is eligible for Employ?
Anyone 16-30 years old who is not in full time school with a desire to learn new skills and get working/find employment.
How do you apply for Employ?
It starts with an informal meet and greet with friendly Employ staff who will then help you start the registration for Online Employment Services.
What can I expect from Employ?
The Employ Program is a structured, workplace environment where participants are expected to build experience working in a professional environment.
Participants can expect to learn communication and critical thinking skills that will help you make better decisions and improve your overall sense of well being.
They will also learn to be in a fun, supportive environment where new, exciting opportunities will be available for you.
Many participants report that you will learn lots about yourself and others.
Is Employ a paid program?
Employ participants are paid minimum wage for 30 hours per week during the 4 week workshop if program requirements and expectations are met satisfactorily.
What if I don’t have interview clothes?
Employ can provide supports such as clothing, work gear, tools and much more if needed.
What certificates can I earn during Employ?
As a group Food Safe Level 1, Occupational First Aid Level 1, WHMIS, Critical Thinking, Customer Service Excellence, Google Suite, Excel Level 1 is offered.
Participants may have the ability to take individual training in: Pet First Aid, Driving Lessons, Responsible Adult, Serving it Right, Selling it Right, H2S Alive, Ground Disturbance, Confined Spaces, Forklift Training and more.
Are You Ready To Reach Higher?
About Community Futures
From our office in downtown Vernon, Community Futures North Okanagan offers employment, business and economic development services to help residents build their future and the community. We service Armstrong, Coldstream, Enderby, Grindrod, Lavington, Lumby, Mara, Okanagan Indian Band, Spallumcheen, Splatsin and Vernon.
