Develop skills to join the work force
The goal of the CPABC’s Pre-Employment Program is to offer hard and soft skill development in both workshop and practical settings.
The program is free of charge to participants and requires a 3-4 month commitment period.
We welcome any of our members or members of the public to our workshops (subject to capacity, pre-registration necessary)
For individuals with physical disabilities looking for a little bit more, we encourage individuals to take advantage of the intensive program. This would involve attendance at all Pre Employment and Legal workshops listed below plus:
- a minimum of 30 volunteer hours completed at either the CPABC or another organization in line with the individuals interests and career goals
- Check ins with a career counselor to provide individualized advice and guidance during the job search and skill development process
New component this year! Legal Workshops-Mental Health in the Workplace: Rights and Responsibilities of Youth with Disabilities
The workshops will be given by Lou Poskitt from Miller Titerle Law Corporation and Kemily Ho from Tevlin Gleadle Curtis Employment Law Strategies. Topics will include:
- Human Rights basics and the “duty to accommodate” in the workplace
- Employee and employer responsibilities around mental health in the workplace
- Requests for medical information including mental health status
- Considering mental health as an employer, for those enrolled in the Community Supports for Independent Living (CSIL) program
All workshops will be held at 451-409 Granville Street
Contact programs@bccerebralpalsy.com for any questions and info about next workshop dates
Thank you to Coast Capital Savings for supporting this program
For more information, contact the program coordinator at programs@bccerebralpalsy.com
