Register for Youth in Action: Summer Work Experience

To apply, applicants MUST: 1. Complete and submit the full application by Friday, April 26th, 2024 2. Be 16 – 29 years old 3. Have an intellectual disability (confirmed through Developmental Services Ontario) 4. Arrange their own transportation to and from work 5. Commit to the following: • Completing an interview with the Career Compass team during the week of May 6th- May 10th. • Attending and participating in our virtual/in-person job readiness training tentatively scheduled for the week of May 21st for group 1 and the week of July 8th for group 2, where students will learn about and engage in discussions about employment, appropriate behaviour on the job, and problem solving. • Adhering to and following a work schedule as determined and required by the employer. 6. Have a Social Insurance Number, and a bank account for payroll deposits from the employer. 7. Ensure time missed during work will be due to emergency situations or illness only. Career Compass will make every effort to reach our goal of finding and matching each student participant to a summer job. If you have any questions regarding Youth in Action or require assistance filling out the application please contact Shelbey Pillon, Manager Community Living Supports overseeing Career Compass 519-776-6483 ext. 276 or spillon@communitylivingessex.org. The information gathered will be used to assist the Career Compass team in finding the best possible fit for summer work experience for the youth listed within this application. This information will be kept confidential. Students are encouraged to seek assistance to complete this application if needed. The information gathered will be used to assist the Career Compass team to find the best possible fit for a summer work experience. This information will be kept confidential. Students are encouraged to seek assistance to complete this application if needed.