Program: Y Opportunities
Organization: YMCA of Southwestern Ontario
YMCA of Chatham-Kent
Phone Numbers: 519-667-3300 x2038
Email: tess.corriveau@swo.ymca.ca
Website: www.ymcaswo.ca/programs/education-enrichment/employment-programs-services
Address:
101 Courthouse Lane
Chatham, ON
N7L 0B5
Intersection: Grand Ave and Courthouse Ln
Location: Chatham-Kent
Accessibility:
Wheelchair Accessible
Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-4pm
Public Contacts: Tess Corriveau - Program Lead - Y Works & Y Opportunities Program
Service Description: Employment program that assists people with diagnosed or self-identified disabilities overcome their barriers to employment. Supports are designed to help participants refine and discover new skills towards labour market integration or further education. Over 6 weeks, individual and group supports are provided that include needs assessments and employability and skills-building workshops. Upon completion, participants are connected with a paid job opportunity or with appropriate courses and training opportunities in a field of their choice. For those entering the workforce, an additional 12 weeks of tailored supports are provided to both participants and their employers to promote long-term success.


Fees: Free
Application: Call or visit website
Eligibility / Target Population: Adults aged 18-65 who are Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident or Refugee Status with a self-identified or diagnosed disability
Languages: English
Area Served: Chatham-Kent and Area
See Also: Employment Assistance
Employment Assistance for People with Disabilities
Last Updated: 2/26/2025
Service Profile Web Address: eng/displayService.aspx?id=223362

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