EMPLOYMENT ONTARIO PROGRAMS AND SERVICES May 13, 2011.
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Transcript of EMPLOYMENT ONTARIO PROGRAMS AND SERVICES May 13, 2011.
EMPLOYMENT ONTARIOPROGRAMS AND SERVICES
May 13, 2011
Objectives
Provide an overview of the components of the Employment Ontario Employment Services
Clarify how your clients can access services (referral)
Take a closer look at each component of EO Employment Services
Answer any questions that you may have
EMPLOYMENT ONTARIO
Employment Ontario helps Ontarians find work
Employment Ontario provide personalized advice and services to help people assess their skills and experience, find work and start on the path to skills training
Get the skills to succeed: Talk to a professional counsellor and get the help you need to plan your career, get training, and find a job through the Employment Services program
Find jobs: Where and how to seek employment opportunities
Employment Services
The Employment Ontario network of community service providers deliver employment services to individuals who require assistance in obtaining and sustaining employment. All services are provided in a single point of service within all communities in Ontario.
The Employment Ontario network is comprised of 174 Employment Service providers at 434 sites throughout Ontario.
Clients are able to access job search, placement and incentives, job retention instruction, information and referral services and service planning and co-ordination from a single point of service.
Components of the Employment Service
Client Service Planning & Coordination EO service providers must determine
an individual’s primary service need: Use the Resource & Information
component Referral to other services (either before
or concurrent with Employment Service) Need for assisted Employment Service
components
EO Providers will Consider…
Individuals’ employability dimensions Interpersonal skills, work history, education
Suitability Indicators (further information) The demands of the potential employer Opportunities within the labour market
Labour market trends in the region Job/Training opportunities
Resource & Information
Open access service for the community No eligibility or access criteria (intake)
Includes: Labour market information Resources to support independent (unassisted)
job search Career clarification and planning Information on local training opportunities, local
employment opportunities, community service supports
Provides a means for employers to recruit employees
Workshops / Info Sessions
Orientation to Employment Services Resume & Cover Letter Job Search Interview Skills Labour Market Information / Career
Exploration
Referral to Community Services Referrals may be made at any point
of client contact Intake or one-on-one Employment
Consultant will refer based on individual assessment
Ex: Language assessment, ESL, credential assessment, housing, financial planning, counseling services, etc.
Assisted Services
Eligibility criteria: Unemployed Not participating in full-time training
or education Underemployed – working less than
an average of 20 hours per week
Suitability Factors
Willingness to begin employment History of poor work retention; ineffective
independent job search Substantial time out of school, work or
training Lack of relevant, credible or Canadian work
experience Education/credentials from outside of Canada Language skill level is a barrier to
employment
Suitability Factors cont’d…
Low level of education attained Disability Age Source of income Self-identified as Aboriginal Labour market change
Assisted Services / Case Management Employment Service Plan is opened Individualized assistance in career
clarification and goal setting Skills and interest assessment Interview and employment preparation Realistic and accurate assessment of
qualifications compared to job requirements
Assisted Services cont’d…
As the client works with the service provider, a more in-depth analysis is undertaken
Additional service needs may be identified and provided or coordinated with other service providers (referral)
Job Search
Individualized support for conducting a successful job search
Encompasses clarification of interests, abilities, skills, short & long-term goals
Orientation to workplace: rules, employer expectations, Canadian workplace culture
Rights and responsibilities of employees Preparation of tools – resume, applications,
strategies Information about access to language,
credential assessment
Job Matching, Placement & Incentives
Provides matching and placement services to clients who are unlikely to succeed in conducting their own job search, even with support, because of barriers to employment
Job Matching, Placement & Incentives Help to match client skills and interests with
work opportunities Help in facilitation of work opportunities and
negotiation of the employment relationship on their behalf
Experiential or on-the-job training opportunities
Placement support – identify and resolve issues
Financial supports to help remove barriers
Job Matching, Placement & Incentives Job development – proactive outreach to
employers to identify opportunities Employer support in identifying skills
required and capabilities needed Sensitivity/diversity training, workplace
accommodation Matching employer skill needs and
participant capabilities and interests
Job Matching, Placement & Incentives Placement opportunities with or without
incentives, volunteer placement, job trial and on-the-job training opportunities
Development of a training plan and agreement, includes negotiation of financial incentives
Monitoring of placement and agreement to support success
Link participants with mentors and coaches to provide support during and after placement
Employment and Training Supports Available on a temporary basis to address
financial barriers to participation in Employment Services for assisted clients Special equipment, supplies (e.g. safety boots) Transportation Work clothing/grooming needs to achieve
credibility Certification charges
As determined based on need
Job / Training Retention
Clients expect that their experience in the Employment Service will lead them on a path to sustained employment
Monitoring & follow-up There may be a need for additional
coaching / mentoring to maintain employment or complete training
Development of a support plan with the client and mentor
Job / Training Retention
Linking participants with mentors and coaches to provide support during and after job placement
Monitoring of the mentor/coach relationship with clients and its impact on workplace success
Make adjustments as required Follow-up occurs continuously With placement – positive 3 month follow-up –
goal of sustainable employment reached - exit
Apprenticeship Scholarship (AS) Interest in the skilled trades Must be committed to meeting the
necessary academic requirements for the chosen program within one year
$500 awarded when registered for upgrading
$500 awarded upon confirmation of successful completion
Apprenticeship Employer Signing Bonus (AESB)
Employer must commit to a relevant apprenticeship training plan
Initial payment of $1000 when the training agreement is signed
Final payment of $1000 six months from the signing date if apprentice is still working and training with the same employer
Questions?
www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/tcu/employmentontario/
Thank You!