Regina Work Preparation Center December 2013

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2022 Halifax St.

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757-9096

3 Job Group 10:00-11:30am (DF) Randy Johner - Social Work at the University of Regina

4 L.1 SOC 1 Exploring Change 9:15am-12:00pm (SP)

5 L.2 Job Search Confidence 1:00-3:00pm (JB)

6 L.1 Beadwork Class 9:00am-12:00pm (CP)

10 Job Group 10:00-11:30am (RD) SGI Saskatchewan Government Insurance

11 L.1 Intro to Choice Theory 9:30-11:30am (MB)

12 L.3 Get Hired: Tips for Effective Interviewing 1:00-3:00pm (JB)

13 L.1 Beadwork Class 9:00am-12:00pm (CP) L.1 Microsoft Word Basics Computer Lab Tutorial 1:30-2:30pm (JB)

16 L.1 Beadwork Class 9:00am-12:00pm (CP)

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18 L.2 SOC 2 Preparing for Action 9:00am-12:00pm (JB)

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20 L.1 Beadwork Class 9:00am-12:00pm (CP)

Office Closed 11:30-1:00

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Office Closes at Noon

Christmas Eve

Office Closed
Christmas Day

Office Closed
Boxing Day

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Contd: The Youth Cafe Employment Project Oct. 28/13-Apr. 18/14 (AB)

Contd: Youth Employment Readiness Program Nov 25/13-Jan 25/14 (RB)

Upcoming: Warehouse Worker Training Program Jan 6- Feb 14/14 (CH/LW) Session #3 - March 2014 (CH/LW)

Upcoming: Youth Employment Readiness Program Jan 20-Mar 21/14 (RB)

Weekly Job Group - Job Group is available to any Work Prep client and meets every Tuesday at 10:00am. It provides participants with an opportunity to learn about the various areas of employment available to them. Each week, a guest speaker is invited to present information about their organization or institution, enabling clients to get a peek into the different occupations that they might pursue. The group also provides direct access to employers and educators. This is a drop-in group and clients are welcome to come to any and all group sessions. Computer Lab - Work Prep offers a computer lab that is available all day long for our clients. Drop in to work on your resume, complete an online job search, look for childcare, research education and training options, practice typing, or any other work-related task. A counsellor will always be available to assist you. SOC 1 Exploring Change - This interactive workshop is ideal for people who are interested in exploring change. Participants will learn about the Stages of Change model, have the opportunity to look at the pros and cons of change, and will leave with a clearer idea of what their next steps might be. SOC 2 Preparing for Action - This workshop is ideal for people who are ready to begin planning and preparing for employment or training. Participants will be offered the tools needed to manage stress and access supports. Participants will leave armed with confidence and new resources, ready to take action toward their employment or training goals. Job Search Confidence - In this 2-hour workshop, participants will learn self esteem basics and how to apply them to their job search or educational goals. Participants will also be offered tips that will help them to improve their job search, feel better prepared, and in turn, be more confident when searching for employment. This workshop is ideal for people needing some encouragement and renewed motivation to continue pursuing their goals. Introduction to Choice Theory - This 2-hour interactive workshop will get people thinking about what is most important to them when making choices, and reflect on how to select more effective behaviours in order to get what they want. It will encourage clients to accept personal responsibility for making positive change in their lives. Discussion will also include healthy relationship habits. Microsoft Word Basics - This computer lab tutorial is designed for clients who have no word processing experience. The tutorial will cover how to create, open, and save a Word document to either a computer or a flash drive memory stick. Basic information about editing and formatting documents will also be provided. This training session will particularly benefit those who want to work on a resume/cover letter/reference sheet, b ut dont know where to start. If you have a flash drive, please bring it with you.

Beadwork Class - The beadwork class is a series of 6 sessions, with each lesson leading into the next project. The 1 class will cover common beadwork, such nd rd as jewellery; the 2 will involve lanyards; in the 3 class, we will create a medallion; and the remaining sessions will focus on moccasin making. All classes will last 3 hours, and have an instructor on hand to provide group instruction and one-on-one assistance, if required. Lindell Haywahe is our instructor, and she will be using the Sacred Seven Grandfather Teachings (honesty, humility, truth, respect, wisdom, love, bravery) in conjunction with her instruction. These beading classes will help to instil confidence, pride and work ethic, which can have an enduring effect and lead to sustainability in employment. Get Hired: Tips for Effective Interviewing - Learn the secrets to a successful interview. In this 2-hour workshop, participants will be briefed on the most important elements of conveying a professional image and making a lasting impression. The program will cover appropriate responses to common interview questions, the importance of research, preparation and practice, and some useful reminders to help you make the best of your interview experience. Youth Employment Readiness Program - This nine-week program will provide participants with the opportunity to prepare for the world of work and learn the skills needed to keep a job. Participants will attend three weeks of in-class employability skills training, followed by six weeks of on the job training to identify personal skills and abilities, while building current work experience and references for their resume. This project includes 30 hours per week of paid training and work placement for the duration of the nine weeks. Eligible participants include those between the ages of 16-30. Warehouse Employment Program - This 6-week program will provide knowledge and skill development leading to employment in a warehouse/distribution centre. Upon completion of the program, participants will have an understanding of work within the warehouse industry, material handling skills, as well as knowledge of time management, budgeting and personal fitness skills. Individuals selected for the program will receive financial support during the program. The Youth Cafe Employment Project is a unique program for youth ages 16-29 interested in the food services and customer service industry. Youth selected to participate in the project will participate in 25 weeks of paid training, including soft skill development in employment readiness workshops, hard skill development in the kitchen at the YMCA, and the opportunity for a placement in the community. Five youth will be selected to participate in the training.

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