| Program: | Y Opportunities | ||
| Organizations: |
YMCA of Southwestern Ontario Family YMCA of Chatham-Kent |
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| Description of Services: | 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. | ||
| Requirements | |||
| Fees: | Free | ||
| Eligibility - Population(s) Served: | Adults aged 18-65 who are Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident or Refugee Status with a self-identified or diagnosed disability | ||
| Application: | Call or visit website | ||
| Accessibility: |
Wheelchair Accessible
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| Accessibility Notes: | Wheelchair accessible pool lift, elevators, barrier free washrooms | ||
| Languages: | English | ||
| Area(s) Served: | Chatham-Kent and Area | ||
| Contact Information | |||
| Phone Numbers: | 519-667-3300 Ext 2038 | ||
| Email: | tess.corriveau@ymcaswo.ca | ||
| Website: | www.ymcaswo.ca/programs/education-enrichment/emplo... | ||
| Address: |
101 Courthouse Lane Chatham, ON N7L 0B5 |
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| Intersection: | Grand Ave and Courthouse Ln | ||
| Location: | Chatham-Kent | ||
| Hours: | Mon-Fri 8am-4pm | ||
| Contacts: | Tess Corriveau - Program Lead - Y Works & Y Opportunities Program | ||
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This information is provided by thehealthline.ca. It was last completely updated on: 3/10/2026 |
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