{"id":5931,"date":"2025-05-14T08:58:56","date_gmt":"2025-05-14T12:58:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/prescottgroup.ca\/?post_type=program&p=5931"},"modified":"2025-11-22T19:37:34","modified_gmt":"2025-11-22T23:37:34","slug":"supported-employment","status":"publish","type":"program","link":"https:\/\/prescottgroup.ca\/programs\/supported-employment\/","title":{"rendered":"Supported Employment"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Supported Employment<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Employment Services<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Our leadership programs, Saturday Jobs for youth, job coaching and JobLinks clubs, help people with disabilities gain the skills they need to prepare for work and keep their jobs for longer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We can help with on the job training, on-going support and connections to the workplace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once you\u2019ve secured that dream position, we can help you problem solve, move through your career and connect with peer support along the way. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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How our employment services<\/strong> can help in your journey<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Getting ready to work<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

It can be overwhelming to get started, we\u2019re here to help you build the skills you need to feel confident and ready for work.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Supportive opportunities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Our Saturday Job<\/em> program gives high school students real-world experience and training, while JobLinks<\/em> supports you not only in getting a job, but in keeping it.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Learn practical skills<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

From customer service and handle money training, writing a resume, and practising interview skills \u2014 we\u2019ve got you covered <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Flexible, person-directed<\/strong> pathways<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Choose the path that fits your goals. You know what’s right for you. We’re here to help but you lead the way.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Prescott creates a welcoming space to build connections, problem-solve<\/strong> and practice skills<\/strong>. We\u2019re here to help you grow every step of the way.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Let’s work together <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Getting your first job is a big milestone. It\u2019s a chance to meet new people, earn your own money, build confidence, and feel proud of what you can do. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

At Prescott, we believe everyone deserves that opportunity. We support over 100 people with disabilities to find meaningful work<\/strong>\u2014whether it\u2019s in one of our social enterprises like North End Baking Co. & Caf\u00e9, Pinkie\u2019s Thrift, Home Services, or Prescott Mailing Services, or in community workplaces across Halifax like Scotiabank Centre, 2 Crows Brewing, Stantec, McInnis Cooper,<\/strong> and many more. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With the help of our friendly job coaches, participants gain skills, independence, and a stronger connection to their community.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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In our own words: Why work matters<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A job is more than just a paycheque \u2014 it\u2019s a chance to be seen, to belong, and to grow.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Hear from some of the incredible employees in our community about what having a job means to them, how it\u2019s changed their lives, and the pride they feel in showing up, contributing, and being part of something bigger.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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