Strategies For Employment Webcast
Tools and Resources
Strategies For Employment Webcast
Tools and Resources
Thank you for joining us for the Strategies for Employment Webcast. Below is a list of actionable tips, links and resources relevant to the topics discussed. We hope you find this information useful.
3 TIPS TO TAKE ACTION AFTER THE WEBCAST
- Start to build employment skills early. Home is a great place to practice things like task completion, such as setting an alarm and getting up independently, which can create confidence and self-esteem.
- Set an expectation that your family member will gain employment. Create a family culture in which everyone is expected to go to school, do household chores and get a job.
- Investigate various employment supports that are available. Connections vary, so research which one will best suit your employment goals and supports like resume building, practice interviews and job coaching.
LINKS AND RESOURCES
Ready, Willing and Able (RWA)
RWA is a national network of job developers and employment agencies working to support job seekers with an intellectual disability or autism. Check out their list of employment agency partners to see if there is one in your community. Their website also has a page for job seekers that can help you get connected to supports in communities across Canada.
Live Work Play
LiveWorkPlay helps the community welcome and include people with intellectual disabilities, autistic persons, and individuals with a dual diagnosis to live, work, and play as valued citizens.
Ontario Disability Employment Network (ODEN)
ODEN is a province-wide organization that brings together businesses and Employment Service Providers to increase employment opportunities for job seekers who have a disability. Mentorability is a full or half-day mentorship experience for job seekers who have a disability.
The Inclusive Workplace
This website offers guidance, tools, tactics and resources to job seekers on the autism spectrum or with an intellectual disability, with employment agencies, and to employers aiming to build inclusive workplaces.
Family Support Network for Employment (FSNE)
FSNE is a family-led coalition that seeks to engage people with an intellectual disability and their family members in supportive networks around employment, social infrastructure, and by providing resources.
PLANNING NETWORK RESOURCES
Planning Network
The Planning Network offers inspirational stories and resources to support families and people with a disability. If you’re preparing for the transition to adulthood, visit P4P’s Beyond Graduation Toolkit, and check out the stories below.
Julian Escallon: Man of Many Passions
A remarkable man shares his worldview, accomplishments and many goals.
Tony Downer: Taking Care of Business
The Vice President of People First Ontario demonstrates his solid work ethic.
Crafting a Good Life: Tiffany Dawe
Even before Tiffany was born, her mother Linda dreamt of the life she hoped her daughter would live - a good life, full of opportunity and friendship. In 43 years, she has never wavered in her vision.
Crafting a Good Life: Andrew Werner
A businessman, artist, swimmer, and environmental organizer, Andrew is a man with a zest for life.
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