We understand the needs of individuals living with a wide range of disabilities and the support required to obtain meaningful employment.
We specialize in working with individuals with learning disabilities, Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD), Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), developmental disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), mental health issues, physical challenges and more. Our targeted employment and volunteer programs unlock your abilities so you can reach your potential at work.
For more information please contact us
Project GOLD – Generating Opportunities for Learning Disabilities
Preparing individuals with learning disabilities for employment
Project GOLD is a free program for adults with learning disabilities, ADHD or ADD to work through their strengths and challenges with the intent to achieve and retain meaningful employment.
The program includes:
- Personalized Return to Work (RTW) action plan
- Employment and Life Skills workshops
- Job search support
- On-the-job coaching and support
- Assistance with disability disclosure to employers
To register, please visit our Project GOLD page.
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Job Readiness Project
Specialized coaching for job seekers with autism
This program is designed for individuals with ASD between the ages of 18 and 30 years old looking for support in preparing for, obtaining and retaining employment.
The programs includes:
- 8- week workshop series to develop your job readiness skills
- Workshop topics include workplace communication, employer interactions, workplace behaviour, and self advocacy
- Weekly one-on-one sessions to set and achieve goals
- Paid work placement for up to 14 weeks
- On-the-job coaching and support
- Job retention workshops
Path 2 Work
Helping adults with developmental or intellectual disabilities prepare for and find employment. Understanding personal strengths and challenges in the workplace will allow strategies to be developed to successfully get and keep a new job.
The program includes:
- Personalized Return to Work (RTW) action plan
- One-on-one employment counselling
- Employment and Life Skills workshops
- Introductions to employers
- Job interview preparation
- On-the-job coaching and support
AL GREEN RESOURCE CENTRE
Offering programs for individuals with learning or developmental disabilities to create meaningful employment, training and volunteer opportunities that develop work, life and social skills.
All services are delivered by a team of professional Community Participation Support Workers, Employment Counsellors, Workforce Specialists and Job Coaches who are knowledgeable on developmental disabilities and have direct experience working with a wide range of individuals.
Note: All programs require a referral from Developmental Services Ontario
• Person Directed Planning Initiative
Preparation and support for life transitions through volunteer positions, employment and/or educational opportunities.
• Developing Work Connections
A pre-employment and life skills program for individuals, 18 and older, with developmental disabilities. On-site and community-based activities designed to build employment and life skills, and help individuals integrate into the community. Includes a focus on Individualized Support Planning and assisting participants to work towards their goals, promotion of inclusive opportunities through meaningful group or individualized volunteer placements, job coaching support, social and recreational activities.
• Youth: Community Choices for Success
A pre-employment program for individuals, aged 18 to 29, with a Dual Diagnosis; mental health diagnosis coupled with a developmental disability.
The program includes:
- Activities to enhance vocational planning
- Volunteering and life skills workshops
- Individualized Support Plan
- Group and individualized volunteer placement – with job coaching support
For more information about our programs, please contact us at 416-787-1151 or intake@jvstoronto.org
To contact Development Services Ontario, visit Development Services Ontario. Pour le service en français, visite Les Services de l’Ontario pour les personnes ayant une déficience intellectuelle.
