YWCA Employment Centre Workshop Calendar May 2015

May 2015 1 Résumé Review (By appt. only) 4 5 Orientation To Our Services 9am-noon Tess Job & Career Fair Scarborough C...

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May 2015 1 Résumé Review (By appt. only)

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5 Orientation To Our Services 9am-noon Tess Job & Career Fair Scarborough Civic Centre 10am-4pm

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Evaluate Your Skills (Typing, bookkeeping & more) 10am-noon

Victoria Day Holiday

7 Cover letters that work! 9:30-12:30 Redfield Security Guard Job Fair 10am-1pm

Security Guard Job Fair Prep Session 10am-1pm

Orientation To Our Services 9am-noon

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6 Group information Session  Register at 9am  Orientation at 9:30am  Appointments till noon

Group information Session  Register at 9am  Orientation at 9:30am  Appointments till noon

Introduction to Computers 10am-noon

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Centre Closed

Group information Session  Register at 9am  Orientation at 9:30am  Appointments till noon

Centennial College Application Process Second Career 9:30-10:30am

Résumé Review (By appt. only)

Résumé Review (By appt. only)

14 Orientation To Our Services 9am-noon

15 Orientation To Our Services 9am-noon

Second Career Application 10am-noon

Gain Confidence for Your Job Interview 9:30am-3pm

Discount Car and Truck Job fair 1-3pm

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8 Orientation To Our Services 9am-noon

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Résumé Review (By appt. only)

Résumé Review (By appt. only)

Introduction to Computers 10am-noon

21 Orientation To Our Services 9am-noon

22 Orientation To Our Services 9am-noon

Introduction to Computers 10am-noon Résumé Review (By appt. only)

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26 LinkedIn Learn how to set up your online LinkedIn account 10am

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A Map for Job Search Success: Discover tips, tricks & habits to get hired. 9:30am-12:30pm

Refreshments to follow! 12:30-1:30pm

Résumé Review (By appt. only)

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Orientation To Our Services 9am-noon

Orientation To Our Services 9am-noon

Introduction to Computers 10am-noon

New Training Tips for Customer Service 10am-1pm Résumé Review (By appt. only)

OSEB Learn how to Start A Small Business 10:30am Résumé Review (By appt. only)

ON-GOING WORKSHOPS/SESSIONS

BUS ROUTE | From Kennedy subway station, take the 86 Scarborough

Get Your Résumé and Cover Letter Noticed – Mondays | 9:30am-1:30pm Evaluate Your Skills (Typing, bookkeeping) – Mondays | 10am-noon How to Ace Your Interview – Wednesdays | 9:30am-1:30pm Orientation To Our Services – Monday – Thursday | 9:30-noon Settlement Services Catholic Cross-Cultural – Tuesdays | 9am-5pm Second Career Session – Fridays | 10am-noon Introduction to Computers – Wednesdays | 10am-noon

or 116 Morningside bus | From Scarborough Town Centre, take the 21 Brimley bus to Eglinton Avenue, then transfer to 86 Scarborough or 116 Morningside bus travelling east Our centre provides job seekers with friendly and expert assistance. Pre-registration is required for all sessions and workshops.

Orientation to Our Services Looking for work is easier when you are not doing it alone. Understand the advantages, processes and incentives of working with Employment Ontario and YWCA Toronto.

Applying to Centennial College through Second Career Program If you uncertain where to study under the Employment Ontario – Second Career Program, join us to hear about Centennial College courses and the application process.

Evaluate Your Skills (Typing, bookkeeping & more) It is common practice for skilled office workers to be tested by recruiters and employers as part of the hiring process. Arrange for an appointment to test yourself and discover your scores before going for a job interview.

Introduction to Computers Attend a small, group coaching session on Microsoft Word. Learn how to format a document and apply for work online. Designed for new computer users.

Get Your Résumé and Cover Letter Noticed: Résumé & Cover Letter Workshop Transform your résumé into a powerful tool that will get you interviews. Take away handouts outline the components of a résumé and cover letter for further review and preparation from home.

How to Ace your Interview: Interview Skills Workshop You will learn about preparation and research, interview structures, question styles, hidden intentions from questions and appropriate responses.

Gain Confidence for your Job Interview: Mock Interview Practice Participants will have an opportunity to practice their interview skills; Must go to Interview Workshop (How to Ace your Interview) prior to attending this session.

Second Career Information Session Learn about eligibility, suitability, skills training, financial assessment and more. The objective of Second Career is to support laid-off and unemployed individuals requiring skills training and to assist them in finding employment in careers with demonstrated labour market prospects in Ontario.

Résumé Review Have a one-on-one session with an Employment Specialist. Bring a copy of your résumé and cover letter to receive suggestions on content, format and methods to improve your existing résumé.

Ontario Self-Employment Benefit Program (OSEB) This program holds the answers for those interested in starting their own business and wondering how to begin the process. Join us for a candid discussion about the support you can receive to reach your goal of being self-sufficient and successful as a small business owner Settlement Services and Resources An opportunity for newcomers living in the area to learn about services and resources for individuals, couples and families.

Redfield Security Guard is hiring! Get Hired On The Spot! Full-time/Part-time Security Guards; we will be holding on-site interviews; bring your résumé and dress for success.  Offers Free Security training  Free Security Guard Examination  Free Province of Ontario Security Guard License  Competitive salary and benefits

LinkedIn & On-line Applications 1. Linked-In - review of Linked-In, why everyone needs a profile, how to set-up a profile, search for jobs and set a job alert and how to follow through; plus, great advice on interviewing and job hunting skills.

A Map for Job Search Success: Discover tips, tricks & habits to get hired.

Join us for a fun filled morning of short sessions that are bound to refresh and inspire your approach to Job Search. After the sessions everyone is invited to enjoy some delicious refreshments. Come one come all!

New Training Tips for Customer Service 10 Tips for providing ‘Knock Your Pants Off’ Customer Service Have you ever heard the term, “The customer is always right”? How do you react when the customer is in fact wrong? Attend this session and learn the tips and tricks for getting the most out of your customer service experience.

Discount Car and Truck Rental Is Hiring! It’s your career, drive it! Discount Car and Truck Rental will be holding on-site interviews! Bring Your Résumé! Dress In business attire! We need Service Attendants and Client Service Specialists! Qualifications  Customer Service, Retail or Sales Experience  G2 or G Class Driver's License  Clean Driving and Criminal Record  Energetic  Excellent Communication Skills  Passion for Customer Service VISIT OUR WEBSITE

ywcatoronto.org/employment FOR JOB FAIRS AND SPECIAL EVENTS