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Until you accept total responsibility — no matter what — you will not be able to put plans in place to accomplish your goals. ~David Cottrell *********************** 2011 - 2012 Postings: Interpreters/Gift Shop Assistants Posted May 17/12  ********************** Note from Visions Employment: Reposted May 16/12 Visions Employment is a non-profit community based Employment Corporation serving individuals with developmental disabilities. The objective is to seek employment for individuals with developmental disabilities in occupations suitable to their interests and abilities, utilizing a team approach in an effort to meet the employment needs of individuals with developmental disabilities. Visions Employment is now offering a Youth Employment Program that will service high school students with developmental disabilities who are interested in summer as well as year
round part time, after school and weekend employment. For more information contact: Jenelle Fitzpatrick, B. Comm.(Co-op) Career Development Specialist Visions Employment Inc. Tel: (709) 364-4607 Fax: (709) 364-4700 **********************  ********************** Youth the Future (YTF) - Pre-Employment Opportunity For youth with disabilities in the St. John’s Region Posted April 18/12 Note: Participants will be paid for their participation and the program will be offered Monday – Friday 9:00 am – 3:00 pm. ($10.00/hour for 30hrs/week) ABOUT THE PROGRAM
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CONTACT INFORMATION Interested in learning more about this program? To make an appointment for an interview, check with: Project Coordinator Gord Hawkins email: ghawkins@ccrw.org phone: (709) 754-4941 Keyin College Bus: (709) 579 -1061 Fax: (709)
579 - 6002 Youth the Future (YTF) is being offered as a project through the Canadian Council on Rehabilitation and Work (CCRW) *********************** Tutoring Work Experience Program (TWEP) - One (1) Position to be filled at Stella Maris Academy Posted April 16/12 TWEP is open to post-secondary students who are interested in tutoring high school students who are preparing for year end exams. Tutors may earn a weekly stipend plus a tuition voucher for their continuing post-secondary education. The combined total wage is $10.00 per hour. Application package available at Guidance Office. Apply to: Stella Maris Academy P.O. Box 70, Trepassey, NL A0A 4B0 Attention: School Principal and/or Guidance Counsellor Application Deadline: April 27, 2012 A Certificate of Conduct is required for all TWEP tutors. NOTE: ESDNL will reimburse the tutor(s) for cost associated with the Certificate of Conduct. Program Start Date: May 7, 2012 Please contact Mr. Ryan or Mr. Sutton at 438 2361 if you require additional information. *********************** SWASP Student Work and Service Program - Summer 2012 Posted April 16/12 The Community Service Component of the Student Work and Service Program (SWASP) is a unique program that serves post-secondary students and community organizations, enabling students to work in their home community during the summer, develop transferable
skills, explore career interests and help nonprofits carry out their programs. In return, they receive a $1,400 tuition voucher upon completion of a 280-hour placement (8 weeks), plus a weekly stipend of $175. This program operates with financial support from the Government of Canada, Services Canada and in partnership with the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador. Cape Race - PCS Heritage Inc. is seeking interested students to apply for this program. The successful candidate will assist staff on guided tours of Mistaken Point Ecological Reserve as well as assist Cape Race - PCS Heritage staff as required. Candidates must be planning on entering or returning to a post-secondary institution within the next twelve months Qualifications:
Those interested in applying please call 709-438-1100 or visit the Edge of Avalon Interpretive Centre, Portugal Cove South Deadline to complete application is 12:00pm, Monday, April 30th, 2012 *********************** Celtic Business Development Corporation - Youth Ventures Program Co-ordinator Posted April 2/12 The Celtic Business Development Corporation will again be offering the Youth Ventures Program this upcoming summer. The Program involves promoting and fostering entrepreneurship among students from Goulds/Petty Harbour-Maddox Cove to Riverhead, St. Mary’s Bay. The position will mainly be based in Ferryland but there may be some flexibility in other work locations such as Goulds. The responsibilities of the Co-ordinator will be to: 耀 solicit youth participants from the region; 耀 develop and present workshops on preparing business plans and business operation; 耀 provide
necessary counselling and support to individuals, in the areas of business plan development, administration, and marketing; 耀 monitor the progress of the youth businesses; 耀 liaison with local business mentors; and 耀 prepare reports as required. Qualifications should include: a good knowledge of small business; business plan development; word processing, presentation, and spreadsheet software; strong communication and interpersonal skills; and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Preference will be given to individuals who have completed or are currently enrolled in a business degree or business studies program. Access to a vehicle is required. Salary is $1,050 bi-weekly. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This is a sixteen (16) week placement commencing the week of April 18-20, 2012. Resumes may be submitted via email up until 12:30 p.m. on Monday, April 9, 2012 to: cathy.perry@cbdc.ca Check these websites for more info: *********************** Women in Science and Engineering (WISE) - 2012 Summer Employment Program Posted March 16/12 If you are a full-time female student, who will have completed Grade 11 (Level II) this year and who will be returning to high school next Fall, you may apply. Please Note: Grade 10 (Level I) students interested in Labrador positions may also apply. Applicants need not be strongly committed to careers in these areas, but should be interested in finding out more about them. Talk to Mr. Sutton to find out more or go to the WISE website at www.wisenl.ca to access more information, see photos, or link to the WISE Youtube channel!! *********************** 2010 - 2011 Postings: Office Assistant Posted June 1/11 Southern Avalon Development Association (SADA) is accepting applications for the position of OFFICE ASSISTANT Under the Canada Summer Jobs Program. This placement is open to those individuals aged 15 to 30 years of age (at the start
of employment) who have been registered as full-time students in the previous academic year and intend to return to school on a full time basis in the next academic year. Anticipated start date is June 27, 2011 Rate of pay is $10.00 per hour Please apply in writing with cover letter and resume. Resumes can be dropped off at the SADA office in the Opportunities Complex. Deadline to Apply 4:30 P.M. Friday June 10, 2011 ******************* Student Summer Employment Posted May 31/11 The SOUTHERN AVALON DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION (SADA) has been successful in obtaining funding for 1 student position for seven weeks for the 2011 season. The successful candidate will be a student assistant at Mistaken Point Ecological Reserve, Portugal Cove South. Qualifications: · Must have been a full time student (high school or post-secondary) this year and be returning to school in September 2011 ·Good oral communications skills ·Good people skills ·The ability to work independently and as a team member · Good work ethic ·Must be physically fit ·Must be comfortable working in the outdoors for extended periods · Knowledge and/or an interest in natural history (especially Mistaken Point fossils) would be considered an important asset. Duties will include, but are not limited to: ·Assisting Reserve Interpreters on guided hikes to Mistaken Point (a 6km daily hike) ·Greeting hike participants and providing information · Helping with trail and signage maintenance, as well as other physical tasks. ·Helping to ensure the safety of all hike participants ·General office duties such as filing, copying, updating computer files, etc. Please submit your resume by the deadline date: 4 pm, Monday, June 6th Start date for the successful applicant will be June 27th, 2011. Mail To: Mistaken Point Ecological Reserve c/o Edge of Avalon Interpretive Centre P.O. Box 9, Site 13 Portugal Cove South, NL A0A 4B0 Fax To: 709-438-1100 Email To: valeriesullivan@gov.nl.ca Please note: This position is being funded by SADA. The Reserve Manager at Mistaken Point Ecological Reserve will assign duties and provide job supervision. ******************* Student Summer Employment - Interpreters/Gift Shop Assistants Posted May 24, 2011 CAPE RACE-PCS HERITAGE INC. has been successful in obtaining funding for 4 student positions at seven weeks for the 2011 season. Duties will include: · Greet visitors and provide information; · Conduct interpretive tours at the Edge of Avalon Interpretative Centre; · Conduct interpretive tours at the Cape Race Site, including the Myrick Wireless Interpretation Centre and the Cape Race Lighthouse; · Participate in orientation and training;· Learn the required
information necessary on the attractions of the Edge of Avalon Heritage Coast in order to provide detail guided tours of the Interpretative Exhibits; · Record visitor stats and keep record of all tour fees daily; · Assist in the gift shop as needed in serving customers, recording daily sales, arranging product, tracking inventory, and other related gift shop duties as requested
by CR-PCSHI. Successful candidates will need: - good oral communication skills - good people skills - the ability to work both independently and as a team member - a good work ethic - to have been a full time student this year and intending to return full time in September 2010 Please submit your resume by deadline date: 4:00 pm Thursday, May 26th, 2011 Starting date for successful post-secondary students will be May 30th, 2011 and starting date for successful high-school students will be June 27th, 2011. Mail To: CAPE RACE-PCS HERITAGE INC Edge of Avalon Interpretative Centre P.O. Box 9, Site 13Portugal Cove South, NL A0A 4B0 Fax To: 709-438-1100 or Email To: caperaceheritage@nf.aibn.com ******************* YOUTH VENTURES: Posted May 13/11 Want to be your own Boss? Can’t find a summer job? Want to earn extra money? If you answered “yes” to these questions and are between the ages of 12 & 29, then the YOUTH VENTURES PROGRAM can help you. To find out more about this program and how to start your own business contact: Adam Kavanagh -Youth Ventures Coordinator - Celtic Business Development Corporation @ 432-2662 or toll free: 1-800 563-4377 or you can email: celtic@youthventuresnl.com ******************* Independent Living (IL) Interns: Posted May 24/11 Position: Independent Living (IL) Intern Hours: 28 hours per week. $12.00 per hourDuration: 44 weeks - Employment Contract Eligibility: These positions are open to individuals who self identify as a person with a disability. Locations: Stephenville, Corner Brook, Grand Falls-Windsor, Gander, Clarenville, Carbonear, Happy Valley-Goose Bay, and St. John’s (2 positions) Application Deadline: May 27th, 2011 The IL Internship Program will provide opportunities for people with disabilities to prepare for, attain and maintain paid employment while participating in an innovative community program. The program will assist individuals in making employment choices, weighing out risks, and gaining ownership over their personal career goals. In partnership with other community organizations, the IL Interns will work within the designated communities to promote awareness of people with disabilities and provide positive public education on disability related information. Interns will also have opportunity to work with other community organizations, government departments, and educational facilities to promote the philosophies of Independent Living across the province. The program is divided into two phases; Skill Development and Work Placement. The Skill Development Phase will see Interns developing their own career plan while creating a portfolio of career related skills. A one-week Team Building Training Session will take place in St. John’s where Interns will work directly at the ILRC to learn more about our programs and services and develop community contacts to share locally in their designated areas. The Work Placement Phase will see Interns developing and presenting community consultations, working with other community organizers, working with various adaptive technologies and increasing public awareness of disability related information. Interns hired will be supported in all areas of their work. We consider our Internship Program to be a learning experience in which Interns gain valuable work skills through the completion of their daily tasks. Qualifications: The ideal candidate should have…. - A keen interest in learning more about Independent Living and promoting it through your community -An interest in increasing your writing skills through report writing and research collections - A desire to learn more about computers and technology with a basic understanding of aspects such as The Internet, Email, and Business Applications such as Word or Word Perfect. - A willingness to learn more about adaptive technology to support others using it. - An interest in creating a personal career portfolio to enhance future career opportunities. - Effective communication skills with an interest in speaking in small groups - Good people skills essential. Submit applications electronically in RTF or PDF Format to: Kathy Hawkins – Coordinator IL Internship Program Independent Living Resource Centre 4 Escasoni Place, St. John’s, NL A1A 3R6 No phone calls please, only those short listed will be contacted. ******************* Tutoring Work Experience Program (TWEP) - Filled Posted April 5/11 Apply to: Stella Maris Academy P.O. Box 70, Trepassey, NL A0A 4B0 Attention: School Principal and/or Guidance Counsellor Application Deadline: April 15, 2011 Program Start Date: May 9, 2011 A Certificate of Conduct is required for all TWEP tutors. Please contact Mr. Ryan or Mr. Sutton at 438 2361 if you require additional information. ******************* Women Science & Engineering Newfoundland and Labrador - Student Summer Employment Program (WISE SSEP) SUMMER RESEARCH POSITIONS IN SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING Posted April 5/11 WHAT is WISE SSEP? WISE SSEP offers young women of Newfoundland and Labrador the opportunity to work in paid research positions with award winning researchers and scientists so that students can experience first hand, careers in science and engineering that are exciting, rewarding, and accessible. The program includes workplace tours and visits, as well as fun social activities with the other SSEP participants. WHO can apply for WISE SSEP? Full-time female high school students, who will have completed Grade 11 (Level II) this year and who will be returning to high school next fall. Applicants need not be strongly committed to careers in these areas, but should be interested in finding out more about them. Please note: Grade 10 (Level I) students interested in the Labrador positions may also apply. WHERE will WISE SSEP take place? Memorial University of Newfoundland in St. John's and Rocky Harbour; Makkovik, Hopedale, Port Hope Simpson and Happy Valley Goose Bay. (All positions subject to available funding) WHEN & how much will a WISE SSEP position pay? WISE SSEP is an 8 week job commitment from Monday, July 4 to Friday, August 26, 2011. Participants will work for 35 hours per week and be paid $10.00 per hour. Applications must be received or postmarked by May 13th, 2011. Successful applicants will be contacted by phone, early to mid June. For details on the application process, contact Mr. Sutton. ******************* SWASP - Student Work and Service Program - 2011 Posted April 5/11 Apply online at www.enVision.ca/swasp or pick up an application at the Guidance Office. Please Note: This program is for Level III students planning to attend a post secondary institution on a full time basis in the coming academic year. Deadline: April 29, 2011 Check with Mr. Sutton for additional information. ******************* Youth Discovering Employment: Posted January 17, 2011 The YMCA-YWCA of Northeast Avalon is currently accepting referrals from community agencies for ten youth (ages 15-30) from the St. John’s and surrounding areas. The Youth Discovering Employment program will provide young adults with paid training in life and employment skills, employment experience,
First Aid and CPR training and valuable career guidance. By developing these skills, youth will be able to find and sustain employment, therefore contributing to the labor market and their respective communities. In the program, participants will complete sixteen weeks of paid training. To participate in Skills Link, participants must meet the following criteria: • Between ages of 15 and 30 (inclusive)• Not in school• A Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person who has been granted refugee status in Canada • Legally entitled to work according to the relevant provincial legislation and regulations • Not in receipt of Employment Insurance (EI) benefits at start of program• In need of assistance in order to overcome employment barriers In addition to the above, priority youth must have at least one of the following employment barriers as stated by Service Canada: • High school non-completion • Disability• Aboriginal origin • Health, drug and/or alcohol related problems • Residence in a rural or remote location• Lone (single) parent• Visible or ethnic minority • Low levels of literacy and numeracy • Language barriers • Street involvement• Contact with justice, child welfare or social assistance system • Homeless or at risk of being homeless• Lack of social supports: family, friends or community supports • Poor self-management and/or behavior management abilities or• Other reasons For further information, please contact Jennifer Oates by telephone at 754-2982 x29or by email at joates@ynortheastavalon.com. ******************* Note from Visions Employment: Visions Employment is a non-profit community based Employment Corporation serving individuals with developmental disabilities. The objective is to seek employment for individuals with developmental disabilities in occupations suitable to their interests and abilities, utilizing a team approach in an effort to meet the employment needs of individuals with developmental disabilities. Visions Employment is now offering a Youth Employment Program that will service high school students with developmental disabilities who are interested in summer as well as year
round part time, after school and weekend employment. For more information contact: Jenelle Fitzpatrick, B. Comm.(Co-op) Career Development Specialist Visions Employment Inc. Tel: (709) 364-4607 Fax: (709) 364-4700 ******************* Posted June 14, 2010 (4) Pennell's Ultramar is looking to hire a Gas Attendant for the summer months. If interested please call Mark or Denise at 438 - 2627. *********************** Trepassey Recreation has received funding (under the Canada Student Summer Job Program) to hire two (2) students for an eight (8) - week work term, starting June 28 to August 21, 2010. 35 hours per week at $10.00 per hour. Please submitt resume to: Ms. Phyllis Wilson - President, Trepassey Recreation, Trepassey, NL. Note: Applicants must have been a full time student in the preceding academic year and intend to pursue full time status in the coming year. *********************** Trepassey Area Musesum Committee has received funding under the Student Summer Career Placement to hire two (2) students for eight (8) weeks: June 28, 2010 - August 20, 2010). Deadline for applications is June 16, 2010 at 5 pm. You may drop off your resume to Ms. Elizabeth Corcoran or email it to her at: *********************** Trepassey Lions Club has received funding under the Summer Career placements Student projects to hire four (4) students. Resumes may be dropped off to Ms. Rita Pennell. *********************** Posted May 21, 2010 (1) Southern Avalon Development Association (SADA) is accepting applications for 3 Festival Organizers under the Canada Summer Jobs Program. These placements are open to Levels I, II & III students (preference is given to Level III) Positions are for 7 weeks at 30 hrs per week. Anticipated start date is July 5th. Rate of pay is $10.00 per hour. Please apply in writing with cover letter and resume. Resumes can be dropped off at the SADA office in the Opportunities Complex. Deadline to Apply: 4 P.M. Tuesday May 25, 2010 ******************* Message from YOUTH VENTURES: Want to be your own Boss?? Can't find a summer job?? Want to earn some extra money?? If you answered "Yes" to the above questions and are between the ages of 12 and 29, then the YOUTH VENTURES PROGRAM can help you. To find out more about this program and how to start your own business, contact: Adam Kavanagh - Youth Ventures Coordinator at the Celtic Business Development Corporation in Ferryland, NL. Tel. # 709 - 432 - 2662 or toll free: 1 - 800 – 563- 4377 or by e-mail at: celtic@youthventuresnl.com ******************* Tutoring/Work Experience Program (TWEP) - 2010 Status: Position Filled Stella Maris has received approval to hire one (1) post secondary student to tutor high school students who are preparing for year-end exams. Apply immediately by forwarding your resume and up-to-date post-secondary transcripts to: TWEP Stella Maris Academy P.O. Box 70, Trepassey, NL A0A 4B0 Attention: School Principal and/or Guidance Counsellor Application Deadline: April 30, 2010 - Extended to May 14, 2010 Please be advised that a Certificate of Conduct is required for all TWEP tutors. The TWEP program begins on May 10, 2010. A tutor training session will be held on the following date: Eastern Region - Thursday, May 6th Program Description: Through the Tutoring/Work Experience Program, post-secondary students may earn a weekly stipend of $157.50 ($4.50/hour) plus a tuition voucher for post-secondary education by tutoring, high school students who are preparing for year-end exams. Program Objectives: Tutors: To assist post-secondary students to earn towards the cost of their education, while at the same time providing them with an opportunity to participate in meaningful work experiences that are related to their field of study. Learners: To support high school students who are experiencing difficulty preparing for year-end exams. Tutors: Tutors will be students attending post-secondary institutions with a good academic standing and have good interpersonal skills. Other considerations in the selection of tutors will include the following: * It is
recommended that a tutor have prior experience and training with the high school Tutoring for Tuition Program. * Other tutor training/experience * Academic standing * Career relatedness, such as students enrolled in MUN’s Education Faculty. * Financial need * Flexibility to recruit the best available persons in a particular area to meet the needs of the learners Learners: Learners will be identified by the school or school district and should be students preparing
for year-end exams. Please contact Mr. Ryan or Mr. Sutton at 438 2361 if you require additional information. ******************* ******************* TUTORING FOR TUITION Note to Parents & Guardians: The Tutoring for Tuition program provides Level I, II and III students with the opportunity to obtain a post-secondary tuition voucher by providing tutoring services to students from K-12 in all areas. Parents/guardians, who feel this service would be beneficial, are asked to submit their child’s name for tutoring assistance to their homeroom teacher or Mr. Sutton (Guidance Counsellor). Tutoring services are available at the school from 2:45 – 3:45 Monday through Thursday. Note to Tutors & Learners: Please try to make the best of this opportunity to learn by being availabe to work with one another during the week. Those who have signed up to be tutored should make every effort to be available, likewise tutors have an equal obligation to be available to the learner. It works best when both parties consistently communicate and co-operate. Tutors are remin ded to pass in Learning Journals (signed by both the Tutor and Learner) and Time Sheets at the end of each month. If you have any questions or concerns, check with Mr. Sutton. ******************* Check out these employment links and related info.... Got your SIN??? Social Insurance Number that is.... To work in Canada you need to have a Social Insurance Number. An application can be found at the Service Canada website at www.servicecanada.gc.ca, or by calling 1 - 800 - 206 - 7218 (select option "3"). Some students already have a SIN because their parents completed the application. If you have lost your number or your card, contact Service Canada for information on replacing it. There is no charge for the first card, but there are replacement fees for additional cards. To work odd jobs, babysit or deliver newspapers you will not need a SIN, but it is a good idea to have one in case you need it! ******************* **Websites** ******************* Careers Within the Federal Government |
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