Employment and work in Calgary, Alberta
CCIS - Employment First
Offered by Calgary Catholic Immigration Society (CCIS)
In short
Through the Employment First program, refugees gain hands-on work experience, workplace skills, and one-on-one support that will help them secure and retain employment, meet the standards and expectations of local employers, and succeed on the job.
- Who it is for
- Refugees; Refugee claimant, Convention refugee
- What it helps with
- Money to get by, Learning and school, Skills for work, A job
- Where
- 1111 11 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2R 0G5
- How to reach
- (403) 797-3369 · Website
- Last verified
- , by the organization
Contact the organization to confirm
About this service
Through the Employment First program, refugees gain hands-on work experience, workplace skills, and one-on-one support that will help them secure and retain employment, meet the standards and expectations of local employers, and succeed on the job.
This 6-week program will provide participants with immediate job placement in an entry-level position, as well as an opportunity to build their skills through CCIS employment training.
Participants will be in the workplace for a minimum of 24 hours per week, with 2 days in the CCIS classroom. Classroom learning includes, but is not limited to:
- Communication skills for the Canadian workplace
- Working with others
- Customer service skills
- Canadian workplace culture and values
- Personal management skills
- Employment rights and responsibilities
Following the 6-week job placement, a permanent employment opportunity may be offered.
Who can use it?
Refugees
How do I get in touch?
Call (403) 797-3369, or use the website.
Listed in Calgary, Alberta.
1111 11 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2R 0G5
1111 11 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2R 0G5Calgary, Alberta
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