What We Do If you are unemployed, not attending school or exploring your career options, Employment Ontario Employment Services can help you set a career path. Funded by the government of Ontario’s Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities, this free program features several service options to meet your employment needs: Resource and Information Centre Open to all community members aged 16 years or older, this employment resource centre enables you to pursue a self-directed job search. You can research employment and educational opportunities including SECOND CAREER and learn about community services that are available. You will be able to search for jobs on the Internet as well as produce résumés on the computer. Participants have access to an array of employment workshops including those on how to write an effective résumé, how to interview for a job and how to access an apprenticeship. Free computer use, photocopying and fax services are also available. One-to-One Employment Coaching and Assisted Services This service provides additional support to serious job seekers. Through an in-depth assessment, one-to-one advice and active use of job search techniques, you will set a career goal, participate in developing an action plan, enhance your job search skills, create a résumé, learn effective interviewing techniques and gain access to training and educational opportunities. Placement and Job Training Services Centennial College Employment Services offers participants access to jobs, paid and volunteer job-training services, possibly access to an apprenticeship of their choice and mentorship possibilities. While receiving these services, participants have an opportunity to test their skills on the job, acquire relevant job skills, up-to-date work experience and eventually full-time employment with local employers. Our experienced staff will work with individuals to identify the right employer match, suitable placements and structured training opportunities. Also, employers who participate in Centennial's Employment Services may receive a training subsidy to offset costs related to training. Hours of Operation Monday: 8:30am – 6:00pm Tuesday:8:30am – 6:00pm Wednesday:8:30am – 4:30pm Thursday:8:30am – 6:00pm Friday:8:30am – 6:00pm Position | Contact Person | | Manager | Biljana Bruce, 416-289-5000, ext. 7401 | | Employment Coaches | Hermena Cummings, 416-289-5000, ext. 7402 Ivy Liu, 416-289-5000, ext. 7548, Debra Bentzen (Second Career Specialist) 7438 | | Resource and Information Service Assistant | One staff member is on hand to help clients in our Information and Resource Centre: Candice de Souza, 416-289-5000, ext. 7550 | | Job Coach | Dennus Ho 416-289-5000 ext. 7400 | | Employment Services Assistant | Bonnie Morrell, 416-289-5000, ext. 7540 bmorrell@centennialcollege.ca |
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