Employment
Support Services
Segue Career Options
Segue Career Options is a supportive employment agency assisting individuals that are experiencing challenges and or barriers in finding employment. Programs are available for youth aged 15-30, individuals aged 18-60, and for persons with disabilities. There is no cost to participants in the projects, but must meet eligibility criteria. Segue is open Monday to Thursday 8-5, Friday 8-4:30.
Employment Assistance for Persons with Disabilities (EAPD):
Participant eligibility:
• Resident of Manitoba with a mental, psychiatric, learning or physical disability
• Must be16 years of age or older
• Must provide proof of a qualifying disability diagnosed or assessed by an appropriate professional. This program offers a wide range of employment-focused services, including personalized Vocational Assessments, to assist adults with disabilities in preparing for, obtaining, and maintaining employment.
Job Education and Mentoring Project (JUMP):
Participant eligibility:• Unemployed or under-employed (≤20hrs./wk.) Manitoban with a valid SIN
• Must be between the ages of 18-60
• Must be ready for part-time/full-time employment
• May be receiving Employment and Income Assistance (EIA) or Employment Insurance (EI)This program offers 4 weeks of in class or on-line instruction featuring résumé and cover letter development, interview prep and practice, communication skills, and more. Followed by 8 weeks of work experience that staff assist participants in obtaining.
Opportunities for Employment Skills Development (OPPs):
Participant eligibility:
• Must have self-declared or formal diagnosis
• Must be between the ages of 15-60
• Cannot be EI eligibleThis program offers one-on-one employability enhancement for individuals experiencing barriers to employment, e.g. mental or physical health issues, mobility, intellectual, or learning disabilities.
Wellness U30: Participant eligibility:
• Must be between the ages of 15-30
• Manitoba resident with a valid SINThis program offers employability and life skills training and development for youth facing a variety of challenges, such as job uncertainty, rising cost of living, and increasing anxiety. Options include coaching in employment readiness, confidence-building, adulting, and mental well-being. From a classroom-setting, one-on-one meetings, or a chat over a simple cup of coffee, Wellness U30 helps youth navigate new opportunities.
