SCHOOL WORKS CANADA also known as TRAACE is is designed for high school students, 15 -21 years of age, to better prepare them for when they transition out of school and into the workplace.The curriculum consists of skill building modules and all participants are placed in an eight week volunteer position to give them the hands on experience of being out in the workforce. COMMUNITYWORKS is pre-employment program for teens and young adults with ASD who are attending high school. Working alongside peer mentors, participants take part in various volunteer opportunities throughout HRM, where they will have the chance to develop social, communication, résumé-building, and other pre-employment skills. Eligibility criteria for CommunityWorks Canada include:
EMPLOYMENTWORKS is an employment program for adults with ASD who are out of high school, up to age 29. The program consists of twice weekly sessions comprised of structured, tailored content aimed at employment and social skill building. Participants also get the chance to sample various types of employment through job-shadowing at a minimum of 4 locations throughout HRM. Eligibility criteria for EmploymentWorks Canada include:
AUTISM WORKS LAUNCH PAD is a comprehensive program that teaches the skills needed to enter the workforce. While we support our participants through real-life work experience and classroom lessons, our Regional Autism Coordinator creates connections with employers to develop jobs.
Work ExperienceThe Promise of a Pearl is a social enterprise that has gained the reputation for high quality, affordable jewellery made by people with autism, their friends and families. Participants learn how to make products, manage quality control, package retail orders, and be a part of the Promise team. Customer service experience takes place at the Halifax Seaport Market and various craft events.
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