Calgary Alternative Employment Services
CAES is an individualized, client directed, employment placement program. Our goal is to help people with disabilities find and maintain the type of work, or career, that they want.
CAES strives to find the ideal work setting for each client. We then provide ongoing follow-up support to both the client and the employer in order to strengthen their skills and relationship as well as ensure job satisfaction and retention.
What do we offer?
- Career Exploration / Focus Assessment
- Career Counseling / Action Plans
- Resume Development
- Interview Skill Development
- Supported Job Search / Placement
- Job Coaching & Follow-up Support
- Employability Workshops
What kind of jobs do we find our clients?
All job searches are client directed, some of our current emplyement settings range from office clerical, customer service, automotive/mechanical, retail outlet management.
Who uses our Services?
Adults with intellectual disabilities, who require support with finding & maintaining employment.
Upon receiving a referral, CAES will respond to the applicant within two weeks. We will arrange to meet with the applicant and determine the ability of CAES to meet their employment needs.
If CAES is able to serve the individual, we will begin working with them immediately to help them prepare for their job search.
(In the event that CAES is unable to meet the Individual’s needs with the resources available, a letter and summary of recommendations will be provided to the referral source.)
New clients will meet with a Job Marketer to identify and discuss job choices. The Job Marketer may then begin searching on behalf of the client. ( Clients will be expected to be involved in job search, and all interviews which arise.)
During the marketing process, the client may wish to access other employment services through CAES such as Career Exploration Groups, Employment Workshops, resource assistance, etc.
If support is required with job training, this can be facilitated by CAES at the work site. It will be necessary for clients to develop a degree of independence, and become able to rely on natural supports at their workplace.
Clients and employers may rely on our ongoing follow-up and support with regard to monitoring, re-training, consultation, and mediation.
Eligibility
Participants must meet one or more of the following criteria:
- at least 18 years old and possess an intellectual disability
- self identify as having a disability
- not eligible for employment insurance
- currently recieving AISH
Participants
- should be essentially work-ready and expressing a desire for employment
- should have the stamina and stability to be able to maintain a minimum of part-time employment
Intake
If you're interested in joining our Supported Employment Program, please download, and fill out our referral form (22KB PDF).
Please direct your intake questions for CAES to Sean McEwen.
Phone: 403.283.0611
Fax:.403.283.0691
Email CAES using our contact form.