Objective: Learn what documents you need to apply to jobs, explore and navigate where you can apply for jobs, identify important information on job postings, understand job applications and how to complete them. Suitable for: Participants who have an updated resume & cover letter, and are ready & motivated to apply to jobs! Prerequisites: Confirmation […]
Objective: Meet fellow Young Adults Project (YAP) participants, while working through common workplace ice breakers, get-to-know-you games, and activities. Suitable for: Participants looking to enhance their conversation skills and to feel confident at your next workplace, school, or program team-building activity. Prerequisites: Participants are encouraged to participate in group discussions. Confirmation of Young Adults Project […]
Objective: Learn effective job searching skills, how to use job search engines such as; Indeed and LinkedIn. Learn about what happens are you submit your resume, and how to follow-up with employers. Suitable for: Participants who have an updated resume & cover letter, want to learn how to apply for jobs and are motivated to […]
Objective: To ask questions and share your job search with others, learn and apply advanced job searching tips, practice applying for jobs & submit job applications of interest. Suitable for: Participants who are ready to apply for jobs and who want to stay motivated during their job search. Prerequisites: Confirmation of Young Adults Project (YAP) […]
Objective: To practice interviewing, and apply what you have learned in the YAP interview workshops. Suitable for: Participants who have attended YAP interview groups, or looking for opportunities to practice and get feedback on their interviewing skills. Prerequisites: Confirmation of Young Adults Project (YAP) registration and completion of a Kerry’s Place Autism Services intake meeting […]
Objective: Develop social skills for the workplace and gain tips to interact with customers, colleagues and employers. Suitable for: Participants looking to enter the workforce, as well as those already employed looking to enhance their social skills. Prerequisites: Confirmation of Young Adults Project (YAP) registration and completion of a Kerry’s Place Autism Services intake meeting […]
Objective: Learn about the different types of resume formats and work with the Kerry’s Place Employment Supports team to build your resume. Suitable for: Participants who do not have a resume or have a resume that they would like to update. Prerequisites: Confirmation of Young Adults Project (YAP) registration and completion of a Kerry’s Place […]
Objective: Develop social skills in the workplace and gain tips to interact with customers, colleagues and employers. Suitable for: Participants looking to enter the workforce, as well as those already employed looking to enhance their social skills. Prerequisites: Confirmation of Young Adults Project (YAP) registration and completion of a Kerry’s Place Autism Services intake meeting […]
Objective: Learn about various types of interview questions and practice answering common interview questions. Suitable for: Participants who have little to no experience with interviews. Prerequisites: Confirmation of Young Adults Project (YAP) registration and completion of a Kerry’s Place Autism Services intake meeting and relevant consent forms Young Adults Project (YAP) is an initiative at […]
Objective: Meet fellow Young Adults Project (YAP) participants, while working through common workplace ice breakers, get-to-know-you games and activities. Suitable for: Participants looking to enhance their conversation skills and to feel confident at your next workplace, school or program team building activity. Prerequisites: Participants are encouraged to participate in group discussions. Confirmation of Young Adults […]
