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Focus Group on Disabilities at Work

You can help us make your workplace more accessible and inclusive.

The Employment Team would like to bring together decision influencers and makers for an educational and inspirational discussion of topics such as: applying for a job, when to disclose a disability, asking for accommodations, and more. We want to hear from managers, supervisors, business owners, and HR representatives! What are your concerns? How are you accommodating your staff? What resources do you think would help you in the future? Do you have any questions about employees with disabilities?

Please join us on March 8th 2023 @ 6 pm-8 pm on Zoom

The link will be provided on the day of the event. Please register here. 

For questions contact Michelle Edmunds.
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ChatGPT for Job Search

Welcome to the CHAT GPT workshop on Job Search Prompts!

Whether you’re a recent graduate, a seasoned professional, or someone looking to switch careers, this workshop is designed to help you succeed in the job market. The focus will be to provide you with practical examples of ChatGPT prompts that will lead you to great results in navigating the job search process.

We will cover a wide range of topics, including research summarization, job market penetration, job posting analysis, resume customization, cover letter writing, editing, LinkedIn optimization, networking, interview preparation and post-interview. You will learn how to leverage prompts to craft compelling resumes, customize cover letters, optimize your LinkedIn profile, and network effectively.

Our expert instructors will guide you through each topic, providing you with hands-on experience and personalized feedback. By the end of the workshop, you will have a comprehensive toolkit to help you land your dream job. Join us for an immersive and practical learning experience that will set you up for success in your job search!

Register online here.

This workshop is facilitated by the Epilepsy Toronto Employment Services Department and is open to all to attend.

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Job Seekers Program – Jobs Ability Canada

Are you a job seeker who has a disability?  If so, join us on April 26 at 1:00 pm and learn more about how the Jobs Ability Canada platform connects job seekers to employment opportunities with inclusive businesses.  This exclusive online recruitment platform was created by and for people who have a disability and is always free for job seekers.   It’s simple to use:

  • The chatbot “Abi” helps you to create a profile highlighting your skills, abilities, and ideal job.
  • AI technology will then provide real-time matching to current opportunities based on your profile.

Businesses posting on Jobs Ability Canada are demonstrating their commitment to intentional disability-inclusive hiring. Join us to learn more about Jobs Ability Canada and how the platform can help with your job search.

Register online here.

This workshop is facilitated by the Epilepsy Toronto Employment Services Department and is open to all to attend.

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Job Seekers Program – Holland Code Workshop

The Holland Codes is a system to classify jobs into job categories, interest clusters, or work personality environments. In the Holland Model, these categories represent work personalities.

This is often the starting point for career planning and self-exploration. In this fun, interactive online workshop, participants will learn about career preferences and have a chance to explore their “work personalities.” Come learn if you are:

  • Realistic – “Do-er”
  • Investigative – “Thinker”
  • Artistic – “Creator”
  • Social – “Helper”
  • Enterprising – “Persuader”
  • Conventional – “Organizer”

And how these designations can help point you in the right direction!

This workshop will debut on Tuesday, March 28 and run from 1-3pm. For more information contact Carter at carter@epilepsytoronto.org

Register online here.

This workshop is facilitated by the Epilepsy Toronto Employment Services Department and is part of the Job Seekers Program: a four-week employment program that equips job seekers living with epilepsy and related conditions, with the skills they need to successfully navigate today’s job market. 

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Job Seekers Program – Memory

Many people with epilepsy live with memory issues. This workshop provides an overview of some of the most common types of memory issues and how they might affect you in the workplace. Then dives into some accommodations that can help overcome the challenges memory issues present.

This workshop is facilitated by the Epilepsy Toronto Employment Services Department and is part of the Job Seekers Program: a four-week employment program that equips job seekers living with epilepsy and related conditions, with the skills they need to successfully navigate today’s job market. 

Please register by clicking here or speak with your Epilepsy Toronto counsellor for more information.

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Job Seekers Program – Memory

Many people with epilepsy live with memory issues. This workshop provides an overview of some of the most common types of memory issues and how they might affect you in the workplace. Then dives into some accommodations that can help overcome the challenges memory issues present.

This workshop is facilitated by the Epilepsy Toronto Employment Services Department and is part of the Job Seekers Program: a four-week employment program that equips job seekers living with epilepsy and related conditions, with the skills they need to successfully navigate today’s job market. 

Please register by clicking here or speak with your Epilepsy Toronto counsellor for more information.

graphic of a hand with the index finger extended and a string tied around it

Job Seekers Program – Memory

Many people with epilepsy live with memory issues. This workshop provides an overview of some of the most common types of memory issues and how they might affect you in the workplace. Then dives into some accommodations that can help overcome the challenges memory issues present.

This workshop is facilitated by the Epilepsy Toronto Employment Services Department and is part of the Job Seekers Program: a four-week employment program that equips job seekers living with epilepsy and related conditions, with the skills they need to successfully navigate today’s job market. 

Please register by clicking here or speak with your Epilepsy Toronto counsellor for more information.

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Job Seekers Program – Group Intake

This is the first step of a four-week employment program that equips job seekers living with epilepsy and related conditions, with the skills they need to successfully navigate today’s job market. Welcome to the Job Seekers Program! Facilitated by the Epilepsy Toronto Employment Services Department.

For more information on how to join this workshop, please speak with your Epilepsy Toronto counsellor or complete an intake form, and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

Please note: an intake appointment is required before joining any of our workshops.

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Job Seekers Program – Group Intake

This is the first step of a four-week employment program that equips job seekers living with epilepsy and related conditions, with the skills they need to successfully navigate today’s job market. Welcome to the Job Seekers Program! Facilitated by the Epilepsy Toronto Employment Services Department.

For more information on how to join this workshop, please speak with your Epilepsy Toronto counsellor or complete an intake form, and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

Please note: an intake appointment is required before joining any of our workshops.

Outline of 4 people

Job Seekers Program – Group Intake

This is the first step of a four-week employment program that equips job seekers living with epilepsy and related conditions, with the skills they need to successfully navigate today’s job market. Welcome to the Job Seekers Program! Facilitated by the Epilepsy Toronto Employment Services Department.

For more information on how to join this workshop, please speak with your Epilepsy Toronto counsellor or complete an intake form, and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

Please note: an intake appointment is required before joining any of our workshops.