DUAL

 

Developing Unique Abilities for Labour Market Attachment

Skills Training for Employment for adults with multiple barriers to find and maintain a job (17+)

Download the Application for DUAL

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All applications can be submitted online via email to: reception@ineoemployment.com or in person at INEO’s main location: 4908 Argyle Street.

This Workforce Development Agreement program is funded by the Ministry of Advanced Education, Skills and Training, and is intended to assist unemployed or precariously employed adult workers to build skills and increase employability.

 

Next Cohort Start Date: TBD

Download the Application for DUAL

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Applications for DUAL may be submitted in-person to INEO Employment Services 4908 Argyle Street or via Email: reception@ineoemployment.com.  INEO will screen applicants through an interview process and select participants based on eligibility.

Who may be eligible?

  • Individuals  who are legally entitled to work in Canada
  • Between the ages of 17 – 49. Exceptions will be considered for younger/older applicants but you are welcome to apply to STEP-YA, OWLL or AMPED depending on your case.
  • Requiring skills needed for successful integration or re-integration into employment
  • Living in or near the Alberni-Clayoquot Regional District.

Overcoming barriers to employment

What’s the program content like?

This program offers a training allowance and assists with employment placement, providing entry-level certificates and career planning. Participants will develop personally in areas such as health, education, and work history, and gain hands-on experience at Recycle Matters. We provide a safe, comfortable, and inclusive environment.

In-Class (Assessments, Life & Employability Skills, Guest Speakers, Certificate Training, and Employment Coaching). Five days per week – with an average of 30 hours, Mon. – Fri., and one hour per week with an Employment Coach/Job Developer.

Throughout the program, you will be able to explore various job opportunities with guidance and support from the Employment Coach/Job Developer. The Employment Coach / Job Developer works with participants to connect them with employment opportunities that match their skills and abilities.  The priority is to connect with employers who are willing to hire DUAL participants and may consider a wage-subsidy.

  • Classes are flexible in curriculum to meet the needs of the participants.
  • A Goal Oriented Action-plan for Labour market attachment (GOAL) is developed during class participation time.
  • Weekly individual appointments are required by all participants, with more time available as needed to complete the GOALs.

Certificate Training will be provided. This is an important element of the program. It helps strengthen and expand your professional skill set, improves confidence, increases job opportunities.

Certificate Training provided are as follows.

  • First Aid
  • Food Safe
  • Customer Service
  •  Rent Smart
  • Serving It Right
  • WHMIS
  • Selling It Right

Are there any participant allowances available?

  • A training allowance may be available for eligible participants during the in-class activities.
  • Training Allowance Payments will be administered by INEO’s Financial Admin to offset the cost of attending the program.
  • In-class activities and absences are monitored by a daily attendance record with sign-in both morning and afternoon, and a sum will be deducted for unexcused absences.

Is there a follow-up process?

Follow up Activities include ‘ongoing’ support for individuals who continue to seek employment and/or self-employment. INEO provides all participants with an opportunity for group and/or individual check-ins.