There are any number
of great resources available through Job
Connect which can assist you to help your child find employment
or return to school. If your child is not currently attending school,
college or university and is wondering what they should do, then this
should be their first stop. We assist youth with making the transition
from school to work and in getting them employed and earning money.
Our
team is experienced in working with youth, especially those who have
little to no previous work experience. Every youth requiring employment
assistance receives individual counselling without any specific time
restraints and all employment services are FREE! We also offer
a variety of employment workshops.
One of the most
valuable things parents can do to help their child with career planning
is to be open to their ideas and be non-judgmental. Encourage your child
to visit one of our locations. Suggest to your child that they also
develop a resume to the best of their ability and list personal hobbies
and interests as well. Think of things that your child is naturally
good at and then think of possible jobs that might enable your child
to put some of these skill sets to use.
Most importantly,
show interest in your child's interests and talk to them about what
they would like to do. Share with them your own personal experiences.
Do you remember your very first job? That topic might be a good starting
point when discussing career choices with your child.
Give us a call.
We'd be happy to help out! That's what we are here for.