| On-the-Job Training |
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A job placement where there is an employer-employee
relationship and an expectation of continued employment
following the training period. The worker is paid directly
by the employer; the employer can be reimbursed 40 -
60% of the hourly wage during the training period, up
to a maximum of six months. It is the employer's responsibility
to provide coverage for WSIB. |
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Unpaid Work Experience
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This may be appropriate for individuals who require
a short period of time in a work environment to gain
valuable work experience and test out their abilities
and interests in specific types of work. The placement
may be full-time or part-time and should provide adequate
supervision and training. With this approach, the employer
is not responsible for WSIB coverage. |
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| Job Trials (2 - 6 weeks) |
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Considered a valid step towards employment, these unpaid
placements may also be used for people who have completed
a training program but have limited experience or lack
references. The placement can be full-time or part-time
and should provide adequate supervision and training.
The employer is not responsible for WSIB coverage.
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| Skill Training |
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If an individual needs specific training to function
in your workplace, this could be provided. For example,
if an individual needs to know a specific computer application,
our program will assist with obtaining appropriate
training. |
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Licensing and Certification
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The Employment Supports Program may be able to cover
the costs of certification/licencing that might be
required to enable a person to work in a particular profession
or occupation. Note, however that
license/certification/exam fees related to OSAP-eligible
education programs are not covered by employment
supports. |
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| Special Clothing |
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If special clothing (such as uniforms or steel-toed
boots) is required to participate in training or employment
, it may be provided through the Employment Supports
Program. Special clothing required because
of a person's disability may also be approved. |
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| Job Coaching |
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Job coaching can assist a trainee or newly hired
employee to attain a productivity level that is competitive
with other workers. Job coaching assists clients
to function independently in competitive employment
and addresses any work performance issues that
may arise. |
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| Employed Applicants |
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Clients who are already employed but experiencing
difficulties in their jobs due to their disabilities
may be eligible for supports to address these issues.
Note that Employment Supports cannot
fund ongoing supports. These support services are time
limited. |
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| Self-Employment |
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Clients who have skills and viable business ideas can
apply for self-employment supports to establish a business
or to become self-employed. |
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