Since 1999, Community Youth Employment Services (CYES) has been providing employment services and information to young adults age 16-30 living in Dufferin County and the surrounding area. ( click here to learn more )

Mission:

To assist youth in the development of career planning to equip them with the essential job search skills that are needed to attain suitable employment.

Are you having trouble finding a job? Does your resume need a little "punch" to make a lasting impression? Do you want to go back to school but don't know how to do it?

If you answered, "yes" to any of the above questions than you should drop by Community Youth Services/Student and Youth Employment Services and talk to the Youth Employment Advisor. Through JobSeek, you can get your questions answered.

We can assist you with creating a resume and cover letter that will open doors, give you tips on how to prepare for an interview as well as provide you with one on one career guidance.

We offer:

• Professional employment advice-resume / cover letter preparation, interview coaching
• Job Boards & newspaper classified ads
• Internet and computer access
• Career planning resources including CHOICES software

We have Youth Resource Centres in Orangeville, and Shelburne - give us a call to find out when we are in your area.

And don't forget, it's all FREE!

For more information or to set up an appointment, contact a Youth Employment Advisor.

Mission:

To provide youth the supportive guidance to develop the life skills needed to manage personal issues, as well as enhance their interpersonal relations and communication.

Do you have trouble dealing with stress on the job or off the job?

Do you have family problems that interfere with work?

Do you have troubles with friends?
Are you thinking of moving out on your own and don't know where to start?

If you answered "yes" to any of the above questions, then WorkLife is the series that can help you! Drop by or call Community Youth Services and speak to a qualified and trained Employment Resource Counsellor.

WorkLife can provide you with:

• Referrals to help services
• Advice on living on your own
• Mental Health resources
• Parenting and family life resources and referrals
• One to One supportive guidance
• Life skills programming

Through out the year, we present various workshop/Information sessions. Get your name on a list for the next workshop - "All Stressed Out", "Managing Time, Money", and "Entertainment Options in Dufferin County" ... to name a few regular sessions.

And don't forget, it's all FREE!

For more information or to set up an appointment, contact an Employment Resource Counsellor.

Mission:

To provide youth with access to resources and support required to develop and implement their entrepreneurial ideas.

Are you passionate about starting your own business?

Do you want to be your own boss but don't know where to go?

Need help to get started?

If you answered "yes" to any of the above questions, then YouthForce is the series that can help you? Community Youth Services has the business startup information you will need to get you on your way!

We can provide you with:

• Access to small business startup resources
• Small business workshops/Information sessions
• Referral to self-help resources
• One to One coaching to get you started
• Virtual library of small business documents, articles & forms

And don't forget it's all FREE!

For more information or to set up an appointment, contact a Youth Employment Advisor.

Mission:

To assist youth in strengthening their technology skills, including basic computer literacy and use of electronic communications.

The TechLink series offer youth access to computers equipped with an array of software applications for their employment needs.

The opportunities are endless when you start surfing the Internet:

• Create a resume and cover letter
• Perform a web-based job search
• Investigate career fields or complete interest tests on-line
• Research a school project
• Set up an email address

Our team members are here to help you learn and expand your knowledge about the basics of computers.

We provide FREE access to fax machines, and photocopiers to assist you with your job search or business startup.

And don't forget it's all FREE!

For more information or to set up an appointment, contact a Youth Employment Advisor.