Employment Preparation for Careers in Construction

A workforce development program preparing individuals with challenges to finding employment develop a foundation of hope and the employability and foundational skills needed to find, obtain and keep employment within the construction industry.

This program offers each program participant:

• In-depth assessments to identify client strengths and challenges
• Specialized activities to support the client build higher levels of hope which motivates and directs them towards accomplishing their job/career goals
• Individualized training/action plans
• 1:1 or small group instruction to develop the skills and knowledge to find, obtain and retain employment
• Connections to community agencies to help address barriers
• Paid Work Exposure
• Connections to employers in the construction industry that are currently hiring
• Job Search Support
• Post-employment – job retention support
• Funding for short term certification training (e.g., first aid, Construction Safety, forklift)

The Province of Alberta is working in partnership with the Government of Canada to provide employment support services and programs.

Eligibility Requirements:

You may be eligible to enroll if you are:

• At least 18 years of age
• Resident of Alberta
• Unemployed and legally entitled to work in Canada
• Have one or more barriers that impact your ability to find/keep employment
• Willing to address your barriers and become employed after the program
• Willing to obtain employment within the construction industry

Program Highlights

• Designed to help individuals address their barriers to employment
• Individualized training to increase skills, knowledge and attitudes for employment
• Paid Work Exposure placements to facilitate real-world skills development
• Access to community service providers to address barriers
• Ongoing support and guidance, including after employment is obtained
• Offered at no cost
• Funded by the Province of Alberta in partnership with the Government of Canada.

Intake:

• Continuous

Job Opportunities:

• General Labourer
• Carpentry/Framer Helper
• Trades Helper
• Forklift Operator
• Materials Handler
• Insulation Installer
• Concreate Former
• Traffic Control Flagger
• Landscape Labourer
• Road Construction Labourers
• Asphalt Worker
• Renovation and Restoration Labourer
• Administrative Support Roles

Is this program the right option for me?

If you are unemployed and struggle to find or keep employment due to one or more challenges/barriers but are ready to address those challenges, EPIC may be a great option to consider.

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