Jobs West enables people with developmental disabilities to prepare for, find & maintain community-based employment placements

Jobs West is an employment program affiliated with Developmental Disabilities Association. Jobs West has been in operation since 1985 and works with employers and adults with developmental disabilities.

Employee Pre-screening and Matching

Job Consultation

Onsite Training

Long-Term Support

Success Stories

Jeff

Courtesy Clerk, Safeway

Jeff is putting his education to good use as a Safeway Courtesy Clerk.  He is a graduate of the Vancouver Community College Retail Food & Supermarket Careers Program.

 

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Success Stories

Ken

Bradley Smoker

Ken has seen a number of changes at Bradley Smoker Inc. since 1992 when he was hired to make their Bradley Flavour Briquettes.  Today, Ken is a long-time employee who has grown with the company.

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Francesca

Store Clerk, Nesters Market

Francesca was happily employed at a local produce store for six years. When the store closed, Francesca returned to Jobs West for assistance. In March 2005, after a successful work experience, she was hired at Nesters Market.

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Megan’s Story: Mentorship Makes A Big Difference

Megan was working at a grocery store but was looking for more hours – so she approached Jobs West, an employment program that enables people with developmental disabilities to find and maintain employment. She interviewed at London Drugs, and got the job. Through the support of a colleague who mentored her, she not only feel accomplished in her role, but a part of the London Drugs family.

Learn more about how Jobs West can find qualified entry level staff for your organization and create an inclusive work environment.

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