Kootenay
Skills Training for Trauma Survivors
The Skills Training for Trauma Survivors program offers a supportive and wholistic approach to assist men, women and LGBTQIA+ obtain suitable employment. Training components include computer skills, financial literacy, mindfulness workshops, short-term certification and work experience.
Financial supports may include:
- Child care
- Transportation
- Refreshments
- Required work clothing/equipment
- Training allowance
- Disability supports
Regional Districts:
- Central Kootenay Regional District
- Kootenay Boundary Regional District
Training Locations:
Contact:
Greater Trail Community Skills Centre,
email or 250-368-6360 (216)
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Thrive
Participants in the Thrive program can enter into one of three employment programs: job stabilization, job re-entry or career advancement. Thrive offers Indigenous cultural components, short-term certificate and occupational training for the information technology, cannabis, hospitality and tourism industries. Participants gain work experience (with possible wage subsidies) and have access to a peer-mentored job club.
Financial supports may include:
- Child care
- Transportation
Regional Districts:
- Central Kootenay Regional District
- East Kootenay Regional District
Training Locations:
- Cranbrook
- Creston
- Fernie
- Invermere
- Kimberley
Contact:
Kootenay Employment Services Society,
email or 250-428-5655 (407)
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