Inclusive Community Employment (ICE)

Program Overview

Inclusive Community Employment offers individualized support tailored to each job seeker’s unique needs, regardless of their prior work experience. Participants are guided through exploring employment options, identifying their interests, and understanding how work can fit into their lives. The program offers support in developing pre-employment skills, conducting job search, and maintaining employment.

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Individualized assistance

Marketing support

On-site job support follow up

What to Expect

Assistance with preparing for entry into the labour market
Identifying your career goal
Preparation of job search tools (resume, cover letter, interview strategies, etc.)
Information interviews, career tours
Job matching – direct marketing support
On-site assistance
Follow up support
Group learning opportunities

Who is this program for?

Adults aged 18 years and older who have a developmental disability, have been referred by Community and Social Services (Disability Services) and have a desire to secure employment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does EPSS keep part of my wage or receive money from an employer after I get a job?

All employment programs offered by EPSS, including Inclusive Community Employment (ICE), are provided at no cost to participants or employers. The ICE program is fully funded by Disability Services (formerly Persons with Developmental Disabilities), and therefore does not require any financial contribution from employers or deduct any portion of participants’ wages.

How do I start in the ICE program?

To participate in the Inclusive Community Employment program, individuals must first be approved for services through Disability Services (DS) (formerly Persons with Developmental Disabilities) and express interest in pursuing employment outcomes to their assigned DS Caseworker. Once approved, the internal referral processes will commence aimed at connecting you to a service that will match your needs.

Do you currently have employment opportunities or a list of jobs ready to be filled by program participants?

EPSS provides personalized support to help you find employment that aligns with your interests, skills, and abilities. While we guide and assist you throughout the job search process, please note that we are not a third-party employment agency.

Hi my name is Devika and I am so thankful for having EPSS service in my life because they have been so supportive in teaching me how to maintain good work ethic and skills. They also have helped me work on myself for the past couple of years. I don’t know where I’d be if they were not in my life. I recommended them to some of my friends who also are going through the same struggles in life. Thank you so much

Davika (Red Deer)

Great teamwork, always positive vibes, everyone welcomes newcomers. Awesome helping out finding work with staff

Kyle (Red Deer)

Over the past years I learned how you use skills that I needed to get a job. Thanks EPSS

Lindsey (Red Deer)

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