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Job Search

Booklet

Community Programs & Services

Job Search Resources

Personal Job Search Plan

Cover Letter & Résumé Templates

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DID YOU KNOW? You can receive Employment Insurance (EI) or Income Assistance

while earning money working?

Employment Insurance:

Watch a video and read about how this may apply to you at:

http://www.servicecanada.gc.ca/eng/ei/information/wwc.shtml#1

Income Assistance:

You can earn up to $100.00 per month for a single applicant and up

to $150.00 per month for a family unit of two or more persons for

the reasonable cost of transportation to and from place of

employment.

All eligible Income Assistance applicants—whether employed or

self-employed—must declare 100 percent of their monthly income

for the first month they receive benefits (or after 30-day break in

the receipt of benefits). The declaration of 50 percent of monthly

income applies for the second month of benefits and onwards.

For more information, please contact the TKC Income Assistance

Intake Worker at 668-3613 ext. 406.

http://www.servicecanada.gc.ca/eng/ei/information/wwc.shtml#1

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Ta’an Kwäch’än Council Education and

Employment Training Program

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Employment Central 4

Yukon Learn Society 5

YuWIN 6

Yukon Mine Training Association 7

House of Learning – Kenädän Ku 8

Yukon College 9

Skookum Jim Friendship Centre 11

ISYY – Integrated Supports for Yukon Youth 12

Youth of Today Society – Inner Vibe Youth Centre 13

Personal Job Search Plan 14

Job Search Websites 17

Presenting Yourself for Success 18

Common Interview Questions 19

Sample Cover Letter Template 21

Sample Résumé Template 22

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Ta’an Kwäch’än Council

Health and Education Department 117 Industrial Road Whitehorse, Yukon

Y1A 2T8 taan.ca

Education and Employment Training Program

The Education and Employment Training Program is designed to provide training and educational programming to help TKC Citizens with their employment and career goals. The program offers support for clients to complete a variety of employment-oriented training and educational/personal development programming such as:

o Pre-Apprenticeship Training o Short Certificate Courses o College Preparation o Diploma Programs o Trades Training o Personal Development Workshops/Courses

For further information on program services or to make an appointment, contact:

Heather Griffiths

Education and Employment Training Officer 867-668-3613 ext. 409

[email protected]

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Employment Central

202-204 Black Street Whitehorse, Yukon

Y1A 2M9 867-393-8270

employmentyukon.ca

Employment Counseling & Referrals

Employment Central staff will provide one-on-one employment counselling services. They will assist with a variety of job search and employment-related activities including:

o Job Search Strategies o Résumé Writing o Interview Techniques o Career Exploration o Referrals to Employment Programs (Yukon

Government and Advanced Education) o Job Board

Employment Central staff will help clients to access:

o Workshops o Dress to Impress Program o Computers on-site o Photocopy/Fax/Phone o Newspapers & Books

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Yukon Learn Society

Suite B, 2158 – 2nd Avenue Whitehorse, Yukon

867-668-6280 yukonlearn.com

The Yukon Learn Society helps learners increase their literacy knowledge in the areas of:

o Free Computer Classes (Mondays from 10 am - 2 pm) o Reading and Writing o Numeracy o Critical Thinking o Oral Communication o Working with Others o Document Use o Continuous Learning

Yukon Learn also provides an Employment Assistance Program. This program includes the following courses:

o Digital Skills for the Work World (DSWW) o Computer Basics o Introduction to Microsoft Word o Resume & Cover Letters o Job Search o Employment Related Soft-Skills o Cross-Cultural Awareness

To access the Calendar for Learning Drop-In, visit the Yukon Learn website at www.yukonlearn.com

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YuWIN (Yukon Work Information Network)

P.O. Box 31546 RPO Main St. Whitehorse, Yukon

867-393-3874 yuwin.ca

YuWIN is an on-line employment resource for employers and job seekers. YuWIN provides Yukon information about:

o Current Jobs o Yukon Labour Market o Career Planning o Education and Relevant Institutions for Career

Paths o Training

The YuWIN website includes:

o A Job Board o Calendar of Events o Links to Employment Networks

YuWIN is guided by four core values: Connectivity,

Accessibility, Simplicity, and Accuracy.

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Yukon Mine Training Association 500 College Drive

Whitehorse, Yukon

867-633-6463

Toll Free: 1 (877) YT-MINER

http://ymta.org/

Centre for Northern Innovation in Mining

Yukon College

The Yukon mining and mining-related industries offer a wide range of jobs, each offering unique and exciting career opportunities and challenges. Staff at the Centre for Northern Innovation in Mining can help you find a career path in this field that matches your unique interests and style. They will advise you of training opportunities that will help develop your skills and further your education to meet your life goals. The Centre runs a Mining Transitions Program which offers life and career planning through:

o One-on-One Life and Career Coaching o Workshop Sessions o Designing a Career Action Plan

The Centre also offers online safety training courses such as:

o First-Line Supervisor Certification o TDG Certification

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House of Learning - Kenädän Ku

5 O’Brien Place

Whitehorse, Yukon

867-633-8422 Ext. 7897

http://www.kwanlindun.com/community_services

The House of Learning offers various educational and training needs for First Nation Citizens. College Prep courses are offered from September to April. They are taught by staff at the House of Learning or by video conference from Ayamdigut. The House of Learning also delivers short-term courses such as:

o Standard First Aid/CPR-C o WHMIS o Bobcat Safety o Inform Chainsaw Safety o Flagging

Workplace Essential Skills training programs are recent additions to training options for KDFN Citizens. Examples are:

o HACES (Heritage and Culture Essential Skills) o Outdoor Power Equipment o Maintenance and Repair Program o Skills for Employment: Home Maintenance and Repair

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Yukon College (Ayamdigut Campus) 500 College Drive

Whitehorse, Yukon

867-668-8800

yukoncollege.yk.ca

Yukon College offers many courses and programs to help you gain education and skills that will help get you employment-ready and enhance your opportunities in your chosen field. Choose from over 50 programs ranging from apprenticeships to certificate, diploma, degree and after-degree programs. Many of the programs are developed with a northern perspective and cover the following subject areas:

o Health, Education and Human Services o Liberal Arts o Business and Leadership o Science o Trades, Technology and Mining o Continuing Education and Training

A number of Yukon College programs allow you to upgrade literacy and computer skills, explore career options, develop professionally, and advance your employability. Indigenous Self-Determination Programs, developed in partnership with Yukon First Nations, teach you how to ground your leadership skills and professional goals in a culturally meaningful context, as you learn from, and with, Indigenous leaders and professionals.

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YUKON COLLEGE CONTINUED:

To learn more about Yukon College programs or to find the Program Advisor appointed to your program of choice, visit yukoncollege.yk.ca/programs.

Funding and Resources: Yukon College’s First Nations Support Services—for First Nations, Métis and Inuit students—provides information on First Nations funding, college and community resources, as well as offering personal support. Academic and career planning at Yukon College can also help identify the right program of study option for you. Advisors can help you pick a program or your courses and support you throughout your academic career. For more information on funding and resources, or to set up an appointment for academic and career planning, contact Student Services at 867-668-8720. Visit or Call: Find out more on the Yukon College website by searching “Yukon College” online, or call the College’s Welcome Centre at 867-668-8800. The Welcome Centre is located at the main doors of the Whitehorse Ayamdigut Campus. Staff there can help direct you to where you want to go. If you’d like a campus tour, please call 867-668-8720 to book ahead.

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Skookum Jim Friendship Centre 3159 – 3rd Avenue

Whitehorse, Yukon 867-633-7680

skookumjim.com

The Skookum Jim Friendship Centre is a community organization that fosters the health and well-being of Aboriginal Peoples. One of the thirteen programs offered by the Centre is tailored solely to youth ages 15-30 who are seeking employment. The Youth Employment Centre provides services tailored to all youth and offers participants support in developing the necessary skills to successfully enter the workforce. Some of the supports that are provided by the Skookum Jim Friendship Centre's Youth Employment Centre include:

o Drop-In Centre, Job Search Resources, and Computer Lab

o Individual Assistance with Writing Résumés and Cover Letters

o Job Search Support and Strategies o Life Skills and Career Development Workshops o Volunteering and Mentorship Programs o Three-Month Subsidized Work Placement o Funding for Pre-Employment Training o Youth Emergency Shelter

You can drop in or check out programs online for more

information.

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ISYY (Integrated Supports for Yukon Youth)

2090-A 2nd Avenue Whitehorse, Yukon

Y1A 2M9 867-456-6165

http://hss.gov.yk.ca/isyy.php

Dedicated to youth aged 12 to 24 years, ISYY provides a one-door access to government services after regular business hours. Get assistance to navigate, connect, and receive Yukon government health, social and wellness support. Drop-In Hours: Tuesday to Saturday 2:00 – 10:00 pm. Employment Services:

o Job Board o Résumé Writing o Job Search Assistance o Referrals to Agencies for Appropriate Employment

Assessments (when required)

Additional Services and Support:

o Workshops (i.e. Budgeting/Housing) o Community Health Nurse o Crisis Counselling o Navigating Government Services and Referrals o Financial Support

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Youth of Today Society Inner Vibe Youth Centre (Ages 15-24)

404C Ogilvie Street Whitehorse, Yukon

867-633-9687 youthoftodaysociety.com

Mission Statement: To provide a safe, nurturing environment for high-risk youth in our community and to assist in their growth physically, emotionally, mentally and spiritually.

Centre Goals: o To provide high-risk youth a safe environment, with

supportive and positive adult role models for peer socialization

o To create a support and networking system with local businesses and organizations addressing the needs of high-risk youth

o To provide basic amenities for youth o To offer youth assistance, guidance and encouragement in

stressful situations regarding health, family, educational or legal situations

Employment Opportunities: o Opportunities for skill development, on-site training and

employment for youth o Opportunities for volunteer experience with community

projects and events o Youth entrepreneurs have access to office space, studio

space and professional equipment o The studio offers a storefront to sell your products, contract

opportunities, and make your business a success!!!

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Personal Job Search Plan

TIP: Use the lines below to make your own notes. There is an extra

page after these steps if you need more space. By doing this

exercise it will be easier to complete your cover letter and résumé

STEP 1: SETTING MY GOALS

What do I enjoy doing? What am I good at?

What knowledge and skills do I already have?

What do I want to learn more about?

What is important for me in a job?

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STEP 2: NARROW MY JOB FOCUS

What kind of job do I want?

Do I need to update my current training or certification?

Do I need more education or training to become qualified?

What community programs can offer the training or

education required for this job?

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STEP 3: NETWORKING

Who do I know that might be able to help me get a job?

Who works for or is an employer of a company of the type

of work I would like to do?

What community programs have services that will help me

with training or education relevant to my job?

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STEP 4: THE JOB HUNT

Where will I find job postings?

o Newspapers, Bulletin Boards and Employment

Websites…

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STEP 5: WHAT NOW?????

Time to map out the types of jobs you’re are interested in

Remember to modify the cover letter and résumé to suit

the job qualifications for the job. Include all relevant skills,

training, work/volunteer experience.

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Job Search Websites

There are many online resources to access job postings. Here

are a few to check out:

AGENCIES WEBSITE

Ta’an Kwäch’än Council

taan.ca

YuWIN yuwin.ca/jobs

Employment Central employmentyukon.ca

Indeed indeed.com

Kijiji kijiji.ca

Canada Job Bank jobbank.gc.ca

City of Whitehorse whitehorse.ca

Yukon Government employment.gov.yk.ca

WowJobs wowjobs.ca

Monster monster.ca

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Presenting Yourself for Success… TIP: Use this as a checklist and check off the boxes as you go.

Before Your Job Interview:

Learn all you can about the company. Be prepared to answer

questions about scenarios that could happen on the job. Have

two or three of your own questions to ask.

Do a mock interview with a friend or family member.

Dress appropriately for your interview (i.e. dress clothes for

office/ casual but clean for construction).

Arrive 10-15 minutes early.

Turn your phone off.

Bring a copy of your résumé, a pad of paper and a pen for

writing down notes.

During Your Job Interview:

Be polite with all staff you encounter.

Shake hands with the interviewers.

Show your enthusiasm for the job, be authentic.

Be aware of your non-verbal behaviors: sit straight, smile as

often as you can, maintain eye contact, and don’t chew gum.

Don’t make negative comments about previous employers.

Listen very carefully to each question you are asked and give

thoughtful, clear and honest answers.

If you don’t understand the question it is okay to ask what the

interviewer means.

When the interview is over, offer a firm handshake, make eye

contact, and say ‘thank you’.

After Your Job Interview:

Make a list for yourself of what went well and areas that you

would like to do differently next time.

Call or email employer in one to two weeks if you haven’t heard

from them.

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Common Interview Questions The following list will help to prepare you for the types of

questions that you will be asked during your interview. Practice

answering these questions out loud with a partner or on your

own. Take your time and try to provide personal examples

wherever possible. Ready…set…go!

1. Tell us about yourself. What qualities do you have that

make you a good candidate for this position?

2. Why do you want this job?

3. What do you know about our company?

4. What are your strengths and your weaknesses?

5. What would you say is your greatest achievement?

6. Tell me about a time that you went above and beyond the

call of duty. What did you do?

7. How would you say you work best: independently or as part

of a team? Tell us about an example where you did each of

these and what the results were.

8. Tell me about a time that you did not get along with a co-

worker or had another conflict on the job. What did you

do?

9. What is an example of a time you were challenged in your

job? How did you handle it?

10. If I was your supervisor, and I asked you do something that

you did not want to do, what would you say?

11. What sort of pay or wage would you be looking for? It is

helpful to look up the pay that is posted with the job or find

similar jobs and pay scale before your interview.

12. Do you have any questions for us? Have at least one

question prepared.

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Sample Cover Letter

Your cover letter is the “first impression” that you give to a potential

employer. A good cover letter explains why you, over all the other

candidates, are worthy of an interview. This means you need to sell

yourself! Use this opportunity to present a letter that reflects who

you are, why you are interested in the position and how your skills

and abilities make you a perfect fit for the job.

Your Name Street Address City, Territory, Postal Code Date Name of Organization or Business Street Address City, Territory, Postal Code Dear [INSERT HIRING MANAGER’S NAME],

RE: [INSERT JOB TITLE, DEPARTMENT AND REFERENCE NUMBER]

In response to your advertisement in [INSERT NAME OF NEWSPAPER OR ONLINE SITE] for the position of [INSERT JOB TITLE], I have enclosed my résumé for your review and consideration. I believe that my skills, training and professional experience make me a strong candidate for this position. Having worked within the industry for over [INSERT YEARS EXPERIENCE], I have developed a wide range of skills and abilities that allow me to meet and exceed the expectations for this role. In my present position as a [INSERT CURRENT JOB TITLE] for [INSERT CURRENT EMPLOYER], I have had many achievements, including [INSERT KEY ACHIEVEMENTS]. I am confident that I can bring this level of success to your company. If you would like to discuss my application and arrange an interview, please contact me at [INSERT PHONE NUMBER OR EMAIL ADDRESS]. Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to an opportunity to further discuss my qualifications for this position with you. Sincerely, [SIGNATURE] [INSERT TYPED NAME]

https://www.monster.ca/career-advice/article/the-phone-interview-how-not-to-mess-it-up

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Sample Résumé Template

NAME

Address Line 1 Address Line 2: Include city, province, and postal code Cell Phone Number • Home Number • E-mail Address

____________________________________________________________________ OBJECTIVE: To secure full or part-time employment as a/Title of Position/Area of Work

____________________________________________________________________ HIGHLIGHT OF QUALIFICATIONS ____

Years of relevant experience, paid or volunteer

Relevant education, training, and awards

Broader skill or attributes relating to HOW you do your work; what are you known

for?

How have co-workers/supervisors described your work to you/to others?

Broader skill or attribute…

Broader skill or attribute…

WORK HISTORY ____

Most Recent/Current Job Title, Organization, City, Province Year – Year/Present

An Accomplishment expressed as an Action Statement (don’t forget your Action Verb)

that relates to your résumé’s Objective



2nd Most Recent Job Title, Organization, City, Province Year – Year





VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE ____

Title of Most Recent Volunteer Role, Organization, City, Province Year – Year





EDUCATION AND TRAINING ____

Latest Qualification Achieved, Organization/Institution, City, Province Year – Year

If the qualification is broad or unusual—like a multi-year diploma—highlight some

relevant courses or learning significant to the résumé’s Objective

2nd Most Recent Qualification Achieved, Organization/Institution, City, Province Year – Year

If the qualification is broad or unusual—like a multi-year diploma—highlight some

relevant courses or learning significant to the résumé’s Objective

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This booklet was created by the Ta’an Kwäch’än

Council’s Capacity Development Working Group to

assist TKC citizens seeking employment opportunities

within the Yukon.

We wish you the best of luck in your job search

endeavors!

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