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No luck hiring? Employers can find qualified job candidates through Career Connections BY LISA CRESS PHOTOS BY STUDIO 78
If traditional hiring methods aren’t getting you the results you’re looking for, consider contacting Career Connections. Whether you’re looking to bring in fresh talent or top up your staff roster, Career Connections can help you find qualified job seekers ready to work and get the job done. Career Connections is an employment agency that specializes in securing work for people living with a disability. The agency works with job candidates across all industries and skill levels. From entry level labour force workers to seasoned professionals with academic degrees, Career Connections can help you find the right hire for the job. “When employers connect with us, we discuss what type of candidate you’re looking for and what your business needs are,” explains Tracy Williams, Executive Director, Career Connections. “Our employment counselors will
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then connect you to our talent pool, finding you the best person for the job and providing you with the support and tools you may need to onboard your new employee.” Williams points out that the word ‘disability’ often comes with a very narrow understanding. Individuals who are living with a ‘disability’ come in many forms. Career Connections works with a wide range of job seeking clients. “While we do provide career services to people who have physical and intellectual disabilities, we also help people who are hearing or vision impaired or who are living with things like depression or anxiety,” says Williams. “Disability is a big word with many misconceptions - but the reality is it includes a whole wide world of capable, qualified people who are often overlooked by employers.” It’s been proven that inclusive hiring can help boost an organization’s productivity, profits and public profile.
