Employment Services

Built on over 80 years of dedicated service to the community, and with a reputation as a professional, non-judgmental service provider powered by skilled staff who are committed to helping clients find meaningful employment, Dixon Hall’s Integrated Employment Services offers job-seekers:

1. Access to state-of-the-art resources and technology to help with job searching (once we are able to safely re-open)
2. Dynamic workshops to assist in finding the right job
3. Individualized services to meet a diverse range of needs
4. Personalized job matching and placement support
5. Networking support

To get started on your journey towards securing meaningful employment, please contact: esc.info@dixonhall.org.

At Dixon Hall, we know how time consuming it can be to find the right candidates for vacant positions in your organization. With this in mind, we take the stress out of recruitment by offering:

Recruitment Support

1. Rigorous pre-screening to select the most job-ready applicants
2. Access to a wide range of job-seekers with a variety of skills and experience
3. Effective promotion of your job opportunities to a relevant audience
4. Access to our online job board and resume database

Human Resources Support

1. Job coaching and retention services
2. Access to HR resources and expertise
3. Development of training plans, job descriptions and job postings
4. Customized recruitment events tailored to meet your specific human resource needs

Other Incentives

1. Financial support to offset training costs, including job trials and placements
2. Employers who hire, register and train job-seekers as apprentices are eligible for a $2,000 signing bonus
3. Complimentary use of our facilities to host job fairs, meetings and events

To learn more about how to get connected to Employer Services, please

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This program provides essential support to help individuals develop the skills and confidence necessary for employment readiness and successful community integration. As outlined below, you will be required to attend core courses for 6 weeks and participate in 2-4 hours of one-on-one coaching sessions. Additionally, optional computer literacy and creative writing programs are available. You will be requested to spend approximately 28 hours for these courses.

Core Courses:
In-person Group Workshops: 4 hours weekly for 6 weeks
• Building Resilience – Learn strategies to navigate challenges and foster personal and professional growth.
• Employment Readiness – Receive practical guidance on job searching, resume building, and understanding workplace expectations.

One-on-One Coaching Sessions:
• 2-4 hours throughout the program.

Optional Courses:
• Basic Computer Training  or computer training with certification (12 hours)
• Creative Writing (6 hours)

Eligibility Criteria:

• A resident of Ontario
• Unemployed
• Legal working age (18+ years old)
• Eligible to work in Canada (open work permit holders, not employer-specific permits)
• Not currently registered with another Employment Ontario agency

The program starts in April 2025 and continues throughout the year. Your class will be scheduled based on the availability of seats in each course. Below we are sharing the Core and Optional Program courses main titles to provide you with some information.

What happens when I complete this program successfully?   By enrolling in this pre-employment program, you will be expected to fully and actively participate in the CORE courses and one-on-one coaching as listed below. The optional courses will be available to you upon request. All courses are free of cost, and we will provide you with complimentary support to enroll in the Integration for Employment Program (IES) at the end of 6 weeks, once you successfully complete the Pre-employment program. By enrolling in the IES program, you will have access to:

• Financial support
• Employment connections
• On-the-job training opportunities
• Access to free workshops
• Continued one-on-one support

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Program Background and Schedule:

Thank you for your interest in the Next Step Culinary Skill Training administered by Dixon Hall in partnership with George Brown College (GBC), Continuing Education Centre for Hospitality & Culinary Arts. This program combines theoretical and experiential education. Through GBC, participants will gain the skills and knowledge needed for a successful career in today’s culinary and food industry. Your culinary courses will be hybrid (online and in-kitchen) and require full attendance for 12 weeks. Classes are offered both during the day and in the evening. Please review the following class hours and times for your Culinary Training and Employment Readiness to ensure they align with your schedule.

George Brown College On-Campus and Online Program Schedule:

• Course Start Date: July 14, 2025
• On-Campus and In-Person: 60 hours (weekdays, between the hours of 8am-1pm)
• Online Theoretical Training: 70 hours of online theoretical classes with GBC. (weekdays, 9am-3pm)

Dixon Hall Program on Employment Readiness: 

• You will be assigned to work with an employment advisor and participate in group workshops for 6 to 10 hours over the span of 12 months (both in-person and online) for resume preparation, job applications, and interview skills. 
• Online Certifications: You will have the option to participate in Food Handler and/or Smart Serve Certifications online.

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