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.
Training Locations:
- Grand Forks
- Trail
Contact:
Greater Trail Community Skills Centre, email or 250-368-6360 (216)
Shift
Shift is a highly individualized program for survivors of violence or abuse that acknowledges that each individual has unique training needs. Clients can enter into one of three employment programs: job stabilization (stabilizing existing employment), job re-entry (a 4-week paid classroom program) or career advancement (training up to 6 months).
Training Locations:
- Cranbrook
- Creston
- Fernie
- Invermere
Contact:
Kootenay Employment Services Society, email or 250-428-5655 (407)
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